DUNE Aurora

DUNE Aurora is a 42-meter traditional Phinisi liveaboard built in Sulawesi, accommodating 18 guests across 9 cabins in two categories — Superior Cabins on the main deck with sea views and Standard Cabins on the lower deck. For the 2026/2027 season, itineraries of 6 to 12 nights cover Raja Ampat, Halmahera, Lembeh, and Cenderawasih Bay. Nitrox, port fees, park fees, and fuel surcharges are all included. Rates starting from USD $391 per person per day.

Aurora is operated by DUNE Liveaboard, a multi-destination operator with vessels in Indonesia, the Maldives, Egypt, Djibouti, Sudan, and Saudi Arabia. The Indonesian fleet is represented by the Aurora, a traditional Phinisi built in Sulawesi combining wooden craftsmanship with modern diving facilities. A crew of 19 provides attentive service throughout each voyage, with gear assembly and disassembly handled by the team and cold drinks and warm towels offered after every dive.

Nine air-conditioned cabins accommodate up to 18 guests across two categories. Superior Cabins on the main deck offer sea views, while Standard Cabins are located on the lower deck — both with en-suite bathrooms and daily housekeeping. An air-conditioned salon provides indoor relaxation, and a sun deck offers open-air space between dives. The onboard chef prepares local and international cuisine with dedicated menus for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free requirements.

Diving operations include free nitrox for certified divers and professional dive guides leading site-specific itineraries with land excursions and snorkeling activities built into the schedule. Port fees, national park fees, and fuel surcharges are included in the cabin rate. For the 2026/2027 season, itineraries range from 6 to 12 nights across Raja Ampat, Halmahera, Lembeh Strait, and Cenderawasih Bay, following seasonal conditions across the eastern Indonesian archipelago.