Inclusions & Exclusions

Scuba diving & dive courses with Calico Jack Charters Indonesia

Everything You Need to Know Before Your Indonesia Charter Yacht Adventure

Your charter aboard Calico Jack or Anne Bonny is designed to be effortless from the moment you land to the moment you step off the boat. Below you’ll find a clear breakdown of what’s included — and what’s not — so you can plan your trip with confidence.

Our Inclusions & Exclusions outline exactly what’s covered during your charter and what requires an additional cost. From transfers, meals, diving, and activities to park fees, equipment rental, and gratuities, this page gives you a transparent overview so you know precisely what to expect before stepping onboard.

Inclusions

Private Transfers – Airport & Hotel Pickups

Our driver will greet you on arrival with a Calico Jack sign and assist with your luggage.
If you arrive the night before, we’ll pick you up directly from your hotel reception between 9:00–10:00 AM on departure day.

Full-Board Accommodation

Calico Jack

  • 5 cabins
  • Sleeps up to 10 guests

Anne Bonny

  • 3 large suites
  • Sleeps 9 guests, or 6 adults + 4 children

All cabins feature:

Private ensuite bathrooms

  • Hot showers
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual fans
  • Daily housekeeping

Both vessels offer:

  • Spacious indoor & outdoor lounges
  • Open-air dining areas
  • Sun deck with daybeds

Diving – 3 or 4 Dives Per Day

Most dive days include:

  • 7:00 AM – First dive
  • 11:30 AM – Second dive
  • 2:30 PM – Third dive
  • 7:00 PM – Night dive (alternating nights, weather permitting)

Surface intervals: 2.5 hours
Night dives offered depending on region and conditions.

Fishing Equipment (Where Permitted)

Fishing is not allowed within:

  • Raja Ampat National Park
  • Triton Bay
  • Cenderawasih Bay

Outside of protected zones, basic fishing equipment is available onboard.

Kayaks & Stand-Up Paddleboards

Explore hidden lagoons and quiet bays between dives:

  • Two double kayaks onboard
  • SUP boards available anytime

Perfect for sunrise paddles and peaceful lagoon exploration.

Wi-Fi (When Available)

Wi-Fi is provided onboard by Starlink Satelite Internet. Due to remote locations, connectivity varies throughout the journey.

Full Crew & Tailored Itineraries

Every cruise is led by an expert crew with decades of combined experience.
We follow a carefully planned itinerary based on weather, tides, visibility, and your group’s preferences.
Destinations include:

  • Raja Ampat
  • Komodo
  • Triton Bay
  • Cenderawasih Bay
  • Banda Sea

No two cruises are ever the same — each voyage is shaped by the ocean and curated by our crew.

Gourmet Cuisine – 3 Meals Daily + Snacks

All meals are cooked fresh onboard by Chef Yono. Expect healthy, flavourful dishes inspired by:

  • Indonesian cuisine
  • Asian fusion
  • International favourites

Dietary requirements? Just let us know before your trip — we’re happy to accommodate.

Professional Dive Guides

Guests are split into small groups of max 5 divers, based on skill level and experience.

Each group has:

  • Its own dive guide
  • A dedicated tender
  • Oversight from the expedition dive instructor on every dive

Safety and guest comfort always come first.

Complimentary Snorkelling Gear

Masks and snorkels by Aqualung and Mares are provided on every trip.

Medical Supplies & Emergency Oxygen

Both vessels carry:

  • First-aid kits
  • Medication for common travel discomforts
  • Emergency medical oxygen (2 tanks on Calico Jack)

Crew trained in Oxygen Administration & first-aid response

Daily Housekeeping

Cabins are cleaned daily, with linen and towels changed every 4–5 days, depending on trip duration.

Exclusions

Park & Port Fees – USD $250

This fee covers:

  • National park entry
  • Local village contributions
  • Diving site permits
  • Harbour clearances
  • Trekking fees
  • Regional taxes

Everything is handled on your behalf — no extra payments required during the trip.

Dive Equipment Rental & Onboard Courses

Equipment rental prices:
👉 See full price list

Courses offered onboard:

  • Discover Scuba Diving (DSD)
  • Open Water
  • Advanced Open Water
  • Nitrox

👉 View all dive courses

Crew Gratuities

Tipping is entirely optional but greatly appreciated.

A suggested gratuity is 10% of the charter cost, shared equally among the crew at the end of the trip.

Alcoholic Beverages

Available for purchase onboard:

  • Local & imported beer – $4 per bottle/can
  • Imported wine – from $40 per bottle
  • Guests may bring their own spirits.

Domestic Flights, Visa Fees & Airport Taxes

Visa on Arrival (VOA):

  • Free for many nationalities
  • Extendable 30-day visa: USD $25
  • Total stay allowed: 60 days

Check your eligibility before traveling.