“Friendly, helpful, safe and wonderful food!”
Archives: Testimonials
Sonia
“The boat itself has well defined spaces. I was particularly impressed with the attention to detail and Indonesia influence incorporated into the decorations. A fantastic mix of dive sites. The staff was very attentive. Thank you for a wonderful trip. I was made to feel at home as soon as I arrived. The trip felt like a real adventure – great diving all along the way.”
Rani
“Having lived in Bali for 22 years I can sooooo appreciate the beauty of the boat. The antique wood makes it very homely and the finishing details are just beautiful. The cabins are very spacious and comfortable as is the rest of the boat. A very special treat. Well done!”
Bruce & Diane
“The manta dives were beautiful and magical. Nothing compares to Indonesia for diving. We will be back some day.”
Dan & Jill
“Luigi you have now spoiled us for going on any other boat – anything less than Arenui would be disappointing. We will be back as often as we can and will bring our diving friends. Your boat is well planned and very comfortable. The crew well trained, professional and very pleasant. We are already working out when we can return. Keep up the good work I’m sure you are proud of your boat and crew!!!”
M.K.
To plan this adventure…so many beautiful islands, the most amazing sea life, the liveaboard is like no other in these oceans, the people on the boat exuberate joy, peace, love and beautiful hearts…I loved this trip…
J.D.
Where to start? The dives were spectacular with the widest variety, from the smallest shrimp to the largest manta, all set in magnificent coral, soft, hard, and even the sand was home to amazing critters and fish. The boat is well designed with touches of elegance everywhere in nooks and crannies. But as nice as the boat is, the crew was superb. The dive guides met all of our requests for rare and endemic sea life. And the boat staff not only met, but anticipated, our every wish. They are completely oriented to the needs and wishes of the guests. We were truly honored.
C.D.
The Arenui is an amazing live aboard with a very courteous, attentive staff; beautiful rooms; and gourmet food. And then there is the diving. Despite some rainy weather in the south, the dive sites were beautiful, full of coral and fish and tiny creatures. The guides seem to be able to find even the tiniest pygmy seahorses and nudis and they are also respond to the preferences of the divers. A memorable trip in every way!!
Ken & Nanci
With this being our first live aboard I know we have been spoiled for any future live aboards. The boat is fantastic and with me being a boat person I appreciate the beautiful lines of the boat and the amenities aboard. The crew has been fantastic taking care of our every need and the food!!!! The food has been great and has far exceeded any land-based resort I have been to as far as quality and presentation. Lastly in my opinion you have 2 of the best cruise directors available in Indonesia with Jerry and Debbie. They have gone above and beyond to make this trip one of our best.
CCS & CLS
This was our second liveaboard and, by far, the most enjoyable. From the crew, to our stateroom, the food, the openness, it has been one unforgettable experience. We cannot say enough about the crew; they were there for our every need, often anticipating our requests …. …. always with a smile. The dive areas were most unique; the colors of the corals beyond belief, the fish indigenous to these waters are forever locked in our memories. Then there was the food: if you come on these trips expecting to shed a few kilos, forget it. Every dinner was a four-course extravaganza. How can you possibly anticipate each meal and be rewarded with one which is better than the previous? That’s the Arenui; the standard yet to be met by other live aboards.