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Cheng Ho is a deluxe standard liveaboard run by Sea Safari Cruises, offering scuba diving liveaboard trips year-round in Indonesia, it accommodates 26 guests.

Frequently Asked Questions
Date 01/04/28 to 12/04/28
Duration 11 nights
Boat Cheng Ho
Destination Banda Sea
Departure Sorong
Arrival Ambon
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Description

Cheng Ho is a diving liveaboard only available for Private Charter.

🤿 Cheng Ho can accommodate a maximum of 26 passengers onboard.

🗓️ Cheng Ho has a flexible schedule — we can arrange it according to your dates and itinerary preferences.

📧 Contact us for more information at contact@diveandcruise.com

Boat

Cheng Ho is a 35 meters long, 10.65 meters wide Indonesian Phinisi Buginese Schooner, made of Ulin wood, origially built in 1996, it has 3 engines and cruise between 7 to 10 knots/hour.

This Bugisese Phinisi has been handcrafted in the South Sulawesi traditions of the Bugis master carpenters with ulin, or ironwood. In the old day these boats were pure sailing boats and consequently they were sometimes becalmed in windless seas for weeks on end. Since the late sixties virtually all of them have been motorized.

Cheng Ho features a beautiful roomy air conditioned salon/dining room on the main deck, with a flat screen TV, DVD player, computer/camera station, a stereo player and an assortment of movies, CDs and books. There is also a chiller show case with 1 glass door for soft drink and fruits.

The upper deck is partially shaded and has sofas and tables. And for those who enjoy the sun is a top sun deck with chaise longues. And there is a new Jacuzzi.

The dive deck located at the front of the main deck, it is spacious and well equipped with personal gear lockers, an in place-fill station and a camera table with low pressure hose.


Cabin

Cheng Ho has 14 guests cabins, it can welcome up to 26 guests :

All cabins have private bathroom, air conditioner, storage area, hair dryer, safety box, and hand sanitizer.

3 Deluxe Double Cabins:
Located on the upper deck, each cabin comes with a double bed, seaview windows.

2 Deluxe Twin Cabins:
Located on the main deck, each cabin comes with two single beds side by side, seaview windows.

2 Deluxe Single Cabins:
Located on the main deck, each cabin comes with one single bed, seaview windows.

3 Standard Double Cabins:
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with a double bed, portholes.

4 Standard Twin Cabins:
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with two single beds side by side, portholes.


Diving

  • 3 dives per day + alternating additional night dives.
  • 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.
  • Divers will be provided with ENOS diver locator system.
  • Sea kayaks, snorkeling gears are available for use.

Other Informations

  • Nitrox:Available with additional cost
  • 15L Tanks:Available with additional cost
  • REBREATHER Dive:Not available at the moment
  • Technical 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 with additional cost
  • Laundry Service:Available with additional cost
  • Massage Service:Not available at the moment
  • Payment on board:By cash only (IDR/USD)
  • Crew Number:24, include 5 dive guides

Cabins & prices

From

$5,170

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)
  • Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
  • Dive guide service
  • Use of Kayaks or/and SUPs
  • 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
  • Soft drinks
  • Dive equipment rentals
  • Larger tank (15 L)
  • Nitrox fills
  • Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
  • Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
  • Wi-Fi
  • Crew gratuity

More

Destinations Alor, Komodo, Sumbawa, Banda Sea
Facilities Nitrox support, Sidemount Friendly, Watersport equipment, Camera Station, Nautilus GPS, Jacuzzi, Wi-Fi, Laundry
Languages spoken English

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More details

Cheng Ho liveaboard dive trip in Banda Sea — check key facts at a glance: dates, ports, duration, cabin types and what is included. Jump to the FAQs below for pricing, certification and booking details.

DestinationBanda Sea
BoatCheng Ho
DateApr 1, 2028 — Apr 12, 2028
Duration11 nights
DepartureSorong
ArrivalAmbon
Cabin typesClassic Twin, Twin/Double, Premium Double, Premium Twin/Double
Boat capacity26 guests maximum

Frequently Asked Questions

From per person sharing. The price varies by cabin type and occupancy. Single supplement applies for solo travelers. Live pricing is shown on the booking page with no hidden fees.
Includes: airport and hotel transfers, full-board meals, soft drinks, diving (tanks, weights, weight belts), dive guide, land excursions, cabin towels, toiletries and boat accident insurance. Excludes: flights, marine park fees, fuel surcharge, equipment rental, nitrox, alcohol, dive insurance, gratuity.
Most Cheng Ho 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.
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.
Cheng Ho 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 current conditions.
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.
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 Cheng Ho departure runs from Apr 1 - Apr 12, 2028. 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.
Cabin options on this Cheng Ho 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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