Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Amazing diving, boat, and crew. Our experience on the Jaya was amazing. This was the second liveaboard we have done, and although the first one was great too, this one was much better (destination, diving, boat, crew). Obviously everyone is here for the diving, and it was absolutely amazing. Every single dive we saw huge schools of fish and amazing coral reefs with tons of life which you start to take for granted by the end because it's always there! It's almost a bit overwhelming. We also saw oceanic and reef mantas on 3 separate dives which was awesome. On one of them, there were 4 different oceanic mantas circling the site for the entire dive with the biggest being around 5-6 metres wide. The dive sites were planned very well and the sheer amount of stuff to see was awesome. By the end of the trip, seeing something like a wobbegong shark wasn't even interesting anymore because we saw multiple on almost every dive! For our trip, the boat was under booked (only 6 out of max 14 guests) so we were upgraded to one of the double cabins with an en-suite bathroom. This was really nice, but the other cabins would have been fine as well. It's worth noting that the shower in the en-suite bathrooms is just a hose gun attached to the wall that you need to hold and rinse yourself off. It is not a traditional shower. Air conditioning in the rooms was so nice in the extremely humid Indonesian climate. I don't think I could have survived without it. The boat layout was really nice. The crew mentioned it had a semi-renovation during covid and it shows. With a separate dive deck to get ready and leave all your dive gear on as well as a rooftop deck in the sun and a huge shaded open air seating area where we spent most of our time eating meals and also relaxing because it was so nice with the breeze and very comfortable as well. I noticed that we seemed to be the only boat with an outdoor seating area like that and I think the others were missing out. The boat also has starlink internet which was nice if you want to upload photos and keep in touch with family, but my phone also had service most of the time as well. Because there were only 6 out of 14 max total guests on our trip, we had one dive guide per 2 people which was really nice and made the diving super efficient and easy. I believe they have a max of 4 guests per dive guide anyways though, so either way it would be fine. Our dive guide was very knowledgeable and a very competent diver. Never once felt unsafe and I trusted him completely. He always managed to find and point out small and large creatures I likely wouldn't have seen otherwise. He even managed to spot a blue ring octopus on our last dive which is very rare. He mentioned the last one he saw had been a year ago. In terms of gear, I rented everything on the boat with exception to mask, SMB, and computer which I brought myself. All of the gear was in respectable condition, and there were some surprising nice touches that you usually don't see with rental gear like premium mouthpieces for the regulators (usually its the most basic ones that scrape your gums), and for their rental computers they had shearwater perigrines! I have my own shearwater but if you don't have your own computer or just want to try out a shearwater one, this is extremely impressive to have available. There were no compasses on the SPG guages, so I would bring your own. On the dive deck, the crew was so much help. All you had to do was put your wetsuit, weight belt and boots on, and the crew would set up your tank/bcd/regs and help you put it on. Once you were suited up, they helped you into the dive tender ("scotchie" as they say in indonesia) and then you put on your fins and rolled off the boat once you reached the dive site. After the dive, they would pick you up just off the dive site, help you load all your gear into the tender, climb in and then head back to the boat. Once there, all you had to do was climb up the ladder. All of your dive gear was loaded back onto the boat by the”
Recommended for: Amazing Diving. Friendly and knowledgeable dive guides. Interior boat design and chefs cooking.
Customer Review By Philip N, from: Canada scored the Jaya 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 102 reviews and information click here: Jaya .
Jaya Liveaboard Boat Features Review
On reviewing the Jaya liveaboard, it scores 41% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for boat features, as it has 5 of 12 total boat features (see below).
The Jaya liveaboard has WIFI internet onboard as a paid extra, which means you can stay up to date with your emails and social media whilst on your dive trip. In addition, 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.
What’s more, 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 Jaya liveaboard is available for private charter, letting your group tailor itinerary focus and day to day rhythm.
A review of the list of Boat Features found on the Jaya 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:
- ✓ Available for charter
- ✓ Charging stations
- ✓ Leisure deck
- ✓ Sun deck
- ✓ WIFI Internet (Paid extra)
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- ✕ Air conditioned saloon
- ✕ Audio & video entertainment
- ✕ Budget friendly
- ✕ Family Friendly Cruise
- ✕ Indoor saloon
- ✕ Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio
- ✕ Observation deck
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Boat information:
- ✓The Jaya liveaboard provides beach towels and deck towels onboard, which incur an additional cost on top of your liveaboard trip.
- ✓You will need to make your own way to the Jaya liveaboard, as they do not offer a hotel or airport transfer. Click Hotel Transfers or Airport Transfers to find liveaboards that offer these onboard.
- ✓ The Jaya liveaboard also includes fuel surcharge in the cost of the liveaboard.
- ✓ The Jaya liveaboard has optional additional charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional optional charges include gratuities.
- ✓ The Jaya liveaboard has additional required charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional costs that you are required to pay include environment tax, national park fees, and port fees.
- ✓The Jaya liveaboard has a dedicated crew onboard, which includes both local and international crew.
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Jaya Liveaboard Cabin Features Review
On reviewing the Jaya Liveaboard, it scores 27% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for cabin features, as it has 3 of 11 total cabin features (see below).
Cabin Types Available
- 2 Double Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- 1 Double cabin with additional single bed & ensuite bathroom (ideal for families)
- 4 Twin Cabins with shared bathroom
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- ✓ Aircon cabins
- ✓ Daily housekeeping
- ✓ Non-smoking rooms
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- ✕ En-suite bathrooms
- ✕ Family cabins
- ✕ Hair Dryer in Cabin
- ✕ Laundry service
- ✕ Rooms with balcony
- ✕ Safe Box in Cabin
- ✕ Seaview cabins
- ✕ TV in cabins
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Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Cabin towels
- • Complimentary toiletries
Jaya Liveaboard Diving Features Review
On reviewing the Jaya Liveaboard, it scores 50% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for diving features, as it has 10 of 20 total diving features (see below).
The Jaya Liveaboard offers scuba diving courses onboard, so you can update or advance your diver certification whilst you are on your liveaboard trip. In addition, The Jaya 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 station and a separate rinse for underwater cameras.
DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the Jaya Liveaboard. You’ll also find Rinse hoses are provided to wash down gear after the dive. Also, A private dive guide is available on the Jaya Liveaboard as a paid extra, useful if you want 1 to 1 guiding.
The Jaya Liveaboard was custom built for diving, so the layout, dive deck and facilities are all set up with scuba divers in mind.
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What itineraries does the Jaya Liveaboard run?
The Jaya 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 10 logged dives
- Itinerary options on the Jaya liveaboard are currently: 7 Days/6 Nights , 9 Days/8 Nights , 11 Days/10 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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Jaya Liveaboard Onboard Food & Dining Features Review
On reviewing the Jaya 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 Jaya 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 offers al fresco dining so you can enjoy ocean breezes with your meals whilst onboard. What’s more, it has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
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- ✓ Al fresco dining
- ✓ Buffet style
- ✓ Dietary requirements
- ✓ Full-board option
- ✓ Local food
- ✓ Set menu dinner
- ✓ Snacks all day
- ✓ Vegan options
- ✓ Vegetarian options
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- ✕ Beach BBQ
- ✕ BBQ area
- ✕ Fine cuisine
- ✕ Half-board option
- ✕ Western food
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Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- • Snacks
Jaya Liveaboard Onboard Drinks & Refreshments Review
On reviewing the Jaya Liveaboard, it scores 14% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard drink & refreshment features, as it has 1 of 7 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Jaya Liveaboard offers beer for purchase onboard. In addition, this liveaboard includes drinking water and tea & coffee in the trip price.
A review of the list of Onboard Drink Features found on the Jaya 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:
- ✓ Beer available
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- ✕ Bar
- ✕ Fine wines selection
- ✕ Free soft drinks
- ✕ Free wine w/dinner
- ✕ Welcome cocktails
- ✕ Wine available
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Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- • Drinking water
- • Tea & coffee
Jaya Liveaboard Other Activities Review
On reviewing the Jaya liveaboard, it scores 5% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for other recreational activities, as it has 1 of 17 total recreational activity features (see below).
A review of the list of Recreational Activity Features found on the Jaya 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 Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
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- Not included Fishing
- Not included Glass bottom boat
- Not included Jacuzzi / hot tub
- Not included Jet ski
- Not included Kayaks on-board
- Not included Library
- Not included Massage
- Not included Naturalist guide
- Not included Naturalist itineraries
- Not included Sauna
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Spa
- Not included Stand up paddleboard
- Not included Wakeboarding
- Not included Water ski
- Not included Yoga
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Are land excursions included on the Jaya Liveaboard?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Land excursions
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Jaya Included in the Price
When you book the Jaya 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 Jaya liveaboard fare.
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- Included Cabin towels
- Included Complimentary toiletries
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Fuel surcharge
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Land excursions
- Included Snacks
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
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The other features that are not included on the Jaya liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Not included Accommodation
- Not included Airport transfers
- Not included Nitrox
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Soft drinks
- Not included Beer
- Not included Wine with dinner
- Not included Dive guide
- Not included Diving equipment
Jaya Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Jaya charter with these optional upgrades available for an additional cost.
These extras let you tailor the trip to your preferences. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'optional extras' charged on top of the price for the Jaya liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards including this in the price:
- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Beach towels
- Included Deck towels
- Included Gratuities
- Included Private dive guide
- Included Rental gear
- Included Scuba diving courses
- Included Snorkeling guide
- Included Soft drinks
Jaya Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Jaya 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.
A review of the list of 'required extras' not included in the price for the Jaya liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards where this is covered in the price (when applicable):
- Included Environment tax
- Included National park fees
- Included Port fees
Jaya Vessel Details
- Length: 23.0m (75.5ft)
- Beam: 5.7m (18.7ft)
- Max guests: 14
- Cabins: 7
- Bathrooms: 5
Jaya Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Jaya Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Jaya Liveaboard. Jaya Liveaboard scores 47% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 8 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- Included Depth Sounder
- Included First Aid Kits
- Included GPS
- Included Life Vests
- Included Oxygen
- Included Radar
- Included Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- Included Satellite & Mobile Phones
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The jaya boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Jaya Liveaboard:
- Not included Bilge Pump Alarm
- Not included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Not included E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Not included Emergency Flares
- Not included Emergency Rafts
- Not included Engine room CCTV
- Not included Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- Not included Fishfinder
- Not included Search light