Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Great trip to a fantastic location with a great crew. This was my first liveaboard experience since 1990 and it was an amazing trip. The level of service by the crew, both for the diving operation and for the overall comfort of the passengers was great. The crew was extraordinarily friendly and helpful, the food was good and plentiful, Cabins were comfortable and clean, dive briefings were very good and helpful (as an instructor I have a certain professional appreciation for this) and the dive operation was great. As an example, the oxygen percentage of the nitrox varied minimally (between 32.1 and 32.5). The dive sites were spectacular, more so in the Missool area than in the north and the amount of wildlife we saw was the best I have ever seen. I would do the trip on the Mermaid again in a heartbeat.”
Recommended for: Friendliness of the crew and overall level of service. Dive sites and the amazing dive guides. Accommodations and overall comfort on the boat.
Customer Review By Michael M, from: Germany scored the Mermaid I Liveaboard 9.2 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 57 reviews and information click here: Mermaid I Liveaboard .
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Mermaid I Liveaboard Boat Features
The Mermaid I Liveaboard scores 62% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for boat features, as it has 10 of 16 total boat features (see below). The Mermaid I Liveaboard has an air conditioned saloon so you can stay cool between dives. In addition, 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. What’s more, it has a sun deck for those who love to sunbathe after each dive and to build that sun tan.
- • Air conditioned saloon
- • Audio & video entertainment
- • Charging stations
- • Dedicated local & international crew
- • Indoor saloon
- • Leisure deck
- • Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio
- • Observation deck
- • Sun deck
- • WIFI Internet (Free)
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The boat features that are not found on the Mermaid I Liveaboard include the following: Available for charter, Boutique / Souvenir Shop, Budget friendly, Dedicated Local Crew, Family Friendly Cruise, Smart Voyager accreditation.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Airport transfer
- • Deck towels
- • Fuel surcharge
- • Hotel transfer
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Mermaid I Liveaboard Cabin Features
The Mermaid I Liveaboard scores 54% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for cabin features, as it has 6 of 11 total cabin features (see below). The Mermaid I Liveaboard includes seaview cabins so you wake up to an ocean view. In addition, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board.
Cabin Types Available
- 2 Double Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- 1 Single Cabin with ensuite bathroom
- 5 Twin Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- • Aircon cabins
- • Daily housekeeping
- • En-suite bathrooms
- • Laundry service
- • Non-smoking rooms
- • Seaview cabins
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The cabin features that are not found on the Mermaid I Liveaboard include the following: Family cabins, Hair Dryer in Cabin, Rooms with balcony, Safe Box in Cabin, TV in cabins.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Cabin towels
- • Complimentary toiletries
Mermaid I Liveaboard Diving Features
The Mermaid I Liveaboard scores 71% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for diving features, as it has 15 of 21 total diving features (see below). The Mermaid I Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and water entry, or for getting your kit ready before transferring to a tender for your next dive. In addition, it offers scuba diving courses, so you can progress your skills at the same time as building your dive experience at an additional charge. What’s more, it was custom built for diving, which means it is ideally suited for scuba divers. You’ll also find it has nitrox available as a paid extra so you can extend bottom times if you choose.
- • Camera station
- • Charging stations
- • Custom built for diving
- • DIN adaptors
- • Dive deck
- • Gear rental
- • Nitrox (Paid)
- • Nitrox course
- • Outside showers
- • Rinse hoses
- • Scuba diving courses
- • Separate rinse for u/w camera
- • Shaded diving area
- • Tenders for diving
- • Warm water showers
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The diving features that are not found on the Mermaid I Liveaboard include the following: Camera room, Rebreather support, Sidemount diving, Sidemount diving – Single Tank Only, Tech diving, Underwater scooters.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Diving package
Mermaid I Liveaboard Food & Dining Features
The Mermaid I Liveaboard scores 71% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard food & dining features, as it has 10 of 14 total food & dining features (see below). The Mermaid I 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.
- • Al fresco dining
- • BBQ area
- • Buffet style
- • Dietary requirements
- • Full-board option
- • Local food
- • Snacks all day
- • Vegan options
- • Vegetarian options
- • Western food
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The onboard food features that are not found on the Mermaid I Liveaboard include the following: Beach BBQ, Fine cuisine, Half-board option, Set menu dinner.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- • Snacks
Mermaid I Liveaboard Drink & Refreshment Features
The Mermaid I Liveaboard 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 Mermaid I Liveaboard has beer and wine available to purchase. In addition, it offers a selection of fine wines for purchase onboard. What’s more, it has free soft drinks for those of you who don't drink alcohol, or to drink between dives. In addition, the cost of your liveaboard includes drinking water, soft drinks, and tea & coffee.
- • Beer available
- • Fine wines selection
- • Free soft drinks
- • Wine available
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The onboard drink features that are not found on the Mermaid I Liveaboard include the following: Bar, Free wine w/dinner, Welcome cocktails.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Drinking water
- • Soft drinks
- • Tea & coffee
Mermaid I Liveaboard Other Recreational Activities
The Mermaid I Liveaboard scores 17% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for other recreational activities, as it has 3 of 17 total recreational activity features (see below). The Mermaid I Liveaboard has kayaks on board for relaxed paddles around calm bays between dives at an extra cost.
- • Kayaks on-board
- • Library
- • Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
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The other onboard activities that are not found on the Mermaid I Liveaboard include the following: Fishing, Glass bottom boat, Jacuzzi / hot tub, Jet ski, Massage, Naturalist guide, Naturalist itineraries, Sauna, Snorkel equipment, Spa, Stand up paddleboard, Wakeboarding, Water ski, Yoga.
Mermaid I Liveaboard Included in the Price
When you book the Mermaid I dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes everything you need for an amazing dive safari in Indonesia. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving without worrying about additional meal costs.
These inclusions provide excellent value and ensure a hassle-free dive cruise experience. This is everything included in your Mermaid I Liveaboard booking price.
- ✓ Airport transfer
- ✓ Cabin towels
- ✓ Complimentary toiletries
- ✓ Deck towels
- ✓ Diving package
- ✓ Drinking water
- ✓ Fuel surcharge
- ✓ Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- ✓ Hotel transfer
- ✓ Snacks
- ✓ Soft drinks
- ✓ Tea & coffee
- ✓ VAT
Mermaid I Liveaboard Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Mermaid I dive charter experience with these optional services and upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox diving allows you to extend your bottom time and enjoy longer dives at the incredible sites around Indonesia.
These optional extras allow you to customize your dive liveaboard experience to suit your preferences and diving goals. This is everything available as optional extras for the Mermaid I Liveaboard.
- + Alcoholic beverages
- + Gratuities
- + Nitrox
- + Nitrox course
- + Private dive guide
- + Rental gear
- + Scuba diving courses
Mermaid I Liveaboard Required Paid Extras
Please note that some essential costs are not included in the base price of your Mermaid I dive cruise and must be paid additionally. Marine park fees are mandatory to support conservation efforts in Indonesia and protect the underwater ecosystems you will be diving.
These required extras help support local marine conservation and dive tourism infrastructure. Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your Mermaid I Liveaboard dive trip.
- ! National park fees
Vessel Details
- Length: 28.0m (91.9ft)
- Beam: 7.0m (23.0ft)
- Max guests: 15
- Cabins: 8
- Bathrooms: 10
Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Mermaid I are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
This is the full list of navigation and safety features for the Mermaid I. Mermaid I liveaboard scores 29% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 5 out of the 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- • GPS
- • Life Vests
- • Oxygen
- • Radar
- • Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
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The boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Mermaid I Liveaboard include the following: Bilge Pump Alarm, Crew Trained in First Aid, Depth Sounder, E.P.I.R.B. Distress System, Emergency Flares, Emergency Rafts, Engine room CCTV, Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers, First Aid Kits, Fishfinder, Satellite & Mobile Phones, Search light.