La Galigo liveaboard cruising Wakatobi watersSelling Fast

La Galigo

Eight nights through Wakatobi's untouched coral gardens

4.6(11 reviews)
  • All-inclusive
  • Nitrox included
  • 16 guided dives
  • Gentle currents
  • Pristine soft-coral gardens with exceptional reef health
  • World-class macro: pygmy seahorses, nudibranchs, ghost pipefish
  • Gentle currents — ideal for relaxed multi-level diving
Duration
8 nights
Next departure
01 Jul 2026
Group size
Up to 14
From$2,680/ person

General information

About La Galigo

La Galigo is a 30-metre liveaboard operating since 2008 and one of Indonesia's most awarded boats. Seven en-suite cabins welcome up to 14 divers, with a crew of nine running gentle, reef-friendly diving across Wakatobi. A shaded sun deck, indoor saloon and dedicated dive deck round out an easy, unhurried week aboard.

La Galigo at anchor in Wakatobi

Choose your departure

Available sailings

  • 10 Jun 2026

    18 Jun 2026

    Hoga Island / Tomia / Kaledupa

    Itinerary9 days / 8 nights

    Departs Wangi-Wangi, Southeast Sulawesi

    Only 5 left
    Lowest price

    $2,680

    / person

✓ Book now, pay later · Full refund up to 60 days before, 50% up to 30 days, none after.

What's covered

Inclusions & extras

Included

  • All meals — breakfast, lunch, dinner, and fresh snacks
  • 16 guided dives with PADI-certified divemasters
  • Nitrox fills (certified divers)
  • Wakatobi Marine National Park conservation fee
  • Full dive equipment hire (regulator, BCD, wetsuit, fins)
  • Filtered drinking water and soft drinks
  • Village landing excursions
  • 24/7 crew and safety support

Required extras

  • Dive insurance
  • Fuel surcharge$184
  • National park fees$258
  • Park & port fees$258 per trip

Optional extras

  • Gratuities
  • Airport transfer
  • Hotel transfer
  • Local transfers
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Nitrox$10 per day
  • Private dive guide
  • Rental gear
  • Scuba diving courses
  • WiFi internet$46

Book now, pay later. Place your booking online and we'll hold your spaces for you — confirm later with a payment.

* Extra fees are shown per person.

On board

Boat features

  • Free WiFi where signal allows
  • Air conditioning throughout
  • Spacious shaded sun deck
  • Indoor saloon & lounge
  • Camera charging & rinse station
  • Hot-water showers
  • Dedicated dive deck
  • Towels & linens provided

Galley

Food & drinks

  • All meals freshly prepared on board
  • Vegetarian & dietary options
  • Free soft drinks & filtered water
  • Tea, coffee & snacks all day
  • Local & international cuisine
  • Fresh fruit daily

Languages spoken

EnglishIndonesian

On board

Cabin types

The vessel

Boat spec

Year built
2008
Refitted
2019
Length
30 m
Beam
7 m
Hull
Wooden phinisi
Cruising speed
8 knots
Engines
Mitsubishi marine diesel
Max guests
14
Cabins
7
Bathrooms
7
Crew
9
Tenders
2
Water capacity
6 tonnes
Freshwater maker
Yes

Equipped for

Navigation & safety

  • Radar & GPS navigation
  • Life rafts & life jackets
  • Emergency oxygen (O₂)
  • First-aid kits & AED
  • Fire extinguishers & alarms
  • Satellite phone & VHF radio
  • Tender / chase boat
  • Crew trained in first aid

Know before you go

Expedition FAQ

A minimum of PADI Open Water Diver (or equivalent) is required. Wakatobi's gentle conditions make it an excellent destination for newer divers. Please bring your certification card.

Wakatobi is known for its gentle, predictable currents — a welcome contrast to Komodo or Raja Ampat. Most sites are suitable for relaxed multi-level diving, which is part of what keeps the reefs so pristine.

Outstanding. Wakatobi is celebrated for pygmy seahorses, nudibranchs, ghost pipefish, and other critters. Camera setups with macro lenses are strongly recommended.

Full refund 60+ days before departure. 50% refund 30–59 days before. No refund within 30 days. We strongly recommend travel insurance covering trip cancellation.

Yes — Nitrox (EAN 32%) is included for all certified Nitrox divers at no extra charge. 12L aluminium tanks are standard; 15L tanks are available on request.

Your operator

La Galigo Liveaboards

Operating since 2008 · 18 years of expeditions

Verified

Indonesia's most awarded liveaboard, operating since 2008. The team holds permitted overnight routes through Wakatobi Marine National Park and includes a marine conservation fee with every booking. Long-standing relationships with local Bajo communities underpin every itinerary.

PADI 5-Star
Green Fins Certified
SSI Partner
Coral Triangle Initiative Member

Guest reviews

4.6Excellent

11 verified reviews

Vessel
4.6
Crew
5.0
Food
4.4
Diving
4.9
Value
4.7
  • D

    David B.

    🇮🇪Ireland

    Exceptional

    Swimming through a painting

    The soft corals at House Reef were unlike anything I've seen. This place is an underwater garden — every dive felt like swimming through a painting.

    Recommended forSoft coralsHouse ReefMacro

    April 2026

  • P

    Priya N.

    🇮🇳India

    Very good

    Excellent value, relaxed pace

    Excellent value and a wonderfully relaxed pace. Would love an extra night or two to explore more of the park, but the diving was first-class.

    Recommended forValueRelaxed paceReef health

    February 2026

  • C

    Chris M.

    🇺🇸United States

    Exceptional

    Punches above its weight

    Smaller destination but the diving punches way above its weight. Zero crowds, pristine reefs, and a crew that genuinely cares about conservation.

    Recommended forNo crowdsConservationReef health

    December 2025

  • L

    Lukas B.

    🇨🇭Switzerland

    Exceptional

    Faultless from start to finish

    Everything ran like clockwork — briefings, boat logistics, dive timing. The crew anticipated what you needed before you asked. I'd book again without a second thought.

    Recommended forOrganisationCrewBriefings

    April 2026

  • S

    Sophie L.

    🇫🇷France

    Very good

    Wonderful diving, minor niggles

    The diving exceeded expectations and the guides were superb. A couple of small comfort issues on a full boat, but nothing that took away from an unforgettable week.

    Recommended forDive guidesMarine life

    February 2026

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