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Cabins

10

Length / Width

33 m / 7 m

Year built / renovated

2000  / 2018

Rental equip.

YES ($)

Internet

FREE

Nitrox

YES ($)

Highlights

  • The MV Mermaid II offers cost-effective trips to the world-class diving in the Indonesian Archipelago, taking in Raja Ampat, Komodo and the Banda Sea
  • Most of the cabins have large windows for stunning ocean views of these pristine waters, which are teeming with thousands of fish species, sharks, mantas and pygmy seahorses
  • Two outside decks - a shaded party deck with comfortable lounge chairs and a sundeck with full sun and partial sun areas - provide space for relaxation between dives
  • Itineraries are diverse and suited to divers looking for multiple experiences, including vertical walls, deep water trenches, submerged volcanoes and record numbers of coral reef species
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Enhanced Health Measures

Date of last update:Sep 1, 2021

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Mermaid Liveaboards Covid-19 protocol: Hand washing stations are available at the dive platform, upper deck area and in all the cabins; Hand-sanitizer is available throughout the vessel and in all cabins. Guests cabins will be sterilized using UV Light and will be ventilation will be increased by opening windows and / or adjusting air-conditioning. The Kitchen crew are required to use face shields, masks and gloves whilst preparing food; Kitchen area is disinfected daily and kitchen utensils and equipment are cleaned and disinfected regularly during the day. Crew members are checked using rapid tests. Guests boarding Mermaid Liveaboards are assumed safe after being thoroughly checked at the airport/port as PCR test is needed to entry the country, if you have already been in the country for more than a week, a rapid test will be required with a maximum of 48h before boarding.
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Booking process

1. BOOKING

Once we receive your booking, we double check availability with the dive operator and reserve your spot

2. CONFIRMATION

We usually get back to you within 24 hours to confirm that your booking is final

3. 48H FREE CANCELLATION PERIOD

You then have 48 hours to take care of other travel arrangements. Your credit card will only be charged after that period

Payment & cancellation

Payment terms

  • Now: 0%
  • 48 hours after booking confirmation: 30%
  • 90 days before trip start: 100%

Cancellation fee

Free cancellation for 48h after confirmation

STANDARD CANCELLATION POLICY: If you cancel more than 90 days before the start of your trip, you will lose 100 Euro of your total booking, 30% for more than 60 days and 100% if you cancel within 60 days of your trip.

SPECIAL CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) TERMS: For any new bookings made for cruises departing from September 2020; If travel restrictions are implemented by the local governments due to COVID 19 (Coronavirus) which means you are unable to travel, you will receive a “price paid -credit voucher” for travel up to June 30 2023. Applies to covid only related cancellations made 30 days or less prior to your trip departure date

Cabins

Description

The Mermaid II explores the abundant marine life and breathtaking scenery of Indonesia, a world-class dive destination

Diving aboard the liveaboard Mermaid II, guests will experience the Earth’s greatest collection of marine species from Manta Rays to Pygmy Seahorses. The diverse underwater landscapes were created by the area’s volcanic activity and include, Drift Dives, Wrecks, Muck Diving and gorgeous reefs. With over 3,000 species of fish and 600 coral species, this will be the Dive Safari of a lifetime. As you island hop, encounter Whalesharks, Rays and other large pelagics as well as gigantic schools of fish. Hunt for the magnificent Komodo Dragons in Komodo National Park and explore islands in the Banda Sea, Raja Ampat and Maumere.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

The liveaboard Mermaid II is 108 feet (33m) long, built to accommodate Divers in safety and comfort. Mermaid II has been undergoing extensive renovations and major steelworks have been successfully completed. The beautiful Mermaid II is now well prepared for many more years of cruising the amazing Indonesian waters. 

The caring crew of 14 speaks English, French, German, Indonesian and Spanish. The yacht comfortably accommodates up to 18 guests in the 9 spacious cabins. Major news is that all the deluxe cabins with Double bed on the Main Deck have been converted with removable single beds allowing a more space for couples wishing a double bed and for private single use. All deluxe cabin guests will also now enjoy individual cabin air conditioning allowing guests full control of on/off and what temperature they prefer. All deluxe cabins are on the main deck and have a large panoramic sea view windows. The deluxe private en-suitebathrooms have also been updated with all new facilities!  The Budget cabins are below deck with twin bunks, air conditioning and share bathroom.

Aside from the amazing diving, guests will be able to relax and enjoy the incredible sights aboard the Mermaid II

Chat about the day’s diving in the large, air conditioned Main Saloon with panoramic windows and a TV/DVD where guests can watch movies and listen to music. Enjoy a drink from the Bar fridge or from the tea and coffee facilities. Choose a book from the extensive library and brush up on local marine life with a fish ID book. Find your favorite place to relax on one of the 2 Outside Decks, one shaded with comfy lounge chairs. Work on your tan on the cushioned sun beds located on the Sundeck or pamper yourself with an onboard massage. Can’t get enough of the water, go Snorkeling or try your hand at Fishing. While the Diving is truly spectacular, the Land Excursions are incredible and include sunbathing on deserted beaches, Shopping in remote villages, Hiking mountains and searching for Komodo Dragons in the National Park.

Meals aboard the Mermaid II are a special event, as great food is standard on this yacht

The varied and plentiful cuisine is served in the spacious, wood trimmed Dining Room located on the Main Deck. Guests will be served delicious buffet style Thai and Western style meals. Enjoy a variety of foods for all tastes and appetites. Snacks will be served all day to ensure guests are well fueled for the action-packed dives. Alcohol is available.

How to get there

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Deck Plan

DIVING SERVICES

For your safety

  • Fire Alarm
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Life Jackets
  • Life Rafts
  • Emergency Oxygen Kit
  • First Aid Kits
  • Emergency Positioning Radio Beacon

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • German

PADI® Courses Available

  • Intro Dives/Discover Scuba Diving
  • Scuba Refresher
  • Open Water Diver
  • Advanced Open Water Diver
  • Nitrox Certification
  • Underwater Photography
  • Deep Diver Certification
  • Night Diver
  • Drift Diving
  • Peak Performance Buoyancy
  • Other Specialties

Diving gear

  • Din/Int Adapters
  • Nitrox ($)
  • Rental Equipment ($)

Dive Center Facilities

  • Warm-Water Showers
  • Fish Id And Diving Books
  • Battery Charging Station

Boat Amenities

Amenities & services

  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Wi-Fi (Free)
  • Air-Conditioning
  • Spacious Diving Platform
  • Separate Zodiac/Dhoni

Activities

  • Land Excursions

Payments

  • Visa
  • Cash

Sports & Watersports

  • Snorkeling
  • Fishing

Great for families

  • Movies

Food & drink

  • Buffet
  • Alcohol

Facilities

  • Lounge/Tv Area
  • Heating

Wellness & Relaxation

  • Massage Services

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