Trip Reports
From Lembeh to Raja Ampat: A 600-Mile Adventure Across Indonesia’s Hidden Seas
The Mermaid II just embarked on another excellent exciting adventure across 3 different seas, over 600 nautical miles of navigation over the course of 12 days. From the macro paradise of Lembeh Strait, through the adventurous territory of Halmahera, and finally concluding in the rich waters of Raja Ampat. Three amazing destinations in one go! […]
Raja Ampat: Crown Jewels of the Diving World
The Mermaid II Raja Ampat expedition, cruising through the iconic Dampier Strait and south to Misool, delivered an unforgettable journey through one of the most diverse and visually stunning marine environments on Earth. From vibrant reefs and world-class megafauna encounters to serene lagoon explorations and breathtaking viewpoints, this expedition perfectly captured the essence of Raja […]
An Extraordinary 12 Days Journey Across Three Different Seas
The Mermaid I just embarked on an extraordinary 12 days journey across 3 different seas in over 600 nautical miles of navigation from Raja Ampat through Halmahera before concluding in Lembeh Strait. Starting our epic adventures in central Raja Ampat, enjoying the rich marine biodiversity this area has to offer. From the picturesque karst limestone […]
Under the Stars: Night Diving in Raja Ampat
Night dives are always a highlight of the Mermaid II Raja Ampat expedition, and this journey proved no exception. As the sun dipped below the horizon and the sky melted into deep purples and inky blues, anticipation built among the guests. Night diving has a special kind of magic—reef scenes transform, daytime fish retreat to […]
An Awe-inspiring Raja Ampat Journey
This week, the Mermaid I, just returned from yet another amazing 10-day voyage around the rich waters of Raja Ampat. An awe-inspiring journey full of unforgettable memories of diverse marine life encounters. Impressing even the most frequent repeaters! Starting down south in Misool, we were immediately welcomed by excellent conditions with crystal clear blue waters […]
A Spectacular Start to the Year Aboard Mermaid II
Raja Ampat | Misool & Central Region | January Expedition January began in the very best way possible aboard Mermaid II, with an unforgettable 9-day liveaboard expedition through the breathtaking regions of Misool and central Raja Ampat. From the moment guests stepped onboard, it was clear that this journey would be something special. Over the […]
Epic Voyage in Raja Ampat
This week, the Mermaid I just embarked on yet another epic voyage around Raja Ampat. Coincided with the full moon, the currents really brought the already beautiful reefs to life. Starting the trip off by waking up in the midst of the stunning karst islands of Misool after an overnight crossing, back rolling straight into […]
Raja Ampat New Year Cruise
The New Year dawned gently in Raja Ampat, wrapped in warm equatorial air and the promise of adventure. Aboard Mermaid II, anticipation buzzed from bow to stern as guests prepared to welcome the year in one of the most beautiful corners of the planet. Anchored near Yenbuba, the vessel became more than a liveaboard—it became […]
Celebrating Christmas and New Year on board Mermaid I
The Mermaid I just returned from an excellent 12 days voyage around Raja Ampat, celebrating Christmas and New Year on board while sailing across picturesque karst islands and immersed in the rich marine biodiversity this region has to offer Starting down south in Misool, beautiful coral reefs with vibrant soft corals and sea fans immediately […]
Amazing Journey in Raja Ampat
This week, the Mermaid II just came back from yet another amazing 9 days journey around Raja Ampat. From spectacular karst islands and lagoons above, to legendary dive sites full of vibrant coral reefs and extraordinary marine biodiversity. Raja Ampat never cease to amaze us! Starting down south in Misool, an area characterized by a […]