Scuba Diving

Chicago to Dubai to Bali to Bau Bau Indonesia July 2025

Palau Micronesia March 6 2016

Wakatobi / Komodo Indonesia
Live aboard
Boat Dates: July 7th to July 18th 2025

Wakatobi is a group of four islands [Wangi-Wangi, Kaledupa, Tomia, and Binongko located in Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia. The name is an acronyme of those 4 islands. It’s also a Marine National Park, the second largest coral reef in the world, Jacques Coustau even stated that Wakatobi is quite possibly the finest dive site in the whole world! Although it is not easy to get there, but totally worth it.
Geographically, Wakatobi National Park is in the Coral Triangle which covers 6.47 million km of land and sea within the territories of Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Papau New Guinea, Solomon Islands, and Timor-Leste, often called the Amazon of the Seas. The Coral Triangle is home to 600 corals or 76 percent of the worlds known coral species, containing 2,500 or 37 percent of the worlds reef fish species, and also a spawning and nursery ground for 6 of the world’s 7 marine turtles.

Komodo Indonesia is one of more than 17,000 islands making up the Indonesian archipelago, and it’s also one of the three main islands of the Komodo National Park.
Rinca and Padar are the other two main islands in the UNESCO World Heritage Site, which includes both land and sea. Countless smaller islands developed because of volcanic activity, and they’re not only home to outstanding dive sites, but they also offer a lot to see on land, including the stunning Komodo dragons—large lizards that easily conjure images of “Jurassic Park.”
Komodo's underwater landscape offers a variety of dive sites to suit every diver's preference and experience level. Explore dramatic walls and canyons adorned with vibrant corals, venture into exhilarating drift dives where you'll be swept along by gentle currents, or dive in tranquil bays where macro enthusiasts can seek out the tiniest and most elusive critters.
One of the highlights of diving in Komodo is the opportunity to witness the majestic manta rays in their natural habitat. Manta Point, Batu Bolong, and Makassar Reef are just a few of the renowned dive sites where encounters with these graceful giants are almost guaranteed. Watch in awe as they glide effortlessly through the water, their wings spanning several meters, creating a truly unforgettable spectacle.
We will be experiencing this great adventure onboard the luxurious Gaia Love Live aboard dive vessel
Gaia Love is a Live aboard located in Indonesia; she is a steel-hulled vessel where luxury meets modern design and comfort. Gaia Love was a purpose-built with Scuba Diving and Divers in mind. Gaia Love was launched in 2017, to be a new breed of Live aboard operating in Indonesian Waters. She has contemporary looks and styling, with the main focus on comfort. With 10 spacious cabins, which cater up to 20 guests across two decks. Each room is approximately 20 sqm and has air conditioning, in suite bathrooms; the upper decks come with a private balcony.
This adventure is broken up into 3 parts
1. The boat portion
2. The 4 night Bali ground excursion
3.The round trip air contract from home location.
I have chartered this entire vessel so if you are receiving this e-mail you have a space reserved on this trip.
• This portion on the trip includes:

• Lodging accommodations on the boat based on double occupancy
• Any standard shore activities or excursions organized by Dive Gaia
• All meals, snacks, and non alcoholic beverages
• Guided diving activities (up to 4 dives per day)
• Use of aluminum dive cylinders, weights, and weight belts
• Airport transfers on sail dates
• complimentary glass of wine per person at dinner
• Use of entertainment system where available, Shared use of camera room
Exclusions:

• Dive, travel or trip interruption insurance ( It is mandatory to have dive insurance on all trips aboard Gaia Love)
• Any international and domestic air, land, sea transportation, visas, and any other taxes or fees associated
• Accommodation and meals before and after the cruise
• Alcoholic drinks ( unless otherwise stated)
• Gear rental (subject to availability)
• Enriched Air Nitrox (Available for Nitrox certified divers only)
• Massages and Spa treatments
• Onboard purchases, courses, certifications, private tours, laundry, onboard telecommunications, crew gratuity.

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