MV Mermaid I Indonesia Komodo Liveaboard Diving Review
Liveaboard Review Introduction
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Liveaboard Quick ReviewThe MV Mermaid I Liveaboard is a 28m (92f) Indonesia Komodo diving safari boat for up to 15 guests accommodated across 8 cabins and 10 bathrooms. This Indonesia liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.2 out of 10, is rated 'Superb', and scores 87% on the Scuba Diving Earth luxury rate.
Liveaboard Review TipsIf you are looking for a superb Indonesian diving safari, a great choice is the MV Mermaid I 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 Mermaid I liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.2 out of 10.
2. Scuba Diving Earth Luxury Rating SummaryDiver Benefits: 100%, Liveaboard Design: 100%, Cabin Luxury: 71%, Onboard Comfort: 86%, Food Luxury: 82%, Drink Luxury: 78%. This makes an average Total Lux Rating of 87% (see below under "Liveaboard Luxury Features Review" for more details).
3. Cost Per DayThe Komodo MV Mermaid I Liveaboard costs from £254 per day ($338/€305)* .
4. ProsA quick list of the main pros of the MV Mermaid I Liveaboard include: aircon cabins, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, flexible booking, diving courses, free internet, paid nitrox, scuba gear rental.
5. ConsA quick list of the main cons of the MV Mermaid I Liveaboard include: not available for charter.
6. Liveaboard CapacityThe MV Mermaid I liveaboard is 28 metres (92 feet) long, has 8 cabins and 10 bathrooms, which means it can accommodate up to 15 guests/divers.
7. Booking ItinerariesThe booking itineraries for the MV Mermaid I Liveaboard include: 10 Days/9 Nights, 12 Days/11 Nights, 14 Days/13 Nights, 16 Days/15 Nights. (But it's worth checking if more diving itineraries have been added or you can book by click here: MV Mermaid I).
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* NoteThe above cost per day was correct at the time of producing this article. Also, the exchange rate used for GBP to USD is 1.33 and for GBP to Euro is 1.2. For an up-to-date cost for the MV Mermaid I Liveaboard, please visit this link: MV Mermaid I.
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Liveaboard Discounts
Last Minute Liveaboard DealsBefore you read this Indonesia MV Mermaid I liveaboard detailed review below, please check for current discounts or last minute deals in the list below (Note: if no liveaboard discount list appears below, this means there are no current deals or discounts on the MV Mermaid I dive boat). Not all liveaboards offer discounts, and there may not be a deal available for the time you want to travel and dive. If no discounts are shown, please bookmark this page to come back at another time. Alternatively, please check more liveaboard deals for other dive boats here: Discounted Liveaboards Offers & Last Minute Deals.
Latest Liveaboard Diving Discounts
Deal DateDiscountPrice Before DiscountPrice After DiscountTour DaysLiveaboard Discounted Tour
592Liveaboard/View OfferMV Mermaid IDeal Date29/07/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£302Price Before Discount£3,017.00Price After Discount£2,715.00Tour Days10daysLiveaboard Discounted TourBali - Komodo - Bali (Bali - Bali)
591Liveaboard/View OfferMV Mermaid IDeal Date19/07/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£302Price Before Discount£3,017.00Price After Discount£2,715.00Tour Days10daysLiveaboard Discounted TourBali - Komodo - Bali (Bali - Bali)
590Liveaboard/View OfferMV Mermaid IDeal Date09/07/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£302Price Before Discount£3,017.00Price After Discount£2,715.00Tour Days10daysLiveaboard Discounted TourBali - Komodo - Bali (Bali - Bali)
589Liveaboard/View OfferMV Mermaid IDeal Date29/06/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£302Price Before Discount£3,017.00Price After Discount£2,715.00Tour Days10daysLiveaboard Discounted TourBali - Komodo - Bali (Bali - Bali)
588Liveaboard/View OfferMV Mermaid IDeal Date19/06/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£302Price Before Discount£3,017.00Price After Discount£2,715.00Tour Days10daysLiveaboard Discounted TourBali - Komodo - Bali (Bali - Bali)
587Liveaboard/View OfferMV Mermaid IDeal Date09/06/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£302Price Before Discount£3,017.00Price After Discount£2,715.00Tour Days10daysLiveaboard Discounted TourBali - Komodo - Bali (Bali - Bali)
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 Mermaid I' 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 Mermaid I, it's possible to find liveaboard discounts in excess of 25% off the price. If no discounts appear above, you may find the latest last minute deals in the itinerary section marked as "X% Special Discount", as per the above image here: MV Mermaid I.
Liveaboard Diving
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Liveaboard Review Highlights
Diving Liveaboard ReviewIndonesia MV Mermaid I Komodo liveaboard review in detail.
Video TitleMermaid II Promotional Video, Mermaid Liveaboards
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 DivingPaid nitrox available, which means you benefit from the many advantages of nitrox diving if you are happy to pay for it. The benefits include extended bottom times so you can spend longer on each dive.
Dietary Requirements Catered ForThe onboard chefs will cater for any specific dietary requirement you have. This means you can relax in the knowledge that you can enjoy the food onboard this liveaboard. (You are advised to add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form, and to limit any 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 internet on this liveaboard, which means you can get online on your phone or laptop for no extra charge if you need to whilst you are away.
Ensuite CabinsCabins on this dive boat benefit from having ensuite bathroom 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 does not offer private charters.
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. The maximum rating for any liveaboard is 100%, and this rating is split between the features listed below. When choosing your liveaboard trip, I suggest you don't just consider the total 'Luxury Rating' in isolation, which for the MV Mermaid I is 87%, I recommend you also review each of the features the Komodo MV Mermaid I liveaboard has or doesn't have that are important to you.
SDE Luxury Rating Total (Max 52)87% total Scuba Diving Earth Luxury Rate (Lux Rate); The MV Mermaid I Liveaboard has 45 out of a total of 52 (i.e. 87%) possible benefits and features. This total percentage is an average of the following benefits and features:
Diver Benefits (Max 9)100% Diver Benefits Lux Rate; The MV Mermaid I liveaboard has 9 out of 9 (i.e. 100%) 'Diver Benefits': 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)100% Liveaboard Design Lux Rate; The MV Mermaid I liveaboard has 9 out of 9 (i.e. 100%) 'Boat Design Features': 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)71% Cabin Lux Rate; The MV Mermaid I liveaboard has 5 out of 7 (i.e. 71%) 'Cabin Features': 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)86% Onboard Comfort Lux Rate; The MV Mermaid I liveaboard has 6 out of 7 (i.e. 86%) 'Onboard Comfort' features: Beach Towels: NO, 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)82% Food Lux Rate; The MV Mermaid I liveaboard has 9 out of 11 (i.e. 82%) 'Food Features': BBQ Area: YES; Beach BBQ: NO; Buffet Style: YES; Dietary Requirements Catered For: YES; Fine Cuisine: NO; Local Food: YES; Outdoor Dining: YES; Snacks All Day: YES; Vegan Options: YES; Vegetarian Options: YES; Western Style Food: YES; (Meal options include: Al Fresco Dining, Full-board Option).
Drink Luxury (Max 9)78% Drink Lux Rate; The MV Mermaid I liveaboard has 7 out of 9 (i.e. 78%) 'Drink Features': Bar: NO; 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 Mermaid I liveaboard customer reviews listed here have been chosen for you to get a feel for the scuba diving experience you'll get.
Customer Review
”A magical 10 day diving holiday. This was one of the most amazing diving trips. Everything underwater is stunning. nothing disappoints. Te staff are wonderful and extremely helpful. I am unable to lift a tank due to back problems. They helped me every time. They also take excellent care of the equipment after dives by rinsing and hanging our wetsuits to dry and at the end of the trip cleaning and drying our BCDs and regulators as well. The reason I gave this 4* on cabin comfort is that I prefer to have the shower cubicle separate from the toilet. You get used to it after a while but it is not ideal.” Recommended for: Stunning dives, exceptional service, comfort.
Customer Review ByRula A, from: United Kingdom scored the MV Mermaid I 9.6 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: MV Mermaid I.
”Great boat, great staff, good food. Terrific coral and macro life in Raja Ampat, also some mantas. Beer on board was affordable. Food was good, better than expected. Staff is very friendly and all seem happy to be working on the boat. Dive layout for the boat is fantastic. Loved the diving, except for the muck dives.” Recommended for: Staff, comfort, diving.
Customer Review ByAndrew B, from: United States scored the MV Mermaid I 9.2 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: MV Mermaid I.
Liveaboard Itinerary
Itinerary and videosThe itineraries below for the MV Mermaid I 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 Mermaid I dive boat.
Itinerary Option 1Bali - Komodo - Bali (Bali - Bali)
Itinerary 2 TitleDiving Asia 4K - Liveaboard Mermaid I - Biodiversity special on the Mermaid I - Sorong to Maumere
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Dives and Scuba Diver Experience
Number of Dives On TripYou will be able to dive up to 49 times in total on the MV Mermaid I liveaboard diving trips. The number of times you dive will depend on the itinerary you select.
Your Diver Certification LevelIf you choose the MV Mermaid I liveaboard for your scuba diving trip to Indonesia, make sure you select the right itinerary for your diver certification level. Different itineraries include the following alternative PADI certification levels (or equivalent): Open Water Diver: YES; Advanced Open Water Diver: NO.
Your Logged DivesWhen choosing the MV Mermaid I 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 Mermaid I liveaboard include the following alternatives: No minimum logged dives: YES; 10 logged dives: NO; 20 logged dives: NO; 30 logged dives: NO; 40 logged dives: NO; 50 logged dives or more: NO.
Your Diver experienceIf you choose the MV Mermaid I liveaboard for your dive trip to Indonesia, make sure you select the right itinerary for your level of diver experience. Itineraries on the MV Mermaid I liveaboard include the following alternatives: Beginner/Novice (up to 9 logged dives): YES; Advanced Beginner (10-19 dives): NO; Intermediate Diver (20 to 29 logged dives): NO; Advanced Intermediate (30 to 39 logged dives): NO; Proficient Diver (40 to 49 logged dives): NO; Advanced Diver (more than 50 logged dives): NO.
Type of DivingThe type of diving experienced from the MV Mermaid I Liveaboard includes: Coral Gardens, Deep Dives, Drift Diving, Marine Life, Night Dives, Pinnacles, Wall Diving, Warm Water Diving, Wreck Diving, Swim-Through's and Caverns.
Marine Mammal SpeciesYou might encounter the following mammals: Blue Whales, Dolphins, Dugongs, Melon-Headed Whales, Pygmy Blue Whales, Pilot Whales, Sperm Whales, Bryde's Whales.
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
Liveaboard Cost and Booking
Included In The PriceThe price of booking the MV Mermaid I liveaboard includes: Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, Diving Package, Drinking Water, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Land Excursions, Snacks, Soft Drinks, Tea & Coffee.
Paid For Optional ExtrasThe following are optional extras when you book the MV Mermaid I liveaboard: Airport Transfer, Alcoholic Beverages, Gratuities, Hotel Transfer, Nitrox, Nitrox Course, Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses.
Paid For Required ExtrasThe following are required extras when you book the MV Mermaid I liveaboard: National Park Fees, Port Fees, Visas and Fees.
Boat Capacity
Boat Length28 metres (92 feet).
Maximum Guests15
Cabins and BathroomsThe MV Mermaid I dive boat has 8 cabins and 10 bathrooms.
Cabin TypesThe MV Mermaid I has the following cabin types: double cabins, single cabins, twin cabins, double cabin with single bed.
Family cabins onboardFamily cabins onboard: NO.
Advanced Divers
Advanced Diver Benefits (Max 3)The MV Mermaid I liveaboard has 0 out of 3 (i.e. 0%) 'Advanced Diver Benefits', which include: Rebreather Support: NO; Sidemount Diving NO; Tech Diving: NO.
Underwater Photographers
Underwater Photographer Benefits (Max 3)The MV Mermaid I liveaboard has 2 out of 3 (i.e. 67%) 'Underwater Photographer Benefits', which include: Camera Room: NO; Camera Station: YES; Separate Rinse For U/W Cameras: YES.
Non-Diver Activities
Non-Diving Activities (Max 17)The MV Mermaid I liveaboard has 3 out of 17 (i.e. 18%) 'Non-Diving Activities', which include: Fishing: NO; Glass Bottom Boat: NO; Jacuzzi/Hot Tub: NO; Jet Skiing: NO; Kayaks: YES; Land Excursions: YES; Massage: NO; Naturalist Itineraries: [naturalist_Itineraries]; Naturalist Guide: NO; Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly: YES, Sauna: NO; Snorkel Equipment: NO; Spa: NO; Stand Up Paddle Boards: NO; Wakeboarding: NO; Water Skiing: NO; Yoga: NO.
Onboard Entertainment (Max 2)The MV Mermaid I 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 Mermaid I liveaboard has 3 out of 6 (i.e. 50%) 'Traveller Benefits', which include: Airport Transfer: YES; Available For Charter: NO, Budget Friendly: NO, Dedicated Local & International Crew: YES; Hotel Transfer: YES; Welcome Cocktails; NO.
Languages Spoken OnboardThe crew onboard the MV Mermaid I liveaboard are able to speak the following languages: English, French, Indonesian, Spanish.
Liveaboard Summary
ConclusionThe MV Mermaid I Komodo liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.2, is rated 'Superb', and scores 87% on the Scuba Diving Earth luxury rate. This Indonesia liveaboard is a 28 metre (92 feet) dive boat for up to 15 guests across 8 cabins (inc. double cabins, single cabins, twin cabins, double cabin with single bed), and has 10 bathrooms. The MV Mermaid I Liveaboard has aircon cabins, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, flexible booking, diving courses, free internet, paid nitrox, scuba gear rental. To book: MV Mermaid I Liveaboard prices start at £254 per day ($338/€305)*.
More InformationTo discover more about the MV Mermaid I diving liveaboard or to check availability for your dive trip to Indonesia you can do this here: MV Mermaid I. 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: Australia, Bahamas, Belize, Djibouti, Egypt, Fiji, Galapagos, Indonesia, Maldives, Micronesia, Myanmar, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Polynesia, Solomon Islands, Thailand (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 1.33 and for GBP to Euro is 1.2. For an up-to-date cost for the MV Mermaid I Liveaboard, please visit this link: MV Mermaid I.
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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 Mermaid I liveaboard above if you've already dived in Indonesia from this dive boat, but also make sure you have fun and be safe.
MV Mermaid I 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.
