The crew went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. It was such fun getting to know everyone and it felt like they got to know us too, which makes it hard to say goodbye! I’ll be back to see you again. All the staff were friendly and helpful, and the divemasters were excellent at directing us and finding interesting things underwater

Thank you for the trip of a lifetime! It wouldn’t have been the same without the stories, singing, and the joy of connecting with the crew through adventure. The amenities on the Arenui are truly next level—thank you for constantly caring for the shared spaces. I loved the patterns and cultural touches everywhere, which made the experience feel immersive. The food quality was excellent, exquisite, delicious, varied, creative, and thoughtful from start to finish. Thank you for the gift of food! One of the biggest reasons I’d return is the people and friends we made along the way. Special thanks to Dino, Tian, Natty, and the team who took care of our gear. Everyone went above and beyond to ensure a magical dive trip. The music, too, was the best part of making me feel at home, even while away. The divemasters and captains were exemplary—quick to answer and correct, patient, and observant with the divers. The briefings were fun and relevant, and I loved talking about photography and marine life during surface intervals. The locations and dive sites were truly otherworldly. You’ve mastered the perfect balance of activities and downtime! I felt cared for 24/7—not just by the facilities, but by your competent and caring crew. Ithuan membercati camu (God bless you), magasi (thank you)! The boutique selection was also such a sweet touch—I collect stickers, pins, and keychains, and the earrings and pashminas were gorgeous!

We enjoyed this trip very much and are already looking forward to booking the next one! We loved the photo op with the sails and appreciated how knowledgeable and helpful the cruise directors and dive masters were with fish and creature identification. All the crew went the extra mile to make us comfortable, Arief fixed us iced tea every day!

Great family memories were made on this trip—thank you!! We hope to join you all again in a year or two in Komodo!It was also a lot of fun to be on board with Luigi and the Orangutan trip add-on. Great time effort, everyone on board made us feel welcome, well cared for, and comfortable. We enjoyed story time at dinner, and Mario and the kitchen team did a magnificent job. The option to have half portions was perfect! Great diving, and renting equipment was so easy!

Everyone did a great job helping each other and working as a team to get us diving, eating and sleeping, keep it up! Love chef Mario! Great job accommodating every food choice and so much yummy food everyday

Captain Sam, Natty, Alex, and the entire crew were great! I had an awesome time and can’t wait for my next trip. Everyone took such great care of us, with special mention to Kadek, Ketut, Arian, Toyeb, Mario and his team, as well as Arief and Dino. Natty and Alex were the best cruise directors—their enthusiasm and excitement for diving were infectious. They made the trip exciting, informative, and always interesting. Thank you for a fantastic trip, you are all awesome and I had a great time, sampai jumpa lagi!

The crew and boat were the best-top shelf, first class! Everyone was extremely kind, helpful, and good-natured. The food was absolutely incredible!

5 star service, consistently great and really made the trip special!

Everything was outstanding, of all the places I've been, the crew here is the best! Everyone is very attentive, enjoyable and kind. Super appreciate everyone for such an amazing experience. Natty and Alex are the most incredible cruise directors and the entire crew goes above and beyond in every regard. What a beautiful boat in a beautiful place with incredible people!

The coffees, sunsets, clean cameras, dry towels! Hot chocolate, smiles app appreciated by the crew! There are no words to describe this adventure, just one word: HEAVEN! Thank you for everything you did for all of us!! Thank you to my dive master, 100% class, and to all the beds made, chocolate on pillow, and to the captain for keeping us safe!

Thank you for the special care you give to your guests, I felt so pampered! Thank you for helping me become a better diver, for my tidy and clean room, and for the amazing care from Fahmi, Natty, and Alex. And thank you to Mario for all the wonderful food—my whisky sour was great!

This was my fourth time as a guest on the Arenui over ten years, and it was just as luxurious and memorable as the first time on board. Mario and his team create magic in the kitchen, and absolutely every crew member makes the Arenui the best liveaboard. Indonesia offers the best diving I’ve experienced anywhere in the world. Tiau was our divemaster and he was fantastic—we really enjoyed diving with him. His friendly attitude, knowledge, and skill are a great addition to the team. We’d love to come back!

What an incredible experience! This was my third liveaboard (and my first on the Arenui), and the experience was completely unmatched! The crew, diving, boat, and food were all spectacular. I had many memorable dives and saw several animals for the first time, thank you so much! Amazing boat with excellent food, Chef Mario and his team were exceptional! All of the crew were professional and friendly, with special kudos to Fahmi, Natty, Arief, and Mario!

Loved Natty and Alex—they were always ready to make adjustments when needed. Chef Mario’s creations were amazing! Arief and Dino were outstanding, always ready to serve us, and Fahmi was such a joy to be around. He and the others were quick to help when we had equipment issues. Thank you to the Captain for getting us safely from one place to another, and to the tender drivers and crew boys who were always there to assist, especially when we needed the extra help. The cabin boys kept our rooms nice, neat, and clean. This is also the only liveaboard I remember offering mixed drink options, and the cinnamon rolls after diving was dream come true!

Loved everything about the boat! Everyone worked so hard and knew our names—everyone was very friendly. The food was excellent—I couldn’t wait to try the next meal! I want to thank all of the crew for their exceptional service. A special thank you to Alex and Natty. I’ve had back and knee surgery in the past year and a half, and they knew it would be difficult for me to keep up with the other group. They gave me and my wife extra care, which was a true blessing

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

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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

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

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!

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!!

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!

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

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!