Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Dive with a good team. I really enjoy being with them. This liveaboard is good for budget fun diver. I read review beforehand. I already prepare to have small room and bed will not really big. This liveaboard provides caring and professional service. Dive guides are professional. Room is clean and crew are friendly. I am looking for great experience underwater. I really enjoy diving with this team. If any fun diver is looking for fancy hardware above water, this is not a good option for them.”
Recommended for: Dive guide is professional. This is budget liveaboard but service is good and crew is friendly and caring. Food option is not many but enough for us..
Customer Review By Yin Lok L, from: Hong Kong scored the Narayana 9.2 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 21 reviews and information click here: Narayana .
Is The Narayana Right For You?
⚡ Quick Facts
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✓ Best For:
- ✓Intermediate divers looking to build experience
- ✓Social divers who enjoy meeting new people
- ✓Travelers who prefer to rent equipment rather than bring their own
- ✓Divers seeking multi-day immersive experiences
✗ Not Ideal For:
- ✗Budget-conscious travelers
- ✗Those who prefer day trips or shore-based diving
- ✗Divers seeking extreme or technical diving challenges
🎯 Perfect If You Want...
- •Thresher shark encounters at Malapascua
- •Whale shark diving at Donsol
- •World-renowned macro photography
- •Vibrant coral reef diversity
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Boat Features for the Narayana Liveaboard
On reviewing the Narayana liveaboard, it scores 30% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Boat Features, as it has 3 of 10 key boat features (see below).
The Narayana liveaboard provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax and enjoy music, films and other entertainment between dives and in the evenings. In addition, it provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax and enjoy music, films and other entertainment between dives and in the evenings.
What’s more, it provides charging stations for phones, laptops, torches and underwater cameras so your batteries are always topped up, and your dive kit is always ready for the next dive.
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- Dedicated crew
- Indoor saloon
- Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio
- Smart Voyager accreditation
- Towels (Deck towels: Not available, Beach towels: Not available)
- Transfers (Airport transfer: Not available, Hotel transfer: Not available, Local transfers: Not available)
- WIFI Internet
Boat FAQs for the Narayana Liveaboard
Does the Narayana Liveaboard have WiFi internet?
Does the Narayana Liveaboard have an air conditioned saloon?
Does the Narayana Liveaboard have an indoor saloon?
Does the Narayana Liveaboard have a sun deck or leisure deck?
Does the Narayana Liveaboard have an observation deck?
What onboard entertainment is available on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is there a boutique or souvenir shop on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is the Narayana Liveaboard family friendly?
Is the Narayana Liveaboard available for private charter?
What type of crew works on the Narayana Liveaboard?
What is the crew to guest ratio on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Does the Narayana Liveaboard have Smart Voyager accreditation?
Boat information:
- You will need to bring your own beach and deck towels for your trip on the Narayana liveaboard, as they are not provided onboard. Click Beach Towels or Deck Towels to find liveaboards that offer these onboard.
- You will need to make your own way to the Narayana 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 Narayana liveaboard has optional additional charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional optional charges include gratuities.
- The Narayana 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.
- The Narayana liveaboard is not listed as a family friendly cruise and does not show dedicated family cabins in the features either. If you’d prefer a liveaboard that is better set up for families, click Family Friendly Cruises to see family oriented trips, or Liveaboards With Family Cabins to find boats that just offer cabins designed for families.
- The Narayana liveaboard is available for private charter, making it a great option for scuba diving clubs, groups of friends, underwater photography teams, and families who want the whole boat to themselves. With up to 8 cabins available, your group can enjoy an exclusive itinerary, flexible dive schedule, and the privacy of a full-boat charter; click liveaboards available for private charter to compare this liveaboard with other boats that are available for private charter.
- The Narayana liveaboard is a budget-friendly option, ideal if you want to enjoy a liveaboard holiday in Philippines without paying premium-level prices, making it a great choice for cost-conscious scuba divers, clubs, and families who want good value for money while still enjoying comfortable cabins, tasty meals, and easy access to Philippines’s dive sites; you can also check for current deals or discounted departures using discounted liveaboards, or click Budget Friendly Liveaboards to compare it with other budget-friendly liveaboards.
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SDE Liveaboard Rating – Cabin Features for the Narayana Liveaboard
On reviewing the Narayana Liveaboard, it scores 60% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Cabin Features, as it has 6 of 10 key cabin features (see below).
The Narayana Liveaboard includes air-conditioned cabins, which keeps your cabin cool and comfortable between dives and whilst you sleep at night. In addition, it includes additional cabin luxuries such as cabin towels, complimentary toiletries and daily housekeeping, which means you can pack lighter and enjoy a more relaxed trip.
What’s more, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board. You’ll also find it offers TV in cabins so you can unwind and watch TV between dives on in the evening.
A review of the list of Cabin Features found on the Narayana Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click the feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature.
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Cabin FAQs for the Narayana Liveaboard
Do cabins on the Narayana Liveaboard have en-suite bathrooms?
Is there air-conditioning in the cabins on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Are there family cabins on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Are there balcony or sea-view cabins on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is there a hair dryer in the cabins on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Do cabins on the Narayana Liveaboard have a safe box?
Is there a TV in the cabins on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Are the cabins non-smoking on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Are towels and toiletries provided on the Narayana Liveaboard?
How many guests and cabins does the Narayana Liveaboard have?
Cabin information:
- The Narayana Liveaboard provides cabin towels, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Narayana Liveaboard includes a laundry service, which is an extra charge on top of the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Narayana Liveaboard does not offer a pressing service. If you would like this service onboard, click Pressing service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Narayana Liveaboard provides complimentary toiletries, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Narayana Liveaboard does not show dedicated family cabins and is not tagged as a family friendly cruise in the cabin features. If you are travelling with children, you may find a better fit by choosing from Liveaboards With Family Cabins for boats that offer family sized cabins, or Family Friendly Cruises for trips that are set up more clearly for families. You can still review the cabin layouts for this boat in the cabin types section below.
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The Narayana Liveaboard includes the following cabin types:
- 6 Double cabins with ensuite bathrooms
- 2 Twin cabins with ensuite bathrooms
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Diving Features for the Narayana Liveaboard
On reviewing the Narayana Liveaboard, it scores 50% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Diving Features, as it has 5 of 10 key diving features (see below).
The Narayana Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and also uses dive tenders to put you right on the best sites. In addition, DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the Narayana Liveaboard. What’s more, Rebreather support is listed for the Narayana Liveaboard, just confirm sorb, oxygen and bailout in advance.
Rinse hoses are provided to wash down gear after the dive.
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Diving FAQs for the Narayana Liveaboard
Does the Narayana Liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
Is the Narayana Liveaboard custom built for diving?
What level of experience is required and what diver certification is required for the Narayana Liveaboard?
How many logged dives do you need for the Narayana Liveaboard?
Can I get certified on board the Narayana Liveaboard?
Does the Narayana Liveaboard have a camera area and camera rinse?
Are there facilities for photographers onboard the Narayana Liveaboard?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Narayana Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Narayana Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
What rental gear is available on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Narayana Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Narayana Liveaboard run?
What sea creatures can you see on the Narayana Liveaboard
The Narayana Liveaboard does not currently list specific marine life for its dive sites, please check the itinerary notes.
Dive information:
- Diver certification level required: Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
- Number of logged dives required: Minimum 50 logged dives
- Itinerary options on the Narayana liveaboard are currently: 7 Days/6 Nights
- The diving package to include all the dives on the itinerary of your choice is included in the cost of the liveaboard trip.
Tip: click any of the linked items above to find other dive liveaboards with the same option.
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Food Features for the Narayana Liveaboard
On reviewing the Narayana liveaboard, it scores 70% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Food Features, as it has 7 of 10 total food & dining features (see below).
The Narayana 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.
A review of the list of Onboard Food & Dining Features found on the Narayana 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:
- Al fresco dining
- Dietary requirements
- Full-board option (Free)
- Local food
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Western food
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- Beach BBQ
- Fine cuisine
- Snacks all day
Dining FAQs for the Narayana Liveaboard
What meal plan does the Narayana Liveaboard offer?
Are dietary requirements accommodated on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Are vegetarian and vegan options available on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is al fresco dining available on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Does the Narayana Liveaboard include a beach BBQ?
What dining style is used on the Narayana Liveaboard?
What cuisine is served on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Are snacks provided on the Narayana Liveaboard?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Drinks & Refreshments for the Narayana Liveaboard
On reviewing the Narayana Liveaboard, it scores 60% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating - Drinks & Refreshment Features, as it has 6 of 10 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Narayana Liveaboard has beer and wine available to purchase. 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 Narayana 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:
- Alcoholic beverages (Paid extra)
- Beer available
- Drinking water (Free)
- Soft drinks (Paid extra)
- Tea & coffee (Free)
- Wine available
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- Bar
- Fine wines selection (enhanced wine offering)
- Free wine w/dinner
- Welcome cocktails
Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the Narayana Liveaboard
Which drinks are included on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is there a bar onboard the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is alcohol available on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Are soft drinks included on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Are tea and coffee included on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is drinking water included on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is wine with dinner included on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Are welcome cocktails offered on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Can I bring my own alcohol on the Narayana Liveaboard?
How do I pay for drinks onboard the Narayana Liveaboard?
Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- Drinking water
- Tea & coffee
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Non-Diver Companion Rating for the Narayana Liveaboard
On reviewing the Narayana liveaboard, it scores 20% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating - Non-Diver Companion Rating, as it has 2 of 10 total non-diver companion features (see below).
there is a small library on the Narayana liveaboard with fish ID books and light reading. You will often find titles left by previous guests, too.
A review of the list of Non-Diver Companion Rating features found on the Narayana 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 Library
- Included Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
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- Not included Fishing
- Not included Glass bottom boat
- Not included Jacuzzi / hot tub
- Not included Kayaks on-board
- Not included Snorkel gear
- Not included Stand up paddleboard
- Not included Naturalist itineraries
- Not included Wellness facilities
Other Activities FAQs for the Narayana Liveaboard
Are kayaks available on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Are stand up paddleboards available on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is snorkel gear provided on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is there a jacuzzi or hot tub on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is the Narayana Liveaboard suitable for non-divers?
Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is there a library on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is yoga offered on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Are wellness services available on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Are jet skis available on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is water skiing available on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is wakeboarding available on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is fishing offered on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is there a glass bottom boat on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Are land excursions included on the Narayana Liveaboard?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Underwater Photographer Features for the Narayana Liveaboard
On reviewing the Narayana liveaboard, it scores 20% on the SDE Underwater Photographer Rating, as it has 1 of 5 key photographer facilities (see below).
The Narayana liveaboard provides dedicated charging stations for cameras, strobes, torches and laptops so your batteries are always topped up and ready for the next dive.
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Underwater photographer FAQs for the Narayana Liveaboard
Is there a dedicated camera room on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Does the Narayana Liveaboard have a dedicated camera table or workstation?
Are there charging stations for cameras and batteries on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is there a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Does the Narayana Liveaboard have WiFi for backing up and sharing photos?
Is the Narayana Liveaboard a good choice for serious underwater photographers?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Technical Diving Features for the Narayana Liveaboard
On reviewing the Narayana liveaboard, it scores 33% on the SDE Tech Diving Rating, as it has 1 of 3 key technical diving features (see below).
If you dive rebreather, the Narayana provides support, but it’s worth confirming in advance which rebreathers are supported and whether oxygen fills, sorb availability, and bailout requirements are in place, because this can vary by region and itinerary.
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Tech diving FAQs for the Narayana Liveaboard
Is sidemount diving supported on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is technical diving supported on the Narayana Liveaboard?
Is rebreather diving supported on the Narayana Liveaboard?
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Narayana Included in the Price
When you book the Narayana dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes key items for an amazing dive safari in Philippines. 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 Narayana liveaboard fare.
A review of the list of features 'included' in the price of the Narayana liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature included in the price, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Included Cabin towels
- Included Complimentary toiletries
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Snacks
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
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The other features that are not included on the Narayana 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
Narayana Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Narayana 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 Narayana liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards including this in the price:
- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Gratuities
- Included Laundry service
- Included Rental gear
- Included Soft drinks
- Included WiFi Internet
Narayana Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Narayana dive cruise and must be paid additionally. Marine park fees help protect the reefs you will dive in Philippines.
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 Narayana liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards where this is covered in the price (when applicable):
- Included National park fees
Narayana Vessel Details
- Length: 26.0m (85.3ft)
- Beam: 5.2m (17.1ft)
- Max guests: 14
- Cabins: 8
- Bathrooms: 8
Narayana Boat Navigation and Safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Narayana Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Narayana Liveaboard. Narayana Liveaboard scores 82% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 14 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- Included Bilge Pump Alarm
- Included Depth Sounder
- 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
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The narayana boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Narayana Liveaboard:
- Not included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Not included E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Not included Emergency Flares