Pindito
Pindito Liveboard
the training boat for diving professionals in Indonesia
Enjoy 20% off on the featured Pindito’s dive cruise: Biodiversity & Whale Watching 2025. Pindito’s diving cruises began in Indonesia in 1992, when the Eastern part of the archipelago was devoid of any tourist facilities for thousands of kilometers and completely unknown to divers from around the world. Since then, Pindito has had the privilege of being the first liveaboard built and operated to uncover Indonesia’s Wild East, offering exploratory and adventurous cruises that can last for weeks. In fact, Pindito is considered the training boat for diving professionals in Indonesia, as the best dive guides often come from Pindito. Finally, the spirit of adventure that characterized its history is still present among the crew and owners, driving Pindito Liveaboard to continue exploring new underwater sites in Indonesia.
ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES
In 2017, Pindito underwent renovation, transforming the Phinisi dive boat into a luxury liveaboard with modern amenities. Pindito has 6 double and 2 twin cabins. All cabins feature individual climate control and en-suite bathrooms with hot and cold water, a shower, toilet, and vanity. The doubles can be used as singles by adding a top bunk to create a third bed, and accommodate a family with a child or two people who just want an extra surface to store their equipment. The lounge can comfortably accommodate 16 passengers, who also have the alternative of the large sundeck for relaxing hours.
The large dive deck at the bow features storage for gear and personal belongings, rinse tanks, and a camera room with spacious workstations and numerous electric outlets in the charging station, amenities that make Pindito a favorite among professional underwater photographers and videographers. Diving is managed from 3 zodiacs; 3-day dives plus 1 night, according to the itinerary on board.
LIVEABOARD DESTINATIONS
Pindito dive cruises take place in all the regions of Eastern Indonesia: Komodo, Alor Strait, Ring of Fire, Banda Sea, Forgotten Islands, Raja Ampat, and Triton Bay in search of new diving destinations.
Pindito dedicates some cruises to the study of cetaceans, always present in Indonesian waters. During the months of the humpback whale migration, the boat follows their main route, seeking interaction with large mammals. The day during these cruises includes two dives in the morning, while the afternoon is dedicated to searching for cetaceans, or vice versa.
TECHNICAL DATA
Conceived as a Phinisi, the traditional Indonesian wooden sailing boat, Pindito has been built by skilled master carpenters and boat builders from the famous Bugis people of Sulawesi. Restructured in 2017 to meet the expectations of the most demanding underwater photographers and videographers, Pindito features all the comforts of a modern liveaboard.
PINDITO TECHNICAL DATA
- Year of built: 1992
- Type: Phinisi, traditional wooden sailing boat with 2 masts
- Length over all: 42 meters
- Length over deck: 34 meters
- Beam: 8,5 meters
- Draft:
- Total Displacement:
- Sails:
- Cruising Speed: 8-9 nudos
- Engines: Yanmar 6HA2M-WHT, 350 hp
- Generators: 2 x 40 KW
- Fuel Capacity: 12000 liters
- Water Storage: 8000 liters
- Water makers: 10000 liters per day
- Voltage: 220v-110v in camera room
- Cabins: 8
- Bathrooms: 8
- Guests: 16
- Relax: Lounge. Solarium
- Navigation & communication: 2 x radar, 2 x Ecosounder, 2 x GPS, SSB radio, VHS radio, satellite communication Irridium (Seawave), e-mail access
- Safety & rescue: 2 x life rafts Venol oxygen unit, O2, Nautilus Lifeline System (emergency call and rescue system for divers)
- Scuba Diving: 5:1 diver-to-guide ratio. 40 x 11.2 liter diving cylinders with DIN / INT mono connections, 2x 15 liter diving cylinders with DIN / INT mono connections, Compressors: 2 Mariner Bauer, Nitrox membrane system (32%), Rebreather: 4 Poseidon Discovery MK VI sets
- Amenities: TV, DVD / CD player, small library, water ski, wakeboard
- Crew: 20
PINDITO DECK PLAN
Upper Deck
Upper deck layout: Stairway to sundeck. Sundeck. Bridge. Owner cabin. Captain quarters. Dive crew quarters
Main Deck
Main deck layout: Deck. Restaurant. Stairway to cabins. Stairway to upper deck. Camera room. Dive base. Dive crew & dive gear
Lower Deck
Lower deck layout: Aru cabin twin. Ambon cabin twin. Obi cabin double. Morotai cabin double. Halmahera cabin double. Banda Neira cabin double. Tidore cabin double. Ternate cabin double
PRICES
The rates of Pindito are per night, per person, in a double cabin shared. The single cabin (not shared) has a supplement of 50%. Non-divers enjoy a 10% discount. Pindito offers special discounts for kids and repeaters. Request a quote in your preferred currency, and we can negotiate the best exchange rate for you: EUR, GBP, CHF, SGD, etc.
Pindito prices: from US$582 per night
What is included?
- One night’s transit at the airport hotel upon arrival in Indonesia, courtesy of Cruising Indonesia
- Arrival and departure airport transfers
- Accommodations on board
- Full board: all meals and snacks
- Water, tea, and coffee. Soft drinks, beers, and non alcoholic beverages
- 3 dives a day + 1 night dive according on board program
- Excursions according on board program
- Tanks and weights
- Nitrox
Mandatory surcharges
- Diving fees: National park entrance fees & harbour clearance. Fuel surcharge
Optional bookable and payable in advance
- International and domestic flights
- Complimentary transit nights at the airport hotel before or after your cruise, if you book your flights with Cruising Indonesia
Optional payable on board
- Wine and alcoholic beverages
- Laundry
- Rental Equipment
- Dive courses
- Tips to the crew
Terms & Conditions
Booking by cabin – Payments
- 30% of the invoice as deposit for booking confirmation
- 100% of the invoice must be paid 90 days before cruise departure
Private cruises & charters – Payments
- Deposit for booking confirmation: 10%
- 20% of the invoice must be paid 180 days before cruise departure
- 100% of the invoice must be paid 90 days before cruise departure
Payment method
All payments must be made by bank transfer or bank deposit according to the payment instructions of our invoice. Reservations and payments must be communicated and send by email.
Cancellation policy
Booking by cabin – Cancellation fees
- The confirmation deposit is not refundable
- In addition, the cancellation entails the loss of the amounts already paid
Private cruises & charters – Cancellation fees
- The confirmation deposit is not refundable
- In addition, the cancellation entails the loss of the amounts already paid
SPECIAL DEALS
A rare opportunity to enjoy 20% off on the featured Pindito’s Dive Cruise: Biodiversity & Whale Watching, and uncover Indonesia’s Wild East on the route Flores-Papua 2025.
- Biodiversity & Whale Watching – September 27-October 3, 2025 – 13 nights – USD 7565 -20% Off – USD 6052
- Christmas & New Year in Raja Ampat – December 22-January 2, 2026 – 11 nights – USD 6400 -10% Off – USD 5760
- Raja Ampat (charter optional) – January 12-23, 2026 – 11 nights – USD 6400 -10% Off – USD 5760
- Raja Ampat – January 26-February 6, 2026 – 11 nights – USD 6400 -10% Off – USD 5760
CHARTER THIS LIVEABOARD
Rent the yacht Pindito for an unmatched experience, with comfortable amenities for divers and non-divers, inclusive offerings like free nitrox, beer, and spirits, and its unique blend of adventure and wildlife experiences, including whale watching. The veteran crew, meticulous maintenance, and flexible itineraries tailored to conditions ensure a personalized and safe journey into Indonesia’s biodiverse waters.
Charter a trip on Pindito and expect surpassing comfort and high-level service, fully catered by a team of 20 crew, including 1 captain, 1 cruise manager, 2 dive guides, and 1 chef.
