THE SAMAMBAIA

The Samambaia is a 138′ Phinisi deigned and built specifically for adventure travel and began sailing the archipelago in 2015. 

Owner Gianpaolo Fancini’s culinary

GUEST CABINS

MV Samambaia offers 4 double and 2 twin cabins below deck and 1 master cabin on deck that can accommodate up to 14 guests. Attention to detail in the crafting process is reflected throughout all the cabins equipped with individual air conditioning. All bathrooms offer a rain shower head paired with a hand shower, western standard non-marine toilet with integrated bidet and a washbasin carved out of fossil wood. Our on board watermakers ensure an ample supply of freshwater. The master cabin, located on the afterdeck, offers with its large windows a breath taking 180° view. A special coating on the glass ensures privacy.

SALON

Meals are served family style in the salon in addition to daily snacks between each dive. Cuisine is a mix of traditional Indonesian dishes as well as western fare.  Special food request are welcome and accommodated to the best of the chefs ability given the remote nature of destination.  Beer and spirits are included and wine is available for purchase.

SUN DECKS

There are both covered and open areas with lounge seating and sun beds.  The Dive deck also features a movable sunshade and freshwater showers.

CAMERA FACILITIES

The Pindito features a dedicated camera and charging room that opens to the dive deck as well as dedicated freshwater rinse tanks. Voltage stabilized 110V and 220V charging is provided to European two-prong outlets.

ITINERARIES

In addition to more standard Raja Ampat, Komodo, Alor and Banda Sea itineraries shared by many liveaboards, the Pindito has pioneered special itineraries for those seeking a truly unique Indonesian dive or snorkel experience.

BIODIVERSITY CRUISE

Journey over 1500 miles across the archipelago, visiting Raja Ampat, the Spice Islands as well as Alor and Komodo on a single 14 night cruise.

WHALE & MACRO CRUISE

With over 17 species of cetaceans, the Raja Ampat and Banda Sea regions are hotspots for large animal sightings and encounters.  With on-board cetacean experts, the Pindito spends part of the day looking for whales as well as diving in the afternoons.

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