M/V Mermaid II
I just returned from a 9 day trip on Mermaid II to Raja Ampat. The accommodations were clean and comfortable. The dive area on the boat was very organized. I can’t say enough great things about the staff on the staff on this boat. Clement is the cruise director and he is fun, friendly, knowledgeable about the area and really organized! His assistants, Luca and Sari are equally wonderful! All of the dive masters are knowledgeable and attentive. I had a hamstring injury 2 weeks prior to my trip and was concerned about not being able to dive. The staff helped with my gear and thankfully I was able to make every dive. The food is amazing! I forgot the name of the sweet lady in the kitchen every day but she also gets 5 stars. Lots of food and snacks. Hot chocolate after the night dive was yummy! They have alcohol on the boat for purchase. The diving was very diverse with beautiful coral. One of the night dives was a muck dive and absolutely incredible! The viz was a little low due to plankton but that just brought more things to see! I would highly recommend this boat! You will not be disappointed. If you are a photographer make sure you bring charging strips with the appropriate adapter. There isn’t a dedicated camera room and charging is limited.
