Queeen scuba
is a 28-meters long and just over 7-meters wide, twin-engine steel hull motor boat with the highest safety standards on board.
MV Queen Scuba was established in the year 2003 has been operating in the Similan islands in Thailand from November to May each year providing the best diving in Thailand and from June to Novembr in the Komodo marine park in Indonesia.
Catering to 21 guests in 8 cabins (1 Master, 5 Vip, 1 standard double, 1 srandard triple and 1 standard quad share). Our large vessel has plenty of space for relaxing in between dives in the air-conditioned
saloon, the outdoor dining area, as well as the large sundeck. The large dive platform
ensures no one feels crowded when preparing for the next dive. Queen Scuba also offers our guests one of the largest dive platforms in the South East Asia. It consists of a very wide and spacious kitting-up area on two levels, a separate entry/exit platform, 2 exit ladders with 2 fresh water showers to rinse yourself or your equipment after your dives. You will also find 2 large buckets with fresh water for rinsing cameras, dive computers and torches. Queen Scuba has a fill in place air station with 2 compressors. After each dive, we will refill your cylinder at your station without removing your gear so there is no unnecessary moving around. You just put all your equipment together on the first day, and for the rest of the trip relax . Queen Scuba also carries a Nitrox membrane system onboard; we can fill cylinders with a mixture up to 32% Oxygen. Our PADI Dive Staff are certified gas blenders.
If you are not certified as a Nitrox Diver, we are happy to answer any questions or help explain the benefits of this kind of diving. Queen Scuba is a PADI Dive Center that offers the Enriched Air (Nitrox)Diver course, Advanced Open Water course and many specialties.
Our Chef is very experienced and well known for her cooking in the Phuket area. She will create delicious cuisine from Traditional Thai food to mouthwatering western courses. Fresh seasonal fruits and
snacks are served throughout the day. On the first night, we will serve a welcome dinner before leaving for the Similan Islands. In the mornings before diving there will be croissants, cake, toast, fruit, coffee, and tea. After the first dive, a full American Style Breakfast will be served with eggs, bacon, beans, potatoes, sausage and more. Lunch and Dinner will be either delicious Thai dishes or western dishes all meals served Buffet-style in the sitting area of the main deck.
We can cater to all dietary requirements, please send us your requirements in advance
Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, water, sweets, fruits, yogurt, biscuits, juices, and soft drinks served free of charge.
Last minute deals : up to 20% discount for early bird bookings on our Komodo and Thailand liveaboard trips
Diving in Komodo is not a new idea but recently it's being recognised as a premier destination due to the awesome variety of diving to be had. Crystal clear water and dive sites where you never see another diver provide a little something for everyone whether it's macro or massive you love. One day you can be crawling along the bottom looking at pygmy seahorses, frogfish and unusual nudibranch and the next you are in the big blue on an open water pinnacle as the mantas fly by, the sharks circle and the dolphins hunt and the next day diving a live volcano!! For sheer variety there is no better place on earth. Diving in Komodo is one of the few places left in the world where sharks are not rare and down south is one of the places where manta rays have their legendary aggregations, meaning they are here in the area in their hundreds!!!
Starting from Bali, Bima or Komodo you cruise in luxury diving the small islands north of Sumbawa, Gili Banta, Gili Lawalaut, Sangeang volcano, and of course Komodo experie
ncing the best of the Lesser Sunda islands.
(Komodo diving photos )
One of the highlights of these trips is the rare opportunity to walk with the lengendary Komodo dragons. These truly awesome beasts can reach 3 metres plus and can reportedly run at 20km an hour chasing their prey. It's the icing on the cake, Stunning diving and one of the world's last surviving dinosaur descendants all one amazing package.
This is truly the trip of a lifetime.
Revel in a magestic array of superb natural attractions - unspoiled coral gardens, volcanic landscapes and unexplored turquoise cays. Straddling the equator, Indonesia is a tropical island paradise made up of 14,000 islands, many of which are noted as world-class diving destinations. The stunning natural wealth of this archipelago, even when considering itsindividual attractions, is enough to make most other travel spots green with envy. If you are looking for an idyllic tropical setting with great diving right at your doorstep and unforgettable natural wonders, a trip to Indonesia is a must.
Even though there is no way for this website to touch on all that Indonesia has to offer, here is a brief glimpse at some of the highlights
There is truly something for everyone. Indonesia can rightfully boast of landscapes consisting of palm-fringed tropical islands, heavenly white-sand beaches, majestic wildernesses, towering mountains, an impressive chain of volcanoes and the world’s best underwater spots.
For those with an itch to explore, you can search for the legendary "Komodo Dragon" on the island of the same name, explore the lush habitat of the "Bird of Paradise", enjoy kayaking and bird watching in the coastal mangroves or trek through superb national parks. The Cenderawasih natural reserve offers both iridescent corals underwater and great trekking opportunities as parts of visits to fascinating traditional villages.
But if your idea of a holiday is pure relaxation, you can also just relish the wonderful warmth of the sun on the legendary beaches on Bali after a drift dive through exquisite coral gardens. Nusa Tengara and North Sulawesi are famed for their underwater landscapes and the breathtaking beauty of the remote Maluku Islands can be enjoyed from our beautiful sundeck.
And, of course, for those happiest in the underwater realm, you will not be disappointed! The uniqueness of West Papua, a largely ignored region which is home to the world’s highest and most species-rich island, will leave you with fantastic memories to last a lifetime. The reefs and beaches of the Togean Islands provide spectacular diving amidst a perfect tropical island setting. Komodo of course is considered the quintessential dive destination but you shouldn't overlook the opportunity to discover the natural marine richness and the unusual rarity of places like the Raja Ampat Archipelago, which has been called a "Lost World", a jewel both on land and at sea.
And this is only a brief glimpse at the country's charms! Indonesia still has many areas waiting to be discovered. Come join us in our explorations of the hundreds of untouched islands surrounded by enchanting coral reefs that await you!
The marvelously rich culture of Indonesia boasts a unique and remarkable assortment of cultural traditions, vibrant arts and many individual ethnic groups.
The rugged mountainous terrain and the fact that the country is made up of many islands, many of which remained isolated from each other, resulted in groups of people with distinct traditions and an extraordinarily diverse differentiation of languages and cultures across the archipelago.
The islanders did not in fact become "Indonesians" until 1945, when a line was drawn to incorporate the former Dutch East Indies, a group of islands bringing together an astonishingly varied collection of peoples.
Examples of this heterogeneous development can be seen in the fascinating temple complexes of Borobudur and Prambanam, or during a visit to Sumba, home to some of the most traditional cultures in East Indonesia, where you can see spectacular ikat and massive megalithic tombs. You can also visit centers of contemporary art and culture on Bali, or discover South Sulawesi and the area of Toraja, where elaborate funeral rites are a central part of their society. To experience a living example of Indonesia's rich culture, visit the Minangkabau region of West Sumutra, known for its architecture, and where music and dance thrive. Is it any surprise then that "Unity in diversity" is Indonesia's national motto - Photos of Raja Ampat diving - Komodo diving photos
Labuan Bajo - Komodo - Labuan Bajo 6 Days / 5 Nights (16 Dives)
Day/Night
Description
Dives
Day 1
Arrive Labuan Bajo Airport 13:30, transfer to Queen Scuba . We will embark to the Komodo National Park where we will have our first dive at approximately 16:00. The first dive will be in the northern Komodo area around Sebayor Kecil with a nice relaxing reef dive. This will allow everyone to get comfortable back in the water with nice calm conditions. Our second dive will be a night dive in a bay with nice calm waters.
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Day 2
The second day near Gili Lawa Laut Island just north of Komodo Island is filled with some great pelagic action. White tip and grey reef sharks, schools of giant trevally, tuna, and much more, Be prepared for some strong current on these dives as this is where the big stuff lives. We may choose to do four dives in this area or move on to another great night dive on the east side of Komodo Island .
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Day 3
Manta Alley , the name says it all. On the southern tip of Komodo we will be in cold water, anywhere between 20 to 25 degrees. In this area we hope to spend two or three dives with Manta Rays, bumbhead parrotfish, turtles and on the very rarest of dives we have seen Mola Mola in this area. For our night dive we will head over to Nusa Kode on the southern side of Rinca Island for one of our favorite night dives of the whole trip
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4
Day 4
This day is devoted to the macro life and stunning reefs around Nusa Kode and Rinca Islands . These four dives can provide sightings of frogfish, pygmy seahorses, zebra crabs, orangutan crabs, pipefish, nudis and much much more. These dives will be in colder water again but with all the life in this area you will hardly notice the temperature. You will be amazed as the wildlife passes by, dragons on the beach, monkeys, deer and wild pigs full of activity along the shore.
4
Day 5
We have two dives around Padar Island with more beautiful corals and amazing macro life. Then in the afternoon we will make our Dragon walk to see the famous Komodo Dragons. The trek will take approximately one hour with a couple small hills as we come across some spectacular scenery and the chance to take some great photos.
2
Day 6
After another delicious breakfast we will disembark at approximately 9:00 am at Labuan Bajo .
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TOTAL DIVES: 16
Labuan Bajo - Komodo - Bali 8 Days / 7 Nights (22 Dives)
Day/Night
Description
Dives
Day 1
Arrive Labuan Bajo Airport 13:30, transfer to Queen Scuba . We will embark to the Komodo National Park where we will have our first dive at approximately 16:00. The first dive will be in the northern Komodo area around Sebayor Kecil with a nice relaxing reef dive. This will allow everyone to get comfortable back in the water with nice calm conditions. Our second dive will be a night dive in a bay with nice calm waters.
2
Day 2
The second day near Gili Lawa Laut Island just north of Komodo Island is filled with some great pelagic action. White tip and grey reef sharks, schools of giant trevally, tuna, and much more, Be prepared for some strong current on these dives as this is where the big stuff lives. We may choose to do four dives in this area or move on to another great night dive on the east side of Komodo Island .
4
Day 3
We will start the day with a nice trek on Komodo Island looking for the world famous Komodo Dragons. The trek will take approximately one hour with a couple small hills as we come across some spectacular scenery and the chance to take some great photos. We will continue the day with three dives around Padar Island with some colder water where the macro life and amazing reefs will provide some incredible memories.
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Day 4
This day is devoted to the macro life and stunning reefs around Nusa Kode and Rinca Islands . With three day dives and one night dive we will look for frogfish, pygmy seahorses, zebra crabs, orangutan crabs, pipefish, nudis and much much more. These dives will be in colder water again but with all the life in this area you will hardly notice the temperature. You will be amazed as the wildlife passes by, dragons on the beach, monkeys, deer and wild pigs full of activity along the shore.
4
Day 5
Manta Alley , the name says it all. On the southern tip of Komodo we will be in cold water, anywhere between 20 to 25 degrees. In this area we hope to spend two or three dives with Manta Rays, bumbhead parrotfish, turtles and on the very rarest of dives we have seen Mola Mola in this area, then up north to Gili Banta for a nice warm water night dive in the bay.
4
Day 6
Three dives around the volcanic Island of Sangeang , surrounded by black sand that gives an entirely different feel to the trip. Definitely a day for the macro lovers with rare nudi species, Pygmies and the chance to see underwater hot springs and the diverse life that thrives in the area. After a day of diving we will make a relaxing sail overnight to Sumbawa Island .
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Day 7
The first dive is around Sumbawa Island with more incredible macro life, seahorses, wuderpuss, cowfish, frogfish, pipefish, snake eels and more. Off to Moyo Island for our last dive of the trip along a crystal clear reef with schools of fish and amazing coral life, then a nice afternoon and evening as we make our way back to Bali.
2
Day 8
After breakfast we will disembark at approximately 9:00 am at the Port of Benoa then transport you to your resort or airport.
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TOTAL DIVES: 22
Bali - Komodo - Labuan Bajo 8 Days / 7 Nights (22 Dives)
Day/Night
Description
Dives
Day 1
Evening of Departure: Check-in on board MV Queen Scuba between 14:00-16:00 hours. We will show you to your cabin and start to set up equipment. Then we will introduce the staff, provide a boat & safety briefing followed by dinner. From here it's sweet dreams as we cruise into the sunset on our overnight journey to Moyo Island , north west Sumbawa .
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Day 2
Moyo Island will be our first stop, diving a couple of the best sites Angel Reef and Panjang Reef , then we head south toward Satonda Island for a couple more dives. As we prepare for the first night dive you may have the chance to see the bats of Satonda take flight into the sunset. After a great dive you will be greeted with a hot towel on the dive platform and then another delicious dinner as we cruise overnight to Sangeang Island , off the north coast of Sumbawa .
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Day 3
Three dives around the volcanic Island of Sangeang , surrounded by black sand that gives an entirely different feel to the trip. Definitely a day for the macro lovers with rare nudi species, Pygmies and the chance to see underwater hot springs and the diverse life that thrives in the area, then to Gili Banta for a night dive.
4
Day 4
Manta Alley , the name says it all. On the southern tip of Komodo we will be in cold water, anywhere between 20 to 25 degrees. In this area we hope to spend two or three dives with Manta Rays, bum head parrotfish, turtles and on the very rarest of dives we have seen Mola Mola in this area. For our night dive we will head over to Nusa Kode on the southern side of Rinca Island for one of our favorite night dives of the whole trip
.
4
Day 5
This day is devoted to the macro life and stunning reefs around Nusa Kode and Rinca Islands . These four dives can provide sightings of frogfish, pygmy seahorses, zebra crabs, orangutan crabs, pipefish, nudis and much much more. These dives will be in colder water again but with all the life in this area you will hardly notice the temperature. You will be amazed as the wildlife passes by, dragons on the beach, monkeys, deer and wild pigs full of activity along the shore.
4
Day 6
Gili Lawa Laut Island just north of Komodo Island is filled with some great pelagic action. White tip and grey reef sharks, schools of giant trevally, tuna, and much more, Be prepared for some strong current on these dives as this is where the big stuff lives. We may choose to do four dives in this area or move on to another great night dive along the east side of Komodo Island .
4
Day 7
We will start the day with two dives around Current City with Batu Bolong or Tatawa Kecil and the afternoon trekking on Komodo Island looking for the Komodo Dragons. The trek will take approximately one hour with a couple small hills as we come across some spectacular scenery and the chance to take some great photos.
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Day 8
At breakfast you think about the past week, the diving, the food, the new friends and when you can come back! Transfers ashore are at 9am to continue your vacation…or its time
to head home to start planning your next QueenScuba cruise !
The Master Cabin & VIP Cabins are all located on the main deck, the Standard Cabins are located on the lower deck each with bunk bed style accommodations offering en-suite bathroom, hard wood floors and ample lighting. The Master Cabin offers an incredibly spacious room with a king size bed, entertainment system, refrigerator, en-suite bathroom, hard wood floors and beautiful views. The VIP cabins offer a spacious room with double beds, en-suite bathroom, hard wood floors, and large windows to enjoy the views.
There are 5 different categories of cabins with a total of 9 cabins, all with en-suite bathroom with hot water shower and centrally controlled air-conditioning.
1 Master Cabin (1 King size bed) with 8 panoramic windows, fridge, mini bar & TV/DVD system.
5 VIP Cabins (3 Double bed rooms + 2 Twin bed rooms) all with large windows.
1 Standard Twin Cabin (2 Single bunk beds / twin share) this cabin has a small porthole window.
1 Standard Triple Cabin (3 Single bunk beds / triple share) this cabin has a small porthole window
1 Standard Quad Cabin (4 Single bunk beds / quad share) this cabin has a small porthole window
All cabins also have:
Wardrobes to store your clothes during the trip
70 X 200 cm beds included bedding set
Twin-prong socket at 220 volts main outlet 24 hours per day
Bath room set – Towels, Shampoo, Soap, Shower Gel, Skin Lotion
Bali-Labuan Bajo Trips & Labuan Bajo-Bali Trips (8 Days & 7 Nights / 22 Dives)
All prices are per person based on a double / twin share basis.
Prices are per person
Accommodation / Cabins
Price (Euros)
Master Cabin (Double bed)
1 Cabin with King size double bed
E 1,920
VIP Cabin (Double & TWN bed)
3 DBL bed & 2 TWN bed Cabins
E 1,595
Standard Twin Cabin
1 Cabin with 2 single bunk beds
E1,450
Standard Triple Cabin
1 Cabin with 3 single bunk beds
E 1,395
Full Boat Charter (17 pax)
1 berth in Standard triple cabin FOC
3,640 Euros per night
Labuan Bajo-Labuan Bajo Trips (6 Days & 5 Nights / 16 Dives)
Prices are per person
Accommodation / Cabins
Price (Euros)
Master Cabin (Double bed)
1 Cabin with King size double bed
E 1,445
VIP Cabin (Double & TWN bed)
3 DBL bed & 2 TWN bed Cabins
E 1,305
Standard Twin Cabin
1 Cabin with 2 single bunk beds
E1,215
Standard Triple Cabin
1 Cabin with 3 single bunk beds
E 1,165
Full Boat Charter (17 pax)
1 berth in Standard triple cabin FOC
4,140 Euros per night
Please dont forget to include the marine park fee of E60 / $90 for Komodo that is payable on board the boat
Single supplement for a guaranteed single occupancy cabin is +90%
Non- diver rate is 90% of the above rates
Please don't forget to check out our deals page for our the best prices and last minute cheap Komodo liveaboard trips
Included in the price
Full accommodation on board (With Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
All soft drinks, drinking water, coffee, tea & yoghurt
Fresh fruits & snacks
Bali-Labuan Bajo Trips include a return flight from Labuan Bajo to Bali.
Labuan Bajo-Bali Trips include a flight from Bali-Labuan Bajo.
Labuan Bajo-Labuan Bajo Trips include return flight to/from Bali.
12 Litre Alum Cylinders, Weights & Weight Belt
PADI Professional Dive Guide
All dives during your trip
Towels, Shampoo, Shower Gel & Lotion
Transfers on the departure and arrival dates to and from the boat on the south of Bali (Airport, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Kuta Beach, Seminyak, Benoa, Sanur Beach)
Not included in the price
Flights
Nitrox - E6 per tank
National Marine Park Fee (Please pay cash in Thai Baht on board)
Personal insurance
Alcoholic drinks and cigarettes
Equipment rental (Full set)
Computer rental
PADI Continuing Education Courses
15 Litre Steel Cylinders
12 Litre Cylinders fill up with NITROX
Transfers outside Phuket island or the south of Bali
Children Rate
For safety reasons and the comfort of all passengers on board, children under the age of 10
years will be allowed only by special prior arrangement. Young/Small children who sleep in
same bed as parent can come onboard with 105 Euros charge. Children requiring their own
bed will be charged at the normal non-diver rate. Children that are 10 years + and are
certified divers will be charged at the regular diver price.
Insurance (for Travel and Diving)
We strongly recommend that each guest purchase comprehensive accident, medical,
baggage and trip cancellation / interruption insurance, once your space is reserved
Please be advised that if guests choose NOT to purchase their own trip insurance, we will not
be responsible for any financial disappointment caused by reasons beyond our control.
We highly recommend Diving Insurance! www.dan.com
Dive equipment rental and course charges
Full set
(Mask, Fins, Snorkel, BCD, Shorty-Wetsuit, Regulator with Alt Air Source & Gauges)
E 15 Per day
BCD
E 6 Per day
Regulator
E 6 Per day
Wetsuit 3mm shorty
E 5 Per day
Mask
E 4 Per day
Fins - full foot (no booties)
E 4 Per day
Dive computer
E 11 Per day
15L tank
E 8 Per day
Nitrox - please book in advance
E 6 Per tank
Dive course
Adventure diver - 3 dives
E 168
Advanced open water - 5 dives
E 168
EAN - Nitrox course - 2 dives
E 168
Deep and underwater photographer specialities - 2 dives
Camera rental not included
E 168
Night, deep, Boyancy control and multilevel - 1 dive
E26
Upon booking your deposit payment of 30% of the total cost of your trip is required within 7 days to secure you booking. The final payment is due 60 days before departure.
Deposits and Payments - Individual bookings
Deposit
30% within 7 days of booking
Final Payment
60 days prior to departure
Last Minute Bookings
100% payment within 48 hours of booking
Cancellations:
More than 60 days prior to departure:
Deposit lost
Less than 60 days prior departure:
No Refund
Deposits and Payments - Full Boat Charter or Group Bookings (8 pax or more)
Deposit
10% within 7 days of booking
Next Payment
+25% 120 days prior to departure
Final Payment
65% 60 days prior to departure
Last Minute Bookings
100% payment within 48 hours of booking
Cancellations:
More than 120 days prior to departure:
Deposit lost
Less than 120 to 60 days prior to departure:
35% lost
Less than 60 days prior departure:
No Refund
Cancellations: Queeen scuba reserves the right to cancel any trip if there are less than the equivalent of 4 deluxe cabin guests. Queeen scuba will do their utmost to transfer the guest to a vessel they deem to be of equal or better standard. Alternatively, we may ask the guest to transfer to the date before/after the cruise In the event none of these options are possible, we will offer a full refund (allow maximum 1 week processing time)
Queeen scuba do not accept any legal liability for loss or damage to any luggage or dive equipment while being transferred to/from the vessel nor while on board. Queeen scuba will offer any assistance possible to help with any insurance claims for lost or damaged property.
Lastly, Queeen scuba. does not offer refunds in the event of personal injury, airplane delay, mechanical breakdowns, weather, sickness, strikes, war, criminal acts, quarantine, acts of god, if another guest requires immediate evacuation and the vessel must return to port or any other event beyond its actual control. If Queeen scuba cancels the trip prior to departure for any reason , a full refund will be given.
Built in the year 2003 Length 28 m (92 ft)
Beam 7 m (17 ft)
Draft 2.5 m (8 ft)
Two Hino Engines 2 X 510 hp
Two Hino generators each with 50 Kw (220 V + 12 V)
Two Bauer mariner compressors 2 X 190 plum
Enriched Air (Nitrox) available
All cabins complete with 220 volt of Electricity 24 hours a day
Air-conditioning system (Hino)
Water capacity 20000 liters
Fuel capacity 15000 liters
Guest capacity 21 pax
Cruising Speed 9.5 knots
Max. Speed 12 knots
1 Master Cabin with private bathroom
(King size double bed / Air-con / Fridge /Mini bar / TV / DVD)
5 VIP Cabins with private bathroom
(3 Double bed rooms & 2 Twin bed rooms / Air-con)
1 Standard Twin Cabin with private bathroom
(2 x Single Bunk bed / Twin share / Air-con)
1 Standard Triple Cabin with private bathroom
(3 x Single Bunk bed / Triple share / Air-con)
1 Standard Quad Cabin with private bathroom
(4 x Single Bunk bed / Quad share / Air-con)
2 Staff Cabins + Captain’s wheelhouse
60 square meter sun deck area
Large comfortable saloon with air-con
CD / VCD/ MP3 Music system
TV / DVD Player with a library of films
Garmin Global Positioning System (GPS)
Garmin Depth Sounder
VHF Radio
Marine Radio
Radar
Radiotelephone
Mobile telephone
1 Life raft
2 x 4 meter hard-hull inflatable dinghy with a 40hp outboard engine
Full-feature medic first aid box + Emergency First Response instructors on board
Oxygen 50,000 liters — all guides trained oxygen providers
Life jackets in each cabin
8 x floatation life-rings
Fire extinguishers throughout
Emergency evacuation facilities
Affiliated member with the Hyperbaric Chamber in Phuket Dive deck 6 m x 7m Dive platform 2.5 m x 7 m
2 Showers at the stern
2 fresh water cylinders to rinse cameras or torches
12 litres aluminum cylinders with international fittings 15 litres cylinders available for rent, please let us know in advance!
Weights 150 x 1 kg or 2.2 lb Diving equipment (Scuba Pro & Aqua Lung)
MV Queen Scuba Liveaboard – Side view
Upper Deck 1. Sitting area 2. Captain, Wheel House 3. Saloon (Air-con) 4. Dining area 5. Dinghy
I hope to provide as many answers as possible with my Faq and travel advice section for each liveaboard destination but if you find you still have questions, please do not hesitate to email me directly.
Number of Dives/Site selection:
8 days/7 nights itineraries allow for 22 dives.
Our 6 days/5 night
trips allow for 16 dives.
Schedules are subject to weather conditions and security/safety issues.
Dive
site selection detailed in the published itinerary is subject to change by the Captain or Cruise Director
without prior notice. There are numerous fantastic sites in Nusa Tengarra and Komodo and our
objective is to take you to the best of the best !
What diver certification level is needed for diving in Komodo ? :
Everyone is welcome on board, no matter what level your certification. Dive groups and site selection
will be chosen to meet your safety, comfort and diving ability – and is subject to the discretion of the
Cruise Director. If you are up for it, we’ll take you right into it for all the action the site offers ! You
may wish to bring a reef hook for some dive sites.
Dive Guides and Diver Safety:
Our experienced dive crew would be delighted to assist you. Divers
are welcome to dive with their buddy on sites deemed suitable by the Cruise Director. All divers are
required to dive with a dive computer – available for rent on board if you don’t have your
own. Nitrox fills and courses are available on board to enhance your diving safety. Please allow 24
hours between last dive and flying. Guests are requested to show diving certification cards on
checking in and are strongly recommended to have valid dive insurance (Padi, Dan or equivalent).
Departure and Arrival Times:
For Cruises departing from Bali: Guests are required to arrive in
Bali no later than 14:00 hours which will allow us to make our planned 16:00 departure from port.
Final cruise departure time is subject to guest arrival times. Please liaise with Queen Scuba
Liveaboards if your flight times cannot fit this schedule.
For Cruises departing from Labuan Bajo: The domestic flight from Bali to Labuan Bajo will be
between 10:00am and 2:00pm. Guests must allow at least 1 hour for check in for domestic flights.
Once deposit is received, Queen Scuba Liveaboard team will book the domestic flight on your behalf
and advise flight time and also pick up time in Bali. To avoid problems with international flights being
delayed and missing the connecting flight to Labuan Bajo it is best, if possible to arrive the day before
in Bali.
Transfers:
Transfers from/to the airport or hotels in the south are free of charge. From destinations
in central and northern Bali, there is a small charge. Please refer to the price list.
Water Temperature and Wetsuit recommendations:
The Flores Sea with its usually clear blue waters, great visibility has water temperatures of approx 26-
28 degrees (northern dive locations) – a 3-5 mm shorty is okay with most guests comfortable with a
3-5mm long. The Sumba Sea (southern dive locations) has an average temperature of approx 22-24
degrees – the awesome diving let’s you forget about the cooler waters ! Think about a 5mm long
possibly adding a vest or renting a shortly to go over the top if you feel the cold. Hood, gloves and
booties are strongly recommended for these cooler waters.
Equipment on board:
Rental equipment is available on board. Our tanks are 12 litre aluminum and
we have a few 15 litre steel tanks available for rent. Tank valves are international and some DIN
adapters are available on board. Any dive equipment failure or loss will require you to rent a
replacement from Queen Scuba Liveaboards at our published rates. If Queen Scuba Liveaboard
equipment is lost/damaged, full replacement cost will be charged at the discretion of the Cruise
Director. Published equipment prices will be available on board.
Meals:
Our Thai cook is excellent, preparing a variety of Thai, Indonesian and Western dishes.
Please advise any special meal requirements on the guest information form.
Currency:
If possible, please pay all on board costs in Indonesian rupiah. We suggest you
also have some rupiah for souvenir shopping in Komodo, small items etc. The airport’s rate is lower
than the rate you find at most small currency exchanges. Bank rates are low and take a long time.
US$ are accepted in the Komodo National Park but rupiah is preferred. There are several currency
exchange services and ATM machines at the airport and ATM’s at the port.
Luggage and what should I bring:
All luggage will be taken on board. If you have large bags you
do not need on the trip, please arrange to leave at your hotel if possible.
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steel hull motor boat with the highest safety standards on board. 
when preparing for the next dive.
system onboard; we can fill cylinders with a mixture up to 32% Oxygen. Our PADI Dive Staff are certified gas blenders.
awesome variety of diving to be had. Crystal clear water and dive sites where you never see another diver provide a little something for everyone whether it's macro or massive you love. One day you can be crawling along the bottom looking at pygm
y seahorses, frogfish and unusual nudibranch and the next you are in the big blue on an open water pinnacle as the mantas fly by, the sharks circle and the dolphins hunt and the next day diving a live volcano!! For sheer variety there is no better place on earth. 
down south is one of the places where manta rays have their legendary aggregations, meaning they are here in the area in their hundreds!!! 
natural attractions - unspoiled coral gardens, volcanic landscapes and unexplored turquoise cays. Straddling the equator, Indonesia is a tropical island paradise made up of 14,000 islands, many of which are noted as world-class diving destinations. 
The stunning natural wealth of this archipelago, even when considering itsindividual attractions, is enough to make most other travel spots green with envy. If you are looking for an idyllic tropical setting with great diving right at your doorstep and unforgettable natural wonders, a trip to Indonesia is a must.
Even though there is no way for this website to touch on all that Indonesia has to offer, here is a brief glimpse at some of the highlights
There is truly something for everyone. Indonesia can rightfully boast of landscapes consisting of palm-fringed tropical islands, heavenly white-sand beaches, majestic wildernesses, towering mountains, an impressive chain of volcanoes and the world’s 
best underwater spots.
but you shouldn't overlook the opportunity to discover the natural marine richness and the unusual rarity of places like the Raja Ampat Archipelago, which has been called a "Lost World", a jewel both on land and at sea.
islands surrounded by enchanting coral reefs that await you!
traditions and an extraordinarily diverse differentiation of languages and cultures across the archipelago. 
and Prambanam, or during a visit to Sumba, home to some of the most traditional cultures in East Indonesia, where you can see spectacular ikat and massive megalithic tombs. You can also visit centers of contemporary art and culture on Bali, or discover South Sulawesi and the area of Toraja, where elaborate funeral rites are a central part of their society. To experience a living example of Indonesia's rich culture, visit the Minangkabau region of West Sumutra, known for its architecture, and where music and dance thrive. Is it any surprise then that "Unity in diversity" is Indonesia's national motto - Photos of Raja Ampat diving - Komodo diving photos
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