North-Sulawesi - Halmahera 9 days

Ilike · Indonesia · 9D/8N

Duration
9D/8N
Embarkation
Bitung
Disembarkation
Babang
Dives
24

About this route

This 9-day journey explores the diverse waters of North Sulawesi and Halmahera, transitioning from the famed macro haven of the Lembeh Straits to more remote and vibrant reef systems. Expect an incredible spectrum of marine life, from rare critters nestled in sandy shallows to healthy coral gardens teeming with reef fish around Bangka and Tifore. The Goriachi Islands offer a chance for encounters with larger pelagics in deeper waters. This itinerary provides a comprehensive look at Indonesia's rich biodiversity, combining muck diving with wide-angle reef exploration. Moving south through the Patintie Strait, the trip culminates in the less-frequented dive sites before disembarking in Babang.

Day-by-day plan

  1. Day 1: Arrive to the ILIKE at Bitung port.

    This transition region links volcanic island chains, reef walls, and productive passages between North Sulawesi and Halmahera. Expect varied diving with coral slopes, schooling reef fish, and occasional macro subjects depending on the selected sites.

  2. Day 2: Lembeh Straits

    This transition region links volcanic island chains, reef walls, and productive passages between North Sulawesi and Halmahera. Expect varied diving with coral slopes, schooling reef fish, and occasional macro subjects depending on the selected sites.

  3. Day 3: Bangka Island

    This transition region links volcanic island chains, reef walls, and productive passages between North Sulawesi and Halmahera. Expect varied diving with coral slopes, schooling reef fish, and occasional macro subjects depending on the selected sites.

  4. Day 4: Tifore Island

    This transition region links volcanic island chains, reef walls, and productive passages between North Sulawesi and Halmahera. Expect varied diving with coral slopes, schooling reef fish, and occasional macro subjects depending on the selected sites.

  5. Day 5: Goriachi Islands

    This transition region links volcanic island chains, reef walls, and productive passages between North Sulawesi and Halmahera. Expect varied diving with coral slopes, schooling reef fish, and occasional macro subjects depending on the selected sites.

  6. Day 6: Goriachi Islands

    This transition region links volcanic island chains, reef walls, and productive passages between North Sulawesi and Halmahera. Expect varied diving with coral slopes, schooling reef fish, and occasional macro subjects depending on the selected sites.

  7. Day 7: Patintie Strait, Saleh Kecil Island

    Komodo combines current-swept pinnacles, sheltered reefs, and dramatic island scenery. Divers can expect hard corals, schooling fish, possible mantas, and changing conditions between the warmer northern sites and the cooler southern waters.

  8. Day 8: Patintie Strait, Saleh Kecil Island

    Komodo combines current-swept pinnacles, sheltered reefs, and dramatic island scenery. Divers can expect hard corals, schooling fish, possible mantas, and changing conditions between the warmer northern sites and the cooler southern waters.

  9. Day 9: Disembarkation in Babang

    Babang

    After breakfast, guests disembark in Babang. Transfers continue according to the onward travel arrangements.

Upcoming departures

  • 2027-04-03 – 2027-04-11from 4,211 USDBook
  • 2028-04-04 – 2028-04-12from 3,956 USDBook

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