Seven cabins, up to four dives a day, and a Phinisi designed and managed by an experienced liveaboard diver. La Galigo is on Coralbound.
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La Galigo
La Galigo is a 33-metre two-mast Phinisi, built in 2012 by craftsmen from Bira in South Sulawesi. The hull is Kayu Besi ironwood with teak interiors. Her last refit was in 2025.
She carries 14 guests in seven cabins, an intimate size for a liveaboard.
La Galigo is one of the more mid-range choices on Coralbound. She dives a lot, the food is good, the crew is good, and guests leave happy. The operator describes her as designed and managed by an experienced liveaboard diver, and the layout shows it: a dedicated dive platform at the rear, and an engine room soundproofed from the cabins so you can sleep.
Classic bow view of La Galigo phinisi liveaboard with traditional red sails and crew member on deck - Picture by La Galigo
Diving
Up to four dives a day are offered, in small groups. Dive tenders run from the rear platform, and tanks are 12-litre aluminium, with 15-litre available. Dive equipment is included in the price: full Aqualung and Scubapro gear, plus SMBs, reef hooks and dive computers. Nitrox is available on board. Dive courses are available for guests who want to train on the trip.
Safety equipment includes a defibrillator, EPIRB, satellite phone, 12 hours of emergency oxygen, and life rafts and life vests for all guests. All crew are trained in first aid.
Cabins
Seven cabins in three classes, all en-suite with hot showers and climate control:
- Deluxe (4): 12 sqm on the lower deck, with American spring mattresses. They sit low in the hull, which suits guests prone to seasickness. The two rear Deluxe cabins can be set up as a double or two singles.
- Master (2): 14 sqm on the upper deck, with more seclusion and a sunrise view. Each can be set up as a double or two singles.
- The Suite (1): 22 sqm, with a 48-inch TV, a private lounge with sofas, a fridge and a private balcony with 270-degree views.
La Galigo liveaboard suite with spacious living area, comfortable seating, coffee table and panoramic ocean views for luxury Indonesia diving cruise - Picture by La Galigo
Food
Meals are a global buffet: Western, Asian and vegetarian dishes, four meals a day plus post-dive snacks. Vegan options are available with advance notice, and special requests are handled if you flag allergies early. Local beer and international wine are available to buy.
Where she sails
La Galigo runs 6 to 12-day itineraries in three main areas:
- Raja Ampat, 7 to 12 days.
- Komodo, 6 to 12 days.
- Komodo to Bali or Bali to Komodo, with whale sharks off Sumbawa on the way.
All scheduled trips are guaranteed to depart, whatever the number of confirmed bookings.
What's available to book
La Galigo's upcoming departures are live on Coralbound with real-time availability and pricing direct from the operator. Rates start from USD $350 per person per day for the 2026/2027 season, with dive equipment included.
Questions? Reach us on live chat on the site, via WhatsApp, or through the contact form. Bookings through Coralbound come at the same price as booking direct, with booking gifts including the option of a complimentary hotel night.
