Triton Bay & East Banda (Kaimana → Saumlaki)

Amira · Indonesia · 12D11N

Duration
12D11N
Embarkation
Kaimana
Disembarkation
Saumlaki
Dives
Approximately 33 dives in total

About this route

Embark on an exploration of Indonesia's most remote underwater treasures with a liveaboard journey through Triton Bay and the East Banda Sea. Here, vibrant coral gardens teem with schooling fish, while encounters with manta rays and sharks are common. Prepare for diverse diving experiences, from shallow, colorful reefs to dramatic drop-offs, all set against a backdrop of pristine volcanic landscapes and the potential for finding unique macro life.

Day-by-day plan

  1. Day 1: Embarkation in Kaimana

    Upon arrival in Kaimana, the Amira crew will transfer guests from the airport or hotel to the ship. After a welcome briefing by the Cruise Director, cabin allocation, and a ship orientation, guests can familiarize themselves with the vessel and set up their dive equipment.

  2. Day 2: Diving in Triton Bay & East Banda Sea

    Explore the diverse dive sites of Triton Bay and the East Banda Sea. Triton Bay, located on the south-eastern end of New Guinea's bird's head, is a world-class dive site with unique rock formations, vibrant coral gardens, and extensive black coral forests. The East Banda Sea offers a pristine, less-visited environment with tropical island landscapes, crystal clear waters, beautiful cliffs, and endless table coral. This region is known for schooling barracudas and Napoleon fish, and divers can expect 3-4 dives daily, including a dusk or night dive if conditions allow. On crossing days, only 2 dives may be scheduled.

  3. Day 3: Diving in Triton Bay & East Banda Sea

    Explore the diverse dive sites of Triton Bay and the East Banda Sea. Triton Bay, located on the south-eastern end of New Guinea's bird's head, is a world-class dive site with unique rock formations, vibrant coral gardens, and extensive black coral forests. The East Banda Sea offers a pristine, less-visited environment with tropical island landscapes, crystal clear waters, beautiful cliffs, and endless table coral. This region is known for schooling barracudas and Napoleon fish, and divers can expect 3-4 dives daily, including a dusk or night dive if conditions allow. On crossing days, only 2 dives may be scheduled.

  4. Day 4: Diving in Triton Bay & East Banda Sea

    Explore the diverse dive sites of Triton Bay and the East Banda Sea. Triton Bay, located on the south-eastern end of New Guinea's bird's head, is a world-class dive site with unique rock formations, vibrant coral gardens, and extensive black coral forests. The East Banda Sea offers a pristine, less-visited environment with tropical island landscapes, crystal clear waters, beautiful cliffs, and endless table coral. This region is known for schooling barracudas and Napoleon fish, and divers can expect 3-4 dives daily, including a dusk or night dive if conditions allow. On crossing days, only 2 dives may be scheduled.

  5. Day 5: Diving in Triton Bay & East Banda Sea

    Explore the diverse dive sites of Triton Bay and the East Banda Sea. Triton Bay, located on the south-eastern end of New Guinea's bird's head, is a world-class dive site with unique rock formations, vibrant coral gardens, and extensive black coral forests. The East Banda Sea offers a pristine, less-visited environment with tropical island landscapes, crystal clear waters, beautiful cliffs, and endless table coral. This region is known for schooling barracudas and Napoleon fish, and divers can expect 3-4 dives daily, including a dusk or night dive if conditions allow. On crossing days, only 2 dives may be scheduled.

  6. Day 6: Diving in Triton Bay & East Banda Sea

    Explore the diverse dive sites of Triton Bay and the East Banda Sea. Triton Bay, located on the south-eastern end of New Guinea's bird's head, is a world-class dive site with unique rock formations, vibrant coral gardens, and extensive black coral forests. The East Banda Sea offers a pristine, less-visited environment with tropical island landscapes, crystal clear waters, beautiful cliffs, and endless table coral. This region is known for schooling barracudas and Napoleon fish, and divers can expect 3-4 dives daily, including a dusk or night dive if conditions allow. On crossing days, only 2 dives may be scheduled.

  7. Day 7: Diving in Triton Bay & East Banda Sea

    Explore the diverse dive sites of Triton Bay and the East Banda Sea. Triton Bay, located on the south-eastern end of New Guinea's bird's head, is a world-class dive site with unique rock formations, vibrant coral gardens, and extensive black coral forests. The East Banda Sea offers a pristine, less-visited environment with tropical island landscapes, crystal clear waters, beautiful cliffs, and endless table coral. This region is known for schooling barracudas and Napoleon fish, and divers can expect 3-4 dives daily, including a dusk or night dive if conditions allow. On crossing days, only 2 dives may be scheduled.

  8. Day 8: Diving in Triton Bay & East Banda Sea

    Explore the diverse dive sites of Triton Bay and the East Banda Sea. Triton Bay, located on the south-eastern end of New Guinea's bird's head, is a world-class dive site with unique rock formations, vibrant coral gardens, and extensive black coral forests. The East Banda Sea offers a pristine, less-visited environment with tropical island landscapes, crystal clear waters, beautiful cliffs, and endless table coral. This region is known for schooling barracudas and Napoleon fish, and divers can expect 3-4 dives daily, including a dusk or night dive if conditions allow. On crossing days, only 2 dives may be scheduled.

  9. Day 9: Diving in Triton Bay & East Banda Sea

    Explore the diverse dive sites of Triton Bay and the East Banda Sea. Triton Bay, located on the south-eastern end of New Guinea's bird's head, is a world-class dive site with unique rock formations, vibrant coral gardens, and extensive black coral forests. The East Banda Sea offers a pristine, less-visited environment with tropical island landscapes, crystal clear waters, beautiful cliffs, and endless table coral. This region is known for schooling barracudas and Napoleon fish, and divers can expect 3-4 dives daily, including a dusk or night dive if conditions allow. On crossing days, only 2 dives may be scheduled.

  10. Day 10: Diving in Triton Bay & East Banda Sea

    Explore the diverse dive sites of Triton Bay and the East Banda Sea. Triton Bay, located on the south-eastern end of New Guinea's bird's head, is a world-class dive site with unique rock formations, vibrant coral gardens, and extensive black coral forests. The East Banda Sea offers a pristine, less-visited environment with tropical island landscapes, crystal clear waters, beautiful cliffs, and endless table coral. This region is known for schooling barracudas and Napoleon fish, and divers can expect 3-4 dives daily, including a dusk or night dive if conditions allow. On crossing days, only 2 dives may be scheduled.

  11. Day 11: Final Day of Diving and Sailing to Saumlaki

    Enjoy the final day of diving with two scheduled dives before the vessel sails towards Saumlaki Harbour. In the Saumlaki area, divers can anticipate vibrant coral gardens, walls, and slopes, often frequented by reef sharks, pelagic fish, and a variety of colorful invertebrates. These sites offer a final chance to experience the pristine and rich biodiversity of the Banda Sea's outer reefs.

  12. Day 12: Disembarkation in Saumlaki

    After breakfast and check-out, guests will prepare for disembarkation in Saumlaki. The Amira crew will organize transfers to the airport and assist with onward flights. If a domestic flight departs from the Port Town in the afternoon, the crew can drop guests off at a hotel to relax.

Upcoming departures

  • 2027-04-16 – 2027-04-27from 6,248 EURBook
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