Duyung Baru | Komodo, Sumbawa

Boat

Duyung Baru measures 27 meters and features two upright masts. This luxury liveaboard was specifically designed by the experienced Vovo to cater for comfortable and relaxed living while aboard a luxury scuba diving vessel, cruise at 10 knots per hour.

Rather than packing the boat with as many divers as possible, it runs with only 8 guests at a time. This ensures that the crew can share a much more intimate, enjoyable and personalised trip with you. Ideal for small groups, families and even private charters.

The interior theme of the boat is of hand sanded quality teak wood which is incorporated into all 3 of the luxurious cabins as well as the dining saloon. The boat is operated by its owners, a German national and his Indonesian wife, they have been running private tours throughout the waters of Indonesia since 1998 and in particular the Komodo National Park.

The top deck of the Duyung Baru also features 4 comfortable adjustable sun loungers for anyone looking to warm up, relax and improve their tan.

Duyung Baru offer fine cuisines throughout the trip, it contains 2 gas cookers, a stove an oven and even an outdoor BBQ equipment, 3 refrigerators with cold drinks and refreshments.

The meals are lovingly prepared by the owner, authentic Indonesian, Japanese and Western cuisine will be served, fresh baked German bread in the morning! If you are a vegetarian or on a special diet, you only have to let the chef know before and you will get adapted dishes just for you.

Duyung Baru is designed for scuba diving, equipped with 2 compressors, 30 tanks (12 and 15 Litres) rental equipments, and a aluminium long boat containing two Yamaha twin 40HP engines for diving. There is plenty of space on the deck for you to wash and rinse your equipment.

Duyung Baru is the Komodo's most affordable luxury liveaboard and it will offer you a personalized and intimate trip!

Cabin

Duyung Baru has 4 guest cabins, it can welcome up to 8 guests per trip.

All cabins are equipped with individual air conditioning, an en-suite bahtroom, closet and drawer space, a desk, a safety deposit box, multiple towels (1 deck towel, 1 shower towel, 1 hand towel and 1 sarong).

1 Superior Maindeck Seaview Cabin:
Located on the main deck, this cabin comes with a queen sized bed or two single beds, seaview

2 Superior Double Cabins:
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with a queen sized bed, portholes

1 Superior Twin Cabin:
Located on the lower deck, this cabin comes with two kingsize single bed, portholes

Diving

• 3 dives per day, depending on sea conditions/route.
• No dive on the embarkation and disembarkation day.
• 2 dives will be provided on the day before departure.
• All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
• Fins / Mask / Snorkels are provided free of charge.

Other Informations

• Nitrox：Available with additional charge
• 15L Tanks：Available with additional charge
• REBREATHER Dive：Not available at the moment
• Dive Equipment Rental：Available, rate on request
• Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
• Wi-Fi Internet ：Available when connection possible
• Laundry Service：Not available at the moment
• Massage Service：Not available at the moment
• Payment on board：By cash (USD/Euro/IDR) only
• Crew Number：4 - 5 , include 1 dive guide

Komodo Central | 3-7 nights

Our Central Komodo itinerary combines spectacular diving with the wild, untouched beauty of Indonesia’s most iconic national park. This route explores both North and South Komodo, offering dramatic underwater scenery, pristine coral reefs, and close encounters with the legendary Komodo dragons. Perfect for shorter trips or those seeking a balanced mix of adventure and comfort.

Divers and snorkelers who want to explore world-class reefs, encounter big marine life, and experience the best of Komodo both above and below the surface – all within a manageable itinerary

Diving Highlights :

✔ Current-swept pinnacles with schooling fish, sharks, and pelagics
✔ Coral gardens and sloping reefs full of macro life
✔ Famous dive sites like Batu Bolong, Manta Point, and Tatawa Besar
✔ High biodiversity – nudibranchs, frogfish, reef sharks, mantas & turtles
✔ Manta cleaning stations and drift dives through narrow passages

Komodo Central & South | 7+ nights

This special itinerary explores both Central and Southern Komodo, offering a seasonal adventure into cooler, nutrient-rich waters teeming with life. While Central Komodo delivers colorful reefs and mantas, the south – especially around Nusa Kode and Horseshoe Bay – reveals a wilder, more remote side of the national park, ideal for those seeking something different.

Adventurous guests who want to dive deeper into wild Komodo, enjoy manta action, macro life, and remote beauty – especially during the southern season when marine life gathers in cooler, rich waters.

Diving Highlights :

✔ Manta Alley – the best place for manta sightings during the wet season
✔ Cannibal Rock – a macro paradise and one of Komodo’s most biodiverse sites
✔ Nusa Kode & Yellow Wall – dramatic walls covered in soft corals and critters
✔ Hot Rocks – a geothermal reef dive with rising bubbles and unusual life
✔ Abundant nudibranchs, frogfish, pygmy seahorses, and occasional whale rays
✔ Still includes key Central Komodo sites like Batu Bolong, Tatawa, and Siaba

Komodo Central & North | 7+ nights

This seasonal itinerary covers the best of Central and Northern Komodo, when dry season conditions bring clear skies, calm seas, and excellent visibility. Expect vibrant reefs, thrilling drift dives, and a high chance of seeing manta rays, reef sharks, and schooling pelagics. North Komodo is known for rich coral gardens and action-packed dive sites that are ideal during the mid-year months.

Guests looking for excellent visibility, warm water, rich coral life, and big-fish action in the most iconic parts of Komodo. Perfect for both diving couples and mixed groups of divers and snorkelers.

Diving Highlights :

✔ Crystal Rock & Castle Rock – iconic pinnacles with strong currents, sharks, and jacks
✔ The Cauldron (Shotgun) – a fast-paced drift through a narrow channel, often with mantas
✔ Batu Bolong – a coral-covered seamount and one of Indonesia’s best dive sites
✔ Tatawa Kecil & Besar – colorful reef walls and friendly currents
​✔ Siaba & Sebayur – great for turtles and macro life

From Komodo to Sumbawa | 10+ nights

This unique expedition sails between Komodo National Park and Sumbawa Island, combining world-class dive sites with remote exploration and one truly unforgettable highlight: snorkeling or diving with whale sharks in Saleh Bay. With fewer boats and more wild nature, this itinerary is ideal for those seeking off-the-map marine adventures.

Divers and snorkelers who crave unique encounters, fewer crowds, and a real sense of exploration. Perfect for return guests or anyone looking to combine world-class diving with once-in-a-lifetime moments – like meeting a whale shark eye-to-eye.

Diving Highlights :

✔ Saleh Bay (Teluk Saleh) – swim with resident whale sharks that gather around fishing platforms (bagans)
✔ Iconic Komodo sites like Batu Bolong, Castle Rock, and Manta Point
✔ Remote reefs of western Sumbawa – healthy, untouched, and full of life
​✔ Pinnacles, walls, and sloping reefs with reef sharks, turtles, and schooling fish
✔ Incredible macro life: pygmy seahorses, nudibranchs, and ghost pipefish
✔ Night dives with rare critters and glowing plankton