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TESTIMONIALS

Our slogan, “the Boutique Liveaboard”, expresses our vision of providing the highest quality in everything we do – from diving to dining, from our leisure activities to our exquisite accommodations – and, above all, providing outstanding service at all times to our guests.

As an example of this philosophy, we offer our guests the choice of both comfortable indoor and outdoor areas for relaxing and dining. During meals, there is always an extensive selection of dishes and a tantalizing list of fine wines. When resting in between dives, our guests have the possibility of indulging themselves in a relaxing massage on deck.

All amenities are provided for your well-being and we aim to offer a truly exceptional service to all on-board: you are all our special and honoured guests. In this respect, we believe that individual service with a personal touch makes all the difference. This personalized service, and the attention given to even the minute details of all aspects of our operations, are what differentiate the Arenui from conventional liveaboards.

Come discover for yourself the intimate, luxurious and warm atmosphere unique to the Arenui!

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GUEST COMMENTS

2025
17 Apr / Unnamed, USA

A great week! Experiencing a new part of Indonesia (and the world) from the Arenui was incredible—the remoteness, the beauty, the people, and the diversity, an the two land tours were great! Everyone onboard worked together as a team and all of them seemed to really enjoy their job. Can’t wait for the next trip on the Arenui!

2025
17 Apr / Doug and Betsy, USA

Thank you for a memorable trip!

We truly appreciate all your hard work—from the delicious food and clean staterooms to the excellent dive guiding, boat driving, and taking care of our equipment. And to the BEST cruise director on any liveaboard—thank you!

We love you all and hope to see you again soon!

2025
17 Apr / Tina, USA

This is a truly lovely ship with an exceptional crew, delicious food, amazing dive sites, and a great welcoming feel. It’s clear that everyone works crazy hard.

The artistic design of the whole ship is stunning, and the food is truly amazing—so much creativity and absolutely delicious!

Thank you for a great week!

2025
17 Apr / Unnamed, USA
All the crew members were fantastic, food was amazing, loved it all!!!!
2025
17 Apr / Unnamed, USA

The cook staff were very accommodating with any requests, and I really liked the cruise director—he is top notch!

2025
17 Apr / Saundra, USA
Wonderful trip! Amazing diving, great hard working staff, loved it!
2025
05 Apr / Michele, USA

Repeat customer, and I have no complaints—service was outstanding. The crew were especially responsive to extra support needs, going above and beyond their duties to attend to every detail. Rooms were always clean and tidy.

Special kudos to the cruise directors, divemasters, and crew for all their attention and support. Loved the boat!! The food was outstanding with great variety and choice

2025
05 Apr / Joe, USA

The boat was just as I remembered it from 6 years ago. The staff of Arenui runs like a well-oiled operation—always helpful, cheerful, and full of positive energy. The diving was even better than expected, and the food and service were the best I’ve experienced at any dive resort

2025
05 Apr / Cherie, USA

The ship is beautiful, the cabins are pretty and comfy, and the food was fantastic—beautifully presented. Arief was the highlight of the trip! Natalia and Alex were awesome, and Fred took great care of us underwater. I loved the diving—so easy, and I didn’t have to lift a finger. What service! This trip was on the higher end of my budget, but absolutely worth it. I truly hope I can come again sometime!

2025
05 Apr / Ray, USA

Great crew—everyone really took the time to get to know me. There was a great variety of food offerings from start to finish.

This was my first trip to Indonesia, and my expectations were high and the destinations were beautiful!

2025
05 Apr / Margo, USA
Fantastic charter! Great cabins and food service, Mario and crew are great, the diving was fantastic and even the offie crew were great!
2025
23 Mar / Mary, USA
Everyone was awesome, excellent trip!
2025
23 Mar / Patricia, USA

Beautiful boat, and the food was beyond amazing! The crew went above and beyond to assist every guest. Tian was a wonderful guide, and being in a group with similar diving skills really maximized our enjoyment of the dives. All the information provided prior to the trip regarding travel logistics was extremely helpful. Thank you!! What a wonderful experience!!

2025
23 Mar / Kevin, USA
Trip of a life time! Loved every second of it, the staff was incredible and diving was awesome!
2025
23 Mar / Paul, USA
Thanks to all, especially Arief! All the best wishes
2025
10 Mar / Kathy, USA

Every single crew member had our safety and happiness in mind. Everything ran like clockwork, and this holiday far exceeded my expectations!

2025
10 Mar / Robert & Joanne, USA

The boat accommodated our every need—it’s well laid out and provides every comfort. Everyone—and I mean everyone—was friendly, professional, and incredibly helpful in every way possible.

Table service and the stewards’ help with dive clothing were truly over the top. Absolutely excellent service in every area, in every way. The diving was spectacular! The briefings were perfect, the dive masters were excellent, and the boat tenders were incredible—no complaints at all. The chef and crew delivered an incredible menu with a wide variety of perfectly cooked meals. We really enjoyed the originality and deliciousness of every dish!

2025
10 Mar / Lee, USA

Loved every minute! Looking forward to the next trip—the crew were all fantastic, and the food had a wonderful variety!

2025
10 Mar / Unnamed, USA

Enjoyed the all-wood boat—stable and smooth riding. Great service with lots of help from a fun crew  who are enthusiastic about their jobs. The farewell party was a blast!

The diving was everything we hoped for—and more

2025
10 Mar / Connie, USA

A wonderful, well-built boat. All the crew were incredibly friendly and helpful. I did all the dives—an amazing experience, just as promised and even better! Amazing soups, excellent variety and flavor, well done!

2025
10 Mar / Unnamed, USA

Enjoyed the all-wood boat—stable and smooth riding. Great service with lots of help from a fun crew  who are enthusiastic about their jobs. The farewell party was a blast!

The diving was everything we hoped for—and more

2024
20 Sep / Blaine & Stephie, USA
This is our fourth trip to Indonesia, and the Arenui is by far the best of the best! We won’t be sailing on any other boat from now on and will highly recommend it to others. It couldn’t have been better—bravo! The experience truly exceeded our expectations.
2024
20 Sep / Beverly, USA
This is a beautiful boat, and the crew made it incredibly comfortable and relaxing. It was a special trip for us, and this was the perfect boat with the perfect crew. The food was wonderful, and the crew was top-notch! We also loved the diversity of coral species
2024
20 Sep / Unnamed, USA
We've been on seven liveaboards before, and this one had the best food by far. The boat was fantastic, and the staff were outstanding. Every dive was excellent and as effortless as diving can be. The massage staff were amazing. No complaints at all!
2024
20 Sep / Uli, USA
The boat is absolutely beautiful, and I loved all the personal touches and decorations. Everything was both practical and useful. The cooking crew was amazing, offering so many alternative vegetarian options! Everyone was incredibly friendly, helpful, and always ready to assist. The crew is 5 stars!! I felt safe and well-guided throughout the trip. It was my first time in Indonesia, and I will definitely be back. Thank you for an unforgettable experience!
2024
07 Sep / Fritz, USA
Excellent vessel overall! Thank you for the extensive vegetarian menu and effort.
2024
07 Sep / Stan, USA
Lucky was an excellent dive guide, especially when it came to helping photographers. For dives, the red fins were very helpful. The boat itself was outstanding, offering great storage in the rooms and convenient charging areas
2024
07 Sep / Karen, USA
I'm already looking forward to returning in the future, this was the best trip ever! The crew was absolutely amazing, and I really appreciate all the accommodations made for vegetarians!
2024
07 Sep / Unnamed, USA
The entire crew was courteous and a pleasure to be around. It was nice to have a divemaster assigned to only 4 or 5 dives. Chef Mario and his kitchen team were fantastic!
2019
06 Oct / Wally, USA
Super duper crew and an awesome ship. The most comfortable liveaboard we’ve stayed on.
2019
06 Oct / Kathy, USA
I loved it so much I want to make it an annual trip. Best dive trip I’ve ever been on. Incredible service! I’ve never had such an easy, carefree trip. So nice to have someone help pull off wetsuits, rinse & hang them & take care of our gear. Dive masters & cruise directors awesome. Jose’s talks added so much to the top. I could look at a reef and know what I was seeing. Really enhanced the experience. Everything was superb. Loved the opportunity to see so many sites and look forward to more trips on Arenui. Kai & Jose are incredible assets to the crew and to our trip. Loved the rapport and camaraderie of the crew. Service across the boat was super!’
2019
06 Oct / Debra, USA
Room was beautiful & comfortable. Food and beverages: Always plentiful & excellent. The Arenui’s best asset is the cohesive crew. Everything functions seamlessly. The crew was especially kind the few days I was feeling ill . Always amazing. Great divemasters.
2019
01 Oct / Britney, USA
All excellent. This was an amazing experience and by far one of the best trips I have ever had. The crew and staff was amazing. I’m looking forward to coming back and diving with you all again!
2019
01 Oct / Kam, USA
All crew were wonderful. Food and beverage: All excellent....wonderful choices & presentation. Thank you for the special attention for birthdays. From the moment we stepped on board, special treatment abounded. Our names were all known to the crew by end of the day.
2019
01 Oct / Lisa, USA
This was everything I hoped it would be! Loved the whole set up. Very well thought out and planned perfectly. The crew/staff was excellent! Thank you for everything
2019
01 Oct / Mike, USA
All excellent. Dive master excellent at finding – just followed with camera. Found Lembeh sea dragon, Pygmy seahorse, beautiful mantas in clear water.
2019
05 May / Nathan, USA
The Boat: Everything was great from the amenities to everything in general.  The Diving: Ronald, Ronald, Ronald is the man!! Our guide an amazing at that. The Crew: Rock stars all around. Food and Beverage: Top notch.  
2019
05 May / Werner, USA
It’s the last day ….we are departing the Arenui tomorrow morning.
Everything went 100% perfect…..not a single complaint from anybody!!!!
WE HAD A FANTASTIC TRIP!!!!
Thank you again for the great 10-year anniversary wine…….we did not use it all because you were way to generous !!!
I trained Bob and Nathan for future trips to be our group leaders………I have been doing this to train future group leaders.
They both love the Arenui and its team and they will do a great job running trips for O.E.
The entire team was truly outstanding…..and I want to specially compliment you for having Jose on board…..everybody loved his presentations, his great personality !!!! and his upbeat and positive attitude!  HE MADE OUR TRIP VERY SPECIAL  and everybody just really appreciated him!!
2019
05 May / Anonymous, USA
My cabin was great! Amazing food; loved the fresh fruit and veggies each meal. I loved Jose’s talks and could have more. Great to have him on board and brought more value to dives. The loved photo contest; loved looking at Jose’s photos and getting the hard drive, great idea! Also, guys on the tenders were awesome. Mario and Kadek were amazing.  
2019
05 May / Anonymous, USA
Could not ask for a better second trip on the Arenui. Fantastic trip. Saw a couple of average reefs but for the most part great.  Food and Beverage: too great and ate too much.
2025
17 Apr / Unnamed, USA

A great week! Experiencing a new part of Indonesia (and the world) from the Arenui was incredible—the remoteness, the beauty, the people, and the diversity, an the two land tours were great! Everyone onboard worked together as a team and all of them seemed to really enjoy their job. Can’t wait for the next trip on the Arenui!

2025
17 Apr / Doug and Betsy, USA

Thank you for a memorable trip!

We truly appreciate all your hard work—from the delicious food and clean staterooms to the excellent dive guiding, boat driving, and taking care of our equipment. And to the BEST cruise director on any liveaboard—thank you!

We love you all and hope to see you again soon!

2025
17 Apr / Tina, USA

This is a truly lovely ship with an exceptional crew, delicious food, amazing dive sites, and a great welcoming feel. It’s clear that everyone works crazy hard.

The artistic design of the whole ship is stunning, and the food is truly amazing—so much creativity and absolutely delicious!

Thank you for a great week!

2025
17 Apr / Unnamed, USA
All the crew members were fantastic, food was amazing, loved it all!!!!
2025
17 Apr / Unnamed, USA

The cook staff were very accommodating with any requests, and I really liked the cruise director—he is top notch!

2025
17 Apr / Saundra, USA
Wonderful trip! Amazing diving, great hard working staff, loved it!
2025
05 Apr / Michele, USA

Repeat customer, and I have no complaints—service was outstanding. The crew were especially responsive to extra support needs, going above and beyond their duties to attend to every detail. Rooms were always clean and tidy.

Special kudos to the cruise directors, divemasters, and crew for all their attention and support. Loved the boat!! The food was outstanding with great variety and choice

2025
05 Apr / Joe, USA

The boat was just as I remembered it from 6 years ago. The staff of Arenui runs like a well-oiled operation—always helpful, cheerful, and full of positive energy. The diving was even better than expected, and the food and service were the best I’ve experienced at any dive resort

2025
05 Apr / Cherie, USA

The ship is beautiful, the cabins are pretty and comfy, and the food was fantastic—beautifully presented. Arief was the highlight of the trip! Natalia and Alex were awesome, and Fred took great care of us underwater. I loved the diving—so easy, and I didn’t have to lift a finger. What service! This trip was on the higher end of my budget, but absolutely worth it. I truly hope I can come again sometime!

2025
05 Apr / Ray, USA

Great crew—everyone really took the time to get to know me. There was a great variety of food offerings from start to finish.

This was my first trip to Indonesia, and my expectations were high and the destinations were beautiful!

2025
05 Apr / Margo, USA
Fantastic charter! Great cabins and food service, Mario and crew are great, the diving was fantastic and even the offie crew were great!
2025
23 Mar / Mary, USA
Everyone was awesome, excellent trip!
2025
23 Mar / Patricia, USA

Beautiful boat, and the food was beyond amazing! The crew went above and beyond to assist every guest. Tian was a wonderful guide, and being in a group with similar diving skills really maximized our enjoyment of the dives. All the information provided prior to the trip regarding travel logistics was extremely helpful. Thank you!! What a wonderful experience!!

2025
23 Mar / Kevin, USA
Trip of a life time! Loved every second of it, the staff was incredible and diving was awesome!
2025
23 Mar / Paul, USA
Thanks to all, especially Arief! All the best wishes
2025
10 Mar / Robert & Joanne, USA

The boat accommodated our every need—it’s well laid out and provides every comfort. Everyone—and I mean everyone—was friendly, professional, and incredibly helpful in every way possible.

Table service and the stewards’ help with dive clothing were truly over the top. Absolutely excellent service in every area, in every way. The diving was spectacular! The briefings were perfect, the dive masters were excellent, and the boat tenders were incredible—no complaints at all. The chef and crew delivered an incredible menu with a wide variety of perfectly cooked meals. We really enjoyed the originality and deliciousness of every dish!

2025
10 Mar / Lee, USA

Loved every minute! Looking forward to the next trip—the crew were all fantastic, and the food had a wonderful variety!

2025
10 Mar / Unnamed, USA

Enjoyed the all-wood boat—stable and smooth riding. Great service with lots of help from a fun crew  who are enthusiastic about their jobs. The farewell party was a blast!

The diving was everything we hoped for—and more

2025
10 Mar / Connie, USA

A wonderful, well-built boat. All the crew were incredibly friendly and helpful. I did all the dives—an amazing experience, just as promised and even better! Amazing soups, excellent variety and flavor, well done!

2025
24 Feb / Unnamed, USA

The crew’s attention to guests and the service routines were excellent—I wish you had a second boat! The cruise directors are the cherry on top—truly incredible people. Great equipment, and no hassle at all with clothes and gear

2025
17 Apr / Doug and Betsy, USA

Thank you for a memorable trip!

We truly appreciate all your hard work—from the delicious food and clean staterooms to the excellent dive guiding, boat driving, and taking care of our equipment. And to the BEST cruise director on any liveaboard—thank you!

We love you all and hope to see you again soon!

2025
17 Apr / Tina, USA

This is a truly lovely ship with an exceptional crew, delicious food, amazing dive sites, and a great welcoming feel. It’s clear that everyone works crazy hard.

The artistic design of the whole ship is stunning, and the food is truly amazing—so much creativity and absolutely delicious!

Thank you for a great week!

2025
17 Apr / Saundra, USA
Wonderful trip! Amazing diving, great hard working staff, loved it!
2025
05 Apr / Joe, USA

The boat was just as I remembered it from 6 years ago. The staff of Arenui runs like a well-oiled operation—always helpful, cheerful, and full of positive energy. The diving was even better than expected, and the food and service were the best I’ve experienced at any dive resort

2025
05 Apr / Cherie, USA

The ship is beautiful, the cabins are pretty and comfy, and the food was fantastic—beautifully presented. Arief was the highlight of the trip! Natalia and Alex were awesome, and Fred took great care of us underwater. I loved the diving—so easy, and I didn’t have to lift a finger. What service! This trip was on the higher end of my budget, but absolutely worth it. I truly hope I can come again sometime!

2025
05 Apr / Ray, USA

Great crew—everyone really took the time to get to know me. There was a great variety of food offerings from start to finish.

This was my first trip to Indonesia, and my expectations were high and the destinations were beautiful!

2025
05 Apr / Margo, USA
Fantastic charter! Great cabins and food service, Mario and crew are great, the diving was fantastic and even the offie crew were great!
2025
23 Mar / Patricia, USA

Beautiful boat, and the food was beyond amazing! The crew went above and beyond to assist every guest. Tian was a wonderful guide, and being in a group with similar diving skills really maximized our enjoyment of the dives. All the information provided prior to the trip regarding travel logistics was extremely helpful. Thank you!! What a wonderful experience!!

2025
23 Mar / Kevin, USA
Trip of a life time! Loved every second of it, the staff was incredible and diving was awesome!
2025
10 Mar / Robert & Joanne, USA

The boat accommodated our every need—it’s well laid out and provides every comfort. Everyone—and I mean everyone—was friendly, professional, and incredibly helpful in every way possible.

Table service and the stewards’ help with dive clothing were truly over the top. Absolutely excellent service in every area, in every way. The diving was spectacular! The briefings were perfect, the dive masters were excellent, and the boat tenders were incredible—no complaints at all. The chef and crew delivered an incredible menu with a wide variety of perfectly cooked meals. We really enjoyed the originality and deliciousness of every dish!

2025
10 Mar / Connie, USA

A wonderful, well-built boat. All the crew were incredibly friendly and helpful. I did all the dives—an amazing experience, just as promised and even better! Amazing soups, excellent variety and flavor, well done!

2025
24 Feb / Mary, USA

I am 79 years old and have been diving since 1968—and this has been my best diving experience!

I was very impressed with the boat—can’t think of a single way to improve it. The staff were not only highly competent but also seemed to genuinely enjoy their work—fun, courteous, and always helpful. Excellent food and fabulous diving!

2025
24 Feb / Brenda, USA

The boat was an excellent place to have a vacation. I can only say good things about your staff—they went out of their way to make me feel comfortable, happy, safe, and cared for. The rental equipment was top-notch, and I feel completely satisfied!

2025
11 Feb / Denise, USA
The cooks were amazing—totally catered to my dietary needs in every aspect and every meal! I can’t thank them enough. Mario, thank you, thank you! The entire crew was incredible—always smiling, laughing, and in a great mood every day. Such a fantastic experience! Saw so many incredible fish, especially the mantas! This was my second time in Indonesia, and it was even better—I saw more fish and had a great dive master who catered to me, making for a calm and enjoyable week of diving
2025
11 Feb / Martin and Lori, USA
Thank you to the chef and the entire kitchen staff—the food was fantastic and went above and beyond our expectations! The staff was incredibly skillful and professional. We truly appreciate your patience and assistance throughout the trip. Not sure how you chose the dive sites, but they were amazing! This was a top 3 lifetime trip for us
2025
30 Jan / Barbara, USA
Excellent food, excellent service! The best part of Arenui is the team—always enthusiastic, kind, and cheerful. The diving is absolutely top-notch, and the service is extraordinary. The dive masters are highly professional, making every dive an incredible experience. We can’t wait to get back to the Arenui!
2025
30 Jan / Unnamed, USA
Mario and the kitchen team were amazing—every special request was met! The entire crew was outstanding—friendly, attentive, and went beyond our expectations. It was also great to be exposed to multiple guides
2025
02 Jan / Kenzie, USA
Very comfortable and roomy, beautiful woodwork and details. Amazing diving! Loved the dressing and undressing for wetsuits. The staff were the heart of Arenui, delivering friendly and professional service that anticipated your needs before you even articulate them. They truly make you feel at home on the water contributing to the overall experience and enjoyment of the trip
2025
02 Jan / N, USA
Very good decoration, clean and comfortable, so much food, lots of fresh fruit! Excellent diving! Fahmi was a great spotter, we had a wonderful time, staff, crew, dive masters all great and talented too!
2024
18 Dec / Deb, USA
Best dive trip ever
2025
17 Apr / Doug and Betsy, USA

Thank you for a memorable trip!

We truly appreciate all your hard work—from the delicious food and clean staterooms to the excellent dive guiding, boat driving, and taking care of our equipment. And to the BEST cruise director on any liveaboard—thank you!

We love you all and hope to see you again soon!

2025
17 Apr / Tina, USA

This is a truly lovely ship with an exceptional crew, delicious food, amazing dive sites, and a great welcoming feel. It’s clear that everyone works crazy hard.

The artistic design of the whole ship is stunning, and the food is truly amazing—so much creativity and absolutely delicious!

Thank you for a great week!

2025
17 Apr / Unnamed, USA
All the crew members were fantastic, food was amazing, loved it all!!!!
2025
05 Apr / Michele, USA

Repeat customer, and I have no complaints—service was outstanding. The crew were especially responsive to extra support needs, going above and beyond their duties to attend to every detail. Rooms were always clean and tidy.

Special kudos to the cruise directors, divemasters, and crew for all their attention and support. Loved the boat!! The food was outstanding with great variety and choice

2025
05 Apr / Joe, USA

The boat was just as I remembered it from 6 years ago. The staff of Arenui runs like a well-oiled operation—always helpful, cheerful, and full of positive energy. The diving was even better than expected, and the food and service were the best I’ve experienced at any dive resort

2025
05 Apr / Cherie, USA

The ship is beautiful, the cabins are pretty and comfy, and the food was fantastic—beautifully presented. Arief was the highlight of the trip! Natalia and Alex were awesome, and Fred took great care of us underwater. I loved the diving—so easy, and I didn’t have to lift a finger. What service! This trip was on the higher end of my budget, but absolutely worth it. I truly hope I can come again sometime!

2025
05 Apr / Ray, USA

Great crew—everyone really took the time to get to know me. There was a great variety of food offerings from start to finish.

This was my first trip to Indonesia, and my expectations were high and the destinations were beautiful!

2025
05 Apr / Margo, USA
Fantastic charter! Great cabins and food service, Mario and crew are great, the diving was fantastic and even the offie crew were great!
2025
23 Mar / Patricia, USA

Beautiful boat, and the food was beyond amazing! The crew went above and beyond to assist every guest. Tian was a wonderful guide, and being in a group with similar diving skills really maximized our enjoyment of the dives. All the information provided prior to the trip regarding travel logistics was extremely helpful. Thank you!! What a wonderful experience!!

2025
10 Mar / Robert & Joanne, USA

The boat accommodated our every need—it’s well laid out and provides every comfort. Everyone—and I mean everyone—was friendly, professional, and incredibly helpful in every way possible.

Table service and the stewards’ help with dive clothing were truly over the top. Absolutely excellent service in every area, in every way. The diving was spectacular! The briefings were perfect, the dive masters were excellent, and the boat tenders were incredible—no complaints at all. The chef and crew delivered an incredible menu with a wide variety of perfectly cooked meals. We really enjoyed the originality and deliciousness of every dish!

2025
10 Mar / Lee, USA

Loved every minute! Looking forward to the next trip—the crew were all fantastic, and the food had a wonderful variety!

2025
24 Feb / Unnamed, USA

For those who haven’t been on the Arenui or a liveaboard before—we’ve had the time of our lives and appreciated every moment. We will be back!

Every person on board has been fantastic, always smiling and incredibly welcoming. You never feel like you’re putting anyone out by asking for something. The boat is beautiful, with amazing attention to detail—you can really tell how much care went into creating it. The variety and choices of food onboard are great for everyone!

2025
24 Feb / Andy, USA

What came out of the kitchen was five stars—the best dining I’ve ever had at any dive resort or on any liveaboard!

The camera handling was excellent. Having Kadek rinse, dry, and return my camera after every dive with such care and thoroughness was amazing. I so appreciated Ketut washing and hanging my dive gear, I will be booking a trip or two in the future, thank you!

2025
24 Feb / Gary, USA

It was a splurge for us, but after being here, we would absolutely do it again—and we hope to!

The attention to detail and the personal touch of learning everyone’s names truly puts the crew over the top. Taking only one group out at a time is SUPERB, and having help peeling off booties and wetsuits is the BEST! Real maple syrup was an outstanding touch of luxury!

2025
11 Feb / Denise, USA
The cooks were amazing—totally catered to my dietary needs in every aspect and every meal! I can’t thank them enough. Mario, thank you, thank you! The entire crew was incredible—always smiling, laughing, and in a great mood every day. Such a fantastic experience! Saw so many incredible fish, especially the mantas! This was my second time in Indonesia, and it was even better—I saw more fish and had a great dive master who catered to me, making for a calm and enjoyable week of diving
2025
11 Feb / Martin and Lori, USA
Thank you to the chef and the entire kitchen staff—the food was fantastic and went above and beyond our expectations! The staff was incredibly skillful and professional. We truly appreciate your patience and assistance throughout the trip. Not sure how you chose the dive sites, but they were amazing! This was a top 3 lifetime trip for us
2025
11 Feb / Shawna, USA
The best crew all week—truly amazing! This trip did not disappoint—simply the best! Excellent food with so many delicious dishes—absolutely fantastic!
2025
30 Jan / Barbara, USA
Excellent food, excellent service! The best part of Arenui is the team—always enthusiastic, kind, and cheerful. The diving is absolutely top-notch, and the service is extraordinary. The dive masters are highly professional, making every dive an incredible experience. We can’t wait to get back to the Arenui!
2025
30 Jan / Kat, USA
Such a beautiful boat—this trip was an absolute delight! I’ve never eaten so well on a vacation, and I’m going to miss the pastrami so much! You are all such gracious hosts—thank you for everything. At first, I wasn’t used to having my kit set up for me, but after seeing your care and expertise, I was able to relax and appreciate it. This was truly a trip of a lifetime. I knew it would be wonderful, but you have all completely exceeded my expectations. Thank you so much for this gift!
2025
30 Jan / Unnamed, USA
Mario and the kitchen team were amazing—every special request was met! The entire crew was outstanding—friendly, attentive, and went beyond our expectations. It was also great to be exposed to multiple guides
2025
17 Apr / Unnamed, USA

A great week! Experiencing a new part of Indonesia (and the world) from the Arenui was incredible—the remoteness, the beauty, the people, and the diversity, an the two land tours were great! Everyone onboard worked together as a team and all of them seemed to really enjoy their job. Can’t wait for the next trip on the Arenui!

2025
17 Apr / Doug and Betsy, USA

Thank you for a memorable trip!

We truly appreciate all your hard work—from the delicious food and clean staterooms to the excellent dive guiding, boat driving, and taking care of our equipment. And to the BEST cruise director on any liveaboard—thank you!

We love you all and hope to see you again soon!

2025
17 Apr / Tina, USA

This is a truly lovely ship with an exceptional crew, delicious food, amazing dive sites, and a great welcoming feel. It’s clear that everyone works crazy hard.

The artistic design of the whole ship is stunning, and the food is truly amazing—so much creativity and absolutely delicious!

Thank you for a great week!

2025
17 Apr / Unnamed, USA
All the crew members were fantastic, food was amazing, loved it all!!!!
2025
17 Apr / Unnamed, USA

The cook staff were very accommodating with any requests, and I really liked the cruise director—he is top notch!

2025
17 Apr / Saundra, USA
Wonderful trip! Amazing diving, great hard working staff, loved it!
2024
24 Oct / Mike, USA
Excellent all the way around. No issues with anything related with the boat or crew, no request to that they would not find a way to accommodate
2024
24 Oct / Stephanie, USA
Thank you!! Everyone is professional, courteous, kind and fun as usual. Special thanks and kudos to Natalia, Alex and Lucky! The food was wonderful and I appreciate the multiple options and ability to accommodate diet restrictions. Safety was paramount and greatly approached and the boat is beautiful as always!
2024
24 Oct / Nancy, USA
The Arenui is the best as always!! Everyone is awesome and we can't wait to come back!
2024
24 Oct / Greg, USA
I thoroughly enjoyed the trip and will definitely dive with Arenui again! The destinations were awesome, and great operation overall. The crew was amazingly helpful—I didn’t even have to take off my own fins! The food was amazing, and the boat, along with its amenities, was beautiful throughout
2024
10 Oct / Pam, Australia
This was our third trip—Raja in 2013, Komodo in 2019—and once again, the experience was outstanding! The food was by far the best we’ve ever had on a dive trip. The service just keeps getting better, and we really appreciated all the help with swimsuits and wetsuits. The tender crews were fantastic as well. Our bags were delayed, so we used rental equipment on the first day, we were so encouraged to see such healthy reefs—some of the best in the world, in our experience. The crew is always the best, and Mario and his team are nothing short of amazing. Mario had better still be here when we come back next time!
2024
10 Oct / Unnamed, Australia
Wonderful food and fantastic hosts! Mario made yummy food and went above and beyond. Areef was always on top of anything you could possibly need, and Dino kept us entertained with great stories and served up delicious coffees! The crew worked so well together—special thanks to Fahmi and our tender crew, Kadek for the wonderful massages, and Ketut for all the help after diving!
2024
30 Sep / Unnamed, USA
Fantastic trip! 10 out of 10! Great diving and great staff, I even booked four more trips while onboard! The staff was incredible, and the service was truly top-notch. The chef is like a “3-star Michelin” chef—the food was absolutely amazing. Everything was superb!
2024
30 Sep / Unnamed, USA
Fantastic week. So glad we extended our trip! Mario is sooooo talented and Dino and Areef are our favorite new additions to the Arenui family. The diving had a great mix of pelagics and tiny critters
2024
30 Sep / Amanda, USA
Arenui never fails to exceed my expectations, it’s just as spectacular and beautiful as the first time I boarded her in 2016. Mario is an outstanding chef—the diversity of flavors and quality is unmatched. This is my fourth trip, and it’s just as memorable as the first. The food and selection were exceptional! The teamwork among the crew was fantastic—teamwork truly makes the dream work! I absolutely loved the dives on this cruise, with so much diversity to explore
2024
20 Sep / Blaine & Stephie, USA
This is our fourth trip to Indonesia, and the Arenui is by far the best of the best! We won’t be sailing on any other boat from now on and will highly recommend it to others. It couldn’t have been better—bravo! The experience truly exceeded our expectations.
2024
20 Sep / Beverly, USA
This is a beautiful boat, and the crew made it incredibly comfortable and relaxing. It was a special trip for us, and this was the perfect boat with the perfect crew. The food was wonderful, and the crew was top-notch! We also loved the diversity of coral species
2024
20 Sep / Unnamed, USA
We've been on seven liveaboards before, and this one had the best food by far. The boat was fantastic, and the staff were outstanding. Every dive was excellent and as effortless as diving can be. The massage staff were amazing. No complaints at all!
2024
20 Sep / Uli, USA
The boat is absolutely beautiful, and I loved all the personal touches and decorations. Everything was both practical and useful. The cooking crew was amazing, offering so many alternative vegetarian options! Everyone was incredibly friendly, helpful, and always ready to assist. The crew is 5 stars!! I felt safe and well-guided throughout the trip. It was my first time in Indonesia, and I will definitely be back. Thank you for an unforgettable experience!
2019
18 Nov / Andrew, USA
  Everything about the Arenui says classy while never becoming pretentious. Most important, every single crew member is friendly and kind. Food & Beverage: excellent. I may have lost weight only because the food was both healthy and tasty. Every single person is kind, and the crew are the best part of this trip, which is something considering the incredible diving. First class.  
2024
07 Sep / Fritz, USA
Excellent vessel overall! Thank you for the extensive vegetarian menu and effort.
2024
07 Sep / Stan, USA
Lucky was an excellent dive guide, especially when it came to helping photographers. For dives, the red fins were very helpful. The boat itself was outstanding, offering great storage in the rooms and convenient charging areas
2024
07 Sep / Karen, USA
I'm already looking forward to returning in the future, this was the best trip ever! The crew was absolutely amazing, and I really appreciate all the accommodations made for vegetarians!
2024
07 Sep / Unnamed, USA
The entire crew was courteous and a pleasure to be around. It was nice to have a divemaster assigned to only 4 or 5 dives. Chef Mario and his kitchen team were fantastic!
2022
06 Oct / Unnamed, Canada
The boat is the best I have ever experienced, the crew go above and beyond. The diving, just WOW. I have already booked my next trip!
2022
06 Oct / Mary, Canada
The Arenui is extremely well organized and run. Excellent crew all round. 10 out of 10! Would love to come on any trip with you.
2022
06 Oct / Unnamed, Canada
Everything was superb, all crew were great! Would love to sail with you in Raja
2022
06 Oct / Brad, Canada
10 out of 10 Amazing experience!! Happy to have had it, sad to be going home, glad were booked again.
2022
06 Oct / Unnamed, Canada
Completely Excellent!!  
2022
06 Oct / Josh, Canada
Amazing choice in dive sites 10 out of 10 Everyone was so friendly Thanks for having my favourite beer! I love the Arenui!  
2022
06 Oct / Stephen, Canada
The boat is beautiful and perfect, the food is UNBELEIVABLE! The diving was incredible.
2022
06 Oct / Unnamed, Canada
The best holiday I have ever had, all staff were amazing. It’s clear they work very hard for us The boat is gorgeous! Every meal was AMAZING! The diving was SPECTACULAR. The best possible, could not be better.
2022
06 Oct / Tammy, Canada
What a great operation. Team worked very well together. We can hardly wait to get back here, the divemasters are awesome and always tried to find you what you wanted to see. I would not think of booking any other liveaboard in this part of the world other than THE ARENUI! You have spoiled us and our travelers. Well done!!!  
2022
06 Oct / Unnamed, Canada
I don’t normally give so many top ranks at once – usually always room for improvement. However, the Arenui crew and everything was so amazing that I had no other option then 10 out of 10. Can’t wait for my next visit.
2022
06 Oct / Steve, Canada
The diving is world class, the only improvement would be on the tender engines. The food was amazing, beyond the world class Komodo diving this was the next stand out from our week. Excellent boat facilities. This has been the best diving experience I have ever had, Famhi was a joy to be with in and out of the water. Would love to visit Raja with you.
2022
27 Sep / Unnamed, USA
Everything was excellent, crew are all polite, helpful and friendly. Best boat ever!
2022
27 Sep / Carolyn, USA
Nicest liveaboard I’ve been on Crew was fabulous. 5 out of 5
2022
27 Sep / Unnamed, Canada
Everything was superb, friendly and amazing staff!
2022
27 Sep / Dan, USA
Amazing people, everyone always had a smile on their face, Super polite and helpful crew. It will be tough going back to the Caribbean, would love to come on any trip offered.  
2022
27 Sep / Unnamed, USA
Great accommodations, loved the food choices. Crew are helpful, happy and informative. Incredible dives!  
2025
05 Apr / Michele, USA

Repeat customer, and I have no complaints—service was outstanding. The crew were especially responsive to extra support needs, going above and beyond their duties to attend to every detail. Rooms were always clean and tidy.

Special kudos to the cruise directors, divemasters, and crew for all their attention and support. Loved the boat!! The food was outstanding with great variety and choice

2025
05 Apr / Joe, USA

The boat was just as I remembered it from 6 years ago. The staff of Arenui runs like a well-oiled operation—always helpful, cheerful, and full of positive energy. The diving was even better than expected, and the food and service were the best I’ve experienced at any dive resort

2025
05 Apr / Cherie, USA

The ship is beautiful, the cabins are pretty and comfy, and the food was fantastic—beautifully presented. Arief was the highlight of the trip! Natalia and Alex were awesome, and Fred took great care of us underwater. I loved the diving—so easy, and I didn’t have to lift a finger. What service! This trip was on the higher end of my budget, but absolutely worth it. I truly hope I can come again sometime!

2025
05 Apr / Ray, USA

Great crew—everyone really took the time to get to know me. There was a great variety of food offerings from start to finish.

This was my first trip to Indonesia, and my expectations were high and the destinations were beautiful!

2025
05 Apr / Margo, USA
Fantastic charter! Great cabins and food service, Mario and crew are great, the diving was fantastic and even the offie crew were great!
2025
23 Mar / Mary, USA
Everyone was awesome, excellent trip!
2025
23 Mar / Patricia, USA

Beautiful boat, and the food was beyond amazing! The crew went above and beyond to assist every guest. Tian was a wonderful guide, and being in a group with similar diving skills really maximized our enjoyment of the dives. All the information provided prior to the trip regarding travel logistics was extremely helpful. Thank you!! What a wonderful experience!!

2025
23 Mar / Kevin, USA
Trip of a life time! Loved every second of it, the staff was incredible and diving was awesome!
2025
23 Mar / Paul, USA
Thanks to all, especially Arief! All the best wishes
2025
10 Mar / Kathy, USA

Every single crew member had our safety and happiness in mind. Everything ran like clockwork, and this holiday far exceeded my expectations!

2025
10 Mar / Robert & Joanne, USA

The boat accommodated our every need—it’s well laid out and provides every comfort. Everyone—and I mean everyone—was friendly, professional, and incredibly helpful in every way possible.

Table service and the stewards’ help with dive clothing were truly over the top. Absolutely excellent service in every area, in every way. The diving was spectacular! The briefings were perfect, the dive masters were excellent, and the boat tenders were incredible—no complaints at all. The chef and crew delivered an incredible menu with a wide variety of perfectly cooked meals. We really enjoyed the originality and deliciousness of every dish!

2025
10 Mar / Lee, USA

Loved every minute! Looking forward to the next trip—the crew were all fantastic, and the food had a wonderful variety!

2025
10 Mar / Unnamed, USA

Enjoyed the all-wood boat—stable and smooth riding. Great service with lots of help from a fun crew  who are enthusiastic about their jobs. The farewell party was a blast!

The diving was everything we hoped for—and more

2025
10 Mar / Connie, USA

A wonderful, well-built boat. All the crew were incredibly friendly and helpful. I did all the dives—an amazing experience, just as promised and even better! Amazing soups, excellent variety and flavor, well done!

2025
24 Feb / Unnamed, USA

The crew’s attention to guests and the service routines were excellent—I wish you had a second boat! The cruise directors are the cherry on top—truly incredible people. Great equipment, and no hassle at all with clothes and gear

2025
24 Feb / Mary, USA

I am 79 years old and have been diving since 1968—and this has been my best diving experience!

I was very impressed with the boat—can’t think of a single way to improve it. The staff were not only highly competent but also seemed to genuinely enjoy their work—fun, courteous, and always helpful. Excellent food and fabulous diving!

2025
24 Feb / Brenda, USA

The boat was an excellent place to have a vacation. I can only say good things about your staff—they went out of their way to make me feel comfortable, happy, safe, and cared for. The rental equipment was top-notch, and I feel completely satisfied!

2025
24 Feb / Unnamed, USA

For those who haven’t been on the Arenui or a liveaboard before—we’ve had the time of our lives and appreciated every moment. We will be back!

Every person on board has been fantastic, always smiling and incredibly welcoming. You never feel like you’re putting anyone out by asking for something. The boat is beautiful, with amazing attention to detail—you can really tell how much care went into creating it. The variety and choices of food onboard are great for everyone!

2025
24 Feb / Laura, USA

This has been a trip we’ve been looking forward to for years—and we’re so happy with the experience and are definitely considering the Arenui for future trips to Indonesia.

The cruise directors, crew, and divemasters were outstanding. Without a doubt, the crew was one of the most amazing parts of the trip—so helpful, friendly, and a joy to be around.We enjoyed every meal, every day, and loved the daily meal descriptions. Really appreciated the flexibility with portion sizes too.

Thank you for a fabulous trip!

2025
24 Feb / Andy, USA

What came out of the kitchen was five stars—the best dining I’ve ever had at any dive resort or on any liveaboard!

The camera handling was excellent. Having Kadek rinse, dry, and return my camera after every dive with such care and thoroughness was amazing. I so appreciated Ketut washing and hanging my dive gear, I will be booking a trip or two in the future, thank you!

2025
17 Apr / Doug and Betsy, USA

Thank you for a memorable trip!

We truly appreciate all your hard work—from the delicious food and clean staterooms to the excellent dive guiding, boat driving, and taking care of our equipment. And to the BEST cruise director on any liveaboard—thank you!

We love you all and hope to see you again soon!

2025
05 Apr / Michele, USA

Repeat customer, and I have no complaints—service was outstanding. The crew were especially responsive to extra support needs, going above and beyond their duties to attend to every detail. Rooms were always clean and tidy.

Special kudos to the cruise directors, divemasters, and crew for all their attention and support. Loved the boat!! The food was outstanding with great variety and choice

2025
05 Apr / Joe, USA

The boat was just as I remembered it from 6 years ago. The staff of Arenui runs like a well-oiled operation—always helpful, cheerful, and full of positive energy. The diving was even better than expected, and the food and service were the best I’ve experienced at any dive resort

2025
05 Apr / Cherie, USA

The ship is beautiful, the cabins are pretty and comfy, and the food was fantastic—beautifully presented. Arief was the highlight of the trip! Natalia and Alex were awesome, and Fred took great care of us underwater. I loved the diving—so easy, and I didn’t have to lift a finger. What service! This trip was on the higher end of my budget, but absolutely worth it. I truly hope I can come again sometime!

2025
23 Mar / Patricia, USA

Beautiful boat, and the food was beyond amazing! The crew went above and beyond to assist every guest. Tian was a wonderful guide, and being in a group with similar diving skills really maximized our enjoyment of the dives. All the information provided prior to the trip regarding travel logistics was extremely helpful. Thank you!! What a wonderful experience!!

2025
10 Mar / Robert & Joanne, USA

The boat accommodated our every need—it’s well laid out and provides every comfort. Everyone—and I mean everyone—was friendly, professional, and incredibly helpful in every way possible.

Table service and the stewards’ help with dive clothing were truly over the top. Absolutely excellent service in every area, in every way. The diving was spectacular! The briefings were perfect, the dive masters were excellent, and the boat tenders were incredible—no complaints at all. The chef and crew delivered an incredible menu with a wide variety of perfectly cooked meals. We really enjoyed the originality and deliciousness of every dish!

2025
24 Feb / Unnamed, USA

The crew’s attention to guests and the service routines were excellent—I wish you had a second boat! The cruise directors are the cherry on top—truly incredible people. Great equipment, and no hassle at all with clothes and gear

2025
24 Feb / Unnamed, USA

For those who haven’t been on the Arenui or a liveaboard before—we’ve had the time of our lives and appreciated every moment. We will be back!

Every person on board has been fantastic, always smiling and incredibly welcoming. You never feel like you’re putting anyone out by asking for something. The boat is beautiful, with amazing attention to detail—you can really tell how much care went into creating it. The variety and choices of food onboard are great for everyone!

2025
24 Feb / Laura, USA

This has been a trip we’ve been looking forward to for years—and we’re so happy with the experience and are definitely considering the Arenui for future trips to Indonesia.

The cruise directors, crew, and divemasters were outstanding. Without a doubt, the crew was one of the most amazing parts of the trip—so helpful, friendly, and a joy to be around.We enjoyed every meal, every day, and loved the daily meal descriptions. Really appreciated the flexibility with portion sizes too.

Thank you for a fabulous trip!

2025
24 Feb / Andy, USA

What came out of the kitchen was five stars—the best dining I’ve ever had at any dive resort or on any liveaboard!

The camera handling was excellent. Having Kadek rinse, dry, and return my camera after every dive with such care and thoroughness was amazing. I so appreciated Ketut washing and hanging my dive gear, I will be booking a trip or two in the future, thank you!

2025
24 Feb / Gary, USA

It was a splurge for us, but after being here, we would absolutely do it again—and we hope to!

The attention to detail and the personal touch of learning everyone’s names truly puts the crew over the top. Taking only one group out at a time is SUPERB, and having help peeling off booties and wetsuits is the BEST! Real maple syrup was an outstanding touch of luxury!

2025
11 Feb / Diane, USA
Everything was great! Natalie and Alex were excellent hosts, and the entire team was so friendly and took such great care of us. I loved it!
2025
11 Feb / Martin and Lori, USA
Thank you to the chef and the entire kitchen staff—the food was fantastic and went above and beyond our expectations! The staff was incredibly skillful and professional. We truly appreciate your patience and assistance throughout the trip. Not sure how you chose the dive sites, but they were amazing! This was a top 3 lifetime trip for us
2025
30 Jan / Barbara, USA
Excellent food, excellent service! The best part of Arenui is the team—always enthusiastic, kind, and cheerful. The diving is absolutely top-notch, and the service is extraordinary. The dive masters are highly professional, making every dive an incredible experience. We can’t wait to get back to the Arenui!
2025
30 Jan / Kat, USA
Such a beautiful boat—this trip was an absolute delight! I’ve never eaten so well on a vacation, and I’m going to miss the pastrami so much! You are all such gracious hosts—thank you for everything. At first, I wasn’t used to having my kit set up for me, but after seeing your care and expertise, I was able to relax and appreciate it. This was truly a trip of a lifetime. I knew it would be wonderful, but you have all completely exceeded my expectations. Thank you so much for this gift!
2025
19 Jan / Unnamed, USA
All the staff were wonderful! Some of the best service we have experienced! Thank you! Fahmi, Dino, cruise director and everyone is so incredible!
2025
19 Jan / Unnamed, USA
Outstanding dive boat—the best I have ever experienced on any dive trip! The food and service during all meals were incredible, with Dino and Arief standing out throughout the trip. The crew was highly professional, service-oriented, friendly, and accommodating. The dive masters were exceptionally professional, extremely safe, and always attentive
2025
19 Jan / Unnamed, USA
Everyone was great, stewart Arief and Dino were very friendly and hardworking. Dive master always looked after me and made me feel safe, massage therapists were very nice as well
2025
12 Jan / Drew, Canada
I will compare all liveaboards to the standard you have set—I hope they measure up! Loved everything, especially the perfect breakfast setup. Special mention to Mario, Dino, and Arief for providing the best service. Fretz was amazing and so patient with us! This was my first liveaboard experience, and it’s been the best dive trip of my life so far. I hope to return to the Arenui in the future. Great staff all around, and a special shoutout to our Canadian cruise director!
2025
02 Jan / Kenzie, USA
Very comfortable and roomy, beautiful woodwork and details. Amazing diving! Loved the dressing and undressing for wetsuits. The staff were the heart of Arenui, delivering friendly and professional service that anticipated your needs before you even articulate them. They truly make you feel at home on the water contributing to the overall experience and enjoyment of the trip
2024
07 Nov / Unnamed, USA
The staff quickly learned our preferences and were always responsive. Everyone was friendly, engaging, and welcoming
2024
07 Nov / Karen, USA
Wonderful wine collection and amazing food variety and taste! The crew was beyond amazing! Always had a smile and always willing to help with everything. Many thanks for all the help dressing and undressing from dives! I have kept a brochure for over 10 years dreaming of this trip. It was worth the wait!
2019
21 Apr / Claudette, USA
Lovely Boat. Love the Arenui and all its crew. We are coming back 2020+2021!
2019
21 Apr / Lory Ann, USA
Fahmi is a delight, had such a great time with him. Jose is so gracious and enthusiastic. Fery, thanks so much for always hanging my bathing suit. Thanks for stocking burgers and popcorn! Wenton’s massages were great. I hurt my back one day and I really think it was because he fixed it that I was able to continue to dive. Eman, Hasan, Kurniawan were terrific on the tender. Mario is a gem, he and Kadek never missed a detail. Thanks for filling our room fridge with diet coke!  
2019
21 Apr / Rebecca, USA
I prefer macro but I learned to love wide angle. The sites uniquely incredible. All staff are exceptional, over the top. So helpful! I feel quite spoiled. Thank you for the vegan entrees!
2019
08 Apr / Brenda and Gary, USA
Anazing Boat. Our bed, linens, AC all room amenities were 5 star! The Diving: Amazing! Amazing! Amazing! I do believe we will be back again! The Crew: All members of staff were delightful, friendly and professional. Top notch! Kai was so organized. We all enjoyed Jose’s talks. Fery (DM) was professional. Mario and Kadek were great. All food was amazing. Fresh salad and fruit every day, fresh fish every day! So happy with the food and drinks! We loved your boat and all that came with it! Your crew was great. You’ve spoiled us. We hope to be back!
2019
08 Apr / Julie, USA
The boat was stunning in all areas! Kai made the trip!! Ronald was our DM, we loved him! All DM’s were wonderful and the boat crew too! Massage with Wayan is in my top 3 massages EVER! AMAZING! Surprise character (Best): Jose on boat
2019
08 Apr / Barry and Chris, USA
The whole staff was excellent! I accidently dropped my prescription googles off the dive tender and Herry jumped in and saved them! Loved Raja Ampat! We have never been so pampered.
2019
08 Apr / Scott, UK
Jose’s photo advise was invaluable for a newbie to u/w photography
2018
26 Nov / Margaret, USA
The Boat: All excellent. Everything is well looked after/maintained. Needs in any of the above areas are met! Exceeded by the staff. The Diving: All excellent. Destination was great and dive sites amazing. Briefings very informative so you know what to expect. The Crew: All excellent. Tender Drivers were very attentive to divers. Stewards learned names and likes so quickly. You had things before asking. 2nd to none! Always on the look out for critters and small things. Made the dives most interesting. Food and Beverages: All excellent. Great Food and choices. Quality and quantity was just right. The whole trip was beyond my wildest expectations. This truly was concierge diving- everything was done for you. Loved having DM’ s come up to Fish-ID and help with log books. As this was our first time in Indonesia, we did not know what to expect. We have been diving in other areas of the world but must say the Raja Ampat tour topped them all. The  staff on the Arenui caters to your every want. You are always greeted with a smile! They obviously love their jobs. Look for us again , we will be back.!!
2018
26 Nov / Brian & Linda, USA
The Boat: All excellent. I do not have anything to compare to but I can’t imagine that anything could be better. Linda found the single bed in our room very hard. { The Queen bed was a little crowded for both of us}. The Diving: All excellent. Although some sites better than others, each one was amazing. Anything we do in the future will probably come up short. The Crew: All excellent. Everyone was over the top courteous and helpful. G and Jose were entertaining at Dinner every night. Briefings were all informative . Timing and schedule were always right on. Jose’s education lessons were excellent. Mario and Kadek were non-stop helpful. Captain Syam was great to participate in the wedding ceremony. G was always extremely helpful and informative. Food and Beverage: All excellent. Top quality in all respects. Good choices, nothing ever disappointed. Everything was crisp and fresh- healthy and decadent in each dinner. All of the crews participation in the wedding made the vent even that much better. G’s choice of the site could not have been much better., the village tour , the view point climb and the cave visit were all great and a nice change. We all had a great time with the swim at the view point. Thanks to everyone. As a group we took a short tender ride through a pearl farm to a view point. After climbing the top { reasonable climb} we were treated to spectacular 360 views. Back on the jetty we all had a great swim in a crystal clear shallow lagoon.
2018
26 Nov / Lorraine, USA
The Boat: All excellent. Beautiful!! So well maintained. 5 Star. The Diving: All excellent. The staff are incredible. Knowledgable, caring and fun. The dive sites were varied and each  one special. Ronald and team are top notch. The Crew: All excellent. The crew is what made the trip extra special. Always ready to help. Science talks were super. Divemasters were outstanding. Stewards were so great. Really great team. 5 Stars. Food and Beverage: My diet and restrictions were not a problem. Plenty of awesome choices. G and Jose were outstanding and their leadership is reflected in how the whole staff performs. Thank you all for make this a trip for a lifetime. Adding the site trips was also very appreciated.  
2018
26 Nov / Daryl, USA
I chartered this ship for our 35th wedding anniversary. Travelled to Bali the fall of 2015 to ensure the Arenui met my expectations. It exceeded my expectations at first sight. I was told Raja Ampat was world class but until you experience it for yourself I feel you don’t really have any idea how awesome it is. The crew is without question the best part of the trip. The boat and the diving are great, but the crew really brings the experience together. The attention to detail is amazing. My sister was lucky enough to get married while on this cruise. The crew did an amazing job to make the wedding unforgettable. I am a foody, I love to cook, I enjoy culinary experiences, the Arenui culinary team exceeded my expectations in every regard. Thank you to all of the Arenui staff! Special thanks to Siska , she was awesome helping me to set up and execute the awesome anniversary adventure.
2018
26 Nov / Marcel, USA
The Boat: All excellent. The Diving: All Excellent. The Crew: All excellent. This team is a 1 in a million match. Great group of people on the ship. Keep it up. Food and Beverages: All excellent. This crew was asked to have a wedding on the ship. G organized an island wedding, a completely blew my mind. The greatest memory of my life. Mario is a gem and a great videographer. Loved the whole trip. Thank You.
2018
26 Nov / Bill & Virginia, USA
Exceptional diving and snorkeling, organizing great, help from the staff excellent. Cannot say enough about the dive sites and what we saw. The entire crew were amazing, kind, friendly , helpful and happy. Totally 5 star  from the captain to G and Jose they were all so much fun and always ready to help. They all took such great care of us- the service is truly exceptional. Food and Beverage: All excellent. I was very thirsty one day and I asked Mario what I could drink- he made me a lime aid that was excellent and thirst quenching. And he continued to make it for me throughout the trip. I don’t like to drink soft drinks or beer so it was a life saver. Special mention to Mario and Kadek, Hassan who snorkeled with me and made me more comfortable in the water, G and Jose who answered all our questions, and Fahmy who kept us smiling, really the whole staff was exceptional.
2018
26 Nov / Breanda, USA
Best diving I have ever done. Ferry was so very good. Everyone works so hard. Boat drivers etc. Lovely people all. I really miss you.  Again I can’t say enough. Just loved this whole adventure so much. I’ll probably be 10 lbs heavier when I get home. Food was so very good. I feel like this is a once in a life time experience but I would absolutely come back if I could. I can’t say how special this trip has been. Everyone has been fantastic. Great team. G, Fery, Jose and Mario- treasures all. I have never been so spoiled in  my life.
2018
26 Nov / Kim & Harold, USA
Such great variety. Catered to people who couldn’t eat certain things. Always something to eat. Can’t say enough about the crew. So helpful friendly and fabulous. Felt like family by the end of the trip.  They did everything for us. The diving was amazing. The amount and variety of fish was incredible. This has been a once in a life time adventure. Exceeded my expectations.
2017
24 Nov / Sam, USA
Fed us well, only complain is I gained weight 🙂 Been waiting to experience Indo and the Arenui for over 3 years. Didn’t disappoint. Thank you
2017
24 Nov / Jack, USA
Ronald and Andy are the best divemasters. Crew provides great service. Dive sites are great.  Chef is excellent. 5 star dining on a dive boat. Second time in Arenui. Found improvement in dive preparation area & other details. Really impressive. The best dive and liveaboard in the world. Thank you for the great trip.
2017
24 Nov / Anon,
Jose's presentation were great, helpful and educational. His photography skills were amazing & memorable.  I've a great, wonderful experience with Arenui. Friendly helpful staff, excellent foods, clean & comfortable room. Overall superb experience
2020
03 Mar / Barry, USA
Excellent in all areas: the boat, diving, food & beverages, the crew. The cabin we stayed in, Rama is beautiful.
2020
03 Mar / Steve, USA
Thank you for this life altering experience. Whoever does the selection of staff is to be commended as each and every member of the crew make the trip. Nice work on maintaining the wood of the boat. The food exceeded all my expectations!
2020
03 Mar / Dan, USA
The Arenui rocks on all dimensions! The crew works well together and is a five-star service. I leave with so many wonderful memories. I boarded the Arenui as an inexperienced diver and now I'm safer, better and a more relaxed diver.
2020
19 Feb / Joan, USA
The boat and cabin is very comfortable and always clean. Every meal we had was delicious! All crew this trip was fantastic. This is the most beautiful place in the world to dive!
2020
19 Feb / Fred, USA
We love Arenui trips - this is our third time cruising with them. The crew are amazing. The food is always well prepared and plentiful. Dives sites were most excellent on this cruise!
2020
19 Feb / Timm & Sherrie, USA
We loved that our wetsuits were waiting before each dive in our personalized space. We are amazed by the gourmet food. The chef and crew are outstanding. Amazing crew! DMs checked to see the conditions were good. Kai’s knowledge about securing a bagan with whale sharks was exceptional. Guido and Vicki will be great cruise directors! Best dive itinerary ever! Furnishings, positive and caring attitude of the crew and level of service exceeds all other liveaboards!
2020
19 Feb / Carol, USA
Great destinations and dive sites. Incredible service in every way. The food, the boat, the crew, all excellent. Amazing service all the time!! Thank you.  
2017
23 Mar / Pauline & Nadeem, France/USA
We will be back on Forgotten Islands, or Komodo or this trip again - with the same CREW! Simply stunning trip! One of my best adventures ever! And something to remember all my life. The boat is gorgeous, the crew is exceptional. Boat: when I dream of a boat, I dream of Arenui. Rocking music of the wood, its beauty, comfort, everything. Diving: not just excellent, PERFECT. Lisa is a wonderful divemaster! Perfect dive plans always, awesome sense of humor, always showing lots of things we would otherwise never see. Crew: PERFECT. It's the whole TEAM, i.e. everyone together, who is outstanding. Same crew as 1.5 years ago (almost)! That says a lot. And the guests can appreciate the excellent atmosphere! Food: delicious! Too much, but wonderful!
2017
09 Mar / Noel, USA
This was my third time on the Arenui. It is by far one of the best liveaboard experiences in the best part of the diving world - Indonesia. I've been to Bali/Komodo twice and thought diving couldn't be better until I dived Raja Ampat! Diving: the best I've seen!! Crew: crew couldn't do enough for us! They were fantastic!
2017
09 Mar / Sue, USA
Diving: briefings excellent! Crew: stewards excellent!
2017
09 Mar / Michelle & Mike, USA
While everything on the boat and everyone make for the prefect trip, I have to say Debbie and Jerry bring an amazing energy to the picture! It is infectious and spreads outward to the crew and guests. It was all extraordinary. Very grateful. Diving: I love diving again! Thank you! Crew: very special crew. Unbelievable service and FUN! Food: extraordinary.
2017
25 Feb / Caroline, USA
Outstanding trip. Parting gift was a very nice touch! Boat: first class accommodations! Plenty of hot water. Comfort was excellent. Pillow variety was a great touch! Diving: the scouting was very much appreciated. Extra effort to ensure we saw the best. Well worth the price! Crew: first class crew. Always standing by to assist with any desire no matter how small. Above and beyond every single day. Food: variety was excellent. Every effort made to please every single guest.
2017
12 Feb / John, USA
Wonderful Cruise Directors - Debbie & Jerry.
2017
12 Feb / Andy, USA
Debbie and Jerry were lovely people, filled with enthusiasm and clearly in love with their jobs. The boat was run efficiently and we felt like royalty for the entire 11 days. Boat: loved Shinta cabin. Spacious, tons of storage. Beautiful windows and lovely decorations. Great value relative to price of other cabins on boat. Upon our return, we'd only stay in Shinta or Rama. Diving: diving was spectacular! Crew: Phari was a wonderful dive guide and I appreciated being with him. Not only did he perform the traditional dive master role, but he also took extra effort to instruct me on improving my buoyancy and general diving. Debbie and Jerry were the best! Food: food was great, although there was certainly a lot of it.
2017
30 Jan / Anon., USA
When I was asked to go on this trip, I hesitated due to cost… But I am glad I came… And would come again! Boat: outstanding! Diving: beyond description - our first week was incredible!! Crew: everyone was great. The spirit and attitude of the crew was incredible - this comes from the top - Lisa and G make this boat and trip over the top special! Food: food was good but way too much. Loved the fresh fruits and veggies!!
2017
30 Jan / David, USA
Really enjoyed the boat. G and Lisa are great! Boat: bathrooms are great for a boat! Thanks so much. Love the sink in the room. Would definitely recommend to friends. Diving: loved to see the healthy coral! Soft corals are amazing. A great place to visit and dive. Crew: must leave some room for improvement, but they really were all great! Cruise directors excellent. Can't complain about that at all!
2017
15 Jan / Paul, Canada
Would go anywhere with you.
2016
19 Dec / Dave, USA
Thank you for this trip of a lifetime. Boat: loved the ship. Diving: loved it – trip of lifetime for me. Crew: great bunch top to bottom – warm smiles worn. I didn’t make many requests but all attended to promptly. Food: Food and preparation were great.
2016
10 Nov / Matt, USA
Hightlight was Anto dressed as a zombie, he is very good as a zombie waiter! Glad Luigi was with us as well, made the trip very interesting. Debbie and Jerry are also excellent directors, highly recommended! This trip was a perfect trip for Traci to learn to dive. I enjoyed watching her gain confidence with each new dive. She is going to definitely be spoiled after this trip! 🙂 Boat: our cabin was very comfortable, we felt like we had our own tree fort under the sea. Bed was very good as well. Crew: everyone was always helpful and smiling. Very sweet people. Food: sometimes too much food, but our needs were always met or exceeded. Anto and Kadek did make our dreams come true.
2016
13 Jun / Lisa, USA
Excellent trip all around! No concerns or negative experiences at all! One suggestion: maybe offer soft spa music during massages (not too loud), may be better than hearing the other guests talking. Lisa was one of the best divemasters I've ever had! She was extremely patient, was always looking out for our group, and always took the time to make sure we were comfortable and ready. She was quick to point out the marine life and made all the dives the most enjoyable I have ever had! Terima Kasih 🙂 Boat: Beautiful and charming! Diving: all excellent, specially the destination and safety! Crew: all excellent, specially the Cruise Directors. The entire crew was amazing! So kind, patient, caring, and accommodating at ALL times! Most of all, the crew was sincere in everything they did! Wonderful 🙂 Food: all excellent. The food was delicious!! Great variety and presentation!
2025
17 Apr / Tina, USA

This is a truly lovely ship with an exceptional crew, delicious food, amazing dive sites, and a great welcoming feel. It’s clear that everyone works crazy hard.

The artistic design of the whole ship is stunning, and the food is truly amazing—so much creativity and absolutely delicious!

Thank you for a great week!

2025
05 Apr / Joe, USA

The boat was just as I remembered it from 6 years ago. The staff of Arenui runs like a well-oiled operation—always helpful, cheerful, and full of positive energy. The diving was even better than expected, and the food and service were the best I’ve experienced at any dive resort

2025
05 Apr / Cherie, USA

The ship is beautiful, the cabins are pretty and comfy, and the food was fantastic—beautifully presented. Arief was the highlight of the trip! Natalia and Alex were awesome, and Fred took great care of us underwater. I loved the diving—so easy, and I didn’t have to lift a finger. What service! This trip was on the higher end of my budget, but absolutely worth it. I truly hope I can come again sometime!

2025
05 Apr / Margo, USA
Fantastic charter! Great cabins and food service, Mario and crew are great, the diving was fantastic and even the offie crew were great!
2025
10 Mar / Robert & Joanne, USA

The boat accommodated our every need—it’s well laid out and provides every comfort. Everyone—and I mean everyone—was friendly, professional, and incredibly helpful in every way possible.

Table service and the stewards’ help with dive clothing were truly over the top. Absolutely excellent service in every area, in every way. The diving was spectacular! The briefings were perfect, the dive masters were excellent, and the boat tenders were incredible—no complaints at all. The chef and crew delivered an incredible menu with a wide variety of perfectly cooked meals. We really enjoyed the originality and deliciousness of every dish!

2025
10 Mar / Connie, USA

A wonderful, well-built boat. All the crew were incredibly friendly and helpful. I did all the dives—an amazing experience, just as promised and even better! Amazing soups, excellent variety and flavor, well done!

2025
24 Feb / Mary, USA

I am 79 years old and have been diving since 1968—and this has been my best diving experience!

I was very impressed with the boat—can’t think of a single way to improve it. The staff were not only highly competent but also seemed to genuinely enjoy their work—fun, courteous, and always helpful. Excellent food and fabulous diving!

2025
24 Feb / Brenda, USA

The boat was an excellent place to have a vacation. I can only say good things about your staff—they went out of their way to make me feel comfortable, happy, safe, and cared for. The rental equipment was top-notch, and I feel completely satisfied!

2025
24 Feb / Unnamed, USA

For those who haven’t been on the Arenui or a liveaboard before—we’ve had the time of our lives and appreciated every moment. We will be back!

Every person on board has been fantastic, always smiling and incredibly welcoming. You never feel like you’re putting anyone out by asking for something. The boat is beautiful, with amazing attention to detail—you can really tell how much care went into creating it. The variety and choices of food onboard are great for everyone!

2025
30 Jan / Kat, USA
Such a beautiful boat—this trip was an absolute delight! I’ve never eaten so well on a vacation, and I’m going to miss the pastrami so much! You are all such gracious hosts—thank you for everything. At first, I wasn’t used to having my kit set up for me, but after seeing your care and expertise, I was able to relax and appreciate it. This was truly a trip of a lifetime. I knew it would be wonderful, but you have all completely exceeded my expectations. Thank you so much for this gift!
2025
19 Jan / Anna, USA
Great dive boat with a wonderful crew. Everyone is professional and friendly. Crew works very hard to make sure we have a great experience. Everyone knew my name which was very impressive! Very personable cruise director! Overall had a wonderful time on the boat
2025
19 Jan / Unnamed, USA
Outstanding dive boat—the best I have ever experienced on any dive trip! The food and service during all meals were incredible, with Dino and Arief standing out throughout the trip. The crew was highly professional, service-oriented, friendly, and accommodating. The dive masters were exceptionally professional, extremely safe, and always attentive
2025
02 Jan / Kenzie, USA
Very comfortable and roomy, beautiful woodwork and details. Amazing diving! Loved the dressing and undressing for wetsuits. The staff were the heart of Arenui, delivering friendly and professional service that anticipated your needs before you even articulate them. They truly make you feel at home on the water contributing to the overall experience and enjoyment of the trip
2025
02 Jan / N, USA
Very good decoration, clean and comfortable, so much food, lots of fresh fruit! Excellent diving! Fahmi was a great spotter, we had a wonderful time, staff, crew, dive masters all great and talented too!
2024
05 Dec / Steve, USA
After our first trip with Arenui in 2016, we’ve never done another liveaboard—it’s simply unmatched. We like the diving in Raja Ampat; the variety of sea life and ease of diving are unparalleled. The staff is fantastic, and the food is excellent. Thank you for another unforgettable trip! The remodel of Shinta was wonderful. The food was varied and excellently prepared. As always, everyone was incredibly helpful and willing to answer all questions. The divemasters and cruise directors were very accommodating to individual divers’ needs. Fahmi was extremely entertaining (and helpful!), while Andy was quieter but fantastic at spotting things for us. Good sites!! We’ve never seen so many turtles, wobbegong sharks, and giant mantas on previous trips
2024
05 Dec / Unnamed, USA
This was by far my favorite dive trip! It made my retirement celebration absolutely fabulous. The boat was fantastic, and the camera setup was the best I’ve ever had on a liveaboard!
2024
05 Dec / Jenn, USA
I had a great experience! As relatively new divers, we learned so much and thoroughly enjoyed the process. It was my husband’s birthday during the trip, and I asked Arief if Mario’s team could write ‘Happy Birthday’ on his dessert plate. This simple request turned into a beautiful birthday cake and the crew singing Happy Birthday. It was absolutely amazing and priceless—thank you for doing that extra effort!! The facilities were incredible, and we were so impressed with the quality and variety of meals. Everyone was friendly, knowledgeable, and always willing to help. Andy was a fantastic divemaster who tailored the dives to our interests and had an amazing ability to spot the coolest fish! The Misool area was our favorite—I could have stayed there much longer and thanks for lending the lights after ours fell in the ocean!
2024
20 Nov / Karen and Bob, USA
Karen and Bob love the Arenui! We have been on this boat 6 times. The Shinta suite is so awesome!
2024
20 Nov / Tim, USA
I love vacationing on the Arenui! First, Nat and the staff are such high-quality people—always so attentive and thoughtful with amazing attention to detail. The staff truly goes above and beyond. The diving is always the best in the world! The food was beyond delicious with such great variety, and I really appreciated the half-portion options for smaller appetites and to avoid waste. It gets better each time you’re on the ship! The toilets were always clean, and the beds were perfectly made!
2024
24 Oct / Mike, USA
Excellent all the way around. No issues with anything related with the boat or crew, no request to that they would not find a way to accommodate