Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard Reviews & Specials - Bluewater Dive Travel

Emperor Harmoni

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Emperor Harmoni
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Emperor Harmoni Upper Double Cabin
Emperor Harmoni Upper Twin Cabin
Emperor Harmoni Lower Double / Single
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Emperor Harmoni Sundeck
Emperor Harmoni Dining Area
Emperor Harmoni Lower Double Cabin
Emperor Harmoni Lower Twin Cabin

Destination: Indonesia

Komodo, Raja Ampat, Banda, Flores and Alor (7-12 Nights) | From $420++/night

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Emperor Harmoni Quick Pitch

Emperor Harmoni is Emperor Fleet's brand new Indonesian liveaboard, the second for Emperor Indonesia. One of only a select few Indonesian liveaboards to have two engines, you can sail away with added confidence.

 

Why You'll Like Emperor Harmoni

  • High quality, contemporary liveaboard for 24 guests
  • Spacious dining, relaxation areas and massage services
  • Up to 4 guides on board and max 3 dives a day
  • Sailing the Indonesian seas including Komodo, Raja Ampat and Banda Sea
  • FREE Nitrox and wine with dinner
  • All port and park fees included in our all-inclusive pricing
  • All Emperor Harmoni sailings are guaranteed no matter how many guests

 

 

Dive Overview

Indonesia is blessed with the smallest to the largest of marine animals. Pygmy seahorses, wonderpuss, ghost pipefish, rhinopias, hairy and normal frog fish, mantas, whale sharks, sharks, and rays. Emperor requires that you have a minimum of 30 logged dives to join a Raja Ampat itinerary and 50 logged dives for Komodo, Banda Sea, Alor, and Flores itineraries, and that you are Advanced Open Water or equivalent.

[See: Raja Ampat Area & Komodo, Alor & Flores, Ambon & Banda Sea Dive Travel Guides]

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Accommodations

Types of Cabins, Amenities and Photos

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Emperor Harmoni Cabin Overview

At 48 meters, she comfortably accommodates 24 guests in 12 cabins each with an ensuite, mini-safe, individually controlled air-conditioning, and fan. On the lower deck, there are 8 cabins available: 2 cabins feature twin beds (12sqm), 4 cabins offer both a double and a single bed* (12sqm), and 2 cabins contain a double bed (9sqm). The upper deck consists of 4 cabins: 2 cabins can be configured as either twin or double beds (10sqm), and 2 cabins feature a spacious double bed (14sqm).

 

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Upper Deck Double (L), Upper Deck Twin (R)

Emperor Harmoni Lower Deck Double / Twin Emperor Harmoni Upper Deck Double

Lower Deck Double + Single* (L), Lower Deck Twin (R)

Emperor Harmoni Upper Deck Double

Lower Deck Double

*For lower deck double + single add €35 per week supplement.

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General Facilities

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Emperor Harmoni Boat Features

  • Lounge area with a 49" HD flat screen, movie, music and book library, board games and mini-bar
  • Spacious diving and relaxation areas
  • Massage on deck
  • Two large RIBs with outboards to get you to the perfect dive spot
  • Free Nitrox
  • All diving and safety equipment
  • Two dive guides
  • Lifelines and SMBs provided FREE of charge on board

 

Food & Drinks Aboard Emperor Harmoni

The meals on board are usually buffet-style with a variety of Indonesian and International dishes to suit everyone. Indonesian food is traditionally a bit spicy, fish is available on board, mostly frozen with a few fresh catches along the way. Water, tea, and coffee are complimentary. Soft drinks, fresh juices, and alcohol (cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer) are chargeable. For any special dietary requests, such as vegetarian or any allergies, please inform us prior to arrival. Alcohol is available to purchase on board and guests are welcome to bring their own alcohol onboard.

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Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard Deck Plan

Emperor Harmoni Deckplan

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Schedule, RATES & AVAILABILITY

The actual rates are based in EUR. The starting price indicated above may vary based on the current exchange rate.

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The prices shown below are per person in USD. The pricing at the time of booking may vary depending on the latest EUR/USD exchange rate.

[See also: Inclusions & Exclusions]

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Inclusions

  • Shared cabin
  • 3 meals a day
  • Afternoon snacks
  • 1 cocktail party on a local island (weather allowing)
  • Unlimited drinking water, tea, coffee
  • Guide
  • 12-liter air tanks
  • Weights
  • Nitrox 
  • Return airport transfer.
  • Port & marine park fees

 

Exclusions

  • Flights
  • Diving equipment
  • 15 litre tanks
  • Alcohol, soft drinks, juices


RATES & AVAILABILITY

For more information on other departure dates, rates, and on availability email us at info@bluewaterdivetravel.com or call us at +1-310-915-6677 and we will gladly help you plan your dream dive vacation!

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Dive Information & Itineraries

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Komodo National Park (4, 7 & 9 night trips | July to October)

Port of Embarkation: Labuan Bajo (Komodo Airport)

The Komodo National Park is world-renowned for its excellent quality and variety of diving. Water temperatures change between the north and south of the Park and provide varied encounters. In the north we have the black sands of the Sangeang Volcano with its critters and bubble flows and the reefs around Gili Banta. The south provides cooler temperatures with manta action and nutrient rich reefs with ocean flow from the Indian Ocean. The central section provides reefs and small islands teeming with life fed by the currents running between the islands of Komodo and Rinca. Add to this the chance to see the famous Komodo Dragon in its natural habitat, beautiful beaches, look-outs to climb and you have a paradise both below and above the water.

A 7-night cruise generally takes in sites in the Central and Southern Sections of the Komodo National Park. On occasions the cruise will take in the Central and Northern Sections depending on sea and wind conditions, especially related to southerly swells.

Please note: Divers going to South Komodo need to realise the temperatures can drop from 28°C to around 20°C. A 5mm wetsuit and hood is highly recommended for this region. Water temperature in the central and northern section of the park average 27-28°C.

This itinerary is not for beginners. Most dives will involve going to depth and currents can be strong. We recommend you have 50 logged dives to join this trip and require that you are Deep Diver/Advanced Open Water or equivalent.

 

Raja Ampat (7 & 9 night trips | December to May)

Port of Embarkation: Waisai | Port of Disembarkation: Sorong

Raja Ampat, which in Indonesian means the Four Kings, is a Marine Park world renowned for being the epicentre of marine biodiversity. The park covers a large area with approximately 170 nautical miles separating the northern and southern extremities. It would be possible to dive for weeks and weeks without seeing the same sites twice.

Raja Ampat can be divided into three sections covering the North, Central and Southern Sections. Spectacular scenery both above and below the water make this heritage area unique and a bucket list item for both divers and lovers of nature.

The 9 night cruises take in sites in the Northern, Central and Southern Sections of the national park. Whereas the 7 night cruises visit the Northern and Central Sections. For your convenience, a one-way ferry ticket from Sorong to Waisai is included in the price of your liveaboard.

Emperor requires that you have 30 logged dives to join this trip. If you are an Open Water Diver, some dives are below 18m therefore we recommend having advanced experience or taking your PADI Advanced Open Water course on board to maximise your enjoyment from the trip.

All diving is made from zodiacs to give precise entry and exit points. Currents can vary from really gentle to extremely strong. Inexperienced and beginner divers may find some dives challenging and may be asked by the Cruise Director to skip dives that are not suitable for their diving experience.

 

Raja Ampat & Banda Islands (12 night trips | May & October)

Embark: Waisai and Disembark: Ambon OR Embark: Ambon and Disembark: Sorong

The Ambon to Sorong cruise is special because it takes in two magnificent regions in the one cruise. Beginning in Ambon we head first to the Banda Islands (original Spice Islands) before rounding the east coast of Seram and rejoining the south and central sections of Raja Ampat. The Banda Islands will offer the opportunity for some pelagic action, hopefully hammerheads too, before diving arguably one of the best dive locations worldwide, South Raja Ampat.

This cruise will take in the Banda Islands plus the Southern and Central sections of Raja Ampat.

Emperor requires that you have 30 logged dives to join this trip. If you are an Open Water Diver, some dives are below 18m therefore we recommend having advanced experience or taking your PADI Advanced Open Water course on board to maximise your enjoyment from the trip. All diving is made from zodiacs to give precise entry and exit points. Currents can vary from really gentle in Raja Ampat to extremely strong in the Banda Sea. Inexperienced and beginner divers may find some dives challenging and may be asked by the Cruise Director to skip dives that are not suitable for their diving experience.


Banda Sea (7 night trips | March & October)

Port of Embarkation: Ambon

The Banda Islands are a group of seven small volcanic islands in the Banda Sea about 210 km (120 nautical miles) south-east of Ambon in the province of Maluku. They rise out of 4-to-6-kilometres of deep ocean providing superb diving for both macro and pelagic fauna. Until the mid-19th century the Banda Islands were the world's only source of nutmeg and mace spices. Wars were fought between the Portuguese, Dutch and English for hundreds of years before the Dutch finally swapped the Banda Islands for Manhattan. Well off the beaten track, steeped in history and promising breath-taking diving, the Banda Sea 7-night cruise takes you a step back in time to experience these fantastic islands both above and below the water.

Land Visits: On this cruise we visit Banda Neira to see the nutmeg plantation, historic forts and small Maritime Museum. A half-day excursion.

Please note: There are two overnight crossings of approximately 100 nautical miles during this 7-night itinerary (Ambon to Banda and Banda to Ambon).

This itinerary is not for beginners. Most dives will involve going to depth and currents can be strong. We recommend you have 50 logged dives to join this trip and require that you are Deep Diver/Advanced Open Water or equivalent. All diving is made from zodiacs to give precise entry and exit points.

 

Alor & Banda Sea (12 night trips | September/October & March/April)

Port of Embarkation: Kalabahi, Alor | Port of Disembarkation: Ambon

The Banda Sea cruise is for those with the spirit of adventure as we set sail to rarely dived sites, islands and atolls. There are several ways to cross the Banda Sea and this depends mostly on the weather and depths of the thermoclines for the hammerhead sharks. Crossing is generally done in March/April and September/October when the prevailing winds are changing between the seasons. Seldom-dived sites, active volcanoes, hammerheads and pelagic action, plus a visit to the mythic Banda Islands (original Spice Islands), make this a once in a lifetime cruise.

In Alor, there is plenty of opportunity to find those rare critters like frogfish, mimic octopus, fire sea urchin and even rare rhinopias in the hundreds of bays and coves in the island chain. Dolphins and whales are often encountered as this area is also part of the migration routes between the Pacific and Indian Oceans. If you don't mind the water being a bit 'frisky' from time to time, this itinerary is beautiful and often quite extraordinary.

Please note: In parts of Alor Strait water temperature can drop dramatically to around 20 degrees Celsius. It is highly recommended to bring a 5mm wetsuit and/or hooded vest. There are 600-700 nautical miles to cover during this 12-night cruise. We are mostly diving three dives a day and then travelling at night. This cruise is not advised for people who get very sea sick or who are unable to sleep whilst the boat is under way. For those with a bit of adventurous seadog in you, you are definitely looking at the right itinerary. See you on board.

This itinerary is not for beginners. Most dives will involve going to depth and currents can be strong. We recommend you have 50 logged dives to join this trip and require that you are Deep Diver/Advanced Open Water or equivalent. Currents can vary from medium to extremely strong in both Alor and the Banda Sea. Inexperienced divers may find some dives challenging and may be asked by the Cruise Director to skip dives that are not suitable for their diving experience.

 

East Flores & Alor (9 night trips | September/October & March/April)

Port of Embarkation: Maumere, Flores | Port of Disembarkation: Kalabahi, Alor

Further East of the famous Komodo National park lays the island group also known as "East Nusa Tenggara". Located in the warm tropical waters of The Flores Sea, this huge island chain is the mountainous result of volcanic activity, which makes for stunning scenery both above and below the water.

Our East Flores and Alor itinerary is a leisurely 180 nautical mile exploration of this wonderful region well off the beaten track and away from the crowds. There are plenty of opportunities to find those rare critters like frogfish, mimic octopus, fire sea urchin and even rare rhinopias in the hundreds of bays and coves that are featured in the island chain. Dolphins and whales are often encountered as this area is also part of the migration routes between the Pacific and Indian Oceans.

If you don't mind the water being a bit "frisky" from time to time, this itinerary is beautiful and, sometimes quite extraordinary.

Please note: In parts of Alor Strait water temperature can drop dramatically to around 20 degrees Celsius. It is highly recommended to bring a 5mm wetsuit and/or hooded vest.

This itinerary is not for beginners. Most dives will involve going to depth and currents can be strong. We recommend you have 50 logged dives to join this trip and require that you are Deep Diver/Advanced Open Water or equivalent. Currents can vary from medium to extremely strong in both Flores and the Banda Sea. Inexperienced divers may find some dives challenging and may be asked by the Cruise Director to skip dives that are not suitable for their diving experience.

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Boat specifications

  • Type: Wooden Hull
  • Year Built: 2019
  • Length: 48m
  • Beam: 9.5m
  • Engine: 2 x Yanmar 400 HP Marine Diesel
  • Generators: 2 x 100 KVA, 1 x 60 KVA (Cummins Engines and Stamford Alternators)
  • Desalination: 2 x 5 tonnes
  • Compressors: 2 x CAT Compressor + Nitrox
  • Maximum guests: 24
  • Number of cabins: 10
  • Tenders: 1 x 5.5m RIB with 100 Hp + 2 x 6.0m Fiberglass tenders with 2 x 40 HP

Practical Information

  • Time Zone: UTC+8 & UTC+9
  • Local Currency: IDR (Indonesian Rupiah)
  • Language Spoken: Indonesian & English
  • Electricity: 220V
  • Payment Onboard: Cash (Euros, US Dollar, UK Sterling Pounds, and IDR Rupiah) and credit cards (VISA and MasterCard)

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Reviews (2)

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We traveled on the Emperor Harmoni in September/October for a dive trip to the Komodo National Park, and I would highly recommend this beautiful, well-kept, first class boat. We stayed in an upper deck double cabin, and it is by far the nicest cabin accommodation we have ever experienced. The whole boat is decorated tastefully, and the cabins are spotless. Wrap around windows let us enjoy a beautiful sunrise many mornings, and the deck behind us was very convenient for experiencing the gorgeous Komodo sunsets. Public areas were clean and well maintained, and the dive deck was well laid out for daily diving. The staff on the Harmoni were incredibly courteous, knowledgeable, and a lot of fun. Great diver to guide ratio. The management team of Guillaume and Amy really worked hard to make sure everyone had a good time, and that the boat ran smoothly. Several excursions on land from the boat included a trip to an isolated beach at sunset for singing and drinks by the talented crew, a trip in Maumere to see the Watublapi weavers/village and of course the trip to see the Komodo dragons in the park. It was a special anniversary trip for my husband and myself, and when the staff found out, they planned a special dinner on the back deck for us, and gifted us with a bottle of wine, and some small gifts to help us remember our special day. I also have to talk about the incredibly hardworking staff. The dive team, Antos, Gustin and Danny, as well as the managers/divemasters were terrific. The dinghy drivers were helpful and polite. The cabin stewards, kitchen crew, and captain/engineers were all really high quality, friendly, and fun. We enjoyed getting to know them on our 9 day trip. Food was good, but I would comment that it would be fun to have more Indonesian food, and more spices. I think they could really shine if they cooked more of their food! The diving on this trip was particularly good in Komodo. Clean dive sites with copious small fish, lush, hard and soft corals, and some sharks. There were also plenty of manta rays! Currents were pretty strong, and can be a little tough for photographers, so that bears consideration. We also felt dive sites in the remote places were better than the ones close to Maumere. We are already thinking of a trip to RAJA AMPAT on this wonderful boat!

Visited on 10/2023 - Submitted on 10/12/2023
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The Emperor Harmoni was built from scratch and started her maiden voyage in 2022. She is a beautiful vessel and is very large and spacious with plenty of common areas to hang out. The cabins are large, the water pressure is strong and the water is hot. Food is excellent and plentiful. The dive deck is large and there are 4 hot showers for after the dive. There are also 2 toilets on the dive deck. Guide ratios are 4:1 and there are 3 zodiacs so only your group is on the zodiac and there is plenty of space. There are 2 camera tables (one on the dive area, and the other in the galley) and plenty of outlets so there is no need to charge batteries in the rooms.
Everything is included in the cost of the trip (Nitrox, marine park fees, fuel surcharge) so there are no surprises at check out. The only thing you pay for is on board expenses and gratuity.
Overall an excellent vessel and very well run.

Visited on 01/2024 - Submitted on 01/16/2024

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