Why you should choose Gaya Baru Indah:
Small Liveaboard catering to only 8 persons at a reasonable rate. Perfect for a family or small group of friends.
KLM Gaya Baru Indah is a traditional Indonesian Phinisi.
She has a total capacity of 8 guests in 2 double and 2 twin cabins making for a cozy atmosphere perfect for a group of friends / family or people that like to avoid the crowds.
There is plenty of room on deck to find your personal favorite lounging spot. It might be the bowsprit, the foredeck, the sun beds on the main deck or one of the two upper decks.
In the daytime they set up awnings to provide shade and protect you and the decks from the hot tropical sun and at night they remove them to get a good look at the stars.
The cook prepares 3 delicious meals a day plus snacks to make sure you are well fed and have the energy for diving and exploring.
On board they serve a mix of Indonesian and International cuisine and there is a free flow of coffee, tea and drinking water at all times, just help yourself.
Cold soft drinks, beer and wine are available at a reasonable price on board.
Gaya Baru Indah - schedule
Gaya Baru Indah - prices and what's included
Prices are per person per trip and based on 2 persons sharing a cabin.
Exact pricing is available on the schedule here as prices vary dependant on the time of year, destination and the length of the trip and sometimes special offers are available.
The trip price includes :
All dives offered during the trip
Nitrox EAN32 on all dives
Tanks and weights
Dive guides
A bed in a twin or double cabin
Fresh towels and linen
3 meals per day
Snacks, coffee, tea, drinking water
Land excursions as offered
Transfers in the town of departure and arrival to and from the ship
The trip price does not include :
Marine park fees, currently 1,000,000 IDR for Raja Ampat and Triton Bay
Fuel surcharge of 20$ US per day per person for cruises starting after January 1st 2023
Flights
Accommodation on land
Cold soft drinks, beer and wine on the boat
Diving rental gear
Tips for the crew
Dive insurance is mandatory as is your own personal dive computer (You can rent one for the trip if you do not have your own).
As well as the Mandatory Dive Insurance we highly recommend Trip and Travel Insurance on the off chance of missed or cancelled flights / lost baggage, documents, money or passport / Covid issues or any other unforeseen problems that could possibly occur.
Dive Assure Insurance offers cover for all these eventualities as well as complete Dive Insurance all in one package.
Booking and Cancellation Terms and Conditions.
Booking deposit: 30% of your invoice total is required within 7 days of booking to confirm your booking.
Final payment of 70% is due to 90 days prior to the departure date to complete your invoice payment.
Individual bookings made less than 90 days before the departure date will be payable in full upon booking to confirm your booking.
Cancellation at any stage involves forfeit of monies already payed.
Diving Equipment Rentals Per trip
Rental diving gear full set 120 US$ / trip
BC 50 US$ / trip
Regulator 50 US$ / trip
Dive computer (mandatory) 50 US / trip
Wet suit, shorty 3mm 25 US$ / trip
Mask, fins free of charge
Full charter:
Booking deposit:
10% - within 7 days of booking - non-refundable
Second deposit:
20% 180 days prior to departure - non-refundable
Balance due
90 days before departure - non-refundable
Gaya Baru Indah - gallery
Gaya Baru Indah - cabins
To see more photos of the cabins please visit the schedule and click on the cabin name to see the photos of each cabin, availability and price.
There are 4 cabins on the Gaya Baru Indah and these provide room for up to 8 guests in one twin and two double lower deck cabins and one upper deck twin cabin.
All cabins have air conditioning and fans and the hatches and portholes can be opened for ventilation.
3 shared shower rooms on and under deck provide fresh water showers, shampoo and soap
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Upper Deck Twin Cabin
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Lower Deck Double Cabin
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Lower Deck Twin Cabin
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Lounging on the Deck
Panoramic views from the main deck
Lower Deck Double Cabin
There are 2 Lower Deck Double cabins suitable for couples.
All the cabins have air conditioning and fans and the hatches and portholes can be opened for ventilation.
Lower Deck Twin Cabin
There is one Lower Deck Twin cabin suitable for 2 single people in bunk beds.
All the cabins have air conditioning and fans and the hatches and portholes can be opened for ventilation.
Upper Deck Twin Cabin
There is one Upper Deck Twin cabin suitable for 2 single people in bunk beds.
All the cabins have air conditioning and fans and the hatches and portholes can be opened for ventilation.
Gaya Baru Indah - itineraries
Due to the many and varied itineraries we have provided links to the PDF forms for each trip
Raja Ampat 6N
Raja Ampat 9N
Raja Ampat 7N
Raja to Kaimana 10N
Kaimana to Raja 10N
Kaimana to Ambon 9N
Sorong to Ambon 11N
Ambon to Sorong 11N
A typical day on the ship would be similar to this..
6:00 wake up call, coffee, tea and toast
6:30 Dive briefing
7:00 Dive 1
9:00 Breakfast
10:30 Dive briefing
11:00 Dive 2
13:00 Lunch
14:30 Dive briefing
15:00 Dive 3
16:30 Snack
19:00 Dinner
22:00 Bed time / quiet ship
On Gaya Baru Indah the cruises are in the Papua and Malukku provinces of Indonesia which is Raja Ampat, Triton Bay and the Banda Sea.
The cruises last from 7 to 12 days depending on the route and they change the routes frequently, so if you are looking for a long cruise, you can combine 2 cruises and enjoy 2 entirely different journeys.
For example combine Raja Ampat to Triton Bay with Triton Bay to the Banda Sea and enjoy a great adventure for 24 days.
Indonesia´s traffic system is often less than ideal and delays and cancellations can happen all the time.
We find Garuda Indonesia to be the most reliable domestic airline.
We advise to schedule flights for arrival one or several days before the start of the cruise.
We will need your flight numbers and arrival times so you can be picked up from the airport.
If you wish to be picked up from a hotel in the town of the ship's departure, we will need that information to make arrangements for that also.
Guests can check in on the ship between 8:00 and 10:00 on departure day.
Gaya Baru Indah - specs
Length on deck 23m
Width 5.3m
Displacement 56 GT
Engine Mitsubushi 190 HP
2 Gensets, 220V and 380V onboard
220V charging station for electronic devices
Watermaker
Air conditioning in the cabin area
2 dinghies, RIB, 5m, 25 HP outboard engine
2 dive compressors and a nitrox generator. Nitrox EAN32 is free of extra charge on all dives
22 Scuba tanks @ 11.3l/80cft, aluminium, DIN and K-valves (Yoke)
Rental scuba gear is available
The dive guides speak English, German and Korean.
Safety: First Aid kit, 2 liferafts, VHF and SSB radio, radar, GPS, AIS, SART, EPIRB, Oxygen for diving emergencies
Gaya Baru Indah - diving
The shaded dive deck has a u-shaped bench with tank holders for 22 scuba tanks with a choice of DIN and Yoke valves, space for gear underneath, hangers for wetsuits and a rinsing tank for your cameras and torches.
On the Gaya Baru Indah they dive in small groups of no more than 4 divers (2 buddy teams) with a guide.
They offer Nitrox EAN32 on all dives for free. If you are not certified for the use of Nitrox, they also offer the NAUI Nitrox Diver course on board.
The max dive time is 60 minutes or 50 bar.
The max depth is 30 meters. This is in regard to the remoteness of our dive sites.
All dives are done from one of our RIB speedboats. The speedboat stays with the dive group and picks you up at the end of your dive.
On regular diving days we offer 3 dives a day plus a night dive twice a week.
There is reduced or no diving on departure days and when the ship makes a long passage in the daytime.
In general we offer no dives on arrival day.
On 7D/6N cruises we plan for 18 dives.
On 10D/9N cruises we plan for 27 dives.
On 12D/11N cruises we plan for 30 dives.
We offer land excursions depending on our guests` request and opportunity.
Please note that all itineraries and dive sites are subject to various unpredictable changes, including weather changes and changes in local and national government approval. We will make every effort to select the best available sites on all cruises.
Divers should obey a 24hrs no-flight time between the last dive of the cruise and boarding an aircraft. Plan your continuing voyage accordingly.
A TYPICAL SCHEDULE FOR A CRUISE
Departure Day: We meet you in the morning, you move in to your cabin, arrange your dive gear, do some paperwork, have lunch and we weigh the anchor for a new adventure. Depending on the particular cruise there may be a dive in the afternoon.
2. Day We have 3 dives at 7:00, 11:00 and 15:00
3. Day We have 4 dives at 7:00, 11:00, 15:00 and our first night dive at 19:00
4. Day We have 3 dives at 7:00, 11:00 and 15:00
5. Day We have 4 dives at 7:00, 11:00, 15:00 and our second night dive at 19:00
6. Day We have 3 dives at 7:00, 11:00, and 15:00
7. Arrival Day: We enjoy a leisurely cruise through the islands and return to port at noon.
On longer cruises the additional days are similar to day 2 to 6.
Whay else?
We require you to have
Advanced certification
A minimum of 30 logged dives
Done your last dive no more than 1 year ago
Dive insurance
The minimum age for diving with our team is 16.
Proof of certification is required, please carry your certification card or an electronic equivalent.
We offer a full range of rental diving gear. Please let us know what you need when you make a booking.
We ask every diver to use a personal dive computer on every dive. If you do not own a computer, you are welcome to rent one from us.
We are a conservation minded team and follow a few simple rules
No gloves, no knives, no hunting and no collecting
Do not touch the marine life
Stay clear off the bottom
No penetration on wreck dives
Raja Ampat diving
All our boats run fantastic Raja Ampat liveaboards of varying length visiting all the best places each with their own unique itinerary and features.
They are all different prices dependant on the length of the trip and standard of the liveaboard.
All our liveaboards are for people enthusiastic or serious about their diving but also welcome snorkellers and non-divers who will have their own separate itinerary.
Raja Ampat (or the Four Kings) is an archipelago consisting of the islands of Misoool, Salawati, Batanta, and Wiageo which are surrounded by over 1,500 small islands and cays. Formerly known as Irian Jaya, this area is now part of the newly named West Papua province of Indonesia and is located on the northwest tip of Bird's Head Peninsula, on the island of New Guinea.
Put simply, Raja Ampat could quite possibly be the best diving in the world. It certainly is the world's most bio diverse marine region with more recorded fish, coral and mollusc species than anywhere else on Earth. The variety of marine life can be staggering. Some areas boast enormous schools of fish and regular sightings of sharks, such as wobbegongs. In Mansuar, you may encounter large groups of manta rays and turtles. From the boat and often close to shore you may get the chance to don your snorkelling gear for some unforgettable interaction with resident pods of dolphins or even some passing whales. Other highlights include the innumerable war wrecks, both ships and planes (with new wrecks being discovered constantly).
The reefs of Raja Ampat are just as varied as the marine life. There are vertical walls, reef flats, slopes, sea mounts, mucky mangroves, lagoons and pinnacles. The reefs are in pristine condition with miles of perfect hard corals and many varied colourful species of soft corals. The diving is predominantly drift dives due to the moderate prevalent currents in the area which provide nutrients for the myriad fish and coral. Currents are average to moderate and vary from none to very strong. Visibility is normally very good but can vary and is normally at its best earlier in the day so your pre-breakfast dives are not to be slept through!
This is truly "Frontier Diving". Topside the beautiful islands stretch as far as you can see and are largely uninhabited. At night the lights of local fishing boats twinkle in the dark along the few inhabited shorelines while in more remote areas you may only see a distant spec of light over the entire horizon.
Raja Ampat has a high season from October to May and weirdly enough it is during their rainy season due to the winds in the dry season making parts of the park inaccessable.
The rainy season should not be mis-construed though. It is generally mostly a shower in the late afternoon and evening and most of the time the days are nice, wind is minimal and the skys are generally clear or slightly over cast.
The seas are calmer at this time of the year as the oppposite season has winds that kick up waves and make it very difficult to dive the more exposed sites in the Southern part of Raja Ampat.
The water temperature stays roughly the same around the 27-30 degrees celcius mark all year round.
Recently, due to the popularity of Raja Ampat, a lot of boats have been running trips in the so called low season (May to October) and this is also the dry season and so promotes nicer weather and better visibility but the trade off is that only the northern more sheltered part of the park is accessable due to higher winds and waves but as the area is so vast and there are so many quality dive sites the reports from these northern trips have been glowing so far and there are new dive sites being discovered all the time.
Komodo diving
The Top 10 reasons to go to Komodo:
1. Marine Biodiversity: Komodo National Park is one of the most diverse marine habitats in the world with over 1,000 fish species, 260 species of coral, and a wide variety of macro life.
2. Manta Rays: The waters surrounding Komodo are famous for the presence of manta rays, making it a popular destination for manta ray encounters.
3. Komodo Dragons: Komodo National Park is the only place in the world where you can see the famous Komodo dragons, the world's largest lizards.
4. Vibrant Reefs: The reefs around Komodo are known for their vivid colors and healthy coral growth, with numerous dive sites to explore.
5. Wrecks: There are several sunken World War II-era wrecks in the area that are popular among divers.
6. Current Diving: Komodo is known for its thrilling and challenging currents, which can provide an exciting diving experience for experienced divers.
7. Macro Life: In addition to the larger marine life, Komodo also offers a wealth of macro life for underwater photographers to capture.
8. Drift Diving: The currents around Komodo also provide excellent drift diving opportunities, allowing divers to effortlessly glide over the reefs.
9. Whale Sharks: Although sightings are not as common as manta rays, whale sharks can also be seen in the waters surrounding Komodo.
10. Island Hopping: In addition to the diving, Komodo National Park offers the opportunity to explore and hike the scenic islands, and relax on the beaches in between dives.
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.
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!!!
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.
Covering the best of both worlds, from up close and personal with aggragating mantas to shy pygmy seahorses and rare nudibranches Komodo diving has it all. The beauty of Komodo liveaboard diving is in the balance between the large and small animals. One day you will be in the blue swimming with mantas and sharks and the next swimming along a bubbling volcanic reef covered with venting submerged fumeroles blowing bubbles into the water and hiding one of the worlds best kept secret macro dive sites.
In North Komodo the water temperature is normally 27-29°C. Around Southern Komodo and Rinca Islands the water temperature drops can drop a bit to 22-26°C. A 5mm long suit is advised and hood and booties are strongly recommended for the southern area.
These are some of the top sites that most liveaboards visit.
Angel reef, Moyo, Sumbawa diving
We start our Komodo liveaboard with the first dive of the trip and the check out dive. This dive site doesn't disappoint. A beautiful wall stretching down to 50 metres covered in hard and soft corals very reminiscent of Bunaken in North Sulawesi. Schools of bannerfish and trevally patrol the walls with the occasional reef sharks making an appearance. Ribbon eels hide in crevices and many different nudibranchs crawl over the vast elephant ear sponges that hang from the beautiful soft coral infested wall.
Satonda island bay
A protected bay on Satonda island north of Sumbawa hosts a treasure trove of macro critters, the more we dive here the more we find. The rare Denise pygmy seahorse lives in fans here, frogfish hang out in big barrel sponges and ghost pipefish hide amongst the featherstars that cover the reef slope. In the sandy bottom you can find jawfish with their mouths full of eggs, myriads of anemonefish, mushroom coral pipefish and spearer mantis shrimps.
Sangeang island diving
Sangieng island is a perfectly round volcanic island jutting up from the sea bed. Still active and last blowing in 1996 this well kept secret is one of the world's finest macro dive areas. With diving available all around the island there is not one specific spot but always new ones to be discovered. Bubbles of volcanic gas seep through the sand creating a surreal atmosphere and a warm black sand bottom hosting rare and unusual nudibranch. Pygmy seahorses, frogfish, Pegasus sea moths and carnivorous shells and all common here, this is my personal favourite dive site as every time we dive here there is a surprise in store of something new that is often not in the books - this site is why you go Komodo liveaboard diving.
Gps point - Gili Banta diving
Gps point is an open sea mount prone to strong currents at certain times of the day. This provides prolific hard and soft coral growth that is home to hundreds of different types of reef fish. Loved by sharks, white tip sharks cruise around the whole dive in amongst the hunting giant trevallies and schooling jacks and surgeon fish, an exciting dive.
Takat Toko, Gili Lawalaut diving
This is one of my favourite sites on the Komodo liveaboard itinerary and is very similar to Gps point this site takes it to the next level. Grey reef shark, white tip sharks, occassional dolphins and a literal fish soup created by jacks, surgeonfish, giant trevallies and bannerfish surround this large sea mount as you hang on to the reef edge and watch the action. Again this site is prone to strong currents but we time our dives to hit around slack tide and a little current brings in the big fish. Great pelagic action, my favourite blue water dive.
Lighthouse reef, Gili Lawalaut diving
An adrenalin pounding drift dive along the wall and around the corner under the lighthouse. Sharks, mantas, dolphins are all frequent visitors on the dive with some of the best coral reef top in the area around the corner out of the current at the end of the dive you can hunt for porcelain crabs, cuttlefish and unusual seahorses whilst waiting for the adrenalin to funnel out of your system and your heart rate to return to normal-this is what Komodo liveaboard diving is all about!.
Crystal rock, Gili Lawalaut diving
A stunning soft coral and sea fan covered pinnacle with crystal water clarity this is a great site for those magazine cover wide angle shots. With at least 5 different types of angelfish, 4 types of trigger and butterflyfish everywhere it is a excellent reef fish dive with frequent visits from eagle and manta rays and the resident sleepy hawksbill turtle.
Pink beach, Komodo diving
Colder water and lower vis here due to the huge amounts of organic matter in the water due to the southern currents but this is more than made up for by the astounding life available to see here due to this phenomenon. Normally done as a night dive it also makes a good day dive with everything from white tip sharks to pygmy seahorses; zebra crabs, Coleman shrimp, many coloured frogfish, xeno crabs, Spanish dancers, and unusual nudibranchs are hidden amongst the dense coral growth.
Cannibal rock, Rinca island diving
Colder water than the north but touted by many as one of the worlds best 10 sites, yes I know there seems to be way more than 10 "top 10 sites" but this one really is one if you like macro. Everything is here even the rarest of the rare, the Rhinopias scorpionfish. It's nudi heaven with only the special and the rare getting to appear here, more species than I care to mention along with large and different frogfish mixed in with schools of fish and the resident dopy turtle we do 2 dives here and it's still not enough!! You will love it, I personally adore this dive site.
Torpedo alley, Rinca island diving
Just next to cannibal rock and where the boat moors is a beach that has wild pigs, monkeys and Komodo dragons in the daytime and hosts a myriad of critters in the waters in front if it at night. Named for the large amount of torpedo rays found here, a member of the electric ray family- no touching! They cover the sandy bottom along with loads of nudis obvious on the black sand bottom along with bizarre crabs and octopus.
Manta alley, Komodo diving
In the cooler waters in the south of Komodo there is a bay in which there are a series of pinnacles that seem to be a magnet for aggregating mantas. They are here in their tens, often we come up having seen over 20 different individuals. Often a little shy, their evasive spins and pirouettes makes the watching of them that much more enjoyable.
Takat Makassar, Komodo diving
This is our other manta site. A little bit more of a risk to see them as it is a huge area and we drift along the bottom in about 10 metres but along the way we always run into loads of turtles, napoleon and humphead wrasse, white tip sharks and very very occasionally you will be incredibly lucky and run into the resident dugong that inhabits this area along with scores of mantas as they migrate north.
3 sisters, Padar island diving
A series of underwater pinnacles reaching nearly to the the surface off the coast of Padar island next to Komodo this site constantly springs surprises on you from silvertip sharks and mobular ray schools to marbled rays and rare nudibranchs.
Gaya Baru Indah - faqs
Standard Indonesian FAQS
Please note these are generic FAQs about Indonesia in general and not always boat specific.
If you are unsure about something please ask us to get confirmation.
What documents will I need to show on the boat?
Dive certification cards and dive logbook.
What money will I need?
Most boats accepts payment by Visa or Mastercard, Indonesian Rupiah, Euro or US Dollar. Please be advised that foreign notes should be clean, new and crisp. Indonesian banks and money changers will not accept old notes or notes which are damaged in any way. You can also use your credit or debit card at ATM machines in towns prior to boarding the boat to withdraw Rupiah, which is better should you wish to purchase local souvenirs or for tips. It is advisable to inform your bank or credit card company that you will be visiting Indonesia prior to your departure, as it is not uncommon for the bank to put a block on the card if they suspect it has been misappropriated.
Will there be any opportunities to go ashore during the cruise?
There are many different land excursions which are dependent on the schedule and guest preferences. Some land excursions available are beach visits, village visit and other treks dependant on the area, weather and local conditions.
What if I am prone to sea sickness?
If you are prone to sea sickness we strongly urge you to bring some motion sickness medication.
What is the voltage on the boat?
Voltage in Indonesia is 220-240 V.
If you feel you will need an adaptor please bring one.
What time zone is Indonesia located?
Komodo, Flores, Derawan and Sangalaki, Kaimantan and Sulawesi are 8 hours ahead of GMT. Raja Ampat is covered by Eastern Indonesia Standard Time which is 9 hours ahead of GMT.
Is smoking permitted?
Most boats provide a designated area on the boat is available for smoking.
Smoking is not permitted in any other area for any reason.
What about crew gratuities?
Gratuities for the crew are not included in your trip price. If the crew performs to your expectations, we suggest a gratuity of approximately 5-10% of the published package price per person be considered normal aboard a liveaboard dive boat.
All tips are generally split equally among the boat crew. Personal tipping is frowned upon. Payment of gratuities can be by cash or credit card.
Do I need evacuation/dive insurance?
It is mandatory that each guest purchase comprehensive evacuation and dive accident insurance.
The boat will be operating in extremely remote areas. Emergency evacuations from remote locations can cost in excess of USD $100,000.
We recommend Divers Alert Network (DAN): www.DiversAlertNetwork.org (in USA), www.daneurope.org (in Europe).
Are there any limitations or restrictions on the diving?
You should stay within the limits and standards of your qualifying agency.
All dives should be no- decompression dives. Solo diving is not permitted.
What dive equipment do I need?
Tanks, weights and weight belts are provided onboard. Divers will need to bring BCD, regulator, wetsuit,fins, mask, snorkel and dive light.
Rental equipment is available and will need to be ordered in advance.
What can I expect the water temperature to be and what wetsuit do you recommend?
This is always a difficult question to answer because people have different reactions to temperature.
Typically temperatures range from 25-30C or 80-86F so usually a 3mm suit or even a skin is fine.
The southern waters of Komodo can be colder with 20-25C or 70-75F so a 5mm suit with a hood is recommended.
How do we dive from the boat?
All dives will be made from the tenders. Equipment will be transferred to the tenders and guests will board the tender with only their wetsuit on.
Can I drink alcohol and dive?
No. Drinking alcohol and diving can increase your risk of decompression problems.
You can drink alcohol once your have completed your last dive of the day.
Can I pay by Credit card on board?
For most things yes you can but there is a bank charge of 3%, normal in Indonesia. Please check with us beforehand about this.
Climate:
The average air temperature in the regions you will visit ranges from 25 - 35 Celsius or 77-90 Fahrenheit.
Health and innoculations:
Vaccinations for typhoid, paratyphoid, tetanus, Cholera, Polio, and Hepatitis A are recommended but not mandatory.
Malaria is endemic in many parts of Indonesia, please check with your local Tropical Disease Centre for anti-malaria/diver friendly medication.
You will also need to have been vaccinated from Covid.
Money:
The Indonesian currency is Rupiah. Rates fluctuate enormously, please check with our cruise directors for your cruise exchange rates.
Population and people:
Regarded as the fifth most populous nation in the world, there are approximately 200,000,000 in Indonesia. The majority, around 60% reside on the island of Java.
Religion:
An amazing diversity of religions exists. Predominantly a Muslim nation, islands like Timor, North Sulawesi and Flores are Christian.
Hinduism is found mainly in Bali.
Scattered throughout the region are a variety of other beliefs.
Language:
Bahasa Indonesia, almost identical to Malay is the one national language.
Several local dialects exist in each region as well. English is widely spoken in the more popular tourist destinations such as Bali.
Diving Indonesia
Out of 14,000+ islands in the archipelago, there are a plethora of exclusive dive locations in Indonesia, boasting up to 80% of the worlds species of undersea life. With Indocruises we take you to pristine spots not that known in your average dive travel guide and which are still being explored.
Dive conditions in Indonesia
Diving all year around is possible.
Watertemperature 24°(75°F) to 30°C(86°F) (In the south of Komodo it can drop down to 21-23°C (70-75°F)
Visibility is mostly very good (up to 30m)
Safety Procedures and Emergency Evacuation Information:
There are 6 recompression chambers in Indonesia to treat decompression sickness
Bali: Sanglah General Hospital (in Indonesian language) USUP Sanglah Denpasar JI. Diponegoro, Denpasar 80114 Bali, Indonesia Phone 62-361-227911 through -15 ext. 232 (hyperbaric medical department) Fax 62-361-22426 Run by Dr. Antonius Natasamudra and Dr. Etty Herawati
Manado (Sulawesi): At the Malalayang Hospital (chamber for 3 to 4 persons) Phone: 0811430913 and ask for Dr Jimmy Waleleng (Phone home 860953).
Makassar (Sulawesi): Rumah Sakit Umum Wahidin Sudirohusodo. Contact person: Pak Daniel Address: Jl. Perintis Kemerdekaan Km. 11, Tamalanrea Kampus UNHAS Indonesia TEL:++ 62 - 0411 (584677) , 584675. Said to be for 3 to 4 persons.
Jakarta (Java): Rumah Sakit Angkatan Laut (Navy Hospital) in Jl. Bendungan Hilir No.17, Central Jakarta (see text in italian with some addresses - list of help)
Kalimantan: The Borneo Divers have the only professional recompression chamber located on Sipadan island (Borneo - Malaysia)
Surabaya (Java): Rumah Sakit Angkatan Laut (RSAL) (Military Marine hospital) Jl. Gadung no. 1, SurabayPhone 031-45750 and 41731 (another number given was 031-838153 and fax 031- 837511) Run by Dr Suharsono
Available SAR (search and rescue) contact information:
- SAR Bali : ph 0361 - 751111 Radio : 13545.0
- SAR Lombok : Ph 0370 - 633253 Radio : 13545.0
- SAR Makassar : Ph 0411 - 554111 Radio : 13545.0
- SAR Manado : Ph 0431 - 825986
- SAR Kupang : Ph 0380 - 831111
- SAR Ambon : Ph 0911 - 351111
- SAR Sorong : Ph 0951 - 323816
**Available SAR (search and rescue) contact information:
Medivac facilities from Travira Air www.travira-air.com