Ondina - Komodo Liveaboard
- Destination: Komodo, Bali, Lombok, Maumere
- Trip Duration: 10 Day Safaris, June to October
- Total Dives: Up to 4 Dives per day
- Total Guests: 16 Guests
- Prices: from 1,600.00 Euros per person
- Nitrox: Yes
- Prices and Schedule
Big, and Bold the SMY Ondina offers a wealth of space for up to 16 guests in eight air conditioned and en-suite cabins. Operated by an experienced team of international dive safari experts her interior is comfortable and her cabins are reminiscent of the old wooden merchant sailing vessels of a bye gone era. Rustic and warm this liveaboard boasts of a professional and attentive crew willing to discover and explore the most pristine and remote islands of Indonesia. With a huge sundeck, and an interior saloon with panoramic views there is always a great place to just chill out.
Moving with the seasons to visit the best diving of Komodo, Bali, Lombok, or Maumere. One of the most experienced and beloved liveaboards diving the best of Indonesia. A Dive Adventures Asia Budget Class Top Pick!
Photo Gallery | Prices and Cabin Selection | How to Get There | Schedule 2012 | Itinerary | Boat Layout
A Double Bed for Everyone
With 8 comfortable cabins in two configurations there is plenty of room for up to 16 guests. All cabins are very well laid and have porthole windows for added natural light. The cabins all feature Double Beds or Double / Twin Share Beds with air conditioning and private en-suite bathrooms.
The Ondina Offers Two Different Cabin Layouts: 6 Double / Twin Bed Cabins (Lower Deck), and 2 Double Bed Cabins (Lower Deck).
Each Cabin Features the Following Comforts:
- Individually Controlled Air Conditioning
- Private Bathroom and Toilet with Hand Held Cold Water Shower
- Porthole Windows
- Hand Basin
- Bed Linens
- Mirror
- Toiletries and Towels
- Reading Lamps
- Shelving
- 2 pin 220V electricity (bring and international adaptor)
- Luggage Space
The Ondina is an outstanding choice for singles, couples, or small group private charters. The Double / Twin cabins can also be booked as a triple for family or friends traveling together.
Rustic Indoor Saloon, Dining, and Common Areas
The saloon, which is combined with the indoor dining area, is air conditioned, rustic and airy, and offers stunning views of the Indonesian Archipelago. This is where you will eat your breakfast in the morning and relax between dives in the heat of the day. This area is a customer favorite for reviewing photos or relaxing with an evening cocktail, beer, or glass of wine.
The following amenities are in the indoor saloon: T.V., DVD, and Stereo. There is a small movie and music library as well as plenty of marine and general interest books for your use. The saloon has large picture windows with panoramic views and is a great area for just kicking back and enjoying your holiday!
For outdoor lovers there is a 40 sq. meter covered area on the main deck in front of the saloon perfect for enjoying the stunning scenery of eastern Indonesia with an espresso in hand.
Guests will enjoy a delicious variety of international and asian cuisine which is prepared using fresh spices, fruits, vegetables, and seafood. All meals are served buffet style, so eat to your hearts content. Coffee, Tea, and Snacks are always available between meal times to keep you energized for your days of diving. There is also an outstanding selection of wine, local and imported beers, and quality spirits.
Ondina Dining Features:
- Western, Indonesian, Chinese, Italian and Japanese Meals
- Buffet Style Meals are Served in the Air Conditioned Saloon or Alfresco on the Main Deck
- Coffee, Tea, Water, Fresh Fruits, and Crisps, are Complimentary 24 / 7
- Soft Drinks, Wine, Beer, Espresso, and a Variety of Liquors are Available for Purchase
All dietary requirements can be catered to with advance notice!
On Top of the World
On the upper most deck you can relax in the spacious outdoor lounge in a reclining sun chair or a relaxing hammock. With just cause this area is often a customer favorite for relaxing between dives, having an afternoon nap, getting your body tan, reading your latest novel, or just enjoying a magnificent sea breeze while watching the full moon or a star filled sky. There is always plenty of space for some alone time or sharing the days events with friends.
Its All About the Diving and Photography
Motorized dive tenders make getting to the dive sites a breeze. Each dive tender is accompanied by boat personnel and highly trained dive staff. The tenders are fully functioning vessels, with tank racks, that will provide fast and safe transfers from the liveaboard to all the dive sites. The dive tenders are also used for exploratory excursions and island tours around Komodo.
Photographers and videogrpahers will find the Ondina is very well equipped with a secure camera table, battery charging points, padded freshwater tanks, air pressure gun to blow dry your high tech equipment, and a computer for CD and DVD burning.
In the Dive Room each diver is provided with their own personal dive station with plenty of area for suiting up and loads of storage space for all your personal equipment.
The Ondina Dive Room is Equipped with the Following:
- Hot Water Shower
- Wet Suit Room
- Quilted Fresh Water Rinse Tanks for Cameras and Video Equipment
- Air Compressors
- Gear Rack
- Personal Storage Area with Electrical Outlets
There is also a full Enriched Air Nitrox station onboard for those of you who are certified Nitrox divers. For those of you not yet Nitrox certified, specialty Nitrox courses are available upon request.
Ondina Liveaboard Photo Gallery
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Rustic Indoor Saloon |
Delicious Buffet Meals |
Indoor Entertainment |
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Views to Die For |
Spacious Sundeck |
Join the Fun |
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Dive Room Morning Briefing |
Camera Charging Station |
Your Ride to the Dive Sites |
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Tank Filling Station |
Huge Upper Deck |
Covered Camera Table |
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Double / Twin Bed Cabin |
The Comforts of Home |
Double / Twin Bed Cabin |
Ondina Komodo Liveaboard Prices and Cabin Selection 2012
Destination |
# Days |
Double Bed Cabin | Double / Twin Bed Cabin |
Full Charter |
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Bali, Lombok, Moyo, Komodo 2012 |
10D/9N |
1,800.00 Euros |
1,800.00 Euros |
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| Bima - Komodo- Bima 2012 |
10D/9N |
1,800.00 Euros |
1,800.00 Euros |
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Bima - Komodo- Maumere 2012 |
10D/9N |
1,600.00 Euros |
1,600.00 Euros |
Liveaboard Trip Prices Include: All prices are per person and include accommodation on board, all meals, most drinks (drinking water, coffee, tea), professional dive master services, scuba tanks, weights, weight belt, air, and up to 4 dives per day. We also include greeting and transfer to and from the departure ports nearest airport and the liveaboard. Please contact Dive Adventures Asia for non-diver and single supplement rates.
Additional Charges: The Komodo Harbor and National Park fee of 120.00 Euros is not included in the prices above and is payable onboard. In addition, nitrox, equipment rental, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, airfare, and dive insurance are not included in the above prices. Equipment rental is approximately 25.00 Euros per day for a full set, and nitrox is 5.00 Euros per fill. Dive Insurance for every diver is recommended and should be purchased prior to arrival.
Dive Club and Group Bonus: Pay for 5 guests and receive 1 space free of charge. Pay for 10 guests and receive 2 spaces free of charge. The third person sharing one cabin is entitled to 25% discount.
How to Get There: The Ondina departs to Komodo from Benoa Harbor on Bali, Bima on Sumbawa, depending on the date of departure. Trips to Ambon depart from Maumere on Flores. You can fly direct to Bima or Maumere from Bali. Flights are arranged by the operator at the time of booking, but are not included in the trip price. There is a transfer service from the local airport to and from the liveaboard. Please note that to enter Indonesia you must have a minimum of 6 months before expiration left on your passport and one full clean page for your visa on arrival.
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Reserve Your Space with Only a 30% Deposit and Pay the Balance 60 Days Prior to Departure
Ondina Komodo Liveaboard Cruise Schedule 2012
June 2012
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
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OD01K |
18-Jun-2012 |
27-Jun-2012 |
10D / 9N |
Bima - Komodo - Bali |
Up to 4 |
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OD02K |
30-Jun-2012 |
09-Jul-2012 |
10D / 9N |
Bali - Komodo - Bima |
Up to 4 |
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July 2012
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
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OD03K |
12-Jul-2012 |
21-Jul-2012 |
10D / 9N |
Bima - Komodo- Bima |
Up to 4 |
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OD04K |
24-Jul-2012 |
02-Aug-2012 |
10D / 9N |
Bima - Komodo- Bima |
Up to 4 |
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August 2012
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
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OD05K |
05-Aug-2012 |
14-Aug-2012 |
10D / 9N |
Bima - Komodo- Bima |
Up to 4 |
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OD06K |
17-Aug-2012 |
26-Aug-2012 |
10D / 9N |
Bima - Komodo- Bima |
Up to 4 |
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OD06AK |
29-Aug-2012 |
07-Sep-2012 |
10D / 9N |
Bima - Komodo- Bima |
Up to 4 |
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September 2012
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
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OD07K |
10-Sep-2012 |
19-Sep-2012 |
10D / 9N |
Bima - Komodo- Bima |
Up to 4 |
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OD08K |
21-Sep-2012 |
30-Sep-2012 |
10D / 9N |
Bima - Komodo- Maumere |
Up to 4 |
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Ondina Komodo Liveaboard Itinerary
The itinerary of the Ondina is meant to deliver the very best diving of Komodo and beyond within the time allotted for the liveaboard cruise. Her schedule will consist of primarily of 10 Day / 9 Night cruises to the best dive sites of the Komodo Archipelago.
Sample Itinerary
Day of Boarding (First Day on the Ondina)
Morning or afternoon flight to Bima Airport, pick up and transfer from the airport or hotel to the liveaboard.
Diving Days (Depending on the length of the Cruise)
- Up to 4 Dives per Day
Day of Departure ( Last Day on the Ondina)
Morning breakfast and gear packing, then transfer to local airport to connect with your departing flight.
Note: This does not represent an exact itinerary, it is approximate only. Every cruise is different. Itineraries depend on current conditions, time of year, weather, captain, cruise director, and guest preferences. We do our best to put you at the best sites possible on every dive.
We take no responsibility for scheduling or itinerary changes due to changing weather, political situations, natural disasters or other events beyond our control. We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance for any kind of trip you do anywhere in the world. We also recommend that you have DAN or other diving accident insurance up to date and current in case of an unanticipated evacuation or other treatment that may not be covered by your regular insurance.
Ondina Boat Layout
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