Trip Reports
Awe Inspiring Raja Ampat
It’s that time of the year again, the final trip for the Raja Ampat season is completed, and the boats will make The Crossing through the vast Banda Sea and later into Komodo and Bali. To reflect, the 2025/2026 Raja Ampat season was nothing short of awe-inspiring! Every trip hits differently, and no matter how […]
From Misool to the Dampier Strait: A Raja Ampat Liveaboard Adventure Aboard Mermaid II
This week onboard the Mermaid II, we welcomed a group of familiar faces coming all the way from Russia and embarked on a 9 day adventure through the stunning Raja Ampat islands, and it was nothing short of incredible Starting the trip by cruising down south and breaking the surface at Misool, we were immediately […]
From Coral Gardens to Ocean Giants: The Magic of Komodo
Our latest voyage through the islands of Komodo offered a beautifully balanced mix of wildlife encounters both above and below the surface. From dramatic coastlines and prehistoric reptiles to colourful reefs and glimpses of ocean giants, every day brought something unique. The snorkelling throughout the region was nothing short of spectacular. From sprawling hard coral […]
A Kingdom of Giants and Tiny Wonders!
Komodo is a kaleidoscope of colour and scale. Vibrant reefs teem with life, setting the stage for ocean giants: turtles, mantas, and whale sharks cruise effortlessly through the blue, while weird and wonderful critters dwell in the sand below. This voyage offered a true showcase of that duality. From macro marvels on Komodo’s black sand […]
A Passage Through the Heart of the Banda Sea
The full moon brought movement and life to the ocean. Currents pulsed through the reef, and with them, the rhythm of reproduction began barrel sponges released plumes of spawn like underwater volcanos, while starfish arch upwards, releasing fine strands into the current. The water teemed with energy, a living system in motion. Our voyage began […]
The Big Three – Whale Sharks, Mantas and Dragons
For us, Komodo has always been about the mix. From picturesque ancient landscapes above, to diverse dive sites, rare critters, beautiful coral reefs, to schooling fish actions above. Among our guests’ favourites however, are The Big Three – Whale Sharks, Mantas and Dragons! So far, this Komodo season, we have been blessed with excellent encounters […]
From Whale Sharks to Komodo Dragons: A Week of Unforgettable Encounters on Mermaid II
This week’s diving cruise onboard the Mermaid II from Bali to Komodo and beyond was marked by a series of diverse marine life encounters ranging from rare tiny critters to schooling fish above impeccable coral reefs to bigger ocean giants The conditions and the weather was mostly pleasant throughout the trip. The atmosphere was filled […]
Unforgettable Komodo Trip
This week, the Mermaid II just embarked on an excellent 8 days adventure starting from Bali to Komodo and beyond. From dramatic picturesque landscapes above, to dragons, spectacular coral reefs, fish actions, rare critters a plenty, to Manta Rays and Whale Sharks. This unforgettable trip has it all! This time, full moon currents absolutely brought […]
Komodo Unleashed: Mantas, Macro, and Mythical Creatures
This week’s voyage onboard the Mermaid I to Komodo and beyond was all about the mix! From dramatic landscapes above, prehistoric dragons, to beautiful coral reefs, fish actions, rare tiny critters to Sharks and Manta Rays. Even to the repeaters, Komodo is just full of surprises! Some of the highlights include, one fine morning in […]
Incredible 10 Days Adventure
This week, the Mermaid I with Rainbow Divers embarked on an incredible 10 days adventure, departing from Bali through Komodo and beyond. Coinciding with the full moon, this time Komodo offered more actions and unexpected surprises. From action packed drift dives over vibrant coral reefs, a myriad of rare tiny critters, Sharks galore and incredible […]