Blue Manta · Indonesia · 11 Days / 10 Nights
This journey begins in Alor, exploring pristine coral reefs and exceptional macro life, before heading into the remote Ring of Fire. In these volcanic waters, divers search for large pelagics like hammerhead sharks, tunas, and reef sharks amidst stunning drop-offs. The trip continues to the historic Banda Islands, known for excellent visibility and dense fish populations, and includes a land tour. The adventure concludes with renowned muck diving in Ambon, offering a comprehensive Indonesian diving experience. Max guests on this trip: 20.
Alor
Guests are transferred from Mali Airport or a local hotel to the vessel in Kalabahi Port between 1 PM and 3 PM. Time permitting, the afternoon may include a check-out dive and a night dive to begin the underwater exploration.
Alor
Diving focuses on Alor's premier sites, such as Karl's Dream and Critters Diving. This area is celebrated for its beautiful reefs, clear (though sometimes cool) waters, and a wealth of macro creatures and fish. The vessel later sails towards Palau Wetar.
Dive sites: Karl s Dream, Critters Diving
Wetar
The day is spent exploring Wetar, an area characterized by excellent wall diving, dramatic drop-offs, and frequent sightings of pelagic marine life. An overnight sail towards the Ring of Fire commences in the evening.
Ring of Fire
The exploration of the Ring of Fire begins. Dives are conducted around volcanic islands and impressive seamounts, with a focus on finding hammerhead sharks. Divers may also encounter sea snakes, large schools of fish, tunas, and reef sharks.
Ring of Fire
Continuing the search for pelagic superstars, the day's dives take place in the remote and nutrient-rich waters of the Ring of Fire. The underwater topography features stunning volcanic landscapes teeming with marine life.
Ring of Fire
Another day is dedicated to the thrilling dive sites around the volcanic islands. The main attractions are the large predatory fish and the possibility of encountering scalloped hammerheads in the deep blue.
Ring of Fire
The final day in the Ring of Fire offers more opportunities to dive on remote seamounts. The area is known for its huge schools of fish and other pelagic species that patrol the vibrant reefs and drop-offs.
Banda Islands
The journey reaches the Banda Islands, an area famed for fantastic coral coverage, incredible fish density, and superb visibility. Hammerhead sightings are also possible here. A shore excursion to one of the historic Spice Islands is included.
Good to know: visit to one of the Spice Islands
Banda Islands
Diving continues in the fish-rich waters of the Banda Islands. The combination of healthy reefs and pelagic action makes this a highlight of the trip, complemented by the region's significant history as the original Spice Islands.
Good to know: visit to one of the Spice Islands
Ambon Bay or Nusa Laut
The last two dives of the trip are dedicated to muck diving in either Ambon Bay or around Nusa Laut, searching for rare and unusual critters. Afterwards, the boat returns to Ambon, giving guests time to rinse gear and relax.
Good to know: wash & dry equipment
Ambon
Following a light breakfast, guests check out between 5 AM and 12 PM. A transfer to a local hotel or the airport is provided for your onward journey.