Diving with Solitude Adventurer
It’s always safety first when it comes to diving with Solitude Adventurer. Our professional crew are trained to meet the international marine insurers and surveyors standards so that all are well-prepared to execute all required emergency and non-emergency procedures.
Our guide to diver ratio stands at 1:6 for most destinations in Indonesia, with the exception of Komodo, where it’s capped at 1:4 to ensure every diver gets the attention they need.
Do note that solo diving is strictly prohibited when diving with us, even if you are certified. Also, all guests must be equipped with an audible signalling device (like a whistle), dive computer, Nautilus Lifeline VHF (or anything similar), and a surface marker buoy (SMB) when participating in any SCUBA activity with us.
Air Compressors: 3 x Bauer HP Compressor IK120 with Bauer B-Kool 680-s Air Cooler Filtered by P41Centralized System
Nitrox Membrane System: LP450 Nitrox Membrane
Enriched Air Nitrox Diving**: EANx 28 to 30% (This is to provide a more suitable M.O.D for dive sites)
Scuba Cylinders: Aluminium 100cuft (19units), 80cuft (80 units), 63cuft (4 units), 40cuft (12 units) & 19cuft (4 units) with DIN Valves (Yoke/A-Clamp Adapters available) - Twin Tanks Available/
Solo Diving is not allowed (even if certified)
Rebreather Support**: Only on Full Charters with Rebreather Divers. Scrubbers can be organised with advanced notice (preferably 60 days or more) but no guarantee or you can order and send it to us. Oxygen supply in Palau is limited as well and expensive.
Dive Equipment Rental: Available (including Dive Computers but excluding U/W Cameras)
Nautilus Lifeline GPS/VHF Radio: Available if you do not own one (Solitude One channel: 77). Mandatory to dive with one.
Dive Skiffs: 2x 11.5m (37ft) Fiberglass Purpose-Built Boats with Twin 150HP or 200HP 4 -stroke Outboard Engines Support Skiff: 1 x 8.3m (27ft) Fiberglass Monohull with single 60HP 4-Stroke Engine
Dive Guides: Ratio 1 to 6 Divers (Private Guide Service available**150USD per Diving Day), Ratio is 1:4 in Komodo.
Complimentary Surface Marker Buoy (SMB), Lead Weights & Belt
Available for purchase on-board (Advance Order is recommended): Surface Marker Buoy (OPV, SOLAS Reflector), Nautilus Lifeline GPS/VHF Radio (with Pouch), Spools, Dive Pointers, Drift Hooks, O-rings, Hoses and other common replaceable spares.
Medical Oxygen and comprehensive First Aid Available
Camera & Gadget Information
Large Camera Rinsing Tank: Rinse Tanks with Air-Gun and Towels just for Cameras
Camera Setup Station: Available
Digital/Camera Studio: 1 PC Desktop station for guest use.
Power Socket Type: UK/SG/HKG 3-Pin with Ground.
Surge Protection and UPS Sockets: Only in Digital Room
Electrical Plug Adapters and Extensions: Available
E6 Photo Processing: Not Available
Dive Indonesia
Solitude Adventurer offers 7 to 12-night itineraries that cover a combination of the following dive destinations in Indonesia:
Lembeh
There’s no denying Lembeh’s status as the muck diving capital of the world. Divers from all over flock to this black-sand paradise with the hopes of finding rare macro critters like the mimic octopus and the hairy frogfish.
Bangka
Relatively quiet and unknown in the past, Bangka is quickly gaining recognition as a hot spot for divers. The destination offers more than 25 dive sites, many of which feature gorgeous walls, swim-throughs, and pinnacles underwater.
Bunaken
Known for its drop-offs and beautiful reefs, Bunaken Marine Park is a protected area that’s perfect for wall diving enthusiasts. You won’t have to look too hard to find the resident turtles that inhabit the waters here, and when you’re on the surface, don’t forget to look out towards the blue for dolphins!
Sangihe
The remote islands of Sangihe are surrounded by deep, nutrient-rich waters that are home to giants like dogtooth tuna and barracuda. The visibility here is often excellent, though currents can be very strong.
Ambon
Like Lembeh, Ambon’s muck diving is phenomenal. However, most divers that come to this lesser-known macro destination have cameras in hand and only two things on their wishlist: the psychedelic Ambon frogfish and Rhinopias.
Banda
Often on the bucket list of many divers, Banda Sea is best explored via liveaboard because of its sheer vastness. The region is peppered with smoking volcanoes, and below the waves, schools of hammerheads and plenty of sea snakes can be found.
Raja Ampat
With its extremely high levels of biodiversity, Raja Ampat is one of Indonesia’s natural gems. The place is brimming with large pelagics and has a stunning coralscape to boot. When not mesmerised by the throngs of tropical fish, look out for adorable dugongs and wobbegongs.
Misool
The ever-picturesque Misool is defined by its signature turquoise waters and vibrant reefs. This magical Southern Raja Ampat destination is the best place to go for colourful soft and hard corals, as well as various species of turtles, rays, and reef sharks.
Maumere
Maumere is a bay situated on the north coast of Flores, and it remains rather unknown to many divers. Look forward to diving steep walls and exploring drop-offs as you search for all things big and small, from ghost pipefish and ribbon eels to sharks and rays.
Komodo
Drift-dive your way through Komodo, which is famed for its pristine reefs, incredible abundance of marine life, and, of course, wild ocean currents. Get familiar with iconic dive sites like Batu Bolong as you spot manta rays, barracudas, and schools of giant trevally.