The Damai I

Boutique Luxury Liveaboard Experience

For divers seeking elevated comfort, exceptional service and liveaboard diving in Indonesia, Damai I delivers a boutique experience. Designed for small groups and attentive hospitality, this vessel blends Indonesian craftsmanship with refined onboard comfort.

Damai I is ideal for discerning divers, underwater photographers and guests who value space, privacy and a high crew-to-guest ratio.

The Damai I

The Damai I is a traditional Indonesian phinisi crafted specifically for premium Raja Ampat liveaboards. Built for stability and long-range cruising, she navigates Raja Ampat’s diverse regions with ease — from the fish-filled channels of Dampier Strait to the colourful reefs of Misool.

With just 7 spacious staterooms, Damai I typically hosts a maximum of 12 guests, creating an intimate and relaxed atmosphere onboard. The vessel is supported by a professional Indonesian crew known for outstanding service and local expertise.

Large deck areas, dedicated camera facilities and thoughtful design make Damai I especially appealing to underwater photographers and guests who appreciate space between dives.

Accommodation

Each of the Damai I staterooms features:

Individually Controlled Air-Conditioning – Allows guests to adjust the cabin temperature for personal comfort.

En-Suite Bathroom – Private bathroom equipped with a hot and cold shower.

Comfortable & Practical Cabin Setup – Includes comfortable bedding with quality linens, ample storage space, and a desk or work area ideal for photographers.

Accommodation aboard Damai I is notably spacious compared to many liveaboards in the region. Cabins include a mix of lower-deck and upper-deck staterooms, offering privacy and generous layouts.

Between dives, guests can relax in the indoor lounge, shaded outdoor seating areas or expansive sun deck.

The Diving

Raja Ampat diving is world-class — and Damai I’s itineraries are carefully curated to showcase the region’s most celebrated Raja Ampat dive sites while avoiding overcrowding.

Expect thriving coral gardens with extraordinary biodiversity, manta ray cleaning stations, reef sharks, wobbegongs and schooling jacks, dense fish populations at Cape Kri and Sardine Reef, and macro treasures including pygmy seahorses and nudibranchs.

Damai I typically offers 3–4 dives per day, supported by spacious dive tenders that allow comfortable entry and exit. Dive briefings are thorough, and planning is aligned with tides and currents to optimise safety and marine life encounters.

Nitrox is available for certified divers.

Food Onboard

Dining aboard Damai I is an important part of the experience. Meals combine Indonesian flavours with international cuisine, freshly prepared and attractively presented.

Dietary preferences and restrictions can be accommodated with advance notice. Plant-based and vegan meal options are available, aligning perfectly with Infinite Blue Dive Travel’s focus on inclusive, conscious vegan dive travel.

Meals are typically served in a communal dining space that encourages relaxed conversation and connection after full dive days.

Liveaboard Facilities

• Safety: Life rafts, life jackets, fire detection systems, oxygen kits, first-aid equipment, GPS and radio communication
• Diving: Shaded dive deck, DIN/INT tanks, Nitrox, rinse stations, well-organised gear storage
• Photography Support: Dedicated camera room, charging stations, rinse tanks and workspace
• Comfort: Air-conditioned cabins, indoor salon, outdoor lounge areas, sun deck, daily housekeeping and fresh-water maker

Trip Exclusions

Trip prices generally exclude Raja Ampat Marine Park fees, port and fuel surcharges (payable onboard), dive equipment rental (if required), and optional training or certification fees. Exact costs will be confirmed when selecting your departure.