MS Aurora welcomes you to a brand new scuba diving liveaboard safari. Adventure, relaxation, comfort and respect for marine biodiversity all come together in the abundant waters and many islands of Indonesia. Marine biologists, professional divers, underwater photographers and video-operators offer professional guidance as you explore coral reefs flaunting the highest biodiversity in the world.
Construction started on the purpose built Pinisi schooner 'Aurora' in December 2007 in a traditional shipyard in South Sulawesi. For summer 2009, this regal motor sail yacht started her exploration tours for a demanding clientele of international scuba divers. As a guest aboard this superior live-aboard, you will enjoy the luxury of a traditional boat coupled with the comfort of a modern one. Built using environmentally friendly principles and having the ability to explore remote areas which only a select few – if any – have discovered...
We promise you truly unique dives and dive sites, many inspiring island excursions and ... we look forward to welcoming you aboard.
Boat Name: The Aurora
Flag: Indonesian
Type: Indonesian Traditional Schooner
Itinerary: Raja Ampat, Komodo, Cenderawasih Bay, Banda Sea
Construction of boat: 2007-2009
Lenght LOA: 42 meters
Width: 9 meters
Engine: Nissan marine 420 HP
Speed: 7 - 9 knots
Technical facilities: Radar, echo sounder, GPS, SSB Radio, Satellite phone
Safety on board: 2 * 25 persons inflatable life rafts, life jackets, buoys, flares, fire extinguishers, first aids equipment, oxygen on board,
Tenders: 3 inflatable rubber boats (6 mt) with 40 HP Yamaha engine, and one fiberglass tender with 40 PS, for 6 divers
Languages on board: English, German, Italian & French for Les Argonauts charters
Crew Members: 16 persons plus one or two western cruises directors
Maximum guest on board: 14 guest divers
Number of cabins: 7 double-twin cabins, on request 2 further cabins can be made available for families or groups.
Air-condition: All indoor areas
open deck shower: Yes, upper deck
Number of decks: 3
Dining Experiences on board: Western and Asian
Free beverage on board: soft drinks, tea, coffee, juice and water
Bar: Yes
Land Excursion: Yes
Seawater Desalination capacity: 6,000 liters per day
Music/Television: 1 * 42 inch LG flat screen monitor for photo & video viewing in the salon
Other equipment Board: computer room for photo editing
Number of dive guides: 3-4
Cruise directors: 1-2
Scuba courses on board: PADI & Nitrox courses
Nitrox onboard: Coltri LP 280, Nitrox membrane system
Nitrox package: US$ 150 for 11 days trip
Dive deck area approximately: 40 mtr2
Cylinder spec: 60 * 12 litre cylinders, 2 * 15 litre cylinders, and 2 * 6 litres cylinders
Tank adapter (DIN) Yes
Number of dives by day: 3 * 70mins day dives plus 1 night dive
Rental dive equipments: Mares
Rental cameras: Coolpix
