White Manta Explorer

An experience of a lifetime awaits you onboard the magnificent refurbished White Manta. Stable, spacious and safe, she is fully equipped to take you on a fascinating diving adventure in the magical waters of Indonesia.

The White Manta is possibly the largest purpose-built RINA CLASS dive vessel in the region, measuring 46m (150 ft) by 10m (30ft). This steel-hulled vessel can accommodate up to 24 guests, depending on the cruise destination. It features 14 beautifully furnished en-suite cabins, each averaging 20sqm (200sf) in size, an open outdoor alfresco dining area, and an indoor air-conditioned dining room. These elements contribute to the perfect onboard ambience for a world-class dive holiday.

With maximum comfort and safety in mind, the White Manta is well-equipped with safety facilities. Her steel hull and cruising speed of 10 knots make her an ideal vessel for long- haul cruises and blue water crossing trips.

Cabins
Accommodations on White Manta Explorer include fourteen beautifully furnished en-suite staterooms averaging 215 sqft (20 sqm). The substantial staterooms provide modern lodging for up to 24 guests, of which 6 can be available for single occupancy. Matched with a number of amenities, including 24-hour satellite WIFI connection (at an extra cost), a spacious sundeck (equipped with long chairs and comfortable double day-beds), and two dining areas – a popular outdoor alfresco area and an indoor air-conditioned room for finer dining – you’re ensured the onboard ambiance of a world-class dive holiday. In addition, chef-prepared meals will feature a blend of Western and Asian cuisine and with no less than 4 gourmet meals a day, you will be satisfied with an extensive range of flavors to delight your taste buds.

The New White Manta Explorer will take 22-32 guests depending on destination and if booked as a full charter. There are 14 smartly furnished en-suite cabins, each average 20sqm (200sf) in size comprising of twin/double or triple share cabins.

6 cabins on upper deck with window

4 cabins on main deck with window

4 cabins on below deck with a port hole

New White Manta Explorer Specifications:

Ensuite Cabin: 14

Total Guests: 24-32

Crew: 20

Length: 46m (150 feet)

Width: 10m (30ft)

Hull: Steel

Cruising Speed: 10knots

Engine: 2 x 450hp Cummins

Generator: 3 x Cummins Gensets

Compressor: 3 x 250 litres

Nitrox: 1 x Nitrox system

Dinghy: 4 x 5.8m dinghy with 60hp OBM

Watermakers: 2 x Watermakers 10 ton freshwater daily

Fresh water tank : 30,000 litres

Diesel tank: 45,000 litres

Range : 3000 nm

Ambon, Ring of Fire, & Banda Sea (Oct-Apr) 7-11 night trips
Starting with muck diving around Ambon Bay, we cross the Banda Sea tracing the perimeter of islands. Let our experienced crew show you these remote and almost untouched locations with wonderful reefs and stunning drop offs. Marine life here is in abundance from the critters, sea snakes, manta rays, sharks and much more.

Raja Ampat & Misool (Oct-Apr) 7-10 nights
Immerse yourself in diving paradise in Raja Ampat – the world’s richest and most biodiverse dive destination. The sheer abundance of marine life, healthy and vibrant reefs, and immense range of dive sites will leave even the most experienced divers wanting more!

Above water, admire its jungle-covered limestone islands, enchanting lagoons, and dense mangrove forests. Underwater, explore a vast array of dive sites teeming with coral and marine life. Here, no two trips are ever the same. Raja Ampat is worth visiting again and again.

Triton Bay (Nov-Apr) 7 nights plus combo trips
Triton Bay really does feel like you are entering a time capsule from the past. The underwater landscape provides similarly impressive level of soft coral coverage as places like Misool while the marine life never fails to impress, with huge schools of untroubled trevallies & jacks, plenty of macro superstars, squadrons of Bumped parrotfish and ever-present turtles. Triton Bay’s black coral forests are awesome in scale and never fail to impress, while above the water the landscape is also fascinating with lush green forests, stunning sunsets & sunrises, and a real sense that you are exploring a true wilderness. Not many Liveaboards visit this region, and we shall explore the South-East coast, the sense of true exploration & privilege to visit this region is undeniable. Local fishing often attract whale sharks & dolphins too.