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Sunshine is a budget standard liveaboard, offering scuba diving trips in North Sulawesi, Buyat Bay, Togian Islands, Tompotika, Sangihe Islands, Sitaro, Halmahera area all year round, it can accommodate 10 guests.

Date 18/07/26 to 26/07/26
Duration 8 nights
Boat Sunshine
Destination Sulawesi
Departure Dongala
Arrival Saronde
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Description

Boat

Sunshine was built in Bira (South Sulawesi) following the centuries-old tradition of shipbuilding Phinisi entirely of wood. Measuring 30m long and 6.5m wide, it can welcome a maximum of 8 to 10 divers per trip.

Sunshine's upper deck has a chillout area for briefing, de-briefing or just relaxing and relaxing between the dives. During special evenings the buffet style dinner will be served in the open air chill out area. There is a staircase leads to the restaurant and another to the sun deck.

On the main deck, there is the diving platform at the back. There are also storage areas for cameras, dive lamps etc. and several rinse tanks. The diving equipment is stationed and the tanks are filled. From the diving area it goes directly to the diving platform and to the diving boat.

In the restaurant the food is taken, drinks are available. There is also a charging station where stationary cameras, lamps and laptops can be supplied with energy.


Cabin

Sunshine has 5 cabins and can accomodate up to 10 divers on board:

All cabins have individually controlled air conditioning, en-suite bathroom, storage area, electricity.

2 Double Cabins:
Located on the upper deck, this cabin comes with one king-size double bed or two single beds side by side, windows.

1 Onwer Cabin:
Located on the lower deck, the largest cabin onboard, this cabin comes with 1 double bed and 1 single bed in bunk style, portholes.

2 Double Cabins:
Located on the lower deck, this cabin comes with 1 double, portholes.


Diving

  • 3 dives per day + alternating additional night dives.

  • Only 2 dives will be provided on the last diving day.

  • No dive provided on the day of arrival and departure.

  • All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.


Other Informations

  • Nitrox:Available with additional cost
  • 15L Tanks:Available with additional cost
  • REBREATHER Dive:Not available at the moment
  • Dive Equipment Rental:Available with additional cos
  • Dive insurance:All divers must have valid dive insurance
  • Wi-Fi Internet :Not available at the moment
  • Laundry Service:Not available at the moment
  • Massage Service:Not available at the moment
  • Payment on board:By cash (USD/EUR/IDR)
  • Crew Number:9, include 2 dive guides

Cabins & prices

Included

  • 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
  • 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
  • Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
  • Marine park fees & Port fees
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Alcoholic beverage
  • Dive equipment rentals
  • Larger tank (15 L)
  • Nitrox fills
  • Dive courses on board
  • Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
  • Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
  • Crew gratuity

More

Destinations Sulawesi, Halmahera
Facilities Nitrox support, Sidemount Friendly, Camera Station
Languages spoken English, German

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pricing for Sunshine 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.
Sulawesi 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 Sunshine 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.
Sunshine 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, German. 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 Sunshine departures. We also recommend travel insurance with trip cancellation coverage. Proof of insurance is checked at embarkation.
Sunshine operates across Sulawesi. 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 Sunshine 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 Sulawesi 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 Sunshine departure runs from Jul 18 - Jul 26, 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 8 nights aboard Sunshine. 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 Sunshine 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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