DUNE Aurora · Indonesia · 12 Days / 11 Nights
This 12-day expedition combines the remote beauty of Triton Bay with the world-renowned Raja Ampat, traveling from Kaimana to Sorong. The journey offers a diverse diving experience, starting in the treasure-filled waters of Triton Bay, known for its corals and whale sharks. The trip then proceeds through various unique locations like Namatote, Misool, and the Fam Islands before culminating in the current-swept Dampier Strait. Max guests on this trip: 18.
Kaimana
On the first day, guests are collected from the Kaimana airport and transported to the harbor. The crew welcomes everyone aboard the vessel to begin the journey.
Triton Bay
The exploration of Triton Bay begins. This area, which has been protected since 2008, is a rising star in the diving world, celebrated for its stunning corals, macro life, large fish schools, and visiting whale sharks.
Triton Bay
The underwater exploration of Triton Bay goes on. This largely pristine area presents an abundance of subaquatic riches, ranging from minuscule creatures concealed within vivid coral formations to enormous congregations of fish.
Triton Bay
The final day in Triton Bay provides more opportunities to experience its legendary underwater scenery. The area's rich biodiversity makes it a highlight for any diver.
Namatote
Next, the journey continues to Namatote and Sagin. These locales boast abundant macro life and pelagic creatures. Divers can explore soft coral walls, encounter schools of jacks and barracuda, observe turtles, and search for the elusive wunderpus octopus. The diversity here caters to both wide-angle and macro photography enthusiasts.
Momon Reef
The morning is dedicated to Momon Reef in West Papua, with three dives on a large hard coral seamount. This site hosts healthy populations of Bigeye Trevally, batfish, Napoleon wrasse, and barracuda. In the afternoon, guests visit the picturesque Kita Kita waterfalls, where a river flows directly into the sea.
Good to know: visit the beautiful Kita Kita waterfalls
Pisang archipelago
The journey takes the boat to the remote Pisang archipelago, situated seventy miles south of Misool. The dives here reveal extremely healthy and lively coral reefs in a secluded and pristine environment.
Misool
The first of two days in the spectacular Misool region of Raja Ampat. The boat cruises around numerous islands and famous dive areas such as JILLIET, FIABAJET, and BOO, with the crew ensuring guests get to dive as much as possible to appreciate the area's beauty.
Dive sites: JILLIET, FIABAJET, WALIB, WAJIL, JEF PELE, MESENTA, BOO
Misool
Exploration of Misool's myriad islands and dive spots continues. This area is a cornerstone of the Raja Ampat experience, offering an incredible density of marine life and stunning underwater topography.
Dive sites: JILLIET, FIABAJET, WALIB, WAJIL, JEF PELE, MESENTA, BOO
Fam Island
The day is spent at Fam Island, an area described as a true paradise. It is characterized by a combination of stunning surface landscapes, wonderful coral gardens, and an exceptionally high level of marine biodiversity.
Dampier Strait
The final day of diving is in the renowned Dampier Strait. This area is prone to currents, which nourish untouched corals and attract all kinds of fish schools. Dives are planned for famous sites like 'Mioskon', 'Blue Magic', and 'Sardines', all set against a backdrop of green islands and white sand beaches.
Dive sites: Mioskon, Blue Magic, Sardines
Sorong
Following a final breakfast on board, the trip comes to an end. The crew will arrange transfers to Sorong airport according to guests' flight schedules.