Asia is arguably home to the best diving destinations the world has to offer. To experience this diving mecca in the best way ever, a liveaboard trip is the way to go.

Liveaboard trips in Asia are known for their world-class facilities and meals, comfortable and spacious cabins, excellent service, and of course, the opportunity to experience some of the world’s most stunning locations. So, yes – it's not really surprising why a lot of people are looking for tips on how to look for a scuba liveaboard in Asia.

To get you into the groove of diving with liveaboards, here are five of Asia’s best liveaboards to take you to the best dive sites.

Gaia Love, Indonesia

The magnificent Gaia Love liveaboard offers luxury dive trips all year round in the Indonesian archipelago. The 40m yacht has 11 spacious cabins ready to accommodate 22 guests. The cabins are about 20sqm in size, with its own controlled AC, ample storage space, and private en-suite bathrooms. Guests will love the private outdoor balconies and huge picture windows found in the upper deck cabin.

Gaia Love will take you to Indonesia’s best dive sites, including the Lesser Sunda Islands, Banda Sea, Komodo National Park, and Raja Ampat.

Thailand Aggressor, Thailand

The 35m world-class liveaboard yacht known as the Thailand Aggressor offers year-round diving cruises. A lot of exciting things await divers, including swimming along magnificent reefs and walls filled with colorful corals and marine life. Lucky divers have the chance to see whale sharks, silvertip reef sharks, leopard sharks, and mantas. All diving is done from a well-equipped, spacious skiff.

Thailand Aggressor offers guests up to five dives per day and spectacular night dives as well.

Infiniti Liveaboard, Philippines

The Infiniti is a 39m beautiful liveaboard that also offers exciting dive trips in the Philippines the whole year round. This stunning boat is built with the idea of comfort in mind, clearly seen on its 11 newly renovated cabins. Each room has its own porthole or window and an en-suite bathroom complete with shower.

Onboard is a spacious sundeck adorned with hammocks and cushioned loungers. There is also an outdoor lounge and indoor lounge, where guests can relax, do yoga, sunbathe, stargaze, or enjoy an evening barbecue. As for dining and snacks, these are served in the indoor dining area.

The Infiniti will take guests Tubbataha National Park for a relaxing reef diving, Bohol and some parts of Visayas to spot whale sharks, and Malapascua to dive with Thresher sharks.

Samambaia Liveaboard, Indonesia

Samambaia has 18 professional and experienced crew ready to serve and create an unforgettable experience with guests onboard. Expect a variety of sumptuous international cuisine cooked fresh daily using locally sourced ingredients. There are a variety of pastries and bread as well.

For relaxation, guests can lounge in the spacious sundeck and enjoy the magnificent views, or enjoy a relaxing massage from Samambaia’s very own masseuse.

Samambaia will take divers and snorkelers to the best dive sites in Indonesia, including Komodo, Alor, Banda Sea, and Raja Ampat.

Scubaspa Yang, Maldives

The best holidays in the Maldives are best experienced aboard the 50m Scubaspa Yang Liveaboard. This liveaboard offers dive trips the entire year along with experienced and friendly dive guides. Scubaspa Yang has its own dive dhoni, allowing guests to dive with exceptional ease with 4 of its professional divemasters who will make sure you will have a good time without risking your safety.

Among the activities you can do on a Scubaspa dive trip include paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing, barbecues, beach visits, snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters of the Maldives, and even yoga classes.

A liveaboard trip in Asia might just be the thing you need if you truly want to experience relaxation and enjoyment at its finest.