MV Ambai Indonesia Komodo Liveaboard Diving Review
Liveaboard Review Introduction
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Liveaboard Quick ReviewThe MV Ambai Liveaboard is a 32m (105f) Indonesia Komodo diving safari boat for up to 16 guests enjoying 8 cabins and 8 bathrooms. This Indonesia liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.3 out of 10 and is rated 'Superb'.
Liveaboard Review TipsIf you are looking for a superb Indonesian liveaboard diving safari, a great choice is the MV Ambai diving liveaboard. Here's our quick 7 review tips of why you might like to book this Indonesia diving liveaboard boat:
1. Customer RatingThe MV Ambai liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.3 out of 10, and is rated "Superb".
2. Scuba Diving Earth Luxury Rating SummaryDiver Benefits: 9 out of 9, Liveaboard Design: 9 out of 9, Cabin Luxury: 5 out of 7, Onboard Comfort: 7 out of 7, Food Luxury: 9 out of 11, Drink Luxury: 8 out of 9. This makes an average Total Lux Rating of 47 out of 52 (see below under "Liveaboard Luxury Features Review" for more details).
3. Cost Per DayThe Komodo MV Ambai Liveaboard costs from £307 per day ($375/€350)* .
4. ProsA quick list of the main pros of the MV Ambai Liveaboard include: aircon cabins, available for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, flexible booking, diving courses, free internet, free nitrox, scuba gear rental.
5. ConsA quick list of the main cons of the MV Ambai Liveaboard include: none from the main list of pros vs cons.
6. Liveaboard CapacityThe MV Ambai liveaboard is 32 metres (105 feet) long, has 8 cabins and 8 bathrooms, which means it can accommodate up to 16 guests/divers.
7. Booking ItinerariesThe booking itineraries for the MV Ambai Liveaboard include: 10 Days/9 Nights, 11 Days/10 Nights, 12 Days/11 Nights, 13 Days/12 Nights, 15 Days/14 Nights. (But it's worth checking if more diving itineraries have been added or you can book by click here: MV Ambai).
Booking tipsBefore you book and pay for your flights, you first need your itinerary dates confirmed for your liveaboard trip. 8 steps to follow: 1. Select an itinerary; 2. Choose a cabin; 3. Select number of people in your party; 4. Enter your email address and confirm; 5. Your trip will be held by the liveaboard operator until your dates are confirmed. 6. You'll receive a booking confirmation by email allowing you 2-3 days before payment is due; 7. Book your flights to Indonesia; 8. Pay for your MV Ambai liveaboard trip.
Discover MoreTo find out more or book the MV Ambai Liveaboard you can do this here: MV Ambai
* NoteThe above cost per day was correct at the time of producing this article. Also, the exchange rate used for GBP to USD is 1.22 and for GBP to Euro is 1.14. For an up-to-date cost for the MV Ambai Liveaboard, please visit this link: MV Ambai.
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Liveaboard Discounts
Last Minute Liveaboard DealsBefore reading more about the Indonesia MV Ambai liveaboard, please take a moment to check any discounts or last minute deals in the list below. (Note: if no liveaboard discounts are listed below, unfortunately this means there are no current deals or discounts available for the MV Ambai dive boat). Please bookmark this page and check back another time. Alternatively, please check this article here: Discounted Liveaboards Offers & Last Minute Deals.
Latest Liveaboard Diving Discounts Updated
Deal DateDiscountLiveaboard Discount TotalPrice Before DiscountPrice After DiscountTour DaysLiveaboard Discounted Tour
844Liveaboard/View OfferAmbaiDeal Date04/09/2022Discount15%Liveaboard Discount Total£-480Price Before Discount£2,470.00Price After Discount£2,950.00Tour Days11daysLiveaboard Discounted TourDerawan (Tarakan-Tarakan)
843Liveaboard/View OfferAmbaiDeal Date22/08/2022Discount15%Liveaboard Discount Total£-480Price Before Discount£2,468.00Price After Discount£2,948.00Tour Days11daysLiveaboard Discounted TourDerawan (Tarakan-Tarakan)
842Liveaboard/View OfferAmbaiDeal Date10/08/2022Discount15%Liveaboard Discount Total£520Price Before Discount£3,468.00Price After Discount£2,948.00Tour Days11daysLiveaboard Discounted TourDerawan (Tarakan-Tarakan)
841Liveaboard/View OfferAmbaiDeal Date29/07/2022Discount15%Liveaboard Discount Total£520Price Before Discount£3,468.00Price After Discount£2,948.00Tour Days11daysLiveaboard Discounted TourDerawan (Tarakan-Tarakan)
840Liveaboard/View OfferAmbaiDeal Date16/07/2022Discount15%Liveaboard Discount Total£520Price Before Discount£3,468.00Price After Discount£2,948.00Tour Days11daysLiveaboard Discounted TourDerawan (Tarakan-Tarakan)
839Liveaboard/View OfferAmbaiDeal Date05/07/2022Discount15%Liveaboard Discount Total£468Price Before Discount£3,119.00Price After Discount£2,651.00Tour Days10daysLiveaboard Discounted TourDerawan (Tarakan-Tarakan)
838Liveaboard/View OfferAmbaiDeal Date22/06/2022Discount15%Liveaboard Discount Total£572Price Before Discount£3,816.00Price After Discount£3,244.00Tour Days12daysLiveaboard Discounted TourDerawan (Tarakan-Tarakan)
837Liveaboard/View OfferAmbaiDeal Date10/06/2022Discount15%Liveaboard Discount Total£468Price Before Discount£3,119.00Price After Discount£2,651.00Tour Days10daysLiveaboard Discounted TourDerawan (Tarakan-Tarakan)
Last Minute Deals Please NoteMany of these last minute deals have a time limit for when the discount expires, so when you click any of the links the deal may have already expired. Also, certain terms and conditions may apply to your chosen booking or discounted deal, and to find out what T&Cs apply, please click on the 'MV Ambai' liveaboard link above for your chosen last minute deal.
Last Minute Liveaboard Deals & Discounts
Liveaboard DiscountsIf you're looking for a discounted liveaboard trip on the MV Ambai, it's possible to find liveaboard discounts in excess of 25If no discounts appear above, you may find last minute deals in the itinerary section marked as "Xpecial Discount", as per the above image here: MV Ambai.
Liveaboard Diving
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Liveaboard Review Highlights
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Flexible BookingThis liveaboard has flexible booking terms, which means you can book with confidence knowing that this dive boat offers a free trip reschedule within 24 months if you are unable to travel due to Covid19 related restrictions (T & Cs apply).
Nitrox DivingFree nitrox available, which means you benefit from the many advantages of nitrox diving at no extra charge. The benefits include extended bottom times so you can spend longer on each dive.
Dietary Requirements Catered ForThe onboard chefs will cater for specific dietary requirements, e.g. food allergies like gluten or lactose intolerance, and religious beliefs. This means you can enjoy the onboard meals. You are advised to add any dietary requirements to your special requests at step 2 of the booking form, but limit these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.
Diving CoursesThis liveaboard offers diving courses, which means you benefit from being able to advance your diving skills. These training courses are an extra charge.
Scuba Gear RentalYou can rent scuba gear on this dive boat so you benefit from being able travel light and simply rent all your scuba equipment once onboard.
InternetFree WIFI and internet on this liveaboard, so you can get online with your phone or laptop for no extra charge.
Ensuite CabinsCabins on this dive boat benefit from having ensuite bathrooms, so you can shower and get ready in private (Check when booking that the cabin you choose has an ensuite bathroom).
Aircon CabinsEach cabin has air-conditioning, which means you can choose your own cabin temperature for personal comfort and a good nights sleep.
Private CharterThis liveaboard is available for private charter. If you charter this dive boat you have more flexibility over the choice of dive sites (with the captain's approval), the type of diving and total number of divers/guests onboard (subject to the maximum number of guests onboard - see below).
DIN AdaptersIf you have DIN regulators do not worry as this liveaboard has DIN to Yoke regulator adaptors onboard.
Relaxing between dives
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Liveaboard Luxury Features Review
Liveaboard Luxury FeaturesThe 'Liveaboard Luxury Rating' concept is to help you choose the right diving liveaboard for your Indonesia dive trip. This means you can compare this liveaboard with other liveaboards on a like-for-like basis, and makes choosing the right liveaboard much easier.
SDE Luxury Rating Total (Max 52/52=100%)The MV Ambai Liveaboard has 47 out of a total of 52 possible benefits and features. This total is made up of the following benefits and features:
Diver Benefits (Max 9/9=100%)The MV Ambai liveaboard has 9 out of 9 'Diver Benefits' and include: DIN Adapters: YES; Dive Courses: YES; Dive Deck: YES: Gear Rental: YES; Nitrox Onboard: YES; Private Dive Guide: YES; Rinse Hoses: YES; Shaded Dive Area: YES; Tenders For Diving: YES.
Liveaboard Design (Max 9/9=100%)The MV Ambai liveaboard has 9 out of 9 'Boat Design Features' and include: Airconditioned Saloon: YES; Charging Stations: YES; Custom Built For Diving: YES; Indoor Saloon: YES; Leisure Deck: YES; Observation Deck: YES; Outside Showers: YES; Sun Deck: YES; Warm Showers: YES.
Cabin Luxury (Max 7/7=100%)The MV Ambai liveaboard has 5 out of 7 'Cabin Features' and include: Air-Conditioned Cabins: YES; Cabin Balconies: NO; Daily Housekeeping: YES; Ensuite cabins: YES; Non-smoking Cabins: YES; Seaview cabins available: YES; TV In Cabin: NO.
Onboard Comfort (Max 7/7=100%)The MV Ambai liveaboard has 7 out of 7 'Onboard Comfort' features, and include: Beach Towels: YES, Cabin Towels: YES; Complimentary Toiletries: YES; Deck Towels: YES; Internet: YES; Laundry Service: YES; Nearly 1 to 1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio: YES.
Food Luxury (Max 11/11=100%)The MV Ambai liveaboard has 9 out of 11 'Food Features' and include: BBQ Area: NO; Beach BBQ: YES; Buffet Style: YES; Dietary Requirements Catered For: YES; Fine Cuisine: YES; Local Food: YES; Outdoor Dining: NO; Snacks All Day: YES; Vegan Options: YES; Vegetarian Options: YES; Western Style Food: YES; (Meal options include: Full-board Option).
Drink Luxury (Max 9/9=100%)The MV Ambai liveaboard has 8 out of 9 'Drink Features' and include: Bar: YES; Beer Available: YES; Drinking Water: YES; Fine Wines: YES; Free Soft Drinks: YES; Free Wine With Dinner: NO; Soft Drinks: YES; Tea And Coffee: YES; Wine Available: YES.
Example of Cabins
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Customer Reviews of Liveaboard
Customer ReviewsThe MV Ambai liveaboard customer reviews listed here have been chosen for you to get a feel for the scuba diving experience you'll get.
Customer Review
“Great vessel & crew to support an incredible experience. The Ambai was perfect for 11 nights around Raja Ampat. Comfortable boat, spacious enough with great area for lounging in the sun. Decent healthy food, awesome friendly crew. Honestly I’m sure you could pay way more for some extra little luxuries but I found the Ambai delivered on expectations and I didn’t want for anything, except maybe to upgrade the choice of whisky on offer (recommend JW Black Label or something.) Compared to the other options I feel like this was good value for money and a wonderful experience.” Recommended for: Decent healthy food, great deck space for lounging + an awesome crew!
Customer Review ByNicholas M, from: United Kingdom scored the MV Ambai 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: MV Ambai.
“Spectacular. Absolutely spectacular. The crew was very attentive, and hour-to-hour itinerary was well planned. Wake up at 7, dive, nap, breakfast, dive again, lunch, nap, dive, nap, night dive, dinner, repeat. I liked the camera room (fully stocked with batteries and extra gear) and the plan of getting to the dive sites. It was overall very efficient, and the dive guides are great. I would definitely take the Ambai again.” Recommended for: the dive sites, the high customer service, the food.
Customer Review Bywendy Y, from: United States scored the MV Ambai 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: MV Ambai.
Liveaboard Itinerary
Liveaboard Departure-Arrival LocationThe MV Ambai Liveaboard departs and returns from the port none selected. Please click here: MV Ambai to find out how to get from to join the MV Ambai Liveaboard's departure port none selected.
Itinerary and videosThe itineraries below for the MV Ambai liveaboard don't necessarily tie in with the videos directly below the itinerary heading. The itineraries are examples of dive trips offered by this liveaboard, and the videos are examples of videos taken when diving from the MV Ambai dive boat.
Itinerary 2 TitleLiveaboard Indonesia MV Ambai - video from one of our cruises in Komodo
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Dives and Scuba Diver Experience
Number of Dives On TripYou will be able to dive up to 42 times in total on the MV Ambai liveaboard diving trips. The number of times you dive will depend on the itinerary you select.
Your Diver Certification LevelIf you choose the MV Ambai liveaboard for your scuba diving trip to Indonesia (, null_select, Banda Sea, Forgotten Islands, Raja Ampat, Triton Bay), make sure you select the right itinerary for your diver certification level. Different itineraries include the following alternative PADI certification levels (or equivalent): No Scuba Diving Certification Needed: NO; Open Water Diver: NO; Advanced Open Water Diver: YES.
Your Logged DivesWhen choosing the MV Ambai liveaboard for your dive trip to Indonesia, make sure you select the right itinerary for how many logged dives you've done. Itineraries on the MV Ambai liveaboard include the following alternatives: No minimum logged dives: NO; 10 logged dives: NO; 20 logged dives: NO; 30 logged dives: YES; 40 logged dives: NO; 50 logged dives or more: YES; Minimum 60 logged dives: NO; Minimum 80 logged dives: NO; Minimum 100 logged dives: NO.
Your Diver experienceIf you choose the MV Ambai liveaboard for your dive trip to Indonesia, make sure you select the right itinerary for your level of diver experience. Itineraries on the MV Ambai liveaboard include the following alternatives: Beginner/Novice (up to 9 logged dives): NO; Advanced Beginner (10-19 dives): NO; Intermediate Diver (20 to 29 logged dives): NO; Advanced Intermediate (30 to 39 logged dives): YES; Proficient Diver (40 to 49 logged dives): NO; Advanced Diver (more than 50 logged dives): YES.
Type of DivingThe type of diving experienced from the MV Ambai Liveaboard includes: Coral Gardens, Deep Dives, Drift Diving, Marine Life, Night Dives, Pinnacles, Swim-Through's and Caverns, Wall Diving, Warm Water Diving, Wreck Diving.
Marine Life SpeciesThe sea life you might see on your Indonesia liveaboard dive trip depends on the time of year you choose to dive, and on which Indonesia liveaboard and liveaboard itinerary you book. But ultimately the sea creatures you see when scuba diving is always down to nature itself. With these parameters in mind, the marine life you may spot when scuba diving on the MV Ambai Liveaboard in Indonesia might include:
SharksYou may see the following sharks species: Blacktip Reef Sharks, Bull Sharks, Epaulette Shark, Grey Reef Sharks, Leopard Shark, Scalloped Hammerhead Sharks, Short Fin Mako Sharks, Silky Sharks, Silver Tip Sharks, Thresher Sharks, Tiger Sharks, Whale Sharks, Whitetip Reef Sharks, Wobbegong Shark, Zebra Shark.
Video TitleKOMODO DIVING | Best of Season 3 (Award Winning Video) - 9 liveaboard trips + 1 whale watching trip and around 200 hours spent underwater to put this footage together! A combination of aerial and underwater scenes captured at the park national of Komodo
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Liveaboard Cost and Booking
Included In The PriceThe price of booking the MV Ambai liveaboard includes: Airport Transfer, Beach BBQ, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, Diving Package, Drinking Water, Extra Dives, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Hotel Transfer, Internet, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide, Nitrox, Snacks, Snorkelling Guide, Soft Drinks, Stand-up Paddle Boards, Tea & Coffee, Water Skiing, Welcome Cocktails.
Paid For Optional ExtrasThe following are optional extras when you book the MV Ambai liveaboard: Alcoholic Beverages, Gratuities, Laundry Service, Local Flights, Massage, Nitrox Course, Private Dive Guide, Pressing Service, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses, Snorkel Equipment.
Paid For Required ExtrasThe following are required extras when you book the MV Ambai liveaboard: Dive Insurance, National Park Fees, Port Fees, Visas and Fees.
Boat Capacity
Boat Length32 metres (105 feet).
Maximum Guests16
Cabins and BathroomsThe MV Ambai dive boat has 8 cabins and 8 bathrooms.
Cabin TypesThe MV Ambai has the following cabin types: double cabins, twin cabins, double cabin with one single bed.
Family cabins onboardFamily cabins onboard: YES.
Advanced Divers
Advanced Diver Benefits (Max 3)The MV Ambai liveaboard has 1 out of 3 (i.e. 33%) 'Advanced Diver Benefits', which include: Rebreather Support: NO; Sidemount Diving YES; Tech Diving: NO.
Underwater Photographers
Underwater Photographer Benefits (Max 3)The MV Ambai liveaboard has 3 out of 3 (i.e. 100%) 'Underwater Photographer Benefits', which include: Camera Room: YES; Camera Station: YES; Separate Rinse For U/W Cameras: YES.
Non-Diver Activities
Non-Diving Activities (Max 17)The MV Ambai liveaboard has 7 out of 17 (i.e. 41%) 'Non-Diving Activities', which include: Fishing: NO; Glass Bottom Boat: NO; Jacuzzi/Hot Tub: NO; Jet Skiing: NO; Kayaks: YES; Land Excursions: YES; Massage: YES; Naturalist Itineraries: [naturalist_Itineraries]; Naturalist Guide: YES; Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly: YES, Sauna: NO; Snorkel Equipment: NO; Spa: NO; Stand Up Paddle Boards: NO; Wakeboarding: NO; Water Skiing: YES; Yoga: NO.
Onboard Entertainment (Max 2)The MV Ambai liveaboard has 2 out of 2 (i.e. 100%) 'Entertainment Features': Audio And Entertainment: YES; Library: YES.
Traveller Benefits
Travel Benefits (Max 6)The MV Ambai liveaboard has 5 out of 6 (i.e. 83%) 'Traveller Benefits', which include: Airport Transfer: YES; Available For Charter: YES, Budget Friendly: NO, Dedicated Local & International Crew: YES; Hotel Transfer: YES; Welcome Cocktails; YES.
Languages Spoken OnboardThe crew onboard the MV Ambai liveaboard are able to speak the following languages: English, French, Indonesian, Spanish.
Liveaboard Summary
ConclusionThe MV Ambai Komodo liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.3, is rated 'Superb'. This Indonesia liveaboard is a 32 metre (105 feet) dive boat for up to 16 guests across 8 cabins (inc. double cabins, twin cabins, double cabin with one single bed), and has 8 bathrooms. The MV Ambai Liveaboard has aircon cabins, available for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, flexible booking, diving courses, free internet, free nitrox, scuba gear rental. To book: MV Ambai Liveaboard prices start at £307 per day ($375/€350)*.
More InformationTo discover more about the MV Ambai diving liveaboard or to check availability for your dive trip to Indonesia you can do this here: MV Ambai. But if you want to compare this Indonesia liveaboard with one of the other liveaboards from Indonesia, please take a look at the table below. If you are only interested in Indonesia liveaboards, select "Country" from the list of searchable options from first dropdown menu and type "Indonesia" in the search box:
Searchable Liveaboard CountriesCountries you can search for liveaboards include: Antarctica, Australia, Bahamas, Belize, Cayman Islands, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Fiji, Galapagos, Honduras, Indonesia, Maldives, Mexico, Micronesia, Myanmar, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Polynesia, Portugal, Red Sea, Similan Islands, Solomon Islands, St. Maaten, Thailand, Turks and Caicos, Virgin Islands (If you want to search a country other than "Indonesia", simply copy and past the country name from this list instead).
* NoteThe above cost per day was correct at the time of producing this article. Also, the exchange rate used for GBP to USD is 1.22 and for GBP to Euro is 1.14. For an up-to-date cost for the MV Ambai Liveaboard, please visit this link: MV Ambai.
Hope you enjoyed this review about this liveaboard
Comments or QuestionsIf you have more questions either about snorkelling or scuba diving (or specifically about the MV Ambai Indonesia Liveaboard), please comment below with your questions.
Please SharePlease share details about the experience you had on the MV Ambai Liveaboard. Tell us about the dive sites you dived, the time of year of your trip, what marine life you saw, the visibility, the weather and any currents you experienced. Your comments will add to this MV Ambai Liveaboard review, and they will help other scuba divers decide if this is the right Indonesia liveaboard for them.
Have Fun & Be SafeThere will also be many more pages and articles about scuba diving and scuba diving safety tips (and on snorkelling too) for you to read and learn about this fabulous sport. Please don't forget to rate the MV Ambai liveaboard above if you've already dived in Indonesia from this dive boat, but also make sure you have fun and be safe.
MV Ambai Indonesia Komodo Liveaboard Diving Review
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Article written by Russell Bowyer who has been a scuba diver since diving on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia in 1989. After his first dive he trained as a BSAC diver in the UK. He attained his Diver Leader certification with BSAC. He then went on to become a scuba diving instructor, teaching others how to dive and was voted as Diving Officer and Treasurer for the Saffron Walden BSAC club too. Russell has dived all over the world, including the UK, on liveaboards in the Red Sea, the Caribbean, South Africa and the USA. Russell is experienced in all dive types, including drift diving, deep dives that involved decompression stops and recreational dives too.
