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About Manta X
Scuba diving in Indonesia
Launching in November 2026 in partnership with White Manta Diving, the Manta X is the newest addition to the Explorer Ventures Fleet Indonesia lineup. Designed for spacious, high-end liveaboard diving experiences, the 41m steel vessel combines modern comfort with the attentive service and professional operations that define diving in Indonesia.
From 2026–2027, Manta X will accommodate up to 20 guests across 12 spacious en-suite cabins, including two Upper Deck Master Suites. Then in 2028, the vessel will transition to an exclusive 12-guest format focused on elevated inclusions and highly personalized diving experiences.
Onboard features include expansive indoor and outdoor lounge spaces, a dedicated camera room with 12 workstations, a spacious dive deck, Nitrox capabilities, and chef-prepared Western and Asian cuisine. With up to 20 crew members onboard and diving conducted in small groups, guests can expect attentive service both above and below the water.
Manta X itineraries will explore some of Indonesia’s most sought-after diving regions, including Raja Ampat, Misool, Komodo, Alor, Banda Sea, Ambon, and the Forgotten Islands. Routes may vary seasonally and are subject to operational and weather considerations.
Personalized Service
With up to 20 crew members onboard, Manta X is designed around a high crew-to-guest ratio that allows for attentive and personalized service throughout each itinerary.
The onboard team includes captains and deck officers, engineers, dive guides, chefs, hostesses, dinghy drivers, and cruise leadership staff working together to deliver a seamless liveaboard experience both above and below the water.
2028 Exclusive Experience
Beginning in 2028, Manta X will transition to a true 12-guest luxury liveaboard experience. Trip pricing is expected to include marine park fees, fuel surcharges, Nitrox, diving equipment, WiFi access, laundry service, and select beverages onboard.
Diving operations are planned around smaller 2:1 diver-to-guide ratios to provide a more personalized diving experience throughout Indonesia’s remote regions.
Length overall: 134 ft (41 meters)
Beam: 29 ft (9 meters)
Hull: Steel
Main engines: 2 x 450hp Cummins
Generators: 3 x Cummins gensets
Cruising speed: 10 knots
Range: 3,000nm
Accommodations: 12 air-conditioned en-suite cabins across three decks. Up to 20 guests (2026–2027) or 12 guests in exclusive configuration from 2028 onward.
Crew: Up to 20 crew members
Air systems: 3 compressors and Nitrox membrane system
Watermakers: Dual watermakers producing up to 10 tons of freshwater daily
Fresh water capacity: 30,000 litres
Fuel capacity: 45,000 litres
Dive tenders: 4 x 5.8m dinghies with 60hp outboard motors
Camera facilities: Dedicated camera room with 12 workstations and charging stations
Connectivity: Satellite WiFi available onboard
Safety equipment: Life rafts, life jackets, oxygen and first aid equipment, fire suppression systems, EPIRB, SART, radar, AIS, VHF and SSB radio systems
Safety
Manta X is equipped with comprehensive onboard safety systems and emergency equipment. All cabins feature smoke detectors, fire alarms, and speaker systems connected to vessel-wide emergency announcements. Fire-retardant materials have been used throughout interior construction areas.
Additional onboard safety features include radar, GPS plotters, AIS systems, VHF and SSB radios, EPIRB, SART systems, firefighting equipment, life rafts, oxygen kits, first aid supplies, and clearly marked emergency exits throughout the vessel.
The vessel maintains overnight watch procedures and emergency evacuation plans, with safety briefings provided to all guests at the start of each trip.
The Upper Deck features two spacious Master Suites (#1-2) and four additional en-suite cabins (#3-6). Cabins may be configured as either twin or double accommodations. The Upper Deck also includes outdoor lounge and dining spaces with open ocean views.
The Main Deck features four en-suite cabins (#7-10), each configurable as twin or double accommodations. The indoor dining area, camera room, dive deck, and social lounge spaces are also located on the Main Deck.
The Lower Deck features two en-suite cabins (#11-12). Cabin configurations are currently being finalized and may be offered as twin accommodations. The Lower Deck also provides additional lounge and storage areas.
