Frequently Asked Questions

It depends on the route you choose. Please check your specific itinerary in our itineraries section, which you can access from this website Top Menu. It can also be accessed from each boat schedule page by clicking on the Trip Details link.

Yes we offer a wide range of PADI courses on board. Click here to see our prices and make sure to specify what course you are planning to do during your trip to make sure we have all the necessary materials.

Yes we have Nitrox in both Mermaids. Click here to see our Nitrox prices.

Yes, we have 10 larger dive tanks on Mermaid I and 12 on Mermaid II, which are FREE of charge.

We have a mix of J valves and DIN valves on board as well as DIN adaptors to suit all types of regulators.

Yes we have a good supply of dive equipment for rent on each boat. Click here to see our price list.

The water temperature varies according to the route you choose. In general, the water temperatures are as follows:

Komodo North – 27-30 degrees Celsius

Komodo South – 21-27 degrees Celsius

Raja Ampat – 27-30 degrees Celsius

Maumere – 27-30 degrees Celsius

Alor – 21-28 degrees Celsius

Banda Sea/Ring of Fire/Forgotten Islands – 27-30 degrees Celsius

Lembeh – 25-29 degrees Celsius

Halmahera – 27-30 degrees Celsius

Please note this is just a guideline and water temperatures can vary.

• Bali-Komodo-Bali:
  The Flores Sea with its usually clear blue waters and great visibility has water temperatures of approx. 26-28 degrees Celsius (northern dive locations) with most guests comfortable in a 3-5mm long. The Sumba Sea (southern dive locations) has an average temperature of approx. 24 degrees Celsius – the awesome diving lets you forget about the cooler waters! Think about a 5mm long possibly adding a vest or renting a shorty to go over the top if you feel the cold. Hood, gloves and booties are strongly recommended for these cooler waters. The Alor region can also share some surprisingly cool waters like Komodo so a thicker suit is recommended and we have rentals available on board.
• Raja Ampat/Misool area:
  The water temperature around the 4 Kings of Raja Ampat and Misool area is 28-30 degrees Celsius year round. We recommend a 3 mm long wetsuit. If you get chilly, maybe a vest for under your suit.
• Biodiversity Special:
  Water temperatures will range between 26-30 degrees Celsius. We have a selection of long and short wetsuits on board which you can rent if you are cold or change into if you are too warm in your suit.

All luggage will be taken on board.  Other items you may need on board are bathing suits, shorts, t-shirts, sunscreen, mosquito repellant and a lightweight jacket or sweater. Good walking shoes (trainers are fine) for your time in Komodo National Park and for hiking to viewpoints. Note Flip-flop style shoes are not permitted for trekking in Komodo.

You can now enjoy fast speed Wi-Fi connectivity on all Mermaid Liveaboards dive trips !

All guests will receive a complimentary 3GB data plan at the start of the trip. Additional data packages can be purchased at the following prices:

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