Discover the natural wonders of Indonesia with the archipelago’s favorite Liveaboard, La Galigo
Welcome to La Galigo Liveaboard, Indonesia’s leading dive Liveaboard! Led by our expert crew, fueled by a passion for diving, we take you on unforgettable dive holidays through the vibrant waters of Komodo, Raja Ampat, Lembeh, Halmahera, and beyond. We center our philosophy on four key pillars: safety, customer satisfaction, comfort, and an unwavering passion for the ocean. These principles guide everything we do allowing you to enjoy the breathtaking marine biodiversity and memories to last a lifetime.
The boat
La Galigo was built in 2012 by traditional craftsmen from Bira, Southern Sulawesi. The Bugis people, influenced by Dutch Clipper sailing vessels, have been hand crafting these boats from Ironwood and Teak since the 12th century. The Phinisi is a symbol of their maritime legacy, blending history, craftsmanship, and tradition into each boat they create.
Destinations
From the legendary Komodo National Park to the vibrant marine ecosystems of Lembeh and the unparalleled biodiversity of Raja Ampat, the choice is yours!
Itineraries: From 6 to 8 Days
Komodo National Park is an unforgettable combination of bright coral reefs, abundant marine life, and the legendary Komodo dragon.
Itineraries: From 7 to 12 Days
Raja Ampat, known as the crown jewel of marine biodiversity, is home to the planet’s most diverse underwater ecosystems.
Reviews
Read what our divers are saying about our boat & crew. You’ll get to know why La Galigo is the best Liveaboard in Indonesia!
Who doesn’t like a freebie? When you book with us direct, we are happy to offer you a free diving insurance policy which includes medical evacuation for the duration of your trip.
You will not find our published prices cheaper anywhere else, and after you deal with us as a direct guest of La Galigo, we can offer you further discounts on hotel bookings and for future trips.
All of our scheduled trips are guaranteed to depart regardless of how many confirmed bookings there are, so you can book in confidence with us knowing that if you are the only person on the boat…you will still go diving!
Need help with local flights and hotels? When you book with us direct, we will help you booking Indonesian domestic flights and hotels, giving you peace of mind that you’ll arrive with time to spare for your trip or your flight home. So it's a great choice to book direct!
Scuba diving uses a tank and regulator, allowing you to breathe underwater and stay submerged for extended periods.
Snorkelling is done at the surface using a snorkel tube, allowing you to breathe while floating face-down.
The NDL is the maximum time a diver can stay at a given depth and ascend directly to the surface without required decompression stops.
Nitrogen bubbles can form in the body, leading to decompression sickness (DCS). Symptoms may include joint pain, dizziness, and in severe cases, serious injury.
Nitrox reduces nitrogen absorption, allowing longer bottom times and safer repetitive dives when used correctly.
Helium reduces nitrogen narcosis and breathing resistance at depth. It is used in gas mixes like Trimix for technical diving.
You can equalise by:
These actions open the Eustachian tubes to balance pressure.
Stop descending, ascend slightly, and try again gently.
If it still does not work, end the dive.
At the surface with an empty BCD, you should float at eye level and slowly sink when exhaling.
Underwater, you should be able to hover comfortably without effort.
Breathe slowly, deeply, and continuously.
Never hold your breath.
Because it tracks residual nitrogen in your body. Turning it off resets this data and can lead to unsafe dive planning.
Stay calm, stay with your buddy, inflate your BCD, and signal the boat for pickup.
The giant stride entry.
Water absorbs red and warm colours first, leaving mostly blue and green light at depth.
Generally October to April, when conditions are often calmer in many areas.
Fly to Sorong (Indonesia), then continue by boat or ferry to your destination.
Most whales can hold their breath for 20–60 minutes.
Species like sperm whales can exceed 60 minutes, and some deep-diving species can stay underwater for over 2 hours.
Yes. Whales are mammals and must breathe air at the surface.
Sharks have multiple rows of teeth and can have thousands over their lifetime, constantly replacing them.
Fish do rest, but not like humans. Most do not close their eyes because they lack eyelids.
Common marine plants include:
Coral reefs:
They live in dry tropical savanna, scrubland, and forest-edge environments on Indonesian islands.
Stay calm, keep your distance, do not run, and follow ranger guidance.
Typically 300–600 calories per hour, depending on conditions and effort.
Scuba diving, Snorkeling or just leisure? We got you.
Contact us today to turn your dream into reality. Let’s go!