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Mermaid I is a deluxe standard professional dive yatch run by Mermaid Fleet, offering diving trips in Indonesia according to the seasons. It can accommodate 15 guests.

Date 25/04/26 to 10/05/26
Duration 15 nights
Boat Mermaid 1
Destination Banda Sea
Departure Sorong
Arrival Maumere
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Description

Boat

Mermaid I is a 28 meters long, 7 meters wide twin engine steel motor yacht, built with your diving comfort in mind. Our professionalism, reliability, awesome crews offering amazing diving, plus our attention-to-detail maintenance each year, has proudly brought Mermaid I the award winning reputation as one of the world’s leading liveaboard vessels. It cruises at 9 knots per hour most of the time, the max. cruise speed can reach 10 knots per hour.

Delicious Asian and western meals are served in our “Sawasdee Restaurant” with large windows to enjoy the views or how about trying our delicious BBQs !

Mermaid I features a beautiful air conditioned saloon with multimedia entertainment center, or select from our extensive reading library complete with a full range of marine life books.

Mermaid I offers two outside decks, one shaded with comfortable lounge seating and the fabulous sundeck with sunshade and loads of cushioned sun beds –a great place to relax or enjoy a massage.

Mermaid I has a large dive deck (42sqm) on the back of the main deck, and wide stern dive platform with two exit ladders. There are also personal gear lockers, an in-place fill station, a camera table and 6 camera rinse tanks.


Cabin

Mermaid I has 8 beautifully guest cabins, it can welcome 15 guests :

All cabins are air conditioned with ensuite bathroom, refrigerator, iPad for entertainment, wardrobe with hangers, personal reading lights, Hairdryer, bathrobes, toiletries (shampoo, body wash, conditioner, hand soap), and loads of fluffy towels.

1 Master Cabin :
Located on the main deck, this cabin comes with a king size double bed, panoramic seaview windows, with doors opening onto the gangway.

1 Single Cabin :
Located on the main deck, this cabin with a single bed, seaview windows, with doors opening onto the gangway.

4 Deluxe Cabins :
Located on the main deck, each cabin comes with a king size double bed or two large twin beds, seaview windows, with doors opening onto the gangway.

2 Budget Cabins :
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with one double bed and one single bed in bunk style, portholes, with direct access to main deck gangways.


Diving

  • 3 to 4 dives per day, depending on conditions and route.
  • No dive on the embarkation and disembarkation day.
  • Only 1 - 2 dives will be provided on the last diving day.
  • All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
  • Dive torch and SMB can be provided free of charge.

Other Informations

  • Nitrox:Available with additional cost
  • 15L Tanks:Limited available free of charge
  • REBREATHER Dive:Not available at the moment
  • Technical Dive:Not available at the moment
  • Dive Equipment Rental:Available with additional charge
  • Dive insurance:Divers must have valid dive insurance
  • Wi-Fi Internet : Available with additional cost
  • Laundry Service:Not available at the moment
  • Massage Service:Available with additional cost
  • Payment on board:Cash (USD/EUR/IDR) or credit cards
  • Crew Number:14, include 3 dive guides

Cabins & prices

Included

  • Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
  • VAT and local taxes
  • Full-board meal plan (including snacks)
  • Complimentary beverages (water, tea, coffee)
  • Soft drinks
  • Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
  • Dive guide service
  • Larger tank (15 L)
  • Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
  • Boat accident insurance
  • Cabin towels and complimentary toiletries
  • Cabin cleaning service

Not included

  • Domestic flights in destination country
  • Marine park fees & Port fees
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Alcoholic beverage
  • Dive equipment rentals
  • Nitrox fills
  • Dive courses on board
  • Massage/Spa service
  • Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
  • Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
  • Wi-Fi
  • Crew gratuity

More

Destinations Alor, Sumbawa, Raja Ampat, Sulawesi, Halmahera, Komodo, Banda Sea
Facilities Nitrox support, Sidemount Friendly, Camera Station, Fishing gear, Massage or Spa, Wi-Fi
Languages spoken English, French, Spanish

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pricing for Mermaid 1 varies by cabin type, route and duration. Most trips start from $2,401 per person. Live prices and current availability are listed on the Schedules tab. Contact our dive team for a custom quote or private charter pricing.
Standard inclusions: airport and hotel transfers, full-board meals, soft drinks, diving (tanks, weights, weight belts), dive guide service, land excursions, cabin towels and toiletries, Wi-Fi and boat accident insurance. Excludes: international and domestic flights, marine park fees, fuel surcharge, dive and travel insurance, equipment rental, nitrox fills, alcohol, gratuity.
Banda Sea offers year-round diving with two distinct seasons. Manta and warmer water characterise the wet season, while larger pelagics and cooler water mark the dry season. Browse upcoming departures by month on the Schedules tab to pick the best window for your travel dates.
Most Mermaid 1 routes require Open Water certification with at least 50 logged dives. Some sites with strong currents require Advanced Open Water. Check the Useful Information tab on this page for destination-specific requirements.
Mermaid 1 hosts up to 16 divers per departure. The small group ratio means personalised service, flexible dive scheduling and minimal waiting between dives.
The crew speaks English, French, Spanish. Dive briefings are given in English with translation available on request. International dive guides accompany selected departures.
Browse live departures on the Schedules tab. Each row links to the booking page with date, route and confirmed pricing. For private charters or custom itineraries, contact the Dive and Cruise dive team via the form below. No booking fees.
Full refund up to 90 days before departure, sliding scale thereafter. Travel insurance covering trip cancellation is strongly recommended and mandatory for some destinations. See the booking terms for full details.
Yes. Valid dive insurance covering emergency evacuation, hyperbaric treatment and diving accidents is mandatory on all Mermaid 1 departures. We also recommend travel insurance with trip cancellation coverage. Proof of insurance is checked at embarkation.
Mermaid 1 operates across Banda Sea. Expect schooling pelagics, reef sharks, manta rays, sea turtles, vibrant coral walls and macro critters. Seasonal highlights shift by month and region - check the destination page for the current conditions.
Nitrox is available on Mermaid 1 for an additional charge. Larger 15L tanks, rebreather support and tech diving can be arranged on request. Notify our dive team at the time of booking so we can confirm availability and add the surcharge.
Most Banda Sea liveaboard trips connect via a regional hub. We recommend arriving 1 day before embarkation to recover from travel and to clear any park or transit fees. Airport transfers are included in the trip price.
This specific Mermaid 1 departure runs from Apr 25 - May 10, 2026. Embarkation is in the afternoon of day 1, disembarkation in the morning of the final day. Plan international flights to arrive 1 day early and depart 1 day late.
This package includes 15 nights aboard Mermaid 1. The full itinerary covers up to 20 dives across multiple sites. Check the Description tab for the day-by-day dive plan and the Schedules tab for the exact route.
Cabin options on this Mermaid 1 departure include: Classic Twin, Twin/Double, Premium Double, Premium Twin/Double. Each cabin has ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, storage and US-plug outlets. Live availability and per-person pricing by cabin are shown on the booking page.

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