Halmahera Remote Indonesia Liveaboard Trip August 2027
Join us on a 9-night unique itinerary in the heart of the Coral Triangle onboard the MV Ambai.
Macro Critters
Stunning Reefs & Corals
Nitrox Included
Group Trip
Why Join This Trip
Rich biodiversity and exceptional flora and fauna
Operator with 16 years of experience diving and cruising Indonesia
4:1 diver-to-guide ratio
Free nitrox for nitrox-certified divers
Spacious cabins with individually controlled air-conditioning and en-suite bathrooms with hot water
Fully refundable deposit until 12 months from departure
25% discount on rental photo gear from Bluewater Photo
Trip overview
Trip Overview
Nestled between the renowned diving havens of Lembeh and Raja Ampat, Halmahera stands as a hidden gem in the well-traveled waters of Indonesia. This remote and pristine destination boasts the best of both worlds: the vibrant, healthy reefs reminiscent of Raja Ampat and the unique critters that make Lembeh famous, all without the overwhelming number of boats and divers.
Diving in Halmahera offers an unparalleled experience of exploration and discovery. Here, you can immerse yourself in lush coral gardens teeming with life, encounter majestic pelagic species, and marvel at the intricate beauty of macro marine creatures. With fewer crowds, Halmahera provides a more intimate and peaceful underwater adventure, making it a must-visit destination for avid divers seeking the untouched beauty of Indonesia's marine biodiversity.
Marine Life
On this trip, you can expect to see an abundance of small and medium reef life including barracudas, surgeonfishes, bumphead parrotfish, trevallies, and giant trevallies, spadefish, Napoleon wrasse, tunas, bonitos, manta rays, and mobula rays.
There is also some excellent muck diving with highlights including pygmy seahorse, frogfish, leaf fish, and scorpionfish.
All this to a backdrop of black coral forests, gorgonian fields, soft corals, and so much more...
Trip Itinerary
- Day 1 - Ternate (Check In)
- Day 2 - Goraichi / 3-4 Dives
- Day 3 - Lilai / 3-4 Dives
- Day 4 - Saleh / 3-4 Dives
- Day 5 - Kusu / 3-4 Dives
- Day 6 - Proco / 3-4 Dives
- Day 7 - North Bacan & Tolimago / 3-4 Dives
- Day 8 - Goraichi / 3-4 Dives
- Day 9 - Tidore / 1 Dive
- Day 10 - Ternate (Check Out)
Diving Conditions
- Water temperature: 80 - 86F (27C - 30C)
- Visibility: Generally very good, with clear water
- Currents: Some dive sites have consistent currents but Wallacea Cruises is very experienced and ensures that all dives are safe
Trip Inclusions
Accommodation in a double-bed or twin-bed cabin
Full board including all soft drinks, coffee, tea
3 daily guided dives plus night dives, depending on the itinerary
80 cf tank (12 liters), and weights
Transfer from the airport to the boat and back to the nearest airport
Nitrox fills for certified nitrox divers
Trip Exclusions
International and domestic flights and transit hotel
Harbor and Park Fees (150 euros, cash onboard - subject to change)
Diving and snorkeling gear
Scuba diving courses
100 cf tank (15 liters) (75 euros per cruise - subject to change)
Laundry, massage service on board, use of a satellite phone
Crew gratuities (5%-10% of the cruise rate suggested)
Cancellation and (mandatory) Dive Insurances - ask us about our preferred partner plan
Beer, wine, and alcoholic beverages (you can BYOB)
Accommodation
About The MV Ambai
The MV Ambai is a liveaboard of choice for underwater photographers with its large dive deck, dedicated camera room and a large screen TV in the lounge. A part of the esteemed, Wallacea Cruises, guests aboard the Ambai know they're in for a trip of comfort and style.
The MV Ambai has 8 cabins accommodating 16 passengers. All cabins have individually controlled A/C units and private ensuite bathrooms. Room options include bunk and double-bed cabins.
Lower Deck Cabin (L) &Sea View Cabin (R)
Upper Deck (LEFT) & Front Sun Deck (RIGHT)
>Restaurant (LEFT) & Main Deck Lounge (RIGHT)
Deck Plan
Trip Price
Trip starts from $4,905 per person.
Ambai Lower Deck Cabin (Aug 20 - 29)
Air Conditioning (AC)
En Suite Bathroom
Camera Room
Nitrox
Double-occupancy
$4,905
per person
Ambai Upper Deck Cabin (Aug 20 - 29)
Air Conditioning (AC)
En Suite Bathroom
Camera Room
Nitrox
Double-occupancy
$5,085
per person
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Ambai Lower Deck Cabin (Sep 1 - 10)
Air Conditioning (AC)
En Suite Bathroom
Camera Room
Nitrox
Double-occupancy
$4,905
per person
Ambai Upper Deck Cabin (Sep 1 -10)
Air Conditioning (AC)
En Suite Bathroom
Camera Room
Nitrox
Double-occupancy
$5,085
per person
Payment Schedule
- Deposit: $1,000 to book your spot
- Payment 2: $2,000 due 15 October 2026
- Balance: due 15 February 2027
Extend your trip
Trip Leader
Tim Yeo
Tim grew up in tiny Singapore, where driving for more than an hour meant you would need a passport. Traveling was always his passion, but Tim became addicted to dive travel soon after he got scuba certified in Malaysia. As his diving addiction grew, Tim eventually became a Staff Instructor with PADI and an Instructor Trainer with SDI. After getting his instructor certification, Tim spent time teaching scuba in Malaysia and Vietnam.
Tim serves as General Manager and COO at Bluewater Travel and is the company's most seasoned trip leader. With a portfolio of leading over 30 group trips, his extensive expertise encompasses a variety of popular dive destinations such as the Galapagos, Raja Ampat, French Polynesia, Fiji, the Red Sea, Palau, Maldives, among others. His travels have taken him across all seven continents and allowed him to dive in all five oceans—the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, Arctic, and Antarctic.
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