Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Awesome trip and stunning value for money. I booked an 11D/10N trips with Dancing Wind for the best of Raja Ampat. The price for this trip was only 2500$ which is a crazy value for the money especially since I got a whole cabin for myself since there were only 9 guests on board (I booked a triple shared cabin). The crew did a fantastic job the whole trip and everybody was super friendly. Nunu (the main host) made sure that we felt comfortable the whole trip and made sure that we got everything we needed. The dive masters all had a lot of experience in the areas/sites we dived and were great at spotting small creatures. They made a great selection of dive sites and all the dives were absolutely stunning. The food was good and plentiful. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were excellent and there was a wide variety of dishes to choose from. Snacks and drinks were also available the whole day, so we were never hungry. After each dive we were always welcomed with a welcome back and some drinks. The crew set up the tanks before every dive and carried them in and out of the dinghies. We did some land trips (pyainemo, love lagoon, a beach and a jellyfish lake) which were a great addition to the diving. There are two kayaks on board which can be used between dives (highly recommended to do in Misool!) to explore lagoons and hidden beaches. The boat is a wooden pinisi boat. The boat looks good and is well maintained. Since it is a wooden boat, you can expect a lot of creaking in the cabins. The engines and generator made a lot of noise when they were running, but I got used to this very quickly and it didn't really bother me. The cabin was roomy to accommodate two persons. When three persons need to share these rooms it could get a bit cramped. The room was clean and was cleaned every morning. The diving deck is roomy and there is plenty of space to setup the tanks and gear. On top of the dining area there is a sundeck with chairs and bean bags to relax between the dives. The only downside of the trip was that they skipped the northern part of the trip and we spent 5 days in central Raja Ampat and 5 days in Misool. The reason why they didn't went north was not clear for me, but I guess it was to save some fuel costs since the boat was only half booked. This was not really a problem for me since the diving was great everywhere. Conclusion: highly recommended dive operation especially at the current prices that they are offering their trips.”
Recommended for: Fantastic crew. Great diving guides. Good food.
Customer Review By Senne M, from: Belgium scored the Dancing Wind Liveaboard 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 5 reviews and information click here: Dancing Wind Liveaboard .
Dancing Wind Liveaboard Boat Features Review
On reviewing the Dancing Wind Liveaboard, it scores 75% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for boat features, as it has 9 of 12 total boat features (see below).
The Dancing Wind Liveaboard provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax between dives and attend review briefings in comfort. In addition, it has an indoor saloon, which is air conditioned, so you can stay cool between dives and stay out of the wind and sun. What’s more, it has free WIFI internet onboard, which means you can stay up to date with your emails and social media whilst on your dive trip.
You’ll also find it provides charging stations for phones, laptops, torches and underwater cameras so your batteries are topped up, which means your dive kit is always ready for the next dive. Also, it has a sun deck for those who love to sunbathe after each dive and to build that sun tan, a leisure deck with shade and seating, which is perfect for surface intervals and relaxation. Also, the Dancing Wind Liveaboard is available for private charter, letting your group tailor itinerary focus and day to day rhythm.
On top of that, it maintains a near one to one crew to guest ratio, which supports quick service and strong safety cover.
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- ✓ Air conditioned saloon
- ✓ Audio & video entertainment
- ✓ Available for charter
- ✓ Charging stations
- ✓ Indoor saloon
- ✓ Leisure deck
- ✓ Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio
- ✓ Sun deck
- ✓ WIFI Internet (Free)
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- ✕ Budget friendly
- ✕ Family Friendly Cruise
- ✕ Observation deck
Boat FAQs for the Dancing Wind Liveaboard
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Boat information:
- ✓The Dancing Wind liveaboard provides beach towels and deck towels onboard, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- ✓The Dancing Wind liveaboard offers hotel and airport transfers, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- ✓ The Dancing Wind liveaboard has optional additional charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional optional charges include gratuities.
- ✓ The Dancing Wind liveaboard has additional required charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional costs that you are required to pay include national park fees, and port fees.
- ✓The Dancing Wind liveaboard has a dedicated crew onboard, which includes both local and international crew.
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Dancing Wind Liveaboard Cabin Features Review
On reviewing the Dancing Wind Liveaboard, it scores 72% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for cabin features, as it has 8 of 11 total cabin features (see below). The Dancing Wind Liveaboard includes seaview cabins so you wake up to an ocean view. In addition, it has family cabins, which means you can travel and scuba dive as a family on the Dancing Wind Liveaboard. What’s more, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board. You’ll also find it has cabins with a balcony so you can sit out and enjoy the sea air and ocean views.
Cabin Types Available
- 4 Double cabins with additional single bed & ensuite bathroom (ideal for families)
- 2 Double/Twin Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- 2 Twin Cabins with ensuite bathroom
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- ✓ Aircon cabins
- ✓ En-suite bathrooms
- ✓ Family cabins
- ✓ Laundry service
- ✓ Non-smoking rooms
- ✓ Rooms with balcony
- ✓ Seaview cabins
- ✓ TV in cabins
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- ✕ Daily housekeeping
- ✕ Hair Dryer in Cabin
- ✕ Safe Box in Cabin
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Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Cabin towels
- • Complimentary toiletries
Dancing Wind Liveaboard Diving Features Review
On reviewing the Dancing Wind Liveaboard, it scores 75% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for diving features, as it has 15 of 20 total diving features (see below).
The Dancing Wind Liveaboard offers scuba diving courses onboard, which includes a nitrox course, so you can build on your diver certification whilst you are on your liveaboard trip. In addition, The Dancing Wind Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and also uses dive tenders to put you right on the best sites. What’s more, Photographers are looked after, with a camera room, a camera station and a separate rinse for underwater cameras.
After a dive you can rinse off using outside showers or warm water showers, which keep you, your hair and your wetsuit fresh and clean from saltwater. You’ll also find DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the Dancing Wind Liveaboard. Also, There is a shaded diving area on deck which makes kitting up more comfortable in the sun.
A private dive guide is available on the Dancing Wind Liveaboard as a paid extra, useful if you want 1 to 1 guiding. Plus, The Dancing Wind Liveaboard was custom built for diving, so the layout, dive deck and facilities are all set up with scuba divers in mind. On top of that, Nitrox is available onboard as a paid extra, so you can choose to dive with nitrox on the dives that matter most. The Enriched Air Nitrox is normally EAN32 or 32% oxygen.
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Does the Dancing Wind Liveaboard have a camera area and camera rinse?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Dancing Wind Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Dancing Wind Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
Is rental gear available on the Dancing Wind Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Dancing Wind Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Dancing Wind Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Dancing Wind Liveaboard run?
The Dancing Wind Liveaboard does not currently list specific marine life for its dive sites, please check the itinerary notes.
Dive information:
- Diver certification level required: Advanced Open Water Diver
- Number of logged dives required: Minimum 50 logged dives
- Itinerary options on the Dancing Wind liveaboard are currently: 8 Days/7 Nights , 11 Days/10 Nights , 12 Days/11 Nights , 14 Days/13 Nights
- The diving package to include all the dives on the itinerary of your choice is Included in the cost of the liveaboard trip.
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Dancing Wind Liveaboard Onboard Food & Dining Features Review
On reviewing the Dancing Wind Liveaboard, it scores 64% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard food & dining features, as it has 9 of 14 total food & dining features (see below). The Dancing Wind 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.
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- ✓ Buffet style
- ✓ Dietary requirements
- ✓ Full-board option
- ✓ Local food
- ✓ Set menu dinner
- ✓ Snacks all day
- ✓ Vegan options
- ✓ Vegetarian options
- ✓ Western food
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- ✕ Al fresco dining
- ✕ Beach BBQ
- ✕ BBQ area
- ✕ Fine cuisine
- ✕ Half-board option
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Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- • Snacks
Dancing Wind Liveaboard Onboard Drinks & Refreshments Review
On reviewing the Dancing Wind Liveaboard, it 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 Dancing Wind Liveaboard has beer and wine which are included in your cost of the trip. In addition, it has free soft drinks for those of you who don't drink alcohol, or to drink between dives. What’s more, it includes a free wine with dinner as part of the cost of the trip. In addition, this liveaboard includes drinking water, soft drinks, tea & coffee, and wine with dinner in the trip price.
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- ✓ Beer available
- ✓ Free soft drinks
- ✓ Free wine w/dinner
- ✓ Wine available
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- ✕ Bar
- ✕ Fine wines selection
- ✕ Welcome cocktails
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Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- • Drinking water
- • Soft drinks
- • Tea & coffee
- • Wine with dinner
Dancing Wind Liveaboard Other Activities Review
On reviewing the Dancing Wind Liveaboard, it scores 29% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for other recreational activities, as it has 5 of 17 total recreational activity features (see below). The Dancing Wind Liveaboard offers a wellness focus with the option of a massage for an additional cost whilst onboard. Additionally, it has kayaks on board for relaxed paddles around calm bays between dives.
A review of the list of Recreational Activity Features found on the Dancing Wind Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Included Kayaks on-board
- Included Massage
- Included Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
- Included Snorkel equipment
- Included Stand up paddleboard
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- Not included Fishing
- Not included Glass bottom boat
- Not included Jacuzzi / hot tub
- Not included Jet ski
- Not included Library
- Not included Naturalist guide
- Not included Naturalist itineraries
- Not included Sauna
- Not included Spa
- Not included Wakeboarding
- Not included Water ski
- Not included Yoga
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Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Kayaks
- • Land excursions
- • Snorkel Gear
- • Stand-up paddle boards
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Dancing Wind Liveaboard Included in the Price
When you book the Dancing Wind dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes key items for an amazing dive safari in Indonesia. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving.
These inclusions provide excellent value and a hassle-free cruise experience. Below is everything included in your Dancing Wind liveaboard fare.
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- Included Airport transfer
- Included Beach towels
- Included Cabin towels
- Included Complimentary toiletries
- Included Deck towels
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Hotel transfer
- Included Kayaks
- Included Land excursions
- Included Night dives
- Included Snacks
- Included Snorkel Gear
- Included Soft drinks
- Included Stand-up paddle boards
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
- Included WiFi internet
- Included Wine with dinner
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- Not included Accommodation
- Not included Airport transfers
- Not included Nitrox
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Beer
- Not included Dive guide
- Not included Diving equipment
Dancing Wind Liveaboard Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Dancing Wind charter with these optional upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox helps extend your bottom time at the sites around Indonesia.
These extras let you tailor the trip to your preferences. See the list below.
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- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Gratuities
- Included Laundry service
- Included Massage
- Included Nitrox
- Included Nitrox course
- Included Private dive guide
- Included Rental gear
- Included Scuba diving courses
Dancing Wind Liveaboard Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Dancing Wind dive cruise and must be paid additionally. Marine park fees help protect the reefs you will dive in Indonesia.
Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your liveaboard trip. See the list below.
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- Included National park fees
- Included Port fees
Dancing Wind Liveaboard Vessel Details
- Length: 47.0m (154.2ft)
- Beam: 9.3m (30.5ft)
- Max guests: 20
- Cabins: 8
- Bathrooms: 9
Dancing Wind Liveaboard Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Dancing Wind Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Dancing Wind Liveaboard. Dancing Wind Liveaboard scores 100% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 17 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- Included Bilge Pump Alarm
- Included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Included Depth Sounder
- Included E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Included Emergency Flares
- Included Emergency Rafts
- Included Engine room CCTV
- Included Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- Included First Aid Kits
- Included Fishfinder
- Included GPS
- Included Life Vests
- Included Oxygen
- Included Radar
- Included Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- Included Satellite & Mobile Phones
- Included Search light