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The KLM Aurora

The KLM Aurora is one of Indonesia's most elegant and luxurious Liveaboard vessel. Built in 2009 with speed, safety and comfort in mind, the ship spans an impressive 42 meters long and 9 meters wide, all powered by a 420 hp Mitsubishi marine engine. The elegance of her solid iron wood hull and teak wood interior combined with luxurious air conditioned cabins and modern safety, navigation and diving equipment make her the superior choice amongst liveaboard dive vessels in Indonesia. The KLM Aurora is our new dedicated vessel for all scheduled cruises throughout the incredible Indonesian Archipelago.

The MS Aurora under full sails Deluxe cabin bathroom The Aurora cruising Raja Ampat A great place to relax - the aft lounge area

Indonesian 'Bugis Prahus', commonly known as Pinisi, are made from locally-grown timber (Ironwood & Teak amongst others) according to a tradition that dates back to long before Portuguese colonists reached the area. The classic beauty of the KLM Aurora combines this traditional craftsmanship with modern conveniences, providing our guests with luxurious comfort even in the remotest waters of Indonesia. The KLM Aurora is one of Indonesia's most sought after luxury liveaboard scuba diving vessel.

Vessel Specifications

The vessel has been specifically built and refitted to suit long range live aboard scuba diving expeditions and underwater photography. With a 420 hp Mitsubishi engine, the ship is very fast and has a cruising speed of 7-10 knots (with sails) to ensure swift travel.

Type: Phinisi Schooner Hull: Ulin Wood (Iron Wood) Gross Tonnage: 189 GT Cruising Speed: 7-8 Knots
Length: 42 Meters (138 Feet) Beam: 9 Meters (30 Feet) Draft: 2.6 Meters (8.5 Feet) Fuel Capacity: 12 Tons
Main Engine: 420 hp Mitsubishi diesel Generators: 2 x 32kw Water Capacity: 12 Tons Desalinator: 6 Tons/Day
Great view from the sun-deck Aurora at anchor before diving majestic Aurora Deluxe double bed cabin

Safety Equipment

  • Inflatable Life Rafts
  • Life Jackets
  • Life Buoys
  • Smoke Detectors
  • Fire Hoses & Hydrants
  • C02 & Powder Fire Extinguishers

Dive Support Equipment

  • 2 x Coltri Air Compressors
  • 1 x Coltri Nitrox Unit
  • 2 x Zodiac Dive Tender - 5000 cm - 1 x 40 hp
  • 1 x Glass fiber Dive Tender - 500 cm - 1 x 40 hp

Accommodation

  • 3 x Below Deck Twin [Capacity: 2 pax/cabin]
  • 4 x Below Deck Deluxe Double [Capacity: 2 pax/cabin]

Navigation & Communication

  • 1 x Chart Plotter with GPS
  • 1 x Radar
  • 1 x Echo Sounder
  • 1 x VHF + 1 x SSB Radios
  • 1 x Satellite Phone
  • 1 x Email system
Bow double bed cabin Aurora at Banda Neira dive tenders Deluxe twin cabin

Info Very importantly the liveaboard is comprehensively refitted during an annual dry docking at the beginning of the year plus regular maintenance is carried out throughout the year to ensure that the vessel is always seaworthy.