30 fully filled tanks supported by 3 Bauer air compressors
3 dinghies with 40 H.P. outboard each
Nitrox is available
Large dive deck
Panunee Yacht is a world-class aluminum steel-hulled motor yacht. She is 42 meters in length and 8 meters in beam. She was just refurbished all interior decoration in every square inches from ceiling to floor since December 2015. Most of furniture, lighting system, camera station, bedding and accessories are all new now.
Dive Overview
You can expect to see anything from tiny pygmy seahorses to giant oceanic Mantas, and manner of life in between in Raja Ampat. Expect forams, cnidarian (includes over 260 species of reef building coral) , sponges, marine mammals (dolphins, whales, and dugongs) , Napoleon wrasse and groupers in Komodo. Napoleon wrasse, giant groupers, dogtooth tuna, mobula rays, whales , dolphins and much more in Banda. And don't miss the abundant coral reef (fringing reef, barrier reef, atoll, patch reef and shallow water reef) in Cenderawasih Bay which is the last of the few remaining pristine reefs in the world.
She accommodates 22 guests in 2 suite cabins, 7 twin deluxe cabins and 2 single deluxe cabins. Each cabin features ample storage and individual climate control.
Main deck: 2 suites cabin + 3 twin deluxe cabins
Lower deck:5 twin deluxe cabins + 2 single deluxe cabins
Food & Drinks
You will enjoy the variety of tasty exotic Thai, Chinese, Japanese and International cuisine by our experienced chef all the day.
Dive Information
Dive Maps
Komodo, Cendrawasih & Banda Dive Maps
Raja Ampat-Misool - 8D/7N Itinerary
Day 1 : (0 dive)
Until 17.00 hrs Guests arrive Sorong airport.
Airport/Hotel pick up to the pier. Check in Panunee.
Welcome & Briefing
Cruising to Raja Ampat
Day 2 : (4 dives)
Three Rocks, Farondi Cave, Farondi Wall
Day 3 : (3 dives)
Magic Mountain , Boo Rock, Boo Window
Day 4 : (4 dives)
Mellisa Garden, My Reef, Hartos Reef
Day 5 : (4 dives)
Manta sandy, Yangefo Channel, Aerborec Jetty
Day 6 : (4 dives)
Sardine Reef, Mikes point, Mioskon Reef, Friwinbonda
Day 7 : (3 dives)
Magic Rock, Cape Kri
Day 8 : (0 dive)
6.00 hrs-8.00 hrs Check out after breakfast.
Transfer to Airport/hotel in Sorong
Raja Ampat-Misool - 9D/8N Itinerary
Day 1 : (0 dive)
Until 17.00 hrs Guests arrive Sorong airport.
Airport/Hotel pick up to the pier
Check in Panunee.
Welcome & Briefing
Cruising to Raja Ampat
Day 2 : (4 dives)
Farondi island, Tree Rock, Farondi Cave, Farondi Wall
Day 3 : (4 dives)
Boo Rock, Boo Window, Nudi Rock, Whale Rock
Day 4 : (3 dives)
Barucuda, Nep Tune, Dunia Kecil
Day 5 : (4 dives)
Melissa Garden, My Reef, Hartos reef, Keruo Dive
Day 6 : (4 dives)
Mikes Point, Sardine Reef, Mioskon island, Friwinbonda
Airport/Hotel pick up to the pier. Check in Panunee.
Welcome & Briefing & Lunch.
Check dive & Night dive around Maumere bay.
Cruising to Tanjung Bacatan
Day 2 : (4 dives)
Tanjung Bacatan, Kawula island and Komba volcano.
Beyond diving experiences, we will watch volcano eruption show at Komba.
Cruising to Alor
Day 3 : (4 dives)
Alor area and cruising overnight to Wetar
Day 4 : (4 dives)
Wetar area then cruising to Nyata , Romang island
Day 5 : (3-4 dives)
Nyata and Kital , Romong island. Cruising to Nila island
Day 6-8 : (4 dives/day, 12 drives maximum)
Banda sea. Hammerhead sharks hunting. The specific dive sites depend on weather condition.
Day 9 : (4 drives)
Manuk island ; the island of sea snake and sea bird. A chance to see Hammerhead sharks as well.
Cruising to Banda Neira ; the Spice island.
Day 10: (4 dives)
Banda Neira, Pohon Miring, Batu Kapal and visiting the historic site on Neira island.
Day 11: (2 dives)
North of Banda Neira, Suanggi or Ai&Run island. Cruising back to Ambon
Day 12: (0 dive)
6.00 hrs-8.00 hrs Check out after breakfast.
Transfer to Airport/hotel in Ambon
Ambon-Banda Sea - 8D/7N Itinerary
Day 1 : (1 dives)
8.00 hrs - 13.00 hrs Guests arrive Ambon airport.
Airport/Hotel pick up to the pier. Check in Panunee.
Welcome & Briefing & Lunch. Check dive in Ambon Bay.
Overnight cruising to Banda Neira; The spice island.
Day 2 : (4 dives)
Diving around Banda Neira.
Suanggi, Batu Kepal, Hatta island.
Overnight cruising to Banda sea
Day 3 -4 : (4 dives/day, 8 dives maximum)
Diving in Banda sea. Hammerhead sharks hunting.
The specific dive sites depend on weather condition.
Day 5 : (4 dives)
Manuk island; the island of sea snake and sea bird.
A chance to see Hammerhead sharks as well.
Cenderawasih - 7D/6N Itinerary
Day 1(2 Dives)
Guests arrive Nabire airport at anytime Airport/Hotel pick up to the pier.
Check in Panunee.
Welcome & Briefing Lunch
2 Dives at Papaya island
Day 2 : (4 dives)
Maniburi , Bagan, Mango Reef
Day 3 : (4 dives)
Batu Tajam island area
Day 4 : (4 dives)
Bagan (Dive with whalesharks)
Day 5 : (4 dives)
Ayayegi, Mutaburi island, Lighting Rock
Day 6 : (3 dives)
Do-Day Reef, Papaya island
Day 7 : (0 dive)
6.00 hrs-8.00 hrs Check out after breakfast.
Transfer to Airport/hotel in Nabire
More information
Practical information
Time Zone
UTC+8 & UTC+9
Local Currency
IDR (Indonesian Rupiah)
Language
English & Indonesian
Electricity
220V
Local Currency
Cash in US Dollar, Indonesian Rupiah or Euro currency
Boat specifications
Year Built: 2006
Type of Engagement: Vessel engaged on near-coastal voyages
Type of Vessel: Passenger Ship
Hull: Aluminium & Steel
Length: 35 M
Breath: 8 M
Draft Design: 3.5 M
Gross Tonnage: 221
Maximum Speed: 15 Knots
Maximum Divers: 22 (excluding 4 dive guides)
Crew Members: 10
Tenders:2 x RIB with Yamaha 40hp
Diesel Tank: 15,000 Litres
Water Tank: 20,000 Litres
Desalination machine: x 2 Total Capacity of fresh water production per day = 8000 Litres
Engine: Twin Hino 750Hp
Gear: x 2 Nikko4-1
Generator: x 3 (100 KWA x 2)
Radar: Yes
GPS: Yes
Sounder: Yes
Satellite navigation: Yes
Communication: VHF, HF, SSB, Satellite phone
Life raft: x 2 (automatic inflate)
Fire extinguishing: Yes
Oxygen: x 2 DAN portable, x 2 DAN Stationery
First Aid Kit: Yes
Emergency Power: Lighting, Ship communication &
Navigation system
Dive support boat (Dinghy): x 3 with 40 HP Yamaha outboard
Air Compressor: x 3
Suite Cabins
The Suite Cabins (Main Deck) provide a spacious and comfortable stay with a double bed, private bathroom, ample storage, and individual climate control.
Twin Deluxe Cabins
The Twin Deluxe Cabins (Main & Lower Decks) feature two twin beds, generous storage space, and individual climate control, with main deck options offering easier access to common areas.
Single Deluxe Cabins
The Single Deluxe Cabins (Lower Deck) offer a private retreat with a single bed, ample storage, and individual climate control, ideal for solo travelers.
Cruising to Banda Neira
Day 6 : (4 dives)
Banda Neira, Pohon Miring, Batu Kapal and visiting the historic site on Neira island
Day 7 : (2 dives)
North of Banda Neira, Suanggi or Ai&Run island.
Cruising back to Ambon.
Day 8 : (0 dive)
6.00 hrs-8.00 hrs Check out after breakfast.
Transfer to Airport/hotel in Ambon.
Ambon-Banda-Raja Ampat - 11/D/10N Itinerary
Day 1 : (1 dives)
8.00 hrs - 13.00 hrs Guests arrive Ambon airport.
Airport/Hotel pick up to the pier. Check in Panunee.
Welcome & Briefing & Lunch.
Check dive in Ambon Bay.
Overnight cruising to Banda Neira; The spice island.
Day 2 : (4 dives)
Diving around Banda Neira. Suanggi, Batu Kepal, Hatta island.
Cruising overnight to Banda Sea
Day 3-4 : (4 dives/ day, maximum 8 dives)
Diving in Banda sea. Hammerhead sharks hunting.
The specific dive sites depend on weather condition.
Day 5 : (4 dives)
Manuk island; the island of sea snake and sea bird.
A chance to see Hammerhead sharks as well.
Cruise to Koon island on the south east tip of Seram island
Day 6 : (4 dives)
Dive at Koon island. Cruising to Misool, South of Raja Ampat
Day 7 : (4 dives) Misool, Raja Ampat
Day 8 : (4 dives)
Misool, Raja Ampat and cruising up north to Dampier strait
Day 9 : (4 dives)
Dampier strait including Manta sandy, Arborek Jetty and visit Arborek; the friendly local papuan village
Day 10 : (2 dives)
Diving around Kri island and cruising back to Sorong
Day 11 : (0 dive)
6.00 hrs-8.00 hrs Check out after breakfast.
Transfer to Airport/hotel in Sorong
Raja Ampat - 7D/6N Itinerary
Day 1 : (0 dive)
Until 17.00 hrs Guests arrive Sorong airport.
Airport/Hotel pick up to the pier. Check in Panunee.
Welcome & Briefing & Lunch.
Cruising to Raja Ampat
Day 2 : (4 dives)
Magnificent coral garden of Melissa. Penemu, Raja Ampat
Day 3 : (4 dives)
Yanggefo island, Citrus ridge, Mayhem ridge, Manta Sandy
Day 4 : (4 dives)
Mansuar Corner, Cape Kri, Sardine reef
Day 5 : (4 dives)
Mike Point, Mioskon, Chicken reef
Day 6 : (2 dives) after 2 dives, cruising back to Sorong