More Than Just a Booking Site
When we built Coralbound, we asked ourselves: what actually makes booking liveaboards frustrating? The answer wasn't just finding the right boat or comparing prices. It was all the little things - filling out the same information repeatedly, keeping track of bookings, sharing trip ideas with dive buddies, leaving reviews after your adventure.
So we built features that actually solve these problems. Here's what makes Coralbound different.
Advanced Search: Find Your Perfect Boat
Here's where Coralbound really stands out. While most platforms offer basic filters, we built a search system that actually understands how divers choose liveaboards.
The principle is simple: if you can see it in the boat details, you can search by it.
Search by location:
- Specific destinations (Raja Ampat, Komodo, Banda Sea, Alor, Cenderawasih Bay, and more)
- Multiple destinations in one search
- As we expand beyond Indonesia, search by country too
Search by marine life: Looking for manta rays? Whale sharks? Hammerheads? Pygmy seahorses? Thresher sharks? Turtles? Search by the species you want to encounter. Our system matches your marine life preferences with the destinations and seasons where you're most likely to see them.
Search by boat amenities:
- Nitrox availability
- Camera facilities and charging stations
- Tender/skiff specifications
- Air conditioning
- En-suite bathrooms
- Dive deck setup
- WiFi availability
- And everything else listed in the boat specifications
Search by dietary requirements: Vegetarian? Vegan? Gluten-free? Specific allergies? Filter boats by dietary options they can accommodate. No more emailing back and forth to confirm if they can handle your requirements.
Search by specific dates: Enter your exact travel dates and see which boats have availability. No more browsing boats only to discover they're fully booked when you need them.
Search by any detail you care about: Trip duration, cabin type, number of dives per day, experience level required, group size, special offers and deals - if it matters to you and it's in our boat details, you can filter by it.
Want to see which boats currently have special offers? Filter by deals and find discounted trips instantly.
This level of search detail doesn't exist on other platforms. We built it because we know divers don't just choose boats randomly - you have specific interests, requirements, and must-haves. Why shouldn't your search tool reflect that?
Komodo liveaboards boat anchored crystal clear waters Indonesia diving cruise aerial view - Picture by Neptune Liveaboards
Multi-Currency Display: See Prices Your Way
Browse and compare in your preferred currency. We support multiple currencies so you can see prices in USD, EUR, AUD, GBP, and more - whatever makes sense for your planning.
How payment works:
Liveaboard prices are set by operators in their base currency (EUR or USD).
- Credit card payments: Processed securely via Xendit in IDR (Indonesian Rupiah) converted at mid-market rates from XE.com - the best exchange rate available on the market, with no markup. Xendit's platform includes the latest security features to protect your payment information. We absorb the credit card processing fees, so you pay no extra booking charges.
- Bank transfers: Pay directly in the operator's base currency (USD or EUR), avoiding conversion fees entirely.
This transparent approach means you get fair pricing without hidden fees or markups. The multi-currency display helps you budget and compare in familiar terms, while our payment system ensures you're getting the most competitive rates possible.
Mobile App: Book from Anywhere
Already available on iOS and Android. Browse boats, manage your wishlist, check your bookings, and even book trips from your phone. Full platform functionality in your pocket, whether you're at home planning or sitting at a dive bar in Bali making spontaneous decisions.
Guest Profiles: Book Once, Never Re-enter Again
Remember filling out passenger information forms? Name, date of birth, passport number, dietary restrictions, certification level, emergency contacts - over and over for every booking?
Not anymore.
Create guest profiles once, use them forever. Add yourself, your dive buddy, your partner, or your entire group. When you book your next liveaboard, just select the profiles you need. No repetitive data entry, no copying information from old emails, no wondering if you spelled someone's name the same way twice.
Perfect for:
- Repeat travelers who book multiple trips per year
- Dive centers booking for groups
- Families or regular dive buddies traveling together
- Anyone who values their time
Majestic Manta Ray with Diver in Background on Indonesia Liveaboard Diving Trip - Picture by Neptune Liveaboards
Wishlist: Dream Now, Share Easily, Book Later
That Raja Ampat trip you've been eyeing? you want to do next year? that's just slightly out of budget right now?
Add them to your wishlist.
Your wishlist isn't just a personal planning tool. You can share it with friends and family. Planning a trip together? Share your wishlist and see what overlaps. Birthday or anniversary coming up? Send your wishlist to someone who asks "what do you want?" (Spoiler: you want to .)
Think of it as your diving bucket list that's actually actionable. No more screenshots, saved emails, or mental notes. Just add boats to your wishlist and come back when you're ready to book.
Quick Sign-In with Google
We use Google single sign-on technology. If you have a Google account, you're literally two clicks away from having a Coralbound account. No password to remember, no lengthy registration forms, no verification emails to track down.
Don't have Google or prefer not to use it? No problem. Create an account the traditional way - it's still quick and straightforward.
Your Dashboard: Overview at a Glance
When you log in, your dashboard gives you an immediate overview of everything that needs your attention:
- Action items - Need to add guest details to a booking? Final payment due soon? We'll flag it clearly
- Upcoming trips - Quick view of your next adventures
- Notifications - Important updates about your bookings
- Quick links - Access your wishlist, reviews, and account settings
Think of it as your command center. No hunting through menus to find what you need - everything important is right there when you log in.
Blue-ringed octopus Hapalochlaena species Raja Ampat Indonesia macro diving liveaboard venomous marine life underwater photography - Picture by Tina Bogdanova
Detailed Bookings Section: Everything in One Place
Want to dive deeper into a specific booking? The detailed bookings section shows:
- All your bookings - past, present, and upcoming
- Booking status - confirmed, waiting for guest details, pending final payment, completed
- Trip details - dates, boat, itinerary, add-ons you've selected
- Guest information - Who's traveling, what details are still needed
- Payment information - what's paid, what's pending, payment deadlines
- Quick access to receipts and confirmations
- Trip extensions - Your domestic flights, hotels, cultural tours if you've added them
No more digging through emails trying to find your booking confirmation from three months ago. No wondering if your flight extension request went through or if you've added your dive buddy's passport details. Everything's organized, accessible, and clear.
Leave Reviews, Help Fellow Divers
Completed a trip? Come back and review it. Rate the vessel, service, food, diving, safety, and perceived value. Share what worked, what surprised you, and who the boat is best suited for.
Your reviews help other divers make informed decisions and help operators understand what they're doing well. It's how we build a platform with information you can actually trust.
Leave a verified review and earn a free hotel night for your next booking.
Continuously Improving
We're constantly working on new features based on feedback from our diving community. Enhanced trip documents, advanced trip planning tools, and other improvements are in development.
We built Coralbound the way we wish liveaboard booking platforms worked when we were diving instructors planning trips. And we're not stopping - the platform evolves based on what you actually need.
Simple, Smart, Built for You
We built Coralbound the way we wish liveaboard booking platforms worked when we were diving instructors planning trips. No unnecessary complexity, no confusing interfaces, just smart features that make your life easier.
Whether you're booking your first liveaboard or your fiftieth, the platform adapts to how you actually plan and book diving adventures.
Ready to Experience It?
Browse our Indonesia liveaboards and see how Coralbound makes booking simple. Create your account, build your wishlist, and start planning your next underwater adventure.
See why you should book with Coralbound - same prices, better value.
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Questions? Contact us
All features are included at no additional cost. We're continuously improving the platform based on user feedback - let us know what features would make your booking experience even better.