
MS Ombak Putih dive boat review
The 42 meters Ombak Putih sails the waters of Indonesia as a traditional phinisi liveaboard vessel. Built in 1995 and thoroughly renovated in 2015, the Ombak Putih is not like the usual liveaboard. Indeed, it offers cultural immersion cruises, with snorkeling and other land and water activities available.
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Boat Cabins & Layout
The Ombak Putih offer 12 comfortable cabins for a maximum of 24 guests. As a floating 5 stars hotel, the Ombak Putih features lavish and comfortable accommodations. The cabins are complete with a full en-suite bathroom, individual climate control and towel refresh service. Also, the cabins have ample closet space.
You can stay in the type of cabin you want as there are 3 different possible accommodation. Indeed, you can either stay in a twin-shared cabin with bunk-beds, in a double bed cabin or in the triple cabin. All rooms are located on the lower deck.
You can check the latest schedule & prices for this liveaboard here.

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Ombak Putih’s On-board Facilities
The Ombak Putih’s lounge and dining room are combined to provide one massive social area. You will find a flat screen TV as well as complete entertainment system and small library of books.
Of course, there is little space for boredom of the Ombak Putih with activities such as snorkeling, volcano hikes, villages visits etc., on the schedule.

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Head outside to enjoy the ever-changing, breathtaking views of Indonesia. There is a massive sundeck on the top deck plus an outdoor lounge area on the main deck.
On the top deck, you’ll find cozy loungers and a stunning 360 view of Indonesia‘s unique landscape. Indeed, it’s also the perfect spot to enjoy a drink at night and contemplate a starry sky.

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Vessel Layout
The sturdy Ombak Putih is a one of a kind ship in Indonesia. Indeed, there are only a few cultural excursions cruises around. The Adelaar compares to the Ombak Putih in style and in type of cruises. The Adelaar is a much smaller boat, perfect for small charter group and offers mostly scuba diving cruises. The Ombak Putih is the perfect boat for the non diver that likes snorkeling and simply, sailing.

Activities On-board the Ombak Putih
The Ombak Putih offers a tremendous amount of different itineraries and activities vary accordingly. Indeed, with an extensive route that goes from Bali, to Komodo and out to the Banda Sea and Raja Ampat, there are endless possibilities.
Some examples of typical itineraries are Komodo cruise, Wallace Sails & Trails, Spice Island Cruise, Raja Ampat Snorkeling & Paddling and Bugis shipbuilder. Also, you can reach to them and propose a specific itinerary for your charter group.
Price starts at:
2,590$US for 7 days / 6 nights – Dances, Dragons & Magical Lakes
4,950$US for 10 days / 9 nights – Raja Ampat Snorkeling & Paddling
5,250$US for 10 days / 9 nights – Papua & Birds of Paradise
Where does this liveaboard dive boat go?
Check out the fabulous places where this dive boat travels to.
Note: some destinations may not be listed below, please enquire for more details.
Komodo Island
Diving in Komodo Islands is all about action! It is BIG fishes land! With wonderful coral, it is just incredible diving all year round.
Wakatobi
Wakatobi has some of the finest coral in the world, amazing biodiversity and one of the best places in the world for macro photography! On the right day, the visibility can be outstanding!
Raja Ampat
Richest Reef in the World, Amazing Biodiversity, Wonderful Coral, perfect place for underwater photography.
Gili Islands, Lombok
Diving in Gili islands is great for swimming with Turtles! It can also be a great spot to take your next diving course as the dives here are relatively cheap.
Lembeh Strait
Best Muck Diving in the World! One of the Best spot in the World for Macro Underwater Photography. Amazing Biodiversity!
Bunaken, Manado
Diving in Bunaken is just fantastic for wall Diving, Coral gardens, endless visibility, incredible biodiversity. Also staying on an isolated island is something really special to experience!
Tulamben
One of the best Wreck Dives in the World!!! And the most easy for sure, 30m from the Shore and starts at 4m deep! Fantastic Marine life and great Coral!
Pemuteran, Lovina
Pemuteran combines shore-access restoration reefs, short boat dives and rewarding macro excursions. Lovina is a separate north-coast base; Puri Jati and Secret Bay offer a different, sand-and-critter diving day.
Padang Bai
Padang Bai rewards close looking: sandy slopes, reef fish and tiny macro subjects near Blue Lagoon and Jepun, with more demanding offshore dives available when conditions suit.
Nusa Penida / Nusa Lembongan
Manta cleaning stations, seasonal sunfish and lively coral drifts make Penida and Lembongan memorable. The best dive is the one matched to the current, swell and experience of the group.
Menjangan Island
Menjangan’s reef shelves and coral-covered walls reward unhurried diving and snorkelling from mainland bases in northwest Bali. Clear water and sea fans are part of the appeal, with profiles and site choices matched to conditions and experience.
Candidasa
Candidasa’s offshore islets offer dramatic walls, schooling fish and reef-shark encounters, with seasonal sunfish possibilities. Strong, changeable currents make Tepekong, Mimpang and Biaha outings for suitably experienced divers and careful local planning.
Bali
Bali brings together the coral-covered Liberty wreck, east-coast macro life and the manta encounters and seasonal sunfish of Nusa Penida. Shore dives and drift dives suit different experience levels; currents, colder upwellings and the chosen base shape the trip.
Indonesia
From Bali's volcanic shores to Raja Ampat's coral gardens, discover Indonesia's wrecks, walls, manta encounters and remarkable macro life. The most rewarding region depends on the season, your experience and the diving you love.
Amed
Amed combines volcanic-sand macro dives, shallow reef gardens, artificial reefs and deeper walls. Shore entries and short jukung trips make a rewarding east-Bali base, with sites chosen for experience and conditions rather than a promise of current-free diving.
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Hi!
I’m Jacques, from France! I’m fascinated by the underwater world but I’m not quite a diver. Would a cruise like this one be recommended to me ? I would gladly snorkel and discover Indonesia’s remote areas culture. Are there other boat’s offering this but perhaps cheaper ?
Thank you!
Hej Erica,Vad härligt att du gillar böckerna sÃ¥ mycket. Jag blir superglad av att höra du vill läsa i förväg. SÃ¥ känner jag ocksÃ¥ när jag läser vissa bÃdrgec.AnkÃ¥en¶e Loke sÃ¥ har du mycket att se fram emot i trean! Han har en större roll än tidigare, men mer än sÃ¥ avslöjar jag inte =)/Henrik