Queenesia Indonesia Komodo Liveaboard Diving Review
Liveaboard Review Introduction
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Liveaboard Quick ReviewThe Queenesia Liveaboard is a 26m (85f) Indonesia Komodo diving safari boat for up to 8 guests accommodated across 3 cabins and 5 bathrooms. This Indonesia liveaboard has a customer review rating of 8.8 out of 10 and is rated 'Fabulous'.
Liveaboard Review TipsIf you are looking for a fabulous Indonesian liveaboard diving safari, you can't go too far wrong with the Queenesia diving liveaboard. Here's our quick 7 review tips of why you might like to book this Indonesia diving liveaboard boat:
1. Customer RatingThe Queenesia liveaboard has a customer review rating of 8.8 out of 10, and is rated "Fabulous".
2. Scuba Diving Earth Luxury Rating SummaryDiver Benefits: 6 out of 9, Liveaboard Design: 8 out of 9, Cabin Luxury: 4 out of 7, Onboard Comfort: 2 out of 7, Food Luxury: 6 out of 11, Drink Luxury: 5 out of 9. This makes an average Total Lux Rating of 31 out of 52 (see below under "Liveaboard Luxury Features Review" for more details).
3. Cost Per DayThe Komodo Queenesia Liveaboard costs from £124 per day ($151/€141)* .
4. ProsA quick list of the main pros of the Queenesia Liveaboard include: aircon cabins, available for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, flexible booking, scuba gear rental.
5. ConsA quick list of the main cons of the Queenesia Liveaboard include: no diving courses, no internet, no nitrox.
6. Liveaboard CapacityThe Queenesia liveaboard is 26 metres (85 feet) long, has 3 cabins and 5 bathrooms, which means it can accommodate up to 8 guests/divers.
7. Booking ItinerariesThe booking itineraries for the Queenesia Liveaboard include: 3 Days/2 Nights, 4 Days/3 Nights, 6 Days/5 Nights. (But it's worth checking if more diving itineraries have been added or you can book by click here: Queenesia).
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 Queenesia liveaboard trip.
Discover MoreTo find out more or book the Queenesia Liveaboard you can do this here: Queenesia
* 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 Queenesia Liveaboard, please visit this link: Queenesia.
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Liveaboard Discounts
Last Minute Liveaboard DealsBefore reading more about the Indonesia Queenesia 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 Queenesia 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
757Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date26/12/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£104Price Before Discount£1,039.00Price After Discount£935.00Tour Days6daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
756Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date21/12/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£63Price Before Discount£624.00Price After Discount£561.00Tour Days4daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
755Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date18/12/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£42Price Before Discount£416.00Price After Discount£374.00Tour Days3daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
754Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date12/12/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£104Price Before Discount£1,039.00Price After Discount£935.00Tour Days6daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
753Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date07/12/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£63Price Before Discount£624.00Price After Discount£561.00Tour Days4daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
752Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date04/12/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£42Price Before Discount£416.00Price After Discount£374.00Tour Days3daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
751Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date28/11/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£104Price Before Discount£1,039.00Price After Discount£935.00Tour Days6daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
750Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date23/11/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£63Price Before Discount£624.00Price After Discount£561.00Tour Days4daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
749Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date20/11/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£42Price Before Discount£416.00Price After Discount£374.00Tour Days3daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
748Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date14/11/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£104Price Before Discount£1,039.00Price After Discount£935.00Tour Days6daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
747Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date09/11/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£63Price Before Discount£624.00Price After Discount£561.00Tour Days4daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
746Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date06/11/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£42Price Before Discount£416.00Price After Discount£374.00Tour Days3daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
745Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date31/10/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£104Price Before Discount£1,039.00Price After Discount£935.00Tour Days6daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
744Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date26/10/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£63Price Before Discount£624.00Price After Discount£561.00Tour Days4daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
743Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date23/10/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£42Price Before Discount£416.00Price After Discount£374.00Tour Days3daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
742Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date17/10/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£104Price Before Discount£1,039.00Price After Discount£935.00Tour Days6daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
741Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date12/10/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£63Price Before Discount£624.00Price After Discount£561.00Tour Days4daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
740Liveaboard/View OfferQueenesiaDeal Date09/10/2022Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£42Price Before Discount£416.00Price After Discount£374.00Tour Days3daysLiveaboard Discounted TourKomodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
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 'Queenesia' 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 Queenesia, 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: Queenesia.
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 DivingThis liveaboard does not have nitrox available.
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 does not offer diver training courses.
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.
InternetThere is no WIFI or internet available on this liveaboard.
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 Queenesia Liveaboard has 31 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 Queenesia liveaboard has 6 out of 9 'Diver Benefits' and include: DIN Adapters: YES; Dive Courses: NO; Dive Deck: YES: Gear Rental: YES; Nitrox Onboard: NO; Private Dive Guide: NO; Rinse Hoses: YES; Shaded Dive Area: YES; Tenders For Diving: YES.
Liveaboard Design (Max 9/9=100%)The Queenesia liveaboard has 8 out of 9 'Boat Design Features' and include: Airconditioned Saloon: NO; 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 Queenesia liveaboard has 4 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: NO; TV In Cabin: NO.
Onboard Comfort (Max 7/7=100%)The Queenesia liveaboard has 2 out of 7 'Onboard Comfort' features, and include: Beach Towels: NO, Cabin Towels: NO; Complimentary Toiletries: YES; Deck Towels: NO; Internet: NO; Laundry Service: NO; Nearly 1 to 1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio: YES.
Food Luxury (Max 11/11=100%)The Queenesia liveaboard has 6 out of 11 'Food Features' and include: BBQ Area: NO; Beach BBQ: NO; Buffet Style: NO; Dietary Requirements Catered For: YES; Fine Cuisine: NO; Local Food: YES; Outdoor Dining: YES; Snacks All Day: YES; Vegan Options: NO; Vegetarian Options: YES; Western Style Food: YES; (Meal options include: Al Fresco Dining, Full-board Option).
Drink Luxury (Max 9/9=100%)The Queenesia liveaboard has 5 out of 9 'Drink Features' and include: Bar: NO; Beer Available: YES; Drinking Water: YES; Fine Wines: NO; Free Soft Drinks: NO; 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 Queenesia liveaboard customer reviews listed here have been chosen for you to get a feel for the scuba diving experience you'll get.
Customer Review
“Nice Boat for experienced Diver. Such an incredible dive experience. We made all the famous dive sides in Komodo and saw the whole marin life what you can see in Komodo. Ricky and Sam were like super lovely and professionel dive guides, like all of the staff on the boat. Everytime again!” Recommended for: professionel diveguides, best dive sides in Komodo, Mantas.
Customer Review ByLudwig M, from: Germany scored the Queenesia 9.2 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: Queenesia.
“Fantastic diving with enthousiastic dive master and very engaged manager / owner on board. Diving and snorkeling as much as you want to ! Hot sweet water shower whenever you needed it! Wonderful sunrise walk to the peak of Pulau Padar.” Recommended for: Very diverse and fantastic dive sites, very individual assistance.
Customer Review ByJulia S, from: Switzerland scored the Queenesia 8.4 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: Queenesia.
Liveaboard Itinerary
Liveaboard Departure-Arrival LocationThe Queenesia Liveaboard departs and returns from the port none selected. Please click here: Queenesia to find out how to get from to join the Queenesia Liveaboard's departure port none selected.
Itinerary and videosThe itineraries below for the Queenesia 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 Queenesia dive boat.
Itinerary Option 1Komodo Liveaboard Safari (Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo)
Number of Dives On TripYou will be able to dive up to 16 times in total on the Queenesia liveaboard diving trips. The number of times you dive will depend on the itinerary you select.
Your Diver Certification LevelIf you choose the Queenesia liveaboard for your scuba diving trip to Indonesia (, null_select), 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 Queenesia 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 Queenesia liveaboard include the following alternatives: No minimum logged dives: NO; 10 logged dives: NO; 20 logged dives: NO; 30 logged dives: NO; 40 logged dives: NO; 50 logged dives or more: YES.
Your Diver experienceIf you choose the Queenesia liveaboard for your dive trip to Indonesia, make sure you select the right itinerary for your level of diver experience. Itineraries on the Queenesia 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): NO; 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 Queenesia 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 Queenesia 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,
Video TitleKOMODO DIVING 2019 | Episode 7 (August 23-31st)
Another Marine Life Video
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Liveaboard Cost and Booking
Included In The PriceThe price of booking the Queenesia liveaboard includes: Airport Transfer, Beach BBQ, Complimentary Toiletries, Drinking Water, Fuel Surcharge, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Kayaks, Port Fees, Snacks, Snorkel Equipment, Snorkelling Guide, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails.
Paid For Optional ExtrasThe following are optional extras when you book the Queenesia liveaboard: Alcoholic Beverages, Gratuities, Rental Gear, Soft Drinks.
Paid For Required ExtrasThe following are required extras when you book the Queenesia liveaboard: National Park Fees.
Boat Capacity
Boat Length26 metres (85 feet).
Maximum Guests8
Cabins and BathroomsThe Queenesia dive boat has 3 cabins and 5 bathrooms.
Cabin TypesThe Queenesia has the following cabin types: double cabins, twin cabins, quad cabins.
Family cabins onboardFamily cabins onboard: YES.
Advanced Divers
Advanced Diver Benefits (Max 3)The Queenesia 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 Queenesia 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 Queenesia liveaboard has 2 out of 17 (i.e. 12%) 'Non-Diving Activities', which include: Fishing: NO; Glass Bottom Boat: NO; Jacuzzi/Hot Tub: NO; Jet Skiing: NO; Kayaks: YES; Land Excursions: NO; 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 Queenesia liveaboard has 1 out of 2 (i.e. 50%) 'Entertainment Features': Audio And Entertainment: NO; Library: YES.
Traveller Benefits
Travel Benefits (Max 6)The Queenesia liveaboard has 3 out of 6 (i.e. 50%) 'Traveller Benefits', which include: Airport Transfer: YES; Available For Charter: YES, Budget Friendly: NO, Dedicated Local & International Crew: YES; Hotel Transfer: NO; Welcome Cocktails; NO.
Languages Spoken OnboardThe crew onboard the Queenesia liveaboard are able to speak the following languages: English, Indonesian.
Liveaboard Summary
ConclusionThe Queenesia Komodo liveaboard has a customer review rating of 8.8, is rated 'Fabulous'. This Indonesia liveaboard is a 26 metre (85 feet) dive boat for up to 8 guests across 3 cabins (inc. double cabins, twin cabins, quad cabins), and has 5 bathrooms. The Queenesia Liveaboard has aircon cabins, available for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, flexible booking, scuba gear rental. To book: Queenesia Liveaboard prices start at £124 per day ($151/€141)*.
More InformationTo discover more about the Queenesia diving liveaboard or to check availability for your dive trip to Indonesia you can do this here: Queenesia. 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 Queenesia Liveaboard, please visit this link: Queenesia.
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 Queenesia Indonesia Liveaboard), please comment below with your questions.
Please SharePlease share details about the experience you had on the Queenesia 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 Queenesia 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 Queenesia liveaboard above if you've already dived in Indonesia from this dive boat, but also make sure you have fun and be safe.
Queenesia 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.