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Live-Aboard Dive Cruises 2006 - 2007

June 2nd, 2006

DIVE SELAYAR & TAKABONERATE SOUTH SULAWESI
If your plans call for a visit to Sulawesi and Komodo and you want to get off the beaten track, book this special cruise program now! The 70 ft./24 meter traditional Pinisi Schooner “Rima” will carry you from Sulawesi or Komodo to the unspoiled island of Selayar and Indonesia’s largest coral atoll of Takabonerate. This special program departs Makassar/Bira, South Sulawesi and Labuhan Bajo, on the island of Flores, weekly with these special departures. If you check air and ship schedules you will find this program is your best connection to or from Komodo and Sulawesi.
In the months of October-April, the prevailing winds switch to coming from the west, and this makes it possible to dive the east coast of Selayar Island. This 75km long island boasts some of the best wall dives and isolated beaches in Indonesia. The comfortable evening departure from Bira, South Sulawesi brings us to our first dive after our overnight sail south.

KLM Rima 2006 & 2007 CONNECT SULAWESI & KOMODO
3 Night/4 Day Cruise
JUNE-SEPTEMBER
Komodo/Sulawesi
JUNE-SEPTEMBER
Sulawesi/Komodo
SELAYAR WALL EXPRESS
3 Night/4 Day Live-aboard Dive
Itinerary 3- OCTOBER-APRIL

Liveaboard diving on the east coast of Selayar Island and Takabonerate
Sulawesi/Komodo v/v Transit Program
Cruise Rate: $400Euro for Sulawesi-Komodo Transit or v’v
JUNE-SEPTEMBER
 Island Wall Express Program
OCTOBER-APRIL
Full Dive Gear: 599 EUROper person/ non-divers $499 Euro per person unlimited diving

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KLM Archipelago 2
Liveaboard Diving Banda Sea
& Tukanbesi Archipelago
6-10 Day Dive Cruises
Scheduled Departure Dates
Cruise Rates:
per person per night rate 275 USD

DIVE The BANDA SEA & WAKATOBI National Park

NEW PROGRAM for 2006
NOTE: Archipelago 2 is a unique vessel in the Traditional Fleet, the concept of her owner is large cabin’s, unsurpassed in quality and ammenities, combined with massive amounts of space for deck activities, world class dive facilities and a crew with service standards expected on a private yacht. I assure you all the objectives are met and surpassed with this special operation. To CRUISE & DIVE BANDANERA has been the wish of many of our clients for several years. This vessel now provides you with immediate and regularly scheduled access.
Advanced bookings are suggested, please contact us ASAP.

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KLM 7 Sea’s 2006
Migrating Liveaboard Diving
7-12 Day Dive Cruises
Scheduled Departure Dates
Cruise Rates:
per person per night rate 290 USD

DIVE KOMODO National Park ALOR, WAKATOBI National Park, Banda Islands
Raja Empat, Papua

NEW PROGRAM for 2006
NOTE: I have known this boat for several years, she is big and untill aquired in 2004 she was looking for a owner that appreicated her sleek lines and massive space features. I am pleased to see that she has made it to the market in 2006, this boat deserves respect ! Long Range is going to be her forte’, and that is exactly what her new owners have planned. It is important to understand that many boats in the Traditional Fleet find themselves a market and stay in that location for extended periods of time. This Migrator Concept, calls for the vessel to be in continious motion, traveling from region to region, spending a month or so in those areas that do not provide regular access.

7 Sea’s cabin’s are very well appointed and large, each cabin has private facilites and for those demanding the best there are a couple of suites on the upper deck. With a flotilla of no less than 3 high powered tenders, this floating base can provide divers with access to a wide range of reefs in each of her anchorages.

Be sure and check out the schedule and see when 7 Sea’s is in an area that you have wanted to dive, but could never find a boat to take you there. Banda Departure’s from Ambon should be NOTED !!
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KM Sea Dancer (2006)
Manado Sangihe or Derawan Island Group (Sangalaki)
7 Day Dive Cruises
Scheduled Departure Dates
Cruise Rates:
Lembeh Dive Rate: 790usd per person
Sangihe Dive Rate: 1,050usd per person
Derawan Sangilaki Dive Rate: 1,290usd per person

DERAWAN ISLANDS OFF THE COAST OF EAST KALIMANTAN
LEMBEH STRAITS NORTH SULAWESI
SANGIHE ARCHIPELAGO

ALL NEW PROGRAMS for 2006
Manado has gained its rightfull place a list of world class dive destination, but for those that really understand what Indonesia has to offer, you need to venture further out of any zone, to the edge of those places frequented by the mass market. From the port of Manado, those destinations, include the Sangihe underwater Volcano, The best Muck dives in the world in the Lembeh Straits and Hammerhead HQ around the Dewarwan Islands off East Kalimantan

This vessel provides a comfortable 3 star standard of service, with air-conditioned cabins and lounges, plus a healthy menu for each day of her program.

Advanced bookings are suggested, so if this is the type of vessel you are looking for, please contact us ASAP.

DIVE KOMODO NATIONAL PARK
NEW PROGRAM for 2006

KLM Felica 2006 Komodo National Park 7 Day Dive Cruises
Cruise Rates:
Dive Rate: 1,230usd per person
Non Diver Rate: 1.050usd per person

DIVER RATE ALL DIVES ARE INCLUDED

Here comes another one !……….Based on the FACT that the Komodo National Park offers some of the worlds best diving, it is no wonder, that new boats arrive every year. This comfortable new Pinisi Schooner hasl positioned herself in the Port of Labuhan Bajo for easy and quick access to the Komodo National Park.

This vessel provides a comfortable 3 star standard of service, with air-conditioned cabins and lounges, plus a healthy menu for each day of her program.

Advanced bookings are suggested, so if this is the type of vessel you are looking for, please contact us ASAP.
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 KLM Citra Pelangi 2006
Papua’s Chanderwasi Bay & The Island of Biak
in 8,10 and 12 Day Programs

DECOMPRESSION CHAMBER EQUIPPED.
Scheduled Departure Dates

BIAK, PAPUA
“NEW DESTINATION IN 2006-2007″

Fine Service, a Decompression Chamber and Professional Crew are all key elements of what you can expect aboard KLM Citra Pelangi.

One key objective of our Traditional Fleet Family has always been to distribute our vessels throughout the Indonesian Archipelago. We are EXCITED about this new program of KLM Citra Pelangi and her 2006-2007 season in the long time unserviced area of the Chanderwasi Bay and the island of Biak. For those of you that have watched the evolution of Diving in Indonesia, you will recall that after loss of the vessel Tropical Princess and the Oceanic Explorer, the area of Biak has been vertually unserviced. ALL of its fantasic reefs and WWII history has been in a state of Limbo, for the past 6 years. The owners of KLM Citra Pelangi have been working together with a group of adventerous investors to re-stimulate the tourism potentials of this fantastic region and what you will fine by clicking above, is a new product and well worth your investigation if you are looking for a REAL Adventerous Dive Holiday to a NEW Destination.
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KLM Majestic
Sulawesi - Kapuposang Islands - Sulawesi & Selayar
in 4 Days or Just Komodo in 4 Days

DIVE KAPUPOSANG, MAKASSAR, SOUTH SULAWESI

Cruising the waters of the Flores Sea from Sulawesi to the Island of Flores, is a simple passage. The North South direction, is well serviced by the East to West or visa versa winds and hull speeds are often maximized. The Southern islands of South Sulawesi, provide access to the essence of the term “Outer Islands”, small island villages, families of fishermen and small scale agriculture all make this a truely wonderful experience. Dives along the way, provide some of Indonesia’s best and as long as you know where to go, the stops can be short and time efficent. KLM Majestic has worked this sector for several year and if you are interested in mixing the best of Sulawesi and Flores (including the Komodo National Park) this program is perfect. Majestic’s Dutch owners are always aboard and frankly know how to have a good time.
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KLM Putri Papua
Raja Empat, West Papua 11 Day Cruises
Cruise Rate from 2150usd

DIVE RAJA EMPAT, PAPUA
STANDARD CLASS VESSEL
Here comes another one !……….Diving the Raja Empat Islands of Papua does not have to be expensive. If your into no non-sence diving, this vessel is operating a full schedule of departures of 11 days, from the port of Sorong. The vessel is standard class, but the service is professional and well run. The capasity of this vessel is low and therefore, you will not be placed in those mass dive situations that some divers just can’t stand. NOTE that is vessel also offers a couple of departures in the Wakatobi National Park in South Sulawesi

Advanced bookings are suggested, so if this is the type of vessel you are looking for, please contact us ASAP.
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KLM Ikan Biru 2006 & 2007
Lombok - Moyo & Komdo - Lombok 6 Night/7 Day Cruise
Cruise Rate: $1400USD
ALL DIVES ARE INCLUDED and a FLIGHT From Bali

DIVE MOYO NATIONAL PARK
DIVE KOMODO NATIONAL PARK
Many people have figured it out! The Gili Terwagan, just off the island of Lombok, is one of that island’s best dive attractions. But if you’re into digging deeper into the wealth of diving opportunities available in Indonesia, you need to take one more step… a step aboard the KLM Ikan Biru! Indulge yourself with a perfect 7 day run to the Moyo & Komodo National Parks on this fantastic 6 night/ 7 day Live-aboard cruise. The boys aboard the vessel are ready to show a great time, stocking lots of cold beer and a CD collection that requires its own berth. This swift little vessel is has full A/C and has been re-designed for layed back comfort, by her English Owners. The larger boats, sometimes get a little less than personal, but on this vessel you are traveling and diving with a max of 8 guest, which make her perfect for that close group of friends, less crowded diving and this boat is very very nicely done !!
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KLM Ombak Biru 2006
Bali-Komodo-Bali 7 & 11 Day Live-aboard Dive Programs. Departures from Bali and Bima. Cruise Rate From $1,845USD

KOMODO NATIONAL PARK
DELUXE
World Class service, aboard this World Class vessel create a combination that World Class divers demand. Ombak Biru is frankly one of the most deluxe dive experiences in The Traditional Fleet. If you require all those creature comforts and all the technical toys available to the sport of diving, Ombak Biru should be your choice. This fine vessel is NITROX equipped and her Dutch Owners have committed themselves and this operation to being the best live-aboard operation in the Indonesian Archipelago. With comfortable departures from Bali, this seven and eleven day program will provide you everything you would expect when demanding only the best !
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KLM Pindito 2006 (Selling out Fast - Book Early)
Live-Aboard Diving Bali/Bali 11 Days / 10 Nights
Bali-Komdo-Bali ( May-Sept. 2006)
Sorong-Raja Empat-Sorong (March.– May . 2006)
All Inclusive Cruise Rate “From” Per Person DBL or SGL: $3,025USD

DIVE KOMODO NATIONAL PARK
DIVE RAJA EMPAT, PAPUA
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KM  Nusa Tara & Trata 2006& 2007
DIVE The Komodo National Park 7 nights/ 8 days Dive Live-aboard
Bima, Sumbawa-Komodo, National Park & Surrounding Reefs-Bima, Sumbawa
Cruise Rate:
$980 per person w/fan cabin aboard KM Nusa Tara
$1225 per person w/air-conditioned cabin aboard KM Trata

DIVE KOMODO NATIONAL PARK

If your plans call for a visit to just the Komodo National Park and you want to dive and see the Komodo Dragon during surface time, either one of these standard class traditional vessels could address your needs. You will note in the attached schedule that both of these boats operate a comprehensive dive program around the pristine and protected reefs of The Komodo National Park. This World Heritage site is overseen by TNC (The Nature Conservancy) and together with the Indonesian Department of Forestry, these waters are patrolled to protect and improve the pristine state of one of the finest dive destinations in the world. It should be noted that “new” Marine Park usage fees are scheduled to took effect in 2002, which will allow the park management to install even more mooring buoys and increase the patrolling efforts, thus ensuring this destination’s pristine and ever growing rate of biodiversity.
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KLM Bidadari Star 2006
Labuhan Bajo, Flores to the Komodo National Park 5, 6 and some 10 Day
All-Inclusive Rate from: $1,475USD

DIVE KOMODO NATIONAL PARK

KM Bidadari is a long time resident of Labuhan Bajo. this fine Indonesian owned and operated live-aboard, has been diving the Komodo region for more than five years and she has quite a following committed guests. If you’re looking for a classic liveaboard Pinisi with comfortable cabins and plenty of deck space for relaxation, KLM Bidadari is a fine choice.
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KLM Mimpi 2006
1) Manado-Bunaken National Park- Bangka Archipelago- Lembeh Strait-Manado
2) Manado-Sangihe Archipelago- Manado
Departs Mondays and returns Saturdays
Cruise Rate From $825USD per person
“All inclusive of dives and food”

DIVE BUNAKAN AND LEMBE STRAITS
NORTH SULAWESI

Manado, with its world famous Bunaken National Park, is located in the north of the province North Sulawesi. Mimpi departs from the marina of the Santika Hotel, 15 kilometer north of this bustling city. Most diving around Bunaken National Park takes place by day trips with local boats equipped with out-board motors but KLM Mimpi will provide you with a comfortable 5 night/6 days of live-aboard. She will give you access to the outer limits of this protected national park, the Lembeh Straits and the Bangka Archipelago or on another itinerary to the underwater volcano area in the south of the Sangihe Archipelago for some of Indonesia’s best diving opportunities. Both service and food on KLM Mimpi has a reputation as being excellent.
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KLM Bhakti 2006
Sorong, Irian Jaya (Papua) - Raja Empat Islands - Sorong 8 & 12 Day Cruises
Cruise Rate: 
Price per person=US$2,145 (12 days)
Price per person=US$1,375 (8 days)
ALL DIVES ARE INCLUDED
Departure From Sorong Irian Jaya

DIVE RAJA EMPAT, PAPUA

KLM Bhakti makes her maiden voyages to one of Indonesia’s most pristine and virtually un-explored regions. From the port of Sorong on the horn of Irian Jaya (Papua), this fine fully air-conditioned vessel, will operate a short 6 month series of live-aboard dive expeditions to the famous Raja Empat Islands. Coral and sea life diversity are rumored to be some of the absolute “best” in the world. Need we say more?
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KM Paisabatu II 2006
Luwuk, Central Sulawesi for access to the Togian Island and the Bangai Island Group 7 Night/8 Day Liveaboard Cruise

DIVE TOGIAN ISLANDS

Just South of Manado, in the Gulf of Tomini, you will find the Togian Island Group. Smoking Volcanos, pristine reefs, WWII aircraft dives, and only a few small bungalow resorts. Over the past years, many adventurous divers have trekked their way into these islands and found a real paradise for divers and island lovers both. However, the best way to experience this area is by cruising. Well, you can now do it! If you have been here before, it’s time to come back and enjoy the best of the Togian’s.

Using the port of Luwuk as our gateway, we have programmed a seasonal shift to the Bangai Islands. This group, truthfully, has been off the tourism list for more time that I can remember. The Bangai’s are just a little east of Luwuk and are home to mostly Bajo people or Sea Gypsies. This group, like most Indonesian islands, can provide you with great dives if you know where to hit the water. KM Paisabatu, does…………small numbers of guests and untouched areas are highlights of this new program. 
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KLM Ondina 2006
Tukanbesi Archipelago (March-May) Komodo National Park (May-Aug)
Alor Archipelago (Aug-September), Raja Empat, Papua (October-December)
9 , 11 & 14 Day Programs
Cruise Rate: $190 Euro per day
** Discounted Specials
ALL DIVES ARE INCLUDED

MIGRATOR PROGRAM
DIVE ALOR
BANDA & THE MALUCCU ISLANDS
DIVE KOMODO NATIONAL PARK
DIVE RAJA EMPAT, PAPUA

KLM Ondina has been cruising the Archipelago developing a keen insight into the best of the best dives in Indonesia. This philosophy continues with short two and three month visits to some of Indonesia’s less frequented diving areas. In Ondina’s schedule you will find her in the Komodo National Park, The Wakatobi National Park, the Alor Archipelago and the Raja Empat Group in Irian Jaya (Papua). 

The service standard aboard this fine vessel is European and her interior service appointments are excellent.

KLM Kararu 2006
Departing from Bali & Bima for the Komodo National Park
Raja Empat 2006/7, Sorong, Papua Wakatobi National Park, Kendari, SE Sulawesi
Cruise Rate: $295usd per day
ALL DIVES ARE INCLUDED
 
DIVE KOMODO NATIONAL PARK
DIVE RAJA EMPAT, PAPUA
If you only interested in a TOP of the line Live-aboard, KLM Kararu should be on your list. Kararu Dive Voyages regular route sails from the majestic island of Bali to one of the world’s most diverse and interesting marine and wildlife parks. The Komodo National Park is a world heritage site, and is every bit as amazing as the internationally renowned Galapagos Islands. This remote and unchanged part of Indonesia offers unique natural beauty both above and below the sea. The Park is home to a rare diversity of animals, including a population of some 5,000 Komodo Dragons. Our cruises incorporate a half - day walking tour, led by an experienced Park Ranger, into the forests of Komodo Island to see the prehistoric dragons in their natural habitat. The tour winds through jungles that have changed little since prehistoric times and wildlife abounds; from tiny flying lizards to the exotic and flightless magapode birds. However, it is under the water that experts have come to accept that this world heritage site, the Komodo National Park offers such an inexhaustible array of marine life that they now believe it one of the centers of global marine bio-diversity.

The service standard aboard this fine vessel is European and her interior service appointments are excellent. Her Swiss operators are full on Professional !
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KLM Duyung 2006
Dive Selayar Island, South Sulawesi THE WALL EXPRESS (Oct-Mar)
SULAWESI TO KOMODO AND KOMODO DIVING (May-Sept) 7 Days/ 6 Nights
(With 3 full days of unlimited World Class diving, Great FOOD and a fantastic Speedboat for effective use of time and dive site access.

DIVE SELAYAR & TAKABONERATE
DIVE KOMODO NATIONAL PARK
If you’re looking for a great 5-day world-class live-aboard dive, this program offers you untouched reefs and minimal cruising time to one of Indonesia’s best wall dives. This program operates on two seasonality’s with weekly departures for the East side of the island from October through March which frankly provides some of Indonesia’s best and unknown Wall Dives. Then KLM Duyung cruises the West Side of Selayar from May - September and provides access to some great dives, pristine beaches and simply some time away from everything. If you travel plans call for visiting Tanah Toraja in South Sulawesi, either of these programs will round out your holiday time and give you a truly fantastic experience.

Diving Komodo NEW SCHEDULE
7 Days/ 6 Nights
160USD Per Day “All Inclusive”

DIVE KOMODO NATIONAL PARK
This Multi-lingual vessel has moved to Komodo for the 2006 season. Her Swiss and American owners are both Dive Insturctors and if your looking for a sweet little boat, this one promises to be a fun time operation. The vessel will stay in the port of Labuhan Bajo nearest to the Komodo National Park. You just jump a flight from Bali and you are there ! The trip ends and you just fly back out.

This vessel offers a full range of PADI intruction courses, if you want to make full use of your dive on this Komodo Dive Holiday.

This fine little vessel is also available for private charter, anytime.
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KLM TimuKira 2006
Diving Raja Empat Islands, West Papua & Visit to the Banda Islands
11 - 15 Days
GOOD STANDARD OF SERVICE

DIVE RAJA EMPAT
DIVE KOMODO NATIONAL PARK
With the popularity of diving the Raja Empat Islands of West Papua, more and more vessels are programming scheduled departures to this Mecca for the Sport of International Diving. The vessel KLM TimuKira is another addition to the fleet of traditional vessels operating in this special region of the Archipelago.

We wish to call to your attention, that several departures are offered to visiting the Banda Islands, with this fine air-conditioned vessel.
Source : www.songlinecruises.com/liveaboard.php

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