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where passion meets the sea

From the team behind Azul Komodo, the first PADI 5-Star dive center to operate in Komodo, comes our flagship vessel Blue Lotus. Building on our extensive experience in Komodo National Park, we’ve crafted a traditional Phinisi liveaboard that delivers exceptional diving adventures.

Our Story

What began with pioneering Komodo’s legendary dive sites has evolved into something extraordinary. Blue Lotus represents everything we’ve learned about delivering exceptional diving experiences. We’ve crafted an intimate liveaboard experience that combines our proven expertise with the timeless elegance of traditional Phinisi design.

The Blue Lotus Distinction

  • Unparalleled Expertise – Our guides are masters of Komodo’s complex waters. This intimate knowledge ensures you experience the park’s most extraordinary moments, from the perfect timing at Castle Rock to the ideal conditions at Manta Point.
  • Intentionally Intimate – We maintain small groups to deliver personalized attention and minimize our environmental impact. This allows us to access sites at optimal times and ensure every guest receives the focused guidance they deserve.
  • Traditional Craftsmanship – Built by master shipwrights in Sulawesi, Blue Lotus honors Indonesia’s maritime heritage while incorporating modern diving amenities. Every detail, from our hand-finished teak to our professional camera facilities, serves both form and function.
  • Ocean-friendly practices – As part of Azul Komodo’s commitment to marine conservation:
    • PADI 5-Star Eco Center certified operations
    • Green Fins approved practices
    • Advanced mooring protocols
    • Active reef protection initiatives
    • Local community partnerships

Our Standards

When diving with Blue Lotus, you can expect:

  • Technical Excellence – State-of-the-art equipment and safety protocols
  • Expert Guidance – Intimate knowledge of Komodo’s sites and conditions
  • Professional Service – Attentive, knowledgeable, and personally engaged
  • Environmental Responsibility – Leading by example in sustainable practices
  • Exceptional Experience – Thoughtfully crafted moments above and below water

Join us aboard Blue Lotus, where every dive tells a story, every meal feels like home, and every day brings a new adventure in one of the world’s most incredible underwater playgrounds.

Join Us in Komodo

Experience the difference that expertise makes. Let’s explore Komodo together.

Blue Lotus, a traditional Phinisi liveaboard, illuminated against the night sky in Komodo National Park's serene waters in the Coral Triangle

OUR STORY

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Unparalleled Expertise 
Our guides are masters of Komodo’s complex waters. This intimate knowledge ensures you experience the park’s most extraordinary moments, from the perfect timing at Castle Rock to the ideal conditions at Manta Point.

Small Group Adventures
With maximum 12 guests, our liveaboard ensures personalized attention and reduced environmental impact. Experience Komodo’s top dive sites like Batu Bolong and Manta Alley at optimal times with the focused guidance you deserve.

  • Traditional Craftsmanship 
    Built by master shipwrights in Sulawesi, Blue Lotus honors Indonesia’s maritime heritage while incorporating modern diving amenities. Every detail, from our hand-finished teak to our professional camera facilities, serves both form and function.
  • Ocean-friendly practices – As part of Azul Komodo’s commitment to marine conservation:
    • PADI 5-Star Eco Center certified operations
    • Green Fins approved practices
    • Advanced mooring protocols
    • Active reef protection initiatives
    • Local community partnerships