Velocean was truly amazing! The crew really made it memorable.
Rebecca E.
All Star Velocean - Indonesia Luxury Liveaboard
Dive All Star Velocean
- An 171′ (52m) aluminum hulled ultra-luxurious dive liveaboard
- Lloyd’s Register certified
- 10 spacious suites each with private bath and ocean view windows.
- All cabins are main deck or above.
- Stabilizers provide a very stable ride in rougher seas.
- Includes all gourmet meals including a fresh juice bar.
- Up to 4 dives per day
- Built for underwater photographers
- Unique excursions and eco-adventures
- Free nitrox
- 18 guests pampered by a 24-member crew
- Small dive groups, 4 divers per guide
Awe-Inspiring Raja Ampat
- 8 to 12-night dive trips departing from Sorong for Raja Ampat.
- Dive trips operate seasonally from December to March
- Encompassing 1,500 islands located in the Coral Triangle
- Biodiversity unlike any other place on the planet
- 1,500 types of fish 500 species of colorful hard and soft corals and 15 types of marine mammals
Protected Komodo National Park
- 6 to 9 night dive trips departing from Labuan Bajo or Bali
- Dive trips available from May to September
- Rich marine diversity: pelagics, macro-critters, numerous fish species
- Land tours to see rare Komodo dragons and their habitat
Banda Sea - Forgotten Islands
- 8-night itineraries departing from Ambon
- September – November Season
- Schooling Hammerheads
- Volcanic islands with unique topography and geothermal vents attracting sea snakes
- Magnificent macro diving off Ambon
- Explore Banda Neira’s Fort Belgica, a 17th Century Dutch Fort
Dive Sites
Indonesia’s vast expanse takes in six seas and thousands of islands. More importantly, its location in the center of the Coral Triangle results in scuba diving experiences unlike any other on earth. The best way to see this variety of diving is by dive liveaboard.
- Large reef structures
- Vertical walls thriving with macro-critters
- Caverns and tunnels
- Flowing water perfect for drift dives
This country’s renowned muck diving draws photographers from around the world to capture the tiniest of creatures. It takes a keen eye to find them as they hide in plain site. Keeping fin movement to a minimum helps to not stir the sediment. One’s patience will be rewarded with a glimpse of its unique inhabitants.
Cultural Adventures
Like many islands in the South Pacific, Indonesia is a country of many cultures. Some traditions remain intact while others have been carefully blended to create a modern culture respectful of its rich heritage. Our dive trips seek to showcase the rich marine life below the surface as well as the local culture and manmade and natural attractions. Shore excursions vary by trip itinerary.
- A traditional fishing village
- Scenic views from Penemu Lookout
- Komodo National Park
- Komodo’s pink sand beach
- Perhaps view the elusive Bird of Paradise with its colorful plumage
- World’s largest lizards – Komodo dragons
The Dive Liveaboard
In a class of its own, this ultra-luxurious dive liveaboard was designed specifically for scuba divers and underwater photographers. With a 24-member crew, guests should prepare to be pampered. This sleek, newly-built 171-ft. (52m) long vessel with three decks of living space. Velocean’s ten (10) spacious suites for only 18 guests each with expansive ocean view windows and private bath redefine dive liveaboard accommodations. All cabins are main deck or above. The dive deck and gear stations are a perfect match for Indonesia’s stellar diving. The All Star Velocean was built by photographers with underwater photographers in mind. Each cabin has it’s own ocean view camera workstation in the lounge. There is a large camera table on the dive deck with air nozzles to dry gear. Small dive groups, only 4 divers per guide.
FAQs
Can I rent dive gear on All Star Velocean?
Yes, with prior arrangements, you can rent dive gear. For rental rates, click here. Please request these items on your Trip Application. Payment is made while on board. All rentals must be arranged prior to departure.
How do I get to the All Star Velocean departure point?
We will provide transfers between the airport or local hotels and the Velocean on day of boarding only. If you arrive a day early, you will need to take a cab to your hotel. Pick up time at your hotel will be given to you prior to travel.
What time do we disembark All Star Velocean ?
Guests will need to vacate their suites by 10:00am but can remain onboard until 3:00pm if they have flights later in the day. The Velocean will be in port the night before so you can get off at anytime if you have a early flight.
What time can we board the All Star Velocean?
We recommend booking flights that arrive in the port city in ample time before departure.
If your flight arrives earlier on the day of boarding, you can board the ship upon arrival.
Boarding times are as follows:
Sorong – 8am
Ambon – 10am
Labuan Bajo is 12noon