Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Great and comfortable. We were on cheng ho from 22-27th April 2018. the crew on the boat are very hardworking and amazing in making sure our comfort is taken care of. DM bawa, Junko and dika are great in taking care of our safety and making sure we see what we need to see at the dive sites. Especially DM wayan sumardika, very professional and hardworking in finding all the macro. Was really happy to take so many macro shots! Thank you cheng ho!”
Recommended for: the crew, the boat, dive sites.
Customer Review By Katherine G, from: Hong Kong scored the Cheng Ho Liveaboard 9.2 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 17 reviews and information click here: Cheng Ho Liveaboard .
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Cheng Ho Liveaboard Boat Features
The Cheng Ho Liveaboard scores 37% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for boat features, as it has 6 of 16 total boat features (see below). The Cheng Ho Liveaboard has WIFI internet onboard, which does incurr an additional charge, but it will mean you can stay up-to-date with your emails and social media whilst on your dive trip. In addition, it has a sun deck for those who love to sunbathe after each dive and to build that sun tan.
- • Audio & video entertainment
- • Available for charter
- • Charging stations
- • Indoor saloon
- • Sun deck
- • WIFI Internet (Paid)
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The boat features that are not found on the Cheng Ho Liveaboard include the following: Air conditioned saloon, Boutique / Souvenir Shop, Budget friendly, Dedicated Local Crew, Dedicated local & international crew, Family Friendly Cruise, Leisure deck, Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio, Observation deck, Smart Voyager accreditation.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Beach towels
- • Deck towels
- • Fuel surcharge
- • Port fees
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Cheng Ho Liveaboard Cabin Features
The Cheng Ho Liveaboard scores 54% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for cabin features, as it has 6 of 11 total cabin features (see below). The Cheng Ho Liveaboard includes seaview cabins so you wake up to an ocean view. In addition, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board.
Cabin Types Available
- 6 Double Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- 2 Single Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- 6 Twin Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- • Aircon cabins
- • Daily housekeeping
- • En-suite bathrooms
- • Laundry service
- • Non-smoking rooms
- • Seaview cabins
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The cabin features that are not found on the Cheng Ho Liveaboard include the following: Family cabins, Hair Dryer in Cabin, Rooms with balcony, Safe Box in Cabin, TV in cabins.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Cabin towels
- • Complimentary toiletries
Cheng Ho Liveaboard Diving Features
The Cheng Ho Liveaboard scores 61% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for diving features, as it has 13 of 21 total diving features (see below). The Cheng Ho Liveaboard supports both sidemount and technical diving configurations for advanced divers, plus you can even take technical diving courses, so you can progress your skills at the same time as building your dive experience, which includes Tec 40, Tec 50, Trimix or rebreather onboard the Cheng Ho Liveaboard available as a paid extra. In addition, it was custom built for diving, which means it is ideally suited for scuba divers. What’s more, it has nitrox available as a paid extra so you can extend bottom times if you choose. You’ll also find it offers rebreather support, which makes the Cheng Ho Liveaboard the perfect dive boat if you dive using a rebreather.
- • Camera station
- • Charging stations
- • Custom built for diving
- • DIN adaptors
- • Gear rental
- • Nitrox (Paid)
- • Nitrox course
- • Rebreather support
- • Scuba diving courses
- • Sidemount diving
- • Tech diving
- • Tenders for diving
- • Warm water showers
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The diving features that are not found on the Cheng Ho Liveaboard include the following: Camera room, Outside showers, Separate rinse for u/w camera, Dive deck, Rinse hoses, Shaded diving area, Sidemount diving – Single Tank Only, Underwater scooters.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Diving package
Cheng Ho Liveaboard Food & Dining Features
The Cheng Ho Liveaboard scores 50% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard food & dining features, as it has 7 of 14 total food & dining features (see below). The Cheng Ho Liveaboard offers options for specific dietary requirements; add these in special requests on step 2 of the booking form (limit to religious beliefs or food allergies). It also includes vegetarian and vegan choices on the menu. In addition, it has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
- • Buffet style
- • Dietary requirements
- • Full-board option
- • Snacks all day
- • Vegan options
- • Vegetarian options
- • Western food
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The onboard food features that are not found on the Cheng Ho Liveaboard include the following: Al fresco dining, Beach BBQ, BBQ area, Fine cuisine, Half-board option, Local food, Set menu dinner.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- • Snacks
Cheng Ho Liveaboard Drink & Refreshment Features
The Cheng Ho Liveaboard scores 57% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard drink & refreshment features, as it has 4 of 7 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Cheng Ho Liveaboard has a bar where beer and wine are available to purchase. In addition, it offers a selection of fine wines for purchase onboard. In addition, the cost of your liveaboard includes drinking water and tea & coffee.
- • Bar
- • Beer available
- • Fine wines selection
- • Wine available
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The onboard drink features that are not found on the Cheng Ho Liveaboard include the following: Free soft drinks, Free wine w/dinner, Welcome cocktails.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Drinking water
- • Tea & coffee
Cheng Ho Liveaboard Other Recreational Activities
The Cheng Ho Liveaboard scores 35% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for other recreational activities, as it has 6 of 17 total recreational activity features (see below). The Cheng Ho Liveaboard has kayaks on board for relaxed paddles around calm bays between dives at an extra cost.
- • Kayaks on-board
- • Library
- • Naturalist guide
- • Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
- • Snorkel equipment
- • Stand up paddleboard
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The other onboard activities that are not found on the Cheng Ho Liveaboard include the following: Fishing, Glass bottom boat, Jacuzzi / hot tub, Jet ski, Massage, Naturalist itineraries, Sauna, Spa, Wakeboarding, Water ski, Yoga.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Land excursions
- • Naturalist guide
- • Snorkel Gear
- • Stand-up paddle boards
Cheng Ho Liveaboard Included in the Price
When you book the Cheng Ho dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes everything you need for an amazing dive safari in Indonesia. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving without worrying about additional meal costs.
These inclusions provide excellent value and ensure a hassle-free dive cruise experience. This is everything included in your Cheng Ho Liveaboard booking price.
- ✓ Beach towels
- ✓ Cabin towels
- ✓ Complimentary toiletries
- ✓ Deck towels
- ✓ Diving package
- ✓ Drinking water
- ✓ Fuel surcharge
- ✓ Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- ✓ Land excursions
- ✓ Naturalist guide
- ✓ Port fees
- ✓ Snacks
- ✓ Snorkel Gear
- ✓ Stand-up paddle boards
- ✓ Tea & coffee
- ✓ VAT
Cheng Ho Liveaboard Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Cheng Ho dive charter experience with these optional services and upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox diving allows you to extend your bottom time and enjoy longer dives at the incredible sites around Indonesia.
These optional extras allow you to customize your dive liveaboard experience to suit your preferences and diving goals. This is everything available as optional extras for the Cheng Ho Liveaboard.
- + Alcoholic beverages
- + Gratuities
- + Laundry service
- + Nitrox
- + Nitrox course
- + Private dive guide
- + Rental gear
- + Scuba diving courses
- + Soft drinks
- + WiFi Internet
Cheng Ho Liveaboard Required Paid Extras
Please note that some essential costs are not included in the base price of your Cheng Ho dive cruise and must be paid additionally. Marine park fees are mandatory to support conservation efforts in Indonesia and protect the underwater ecosystems you will be diving.
These required extras help support local marine conservation and dive tourism infrastructure. Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your Cheng Ho Liveaboard dive trip.
- ! National park fees
Vessel Details
- Length: 33.0m (108.3ft)
- Beam: 11.0m (36.1ft)
- Max guests: 24
- Cabins: 14
- Bathrooms: 14
Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Cheng Ho are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
This is the full list of navigation and safety features for the Cheng Ho. Cheng Ho liveaboard scores 70% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 12 out of the 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- • Crew Trained in First Aid
- • Depth Sounder
- • E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- • Emergency Rafts
- • Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- • First Aid Kits
- • GPS
- • Life Vests
- • Oxygen
- • Radar
- • Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- • Satellite & Mobile Phones
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The boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Cheng Ho Liveaboard include the following: Bilge Pump Alarm, Emergency Flares, Engine room CCTV, Fishfinder, Search light.