The Phinisi Ambasi will take you through the course of the Komodo waters, the seas between the Pacific and Indian Oceans.
After seven years of sailing throughout the Eastern Indonesia
waters (including Sulawesi, Molucas and Papua) five years ago the MSV
Phinisi Ambasi settled down in the Komodo waters with the prolific
underwater life and above a beautiful nature of the surrounding islands.
The cruises "beyond Bali" have since been concentrated in the most
exquisite dive-areas of Komodo. Our 12 years experience with the Phinisi
Ambasi in the eastern Indonesia maritime guarantee a professional,
relaxed and friendly operation on our cruises.
Private Charters
The size of the vessel is relatively small (23m x 6m), which is
suitable to accommodate a limited number of passengers. Therefore, we
can guarantee privacy on board. The MSV Phinisi Ambasi has 4
air-conditioned cabins, each cabin has a private toilet/cold and hot
shower. It is now possible to "own" the boat for e.g. 7 days for your
private use with your family or your close friends, so that you enjoy privacy and enchantment
during your journey!! The professional crew, which has experience for
12 consecutive years, will guarantee a safe and enjoyable cruise on our
vessel.
Diving Cruises
For the live-aboard diving cruises, we provide on board two Bauer
compressors, 18 tanks, 150 kg weights and belts. On request we also
provide other diving-equipments, such as BCD, wet-suits, regulators,
fins, etc.
Most of our dives will be done from the MSV Phinisi Ambasi.
Divers prepare for the dives on deck (put on their wet-suits, BCD etc)
and descend from the boat into the water. Under the leadership of the
dive-guide (who will brief you on deck before getting into the water),
you are going to dive in one of the most amazing dive sites of the
world. The motorized dinghy will be stand-by above the divers during the
dive for immediate assistance.
The crystal-clear water is excellent for diving. Fish live is
both bountiful and diverse, with reef fish and frequent visits by rays,
tuna and jacks. Komodo harbors some of the most immaculate and riches
coral reefs on the planet. The reefs boast a variety of invertebrates,
more than 1,000 species of fish and 250 species of reef-building corrals
and new species are constantly being discovered. In short, there is a
profusion of colorful reefs, an enormous variety of corals, beautiful
anemones and innumerable rare fish creating an enchanting underwater
world, which is so fascinating each time anew.
After the dive, when you are on the surface again, the BCD and
tanks can be put in the dinghy and you can swim to the MSV Phinisi
Ambasi, which is also stand-by near the dive-spot climb the stairs
aboard the vessel.
Leisure Cruises
Leisure cruises in the surrounding of the waters of Komodo will
be a very an extraordinary experience. Beside the giant Lizards and
other unusual animal in the island, you can snorkel in the crystal clear
water.When the boat has dropped the anchor, it is a spectacular
sensation to take a dip in the appealing sea. One of the well-known
snorkel-spots is Pantai Merah (Pink Beach), where you imagine yourself
being within an aquarium. Between the snorkel sessions, you can have a
sunbath in the beach or play soccer with the crew.
Sea voyages between the islands seem now and then very much like
expeditions "Cousteau's way". Many times our ship is accompanied by
dolphins, sometimes even a manta ray or a whale. The fish that have been
bought t the pasar-ikan (fish market) early in the day is for barbecue
in the evening, which will take place somewhere in a quiet beach.
Sometimes you can even enjoy the fish that had been caught during the
sea voyage.
Live-aboard
Our guest feel at home aboard the ship right away. Traveling in
such a special way is adventurous and comfortable at the same time.
Do you wish to play an active role on the ship? That is possible.
You may assist the crew with steering, navigating and hoisting the
sails. During the cruise the experienced and the highly skilled crew
might welcome an occasional helping hand from you during the daily
routine aboard. For this purpose experience in sailing is not required.
Moreover, you may appreciate casting a fishing line, take a refreshing
dip in the sea, or enjoy the sunrises and sunsets. Finally, with a snack
and a drink, it is nice reading on the sundeck, or simply doze away on
the rolling deck. The brilliant starry sky at night, reflected in the
tropical waters will add to making your sea adventure an unforgettable
holiday.
