Calico Jack · Indonesia · 10D/9N
CAR TRANSFER TO/FROM THE AIRPORT/HOTEL A driver meets guests at the airport with a sign displaying the guest's name and the Calico Jack logo. For guests arriving the night before and staying in a hotel, a pick-up is arranged from the hotel reception between 9:00 and 10:00 am on the morning of the cruise departure. FULL CREW WITH PLANNED ITINERARY Sample itineraries are available on the website, outlining highlights for cruises to Raja Ampat, Komodo, Cenderawasih Bay, Triton Bay, or Banda Sea. Each cruise itinerary is unique. Navigation and dive sites may vary based on weather conditions and visibility. FULL BOARD ACCOMMODATION The maximum boat capacity is: Calico Jack – 10 guests in 5 live-aboard cabins. Anne Bonny – 9 adult guests or 6 adults with 4 children sharing in 3 cabins. Each cabin is equipped with a private en-suite bathroom, hot shower, air conditioning, and an individual fan. Both vessels have communal areas, including an outdoor dining area, a diving area, and a sundeck terrace with day beds/sofas. 3 MEALS/DAY, SNACKS AND SOFT DRINKS All meals are prepared and cooked on board daily by the chef, Yono. The menu consists of Asian fusion and International cuisines. Specific dietary requirements are accommodated with prior consultation. 3 OR 4 DIVES/DAY + ALTERNATING ADDITIONAL NIGHT DIVES The schedule includes 3 dives per day with 2.5-hour surface intervals. The dive times are 7:00 am, 11:30 am, and 2:30 pm. An alternating night dive is scheduled for 7:00 pm, subject to area and weather conditions. DIVE GUIDES With 10 guests diving, they are separated into 2 groups based on diving experience and preferences. Each group follows one dive guide, resulting in two dive guides for a maximum of 5 people per group. Each group has its own boat. A dive instructor accompanies the groups on every dive for safety and to provide emergency assistance if required. FISHING EQUIPMENT WHERE ALLOWED Due to Indonesian Government regulations for preserving the fauna of the Coral Triangle, fishing is prohibited within Raja Ampat National Park and some areas of Triton and Cenderawasih Bay. SNORKELING EQUIPMENT Masks, snorkels, and fins by Aqualung and Mares are included in the liveaboard cruise cost. KAYAKS Two double-person kayaks are available for guest use. Kayaking is an option for exploring lagoons between dives. SUP-PADDLE BOARDS SUP-Boards are available for guest use. Guests can use them for exercise or to explore lagoons. STANDARD MEDICAL SUPPLIES The liveaboard is equipped with basic First Aid medical supplies for minor emergencies. These supplies provide treatment for common ailments such as ear infections, colds, pains, or burns, and offer support while awaiting evacuation in the event of a more serious issue. EMERGENCY BREATHING OXYGEN The Calico Jack Liveaboard has 2 bottles of Medical Oxygen. Each crew member is trained in Emergency Oxygen Administration.
Sorong
Board the vessel in Sorong, the gateway to Raja Ampat. After settling in and receiving a safety briefing, the boat departs around midday, starting the voyage south toward the Misool archipelago.
Good to know: Transfers are provided from the Sorong airport or a local hotel. The first afternoon is spent cruising and preparing dive equipment.
Misool (Balbulol & Daram)
Awake to the dramatic limestone karsts of Misool. The day's dives focus on the region's famously vibrant soft coral gardens and pinnacles, exploring sites like Candy Store and No Contest which are teeming with schooling fish.
Dive sites: Candy Store, No Contest
Good to know: After diving, there is an opportunity to explore the scenic lagoons by tender or kayak.
Misool (Warakaraket & Boo Island)
Dive one of Raja Ampat's premier sites, Magic Mountain, a submerged ridge known for attracting oceanic manta rays to its cleaning stations. Later, explore the unique geology of Boo Windows, a site famous for its beautiful coral-framed swim-throughs.
Dive sites: Magic Mountain, Boo Windows
Misool (Fiabacet)
Enjoy morning dives along the extensive underwater ridge system of Fiabacet, exploring sites like Nudi Rock for rich macro life and dense coral coverage. The vessel then begins the overnight crossing north toward the Penemu island group.
Dive sites: Nudi Rock, Tank Rock
Good to know: The journey from Misool to Penemu is a long passage, typically completed overnight.
Penemu (Piaynemo)
Arrive in the breathtaking Penemu archipelago. Dives today include Melissa’s Garden, a phenomenal reef celebrated for its vast, pristine hard coral fields. In the afternoon, take the short climb to the Piaynemo viewpoint for a panoramic photo of the turquoise lagoons.
Dive sites: Melissa's Garden
Good to know: Surface activities like kayaking and paddleboarding are a great way to explore the calm lagoons between the karst islets.
Wofo & Gam Islands
The voyage continues into the Dampier Strait region, starting with dives around the Wofo Islands. Sites like Black Forest feature dramatic walls and huge black coral bushes, before moving on to a current-swept dive at Mayhem reef near Gam.
Dive sites: Black Forest, Mayhem
Dampier Strait (Arborek)
Today's highlight is a dive at Manta Sandy, a well-known cleaning station offering incredible encounters with reef manta rays. Later, visit Arborek Village to meet the local community, with the option for a night dive under the jetty.
Dive sites: Manta Sandy, Arborek Jetty
Good to know: The night dive at Arborek is acclaimed for its diverse macro life and critter sightings.
Dampier Strait (Kri Island)
The final dives of the expedition are at the legendary Cape Kri, a site that holds a world record for the highest number of fish species seen on a single dive. Expect to be surrounded by enormous schools of barracuda, trevally, and snapper.
Dive sites: Cape Kri
Good to know: These are the last dives of the trip, allowing time for gear to dry before the return journey.
Dampier Strait to Sorong
Enjoy a leisurely morning, perhaps relaxing on one of Kri's white sand beaches. The vessel then begins its final cruise back to Sorong, leaving the afternoon free to rinse equipment and relax before a farewell dinner onboard.
Sorong
After a final breakfast, it's time to say goodbye to the crew. Transfers will be coordinated to the Sorong airport or local hotels for your onward travel.