The Epica Liveaboard is a fantastic choice to budget-minded divers looking to explore Raja Ampat
WHAT TO EXPECT
The Epica is a budget friendly boat which accommodates 12 guests in total, in 6 affordable cabins located on the vessel’s lower deck with 2 shared bathrooms with fresh-water showers. Cabins are basic without luxurious amenities but do have power sockets. The doors slide open to each side of the vessel. You may keep your doors open during night for the sea breeze and wake up to rays of sunrise.
Enjoy the fresh, delicious and varied meals served on the upper deck; a mix of local and international cuisine. Unwind on the wide upper deck with hammocks and bean-bag as you spend time on the surface between dives. There is a refrigerator where you can buy beers and sodas at a very reasonable price. The Epica team haven’t forgotten the sun lovers either, with a section of the boat deidecated to chilling out in the sun or stargazing at night.
For safety and comfort, all diving is done in small groups according to experience level with a maximum ratio of 4 divers per guide. Explore pristine underwater reefs, spot hundreds of species of fish and corals, big pelagic species (manta rays, sharks and more). Have the chance to visit one of the famous panoramic viewpoints in Raja Ampat. Epica's trips are designed to make the most out of your experience in Raja Ampat when traveling on a budget.
HOW TO GET THERE
Please refer to logistics section of each itinerary to find detailed info on how to get there.