previous vessels

A selection of comments taken at random from our guest comment books on our previous vessels, the Voyager and the Sea Safari III.

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"We don't know where and how to begin... our Komodo "diving expedition of a lifetime" cum "digital photography workshop" has been too good to put into words! The staff, the service and the facilities on board of the "Sea Safari III" spoiled us every single minute of this 12-day trip while the underwater diversity from the pinhead-tiny Ladybug up to the ballet dancing Manta Ray amongst pristine reefs made us catch our breath."

Heitz and Antonia Sonn

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"Made, Adong, Captain, Gusti, Iscandar, Sonny and Didi were all above standards. The masseuse was an added great touch. "Each trip is like a kaleidoscope, nothing ever stays the same and the combinations are endless. I would like to thank you for providing the right pieces, we had a trip of a lifetime and Kararu will be forever a great memory."

Paul Vrabcak

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"It is a rare travel with hosts as amiable, competent, helpful yet unobtrusive and crew both friendly and always ready to lend a hand, a boat as nicely appointed as it is well run and in such an interesting corner of the globe keep up the good work ! I raise my cup to Kararu Dive Voyages: Panjang Umurnya! dan terimakasih banyak untuk semua!"

Felderico Mora

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"Wow, Komodo dragons! What a dive trip, don't like the little things but, the sharks and the food was great!! Be back again soon."

Simon Chang

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"Thank you Kararu for an incredibley trip!! Esp Sascha who is abrilliant spotter, I've met more critlers man I dreamt possible. The crew are one of the best i've had the pleasure of travelling with so helpful and friendly look foward to a great business partnership."

Jane, Crusader Travel, UK

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"Sascha and all Kararu and Sea Safari III staff. Thank you so much for an incredible trip. It has been a fantastic week. I have learnt so much about critters and i hope I have developed better "spotting eyes" I will go back home with wonderful memories as well as fantastic video footage! See you again soon."

JP, Frogman Sub

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"Too often dive operations don't live up to the self-serving hype found in glossy brochures and other advertisements. That is *not* the case with Kararu, which "delivered the goods" - on all counts. The boat was exceptionally comfortable and well maintained; the food was excellent in both quality and variety (my only complaint being that there was too much of it!); the crew was superb; the reefs we dove were healthy (no bleaching here); and for underwater photographers, the macro photo opts had to be seen to be believed."

Robert Shaklovitz

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"I'd been hearing about how great this boat was for a while, so when I arrived on board for a weeks trip, my expectations were high to say the least! Well, it's the last hour of a wonderful week and I have to say All of my expectations have been surpassed-the accomodation , the food and above all, the crew were fantastic! Thank you for putting such a great dive boat together."

Lyn Shwaiko

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"Quite spacious and different from the typical Indonesian Phinisi vessels. They have a large dive deck, camera storage and work area. All in all, a really exceptionally good trip on a welcome addition to the other dive boats operating out here."

Dave Van Rooy
www.seabelow.com

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"My opinion as a Travel Agent specialised in Diving is quite a bit positive about the Voyager facilities. The boat is very roomy, both cabins and different areas like dining & saloon area, lounge, dive deck, camera room and so on. I was astonished at the quality of her extensive and specialised library, her good food and the professional staff attention. What to say about diving in Raja Ampat, I think we can describe it as incredible and amazing. The great biodiversity, the good quality of the reefs and the small amount of divers in there makes Raja Ampat a perfect dive destination."

Felipe Barrio
Ultima Frontera (Spain)

"Mi opinión como Agencia de Viajes especializada en Diving es muy positiva sobre las prestaciones del Voyager. El barco me ha partecido muy amplio, tanto los camarotes como las diferentes zonas (salon superior, salón inferior, zona de buceo, cuarto para camaras submarinas, etc), me sorprendio gratamente la extensa y especializada biblioteca, la buena comida y la atención recibida por parte del staff. Del buceo en Raja Ampat, creo que se puede calificar de increible, la diversidad de especies, la calidad de los arrecifes y la poca cantidad de bucedores lo hacen perfecto."

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"The maiden voyage on Kararu's new live-aboard "Voyager" was even better than we anticipated. The vessel is huge and very comfortable with the great food we've come to expect from Kararu. The two salon areas, one interior and protected from the elements and the other outside with it's bird's eye view of the open sea, provides passengers with plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the voyage. We were overwhelmed by the two on-board masseuses. What an unexpected treat to have a massage at the end of a full day of diving.

From a photographers viewpoint the vessel is very "camera friendly". The charging stations and prep areas are well conceived and provide ample space for a ship load of photographers. Electrical outlets in every cabin allow editing to be done in comfort and privacy. The cabins are even wired for Internet! The dive deck is spacious, extremely well organized, and makes gearing up a simple endeavour.

Having spent many years wandering the world's oceans in questionable vessels one of our main concerns is safety. "Voyager" is a "real" ship with the proper ratings, equipment and crew trained for extended exploration. I feel comfortable and confident that "Voyager" can handle virtually any seas that Mother Nature might send her way.

The service staff and dive-masters are top notch. Every request is met with a smile and a "can do" attitude. Diving "Voyager" is fun, comfortable, safe and offers more than you expect from any live-aboard. As industry standards improve most operations are constantly playing catch up; Kararu's "Voyager" has already arrived!"

Burt and Marurine

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"With the addition of “the Voyager”, Kararu has once again provided the diving traveler with a highest level of service and comfort. Voyager is without question one of the finest live aboard dive vessels in operation in the world. Voyager was built and designed to explore remote areas of Indonesia in comfort and safety. The cabins, food and dive facilities are all first class. It is the finest dive boat I have ever journeyed on."

Jim Watt
www.oceanstock.com

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"The Voyager is one of the most seaworthy and comfortable live-aboards that I have ever experienced offering access to some of the world's best diving. It is particularly well-suited for traveling through remote areas where weather and seas are less predictable. It offers more privacy in numerous public areas (both indoor and outdoor), more conveniences (laundry service, email access, massage), varied itineraries including exploratory expeditions and a well-trained and experienced crew."

Ann Louise Tuke
Caradonna Dive Adventures

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Kararu Dive Voyages would like to thank all of our guests for coming on board with us and being such great company. If you would like to include a comment about your cruise with us on this web page please write to us via the online contact form and we will add your comment here.

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