Meet the Mantas of Indonesia with Dr Marshall on the Arenui

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Luxury liveaboard - the Arenui - offers a special MANTA cruise in Indonesia’s Raja Ampat, with Dr Andrea Marshall onboard for specialist talks and insights into manta research (20-31 March 2013). Check the website for the latest cabin availability and for details on other cruises in Raja Ampat or Maluku, Ambon, Alor, Flores and Komodo.

Treat yourself to luxury on the Arenui Boutique Liveaboard

Arenui cruises are booking up fast for 2012, so now is a great time to plan ahead for 2013! Why not join us on our special manta cruise to dive Raja Ampat with Dr Andrea Marshall?

SPECIAL CRUISE DETAILS:

20-31 March 2013: Raja Ampat 11N Manta Cruise (embark/disembark: Sorong). Various cabins available.

Not only do you visit some of the most stunning dive sites in the world - with some of the greatest diversity in terms of coral and fish life – but it's also a great location for manta rays and we have tailored this trip to prioritize opportunities to dive and snorkel with these incredible pelagic creatures. We're also delighted that Dr Andrea Marshall (Queen of Mantas) will be offering regular talks for guests on the cruise, sharing her insights and vast experiences of studying and diving with mantas. In addition, we are pleased to announce that proceeds from this trip will also be supporting The Marine Megafauna Foundation.

ARENUI DETAILS:
The Arenui boutique dive liveaboard is a traditional and magnificent Phinisi, a classic Indonesian wooden sailing vessel, set to explore the majestic underwater world of the Indonesian archipelago. In fact, the Arenui is a work-of-art in itself. Plus, 70% of the wood used to build the Arenui is recycled wood.

Luxuriate in exceptionally spacious cabin, tastefully furnished with exquisite handicrafts from each of the Indonesian provinces. Each cabin, which far surpasses anything one would expect to find on a liveaboard, has a private en-suite bathroom and individually controlled air conditioning. A king-size bed and separate salon area assures our guests' comfort.

We have given the same attention to making our meals extraordinary, from the setting to the décor and choice of dishes. Rather than the typical dive liveaboard buffets, you will be able to choose from our daily a-la-carte menus. We can easily cater to any special dietary needs.

On the Arenui, all amenities, such as a full range of massage and spa treatments, are included with the intent to make you feel as comfortable and relaxed as possible at all times. We believe that this individual service and our personalized touches on board will make your holiday an unforgettable one.

With 22 crew serving a maximum of 16 guests, we aim to make your cruise a truly relaxing and first-class experience!

The whole operation is led by our 2 highly experienced western cruise directors, Jerry and Debbie. Our 3 Indonesian divemasters (Ali, Toby and Wawan) are rated amongst the most knowledgeable in the region.

- Ali was trained for many years by Larry Smith (“the legend” of Indonesian’s diving industry)
- Wawan has spent several years diving Raja Ampat and Komodo
- Toby has an amazing knack for spotting rare critters (famous for being the first to spot the psychedelic frogfish in Ambon Bay)

The Arenui can be your private sanctuary and second home, but one located amidst a constantly changing tropical landscape!

Visit (and “like”) our Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/ArenuiBoutiqueLiveaboard or find out more about this manta cruise at https://www.facebook.com/events/206854642696480/

Price: US $5,280
Package Validity - Start Date: March 20, 2013
Package Validity - End Date: March 31, 2013
Travel must be booked by: June 29, 2012
Book by email: info@thearenui.com
Book by phone: +62 3614 730159
www.thearenui.com