Built for Divers
A spacious dive deck, nitrox on request, 3 dedicated tenders and experienced local dive guides keep the diving at the heart of every day.
The Story of Mari: Built from Tradition. Guided by purpose.
A South Sulawesi phinisi with a long history at sea, now owned and operated by a team focused on serious diving in Indonesia.
Our Story
A traditional Indonesian phinisi with diving at its heart
Where Mari’s story began
Built in 2008 by the phinisi boat builders of South Sulawesi, Mari represents generations of knowledge, carried through timber, proportion and craft. Constructed from ironwood and teak, she belongs to a living Indonesian maritime tradition shaped by long passages through the archipelago.
Her history gives Mari character, but it does not define the experience alone. Today, that traditional foundation supports a clear purpose: to take serious divers into Indonesia’s remarkable waters with capable operations, personal service and the freedom of a small vessel.
Why Mari Liveaboard exists
Mari liveaboard was shaped around a simple idea. A premium diving journey should invest in what matters on the water, without unnecessary spectacle.
That means an experienced dive team, a maximum of 14 guests and a crew large enough to keep service attentive throughout the voyage. It means space to prepare properly, recover between dives and watch the islands pass at the pace of the boat. Everything has a role, from the way the dive operation moves to the quiet rhythm of life on deck.
The result is not an attempt to be an ultra-luxury resort at sea. It is something more focused: a traditional phinisi liveaboard for serious divers, offering premium comfort and exceptional value.
Looking ahead
Mari’s next chapter is grounded in the same qualities that have carried her this far: Indonesian craftsmanship, capable seamen and dive staff, and a respect for the waters she travels through.
The aim is measured rather than grand. To run thoughtful voyages, care for the boat and give divers the time, support and space to experience Indonesia properly.
About Mari
Why sail with Mari
Premium Comfort
7 sea-view ensuite cabins, a 50 sqm al fresco dining area with a bar and 270° sea views, a sundeck, an open sky deck and a shaded lounge give you space to settle in between dives.
Exceptional Value
Premium amenities and personal service at a fraction of comparable liveaboard rates.
1:1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio
14 crew for up to 14 guests, including an up to 4:1 guest-to-guide ratio, keeps service personal throughout the voyage.
Book your Mari Liveaboard trip
Book a private charter
Charter Mari for a private liveaboard shaped around your group. Sail with up to 14 guests and enjoy the flexibility to plan a route that suits the way you want to dive.
Join a shared diving trip
Join a scheduled Mari departure and dive Indonesia's defining regions alongside fellow dive enthusiasts.
In their words
What guests say about sailing with Mari
Bruce H
28 Jan, 2026
Top value for money
We took an 11 day trip to Misool and Dampier. The crew and dive guides led by Ungke were very friendly and absolutely went out of their way to find the best sites for our group's interests, from mantas to muck diving. Food was fantastic, cabins were comfortable, and the whole trip felt like incredible value for what we experienced. Would book with Mari again in a heartbeat.
Kerstin W
28 May, 2024
Best crew ever for an amazing dive adventure
Very knowledgeable dive guides for all the different dive sites, with time for photo enthusiasts to get the shots they wanted without holding up the group. Briefings were thorough and the whole crew felt like family by the end of the trip. Highly recommend for anyone serious about their diving.
aline W
02 Oct, 2019
Superb Komodo Cruise
The dives were all more incredible than the last. The boat is in very good condition; nothing is missing. The crew is really attentive and clearly passionate about diving themselves, which made every briefing exciting. Meals were varied and delicious, and the itinerary hit all the highlights Komodo is famous for. Can't wait to sail with them again.
Doralysa N
07 Oct, 2023
Everything was just perfect
The staff was amazing, very professional and concerned about diving safety. The boat has all the dive amenities you could ask for, and the cabins were spotless and comfortable after long dive days. Every detail felt thought through, from the dive briefings to the food. This trip exceeded all my expectations.
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