I appreciated how the whole crew pulled together so smoothly. I loved Evan's passion for the boat and all the information he shared. The diving was fantastic, the food and tea were great, and the treatments were wonderful. I cannot wait to return.

Huge thank you to the crew for making this an amazing five-star trip. Special thanks to Davide and Sabrina for keeping everything running smoothly, to Yopi and Arief for always taking care of us, and to Evan for the amazing dives. The food, service and support were outstanding, and we will miss everyone.

We have friends who would love this experience, and we hope to bring them with us next time. The crew was wonderful, the daily food choices were varied, and the diving was comfortable with plenty of variety.

Diving was amazing, and the team’s help with gear setup and getting in and out of the water made the experience effortless. Special thanks to Sabrina and Davide for their leadership and organization. The boat was stunning and well appointed, the food and desserts were wonderful, and the dive sites were diverse and full of sea life.

This was our third trip aboard Arenui, including two previous Raja Ampat cruises. The crew, staff and food were excellent, and Davide and Sabrina did an outstanding job. Fahmi was knowledgeable, fun and made every dive enjoyable. We will be back!

It was wonderful to return to Arenui after our 2012 cruise. The boat is beautiful, the crew is amazing, the food and service were excellent, and the diving offered tremendous variety. We cannot say enough about how exceptional the experience was.

The food and preparation were the best I have ever experienced on a liveaboard. The staff took excellent care of us, and Evan and the divemasters were outstanding in assisting with entries, exits, and every aspect of the diving.

The staff made everyone feel welcome and added to the relaxed atmosphere. We really enjoyed our time on Arenui and the food & beverages were outstanding. We look forward to seeing you again.

Really appreciated all the fantastic and creative vegan options — Chef Mario and team were great and always made sure I had appetizing options or versions of the main meal. Best meals by far of any liveaboard I've been on. SA staff all around — everyone was fantastic and courteous. Really enjoyed our dives with Tian — he found us so many great macro creatures we would have otherwise missed. Loved that there was a good mix of dive types and sites. The first days were some of my favorite in Flores and Alor for macro, and the Forgotten Islands brought beautiful reefs and walls. Serving staff attendants were amazing

Jacky was amazing as a dive master. Saw all the things. Always great spirit

Staff and cruise directors were great.Good vegan options.Loved that we received a USB with photos from the trip. Tian was an excellent guide and did a great job finding macro critters for me to photograph. So much good food — liked the flexibility for different dietary restrictions and the option to get half-and-half on the main course or only a half portion. Enjoyed crew joining us during the last dinner and playing music

Shower room — very roomy, with good hand holds for rocking boat. Desserts are better than 5-star and 3-star hotels and restaurants. Pasta was excellent. The staff is exemplary — very service oriented and very professional. The skiff crew are amazing and attentive. They were always looking for critters to find and were successful. Treat your staff well — they are very cohesive, which makes for a smooth operation

Absolutely the most spacious liveaboard I’ve ever experienced—definitely designed by divers, for divers! The crew was beyond excellent in every area!

The presentations from the cruise directors were very informative and interesting. I also really enjoyed the videos shown between dives and in the evenings

This was my last trip—after 20 years, I’ve decided to close the chapter on my diving experience. I greatly appreciated how flexible and accommodating you were with my food restrictions. Muchas gracias, terima kasih :)

I have been on several Arenui trips and always happy to be back!

I cannot think of a single way to improve the experience—long life to Arenui and its  crew! This was my first liveaboard experience, and I was amazed by the adventure. Two words for the food: quality and abundance. As a snorkeler, I never felt that the crew put me apart, and the staff were always smiling. I had a good feeling of what Indonesia has to offer, and it was great. Many thanks!

I hope many people get the chance to experience the Arenui Boutique Liveaboard—this is not goodbye, but au revoir! The diving was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. It’s not just a boat, it’s a five-star floating hotel. Generous portions, many thanks to Chef Mario! Fahmi asked me to say he’s the best dive master—and you know what? He is! And on top, a fabulous entertainer

An experience of a lifetime—we truly feel like family with the staff! We felt loved and cared for on a whole new level. WOW—I didn’t expect this much service, attention, and care. I absolutely loved the scents of the clothes, shampoos, and towels—I’ve never experienced anything like this. The diving was beautiful, with a passionate, generous, and devoted crew. Chef was amazing, and I will miss the kindness and love from the entire team. I know I’ll cry when I leave!

It was a last-minute decision, and I don’t regret the incredible trip! Thanks to everyone—everybody was exceptional, always with a smile :) Special wow to the chef team, and the snorkeling team was wonderful as well!

Very nice liveaboard—the best I’ve ever done!! Everything was perfect. Mario is the best chef ever!! The information sessions with Natalia and Alex were great, and Fahmi was awesome! Diving in Alor was perfect, what a beautiful country!

Arenui was our first liveaboard—and now we’re spoiled! The shower products were wonderful, and Chef Mario is amazing. Kadek was great, Dino is the man, and Arief is an absolute delight—so, so sweet!

The boat was beyond excellent! We really appreciated the option to choose half portions of both dinner entrée. Loved the lunch desserts, and also the lighter dessert options with dinner. The entire crew was exemplary! Tiau is the best dive master we’ve ever had, and the cruise director was fantastic. We especially loved the special treatment on the dive deck and tenders! Overall—loved, loved, loved the trip! We would definitely do it again!

Food and staff were everything! All the staff made us feel so welcome—like friends and family. The level of service is truly top-notch and unmatched by any other liveaboard! Thank you to everyone who made our stay so enjoyable and memorable. The food was beautifully presented with nice flavors!

Loved the diving—beautiful Indonesia! The boat very comfortable and roomy.  The crew was focused and making sure we had a great time and we did!! Chef Mario and his team were magical in the kitchen!

Thank you to the Captain and especially the crew, they are amazing and so special!

verything was superb! The cruise director was informative and kind, and honestly, the entire crew was first-rate. Most greeted passengers by name, and everyone was so friendly—they always made me feel welcome. Mario and his team’s selection of food, variety, and presentation were fabulous! Hope to see you again soon!

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

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.

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