Luxury Diving Liveaboard
Can I pay with credit card for extra items onboard MV Queen Scuba?
In Thailand we are able to accept credit card payments onboard MV Queen Scuba, please note there is a 3% charge.
At this time we are not able to accept credit card payments onboard MV Queen Scuba in Indonesia, although that should change soon. If booking your liveaboard directly (not via agent) the credit card charge will not apply at time of booking, but does apply for charges once onboard MV Queen Scuba.
Do you have Nitrox onboard MV Queen Scuba?
Nitrox is available for divers that are certified to use Enriched Air.
Nitrox Courses are available onboard for those that wish to become certified as Nitrox divers. In Thailand, we charge 250 baht per Nitrox dive or only 2000 baht if you wish to make all 14 dives on Nitrox. In Indonesia, we charge 6 Euros per fill. We also have Nitrox package, as we have several duration of trips in Indonesia with different number of dives, the cost of Nitrox package will depend on which trip you join.
For both locations, if you book at least 3 months before departure and pay in full at time of booking we offer Free Nitrox.
Can you organize some daily diving for me before/after my trip on MV Queen Scuba?
In Thailand and Indonesia, we can arrange daily scuba diving and courses for before or after your Liveaboard trip. Just let us how many days you want, if there is a certain dive site you want to visit and we will happily organize everything for you.
Can I bring my entire luggage onboard?
If you have a lot of extra luggage you do not require onboard please try to arrange to leave it in your hotel, presuming you are returning to the same hotel after the trip. We can also arrange luggage storage in our offices in Phuket and Bali.
What power supply do you have onboard MV Queen Scuba?
MV Queen Scuba has 220 volts available 24 hours per day and international style plugs. If you are not sure if your electrical appliances will fit, please bring your own adaptors.
What food do you serve onboard the liveaboard?
We serve a variety of Thai, Indonesian and Western dishes. In addition to three hearty meals per day, there are lots of snacks and fruit always available throughout the day. If you are vegetarian or have any special dietary requests please let us know at the time of booking so we can cater to your needs.
Do I need dive Insurance to join a dive trip onboard MV Queen Scuba?
We strongly recommend you arrange travel insurance or insurance specifically for scuba diving activities before you come on the trip. In the unlikely event you had a diving accident, evacuation and treatment in a hyperbaric chamber is very expensive.
We recommend Divers Alert Network for insurance specifically for divers. World Nomads is another good option and also offers trip cancellation coverage.
What kind of Visa do I need to visit Indonesia?
VISA on ARRIVAL (VoA)
This facility is now available for nationals of the following countries: Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Fiji, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Holland, Hungary, Iceland, India, Iran, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Laos, Latvia, Libya, Lichtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Maldives, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Panama, People's Republic of China, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Suriname, Switzerland, Sweden, Taiwan, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom and the United States of America.
Citizens of these countries will be able to apply for a VoA valid for 30 days upon arrival by air in Bali, Jakarta and a few other international airports or by ship at a limited number of Indonesian seaports. A 30-day visa costs US$25 and is extendable for another 30 days . Be aware that Immigration officials calculate the 30-day period as follows: your arrival day is counted as your first day, and you must leave the country on the 30th. or 60th. day!
How to Obtain the "VISA on ARRIVAL" (VoA)
Travelers from the above countries must be in possession of a passport, which is valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival and the completed embarkation/disembarkation card they received from their airline. They must also be able to prove they have sufficient funds for their stay in Indonesia.
Arriving travelers with Visa-On-Arrival status have to go first to one of the "VoA Counters" to pay the appropriate fee and have their passports stamped with the VoA before proceeding to the Immigration Clearance Desk. An o official bank is part of the VoA service counters. Payment of visa fees can be made in all major currencies or by VISA or MASTERCARD. For more information on Visa's for Indonesia, please contact the Indonesian embassy or consulate in your country.
What is the best season for diving in Indonesia?
As Indonesia is such a large country, it is possible to dive all year around depending on the area of Indonesia. The best season for diving in Komodo is June-October, which is when MV Queen Scuba offers trips to this destination. The best season to dive in Raja Ampat is from November to March, this is when MV Queen Scuba Liveaboard offers diving in this destination.
What diver certification level is required to dive in Komodo or Raja Ampat?
We accept all levels of divers onboard, we try to offer dive sites that are suitable for the guests diving experience and abilities. However, some of the dive sites on these trips have strong currents, our dive crew will give a detailed briefing before each dive, if they believe a site is beyond your diving capabilities they will advise you and do their best to provide an alternative site if possible. If you are an Open Water Level diver, we recommend you complete the Advanced Open Water Diver Certification during the liveaboard trip.
What is the temperature of the sea and what wetsuit do you recommend?
The Flores Sea with its usually clear blue waters, great visibility has water temperatures of approx 26-28 degrees (northern dive locations) – a 3-5 mm Shorty is okay with most guests comfortable with a 3-5mm long. The Sumba Sea (southern dive locations) has an average temperature of approx 22-24 degrees – the awesome diving let's you forget about the cooler waters! Raja Ampat also has sites with warm tropical temperatures and sites with cooler waters. Think about a 5mm long possibly adding a vest or renting a Shorty to go over the top if you feel the cold. Hood, gloves and booties are strongly recommended for these cooler waters.
What time do I need to arrive in Bali on the day the Liveaboard departs?
We strongly recommend all guests allow at least 1 night in Bali before and after liveaboard trip just in case of problems with flight delays. If your iveaboard trip departs from Labuan bajo the domestic flight from Bali to Labuan bajo is early, so it is essential you arrive the day before.
Do you include a free transfer to/from the boat in Bali?
Yes, we provide a free transfer at set times from Southern Bali. The following areas are included in the price. Airport, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Kuta Beach, Seminyak, Benoa, Sanur Beach. Transfers from Ubud, Padangbai, Candi Desa, Amed, Tulamben will cost €20 per person/per transfer. Transfers from Lovina Beach, Permuteran and northern points will cost €30 per person/per transfer.
What currency do you accept to pay for extra items onboard?
In Indonesia please pay for any extra services onboard in Indonesian Rupiah or US$.
Can you help book a hotel for me in Bali, Labuan Bajo, Sorong?
We are more than happy to help with Indonesian hotel arrangements if required, just let us know what level of hotel your require (2 Star- 5 Star), what area you would like to stay in and what dates you require for accommodation, we will do the rest.
What time does the Liveaboard return at the end of the trip?
MV Queen Scuba will return to Bali,Labuan Bajo or Sorong port in the evening or night time. We disembark the following morning.
Is the National Park Fee included in the trip price in Indonesia?
The Port and Park Fee is not included in the trip price. This is 60 Euros per person. This can be paid in Euros, US$ or Indonesian Ruphia.
I am joining a trip that starts/finishes in Labuan Bajo, do I need to book the flights myself?
For Komodo trips that start in Bali and finish in Labuan Bajo, the cruise price includes the return flight from Labuan Bajo back to Bali.
For Komodo trips that start in Labuan Bajo and return to Bali, include the one way flight from Bali to Labuan Bajo to meet the boat.
For Komodo trips that start and finish in Labuan Bajo, include round trip flights to/from Labuan Bajo to Bali.
Once we receive your deposit we will book your flight ticket, the flights once booked are non refundable.
Domestic flights to/from Sorong, the gateway to Raja Ampat are not included, too many routes and variables.
How to Get to Raja Ampat
Getting to Raja Ampat from an international destination is easy by using the following instructions. The first step is to purchase an international ticket to one of three Indonesian gateway cites: Bali, Jakarta, or Manado. There are regular international flights to these gateway cities from many European cities, Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. The second step is to purchase a domestic airline ticket from your Indonesian gateway city (Bali, Jakarta, or Manado) to Jefman Airport (airport code SOQ) in the city of Sorong. Sorong is your gateway to Raja Ampat while in Indonesia. Upon arriving Sorong you will be met at the airport or your hotel and escorted to the liveaboard.
Please note that the Bali and Manado gateways usually require an overnight stay before proceeding to Sorong. Using the Jakarta gateway you can usually get to Sorong in one day.
Booking a domestic flight within Indonesia can be challenging if you are outside of Indonesia. For this reason Queen Scuba Liveaboard would like to help you with your domestic flights within Indonesian whenever possible. When it is not possible for us to coordinate your flights or if you prefer to organize your own transport we can recommend a local travel agent who can help you with all the details. Please contact us for further details.
The Flight Process:
• Book Your International Flight to One of the Indonesian Gateway Cites (Bali, Jakarta, Manado)Please note that to enter Indonesia you must have a minimum of 6 months before expiration left on your passport and one full clean page for your visa on arrival.
Queen Scuba Liveaboard recommends that when you travel to Raja Ampat you incorporate two extra hotel nights into your travel plans. One hotel night on arrival between the international and domestic flights, and one hotel night on your journey home between the domestic and international flights. This advice will be greatly appreciated should there be a flight delay, cancellation, schedule change, baggage delay, or loss of baggage. If you choose to ignore this recommendation Queen Scuba Liveaboard cannot be held responsible for any loss as a result of the aforementioned.
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