Tidak Apa Pa | 印度尼西亚

Boat

The Tidak Apa’Pa is a traditional Indonesian boat, released in 2001 from Tanah Biru shipyards in South Sulawesi, flagship of the shipbuilding industry, where it returns every year for maintenance and improvements. 100% made of wood, with a characteristic banana shape, 2 masts and 7 sails, this « Phinisi » is 21m long and 5,5m wide, and has a maximal capacity of 8 persons in 4 double bed cabins. The bathroom is opened to the sea and offers without a doubt the most relaxing view you could ever hope for!

The Tidak Apa’Pa offers perfect spots to chill for a while on the wide and spacious deck, with as only sound the lullaby of the waves.

The diving deck is convenient and closes the departure area, which means no heavy lifting! Fresh water and camera charging stations are numerous and equally easy to reach! Can things get any better?

The Tidak Apa’Pa is not luxurious, but comfortable and super friendly. The Tidak Apa’Pa is your best choice for trips among friends or dive buddies who want to learn more about the underwater world.

Cabin

The Tidak Apa’Pa has 4 cozy cabins in total, accommodating up to 8 guests：

The bathroom is shared by all 4 cabins.

4 double cabins：
Located on the lower deck with 1 double bed and a porthole.

Diving

• 3 to 4 dives per day depending of the cruise program.

• All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.

• Unique in Indonesia, the Tidak Apa'Pa's Team is thrilled to now offer for every destination some trips dedicated "100% Rebreather"!

Other Information

• Nitrox：Not available at the moment.
• 15L Tanks：Not available at the moment.
• REBREATHER Dive：Available on request.
• Dive Equipment Rental：Available, rate on request, must be booked in advance.
• Dive insurance：All divers travelling aboard must have a valid dive insurance.
• Wi-Fi Internet：Not available at the moment.
• Crew gratuities:5 USD/day/person recommended.
• Payment on board：By cash (EUR/USD/IDR).
• Crew Number：Unknown including multilanguage guides.

BANDA SEA | 10D/10N | Ambon - Ambon

Day 1 (2 dives): AMBON
Pick up from the airport and transfer to the boat.
Welcome drink and introduction to the boat, crew and trip.
Check dive in Ambon bay, 1st encounter with all those small and weirds critters !
Depending shedule of the flights, 2nd daytime dive or night possible on Ambon’s Bay. Night navigation to Nusa Laut (45nm)

Day 2 (3 dives): NUSA LAUT
We’ll do 3 dives around Nusa Laut, looking for potential dugongs, eagle rays, city of groupers, clear water and nice walls ! Night Navigation towards Banda Islands (80nm)

Day 3 (3-4 dives): BANDA ISLANDS
On the way to Banda Islands, we’ll stop at Pulau Suanggi which offers amazing dive sites like The Pinnacle and the East Corner. We’ll head then to Pulau Ai. Sunset dive on the pier in Bandaneira to look for some of the Mandarin Fish hiding there. Night on the mooring.

Day 4 (3-4 dives): BANDA ISLANDS
The Banda area offers a good variety of dive sites, from volcanic rock at Pohon Miring to the black sand in Banda’s harbor.
Possible Land excursion : Banda Neira and the nutmeg plantation, historic forts and small Maritime Museum.
Night Navigation to Manuk (65nm)

Day 5 (2-3 dives): Manuk Island
Manuk is also known as the “Snake Volcano”. Odor of sulfur, Hot rocks and ascending bubbles remind us about the volcanic activity. And once underwater, you’ll be surrounded by sea snakes, lots of sea snakes ! But harmless, even posing for the shot, proud to be your stars !
Night Navigation to Nila (75nm)

Day 6 – 7 (2x3 dives): Banda Sea Reefs, Nila Serua etc...
Diving on some spots with good chances for hammerhead sharks ! Finger crossed for a bit of luck.... But even without the reefs are fabulous, healthy walls and 50+ meters visibility sometimes. After day 7, night navigation to Luci Para (130nm)

Day 8 – 9 (4-5 dives): LUCI PARA Atoll
A groupe of 7 islands, in the middle of the Banda Sea. They are the tops of undersea mountains, with deep walls surrounded by crystal clear, blue water. Another potential paradise for Hammerhead sharks, but if not, life is everywhere anyway ! After day 9, Night navigation back to Ambon island (100nm)

Day 10 (1-2 dives): AMBON BAY
Depending upon the flights schedules, 1 or 2 dives can be done in Ambon Bay, going back to small critters and macro !

Day 11 : AMBON
Breakfast on board and transfer to Ambon airport.