More than 20-years of experience operating liveaboards in Indonesia
Simple yet striking vessel, hand-built using traditional methods
A maximum of just 14 guests on board, ensuring personalised service
Wide range of dive itineraries with varying lengths and destinations
Jaya liveaboard is a stunning dive phinisi boasting 20 years of experience cruising the central and eastern islands of the Indonesian Archipelago. Drawing on their extensive knowledge of the region and its unparalleled underwater world, Jaya’s crew are able to offer unique yet affordable services with high levels of professionalism at all times. The vessel itself encourages social interaction and exudes a casual, care-free atmosphere where everybody feels at home – allowing guests to let their hair down and create countless memories that will last a lifetime.
Circular itinerary focussing on the Banda Sea’s Ring of Fire
Dive with hundreds of sea snakes at the remote Manuk Island
Explore the Banda Sea's swim-throughs and deep walls
Dive with Hatta's Hammerheads
Enjoy Ambon’s world-class muck diving and spot the psychedelic frogfish
Land visit to the 17th century Fort Belgica on Banga Neira
Day 1:
Arrive Jaya in Tulehu Harbour at 11am for lunch and check dive.
Day 2:
3 x dives around Nusa Laut. Overnight crossing to Suanggi
Day 3:
3 x dives Suanggi
Day 4:
3 x dives Pulau Ai and Pulau Run. Overnight crossing to Gili Manuk
Day 5:
3 x dives Gili Manuk
Day 6:
4 x dive Karang Hatta and Pulau Hatta. Sunset dive in harbour for mandarin fish
Day 7:
2 x dives in the Banda area. Afternoon free in Banda town. Optional Fort tour and Nutmeg
Plantation tour.
Day 8:
3 x Suanggi
Day 9:
3 x dives Nusa Laut and Maropora
Day 10:
Guests depart Jaya after breakfast at 8.30am in Tulehu Harbour, Ambon.
Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.
Transfer details
Departure
11:00am
Tulehu Harbour, Ambon
Pattimura International Airport: AMQ
Return
08:30am
Tulehu Harbour, Ambon
Pattimura International Airport: AMQ
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Towels and toiletries
Tanks and weights
Night dives
Land excursions
Internet
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
Marine park fee - US$100 per trip, paid onboard
Port fee - US$140 per trip, paid onboard
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement - 75%
Alcoholic drinks
Soft drinks
Gratuities - 10% to 15% of cruise rate
Equipment rental - US$250 per trip
Dive computer - US$10 per day
15l tanks - US$15 per day
Diving courses
Private guide
Transfers
Payment policy
Cancellations more than 90 days prior to departure are refundable, minus an administrative fee of 100 USD, plus any bank fees and exchange rate losses.
Cancellations made less than 90 days prior to departure will not be granted a refund
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply. Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply. Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
Cancellation policy
50% deposit - required to secure reservation. 50% balance - due 60 days prior to departure. Bookings received less than 60 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Current availability and prices: https://www.zubludiving.com/itineraries/jaya/itn-2309050155011-ambon-banda-ambon-9n
