Lady Denok · Indonesia · 9 nights
Embark on an enriching 10-day liveaboard adventure aboard The Lady Denok, exploring the vibrant underwater ecosystems of Nusa Penida, Moyo Island, Sangeang, and Komodo. This itinerary offers a unique blend of thrilling dive sites, captivating landscapes, and exceptional natural wonders. Guests will encounter diverse marine life and enjoy a journey crafted for both discovery and adventure.
Upon arrival at Bali airport, guests will be transferred to Serangan Harbour to meet The Lady Denok. A warm welcome awaits, followed by an afternoon check-in. The vessel will then set course for Nusa Penida, where a check dive is planned.
Today's dives focus on the Nusa Penida region, renowned for its diverse marine life and vibrant coral reefs. Guests will have the opportunity to encounter majestic manta rays at cleaning stations and, during seasonal periods, the elusive Mola Mola (oceanic sunfish). The area is characterized by strong currents and healthy reef systems, offering a thrilling drift diving experience.
The day is dedicated to exploring the waters around Moyo Island, a region known for its exceptional muck diving opportunities. Divers can expect to find a variety of unique macro critters in the black sand areas. After the dives, a memorable excursion to the beautiful multi-tiered Mata Jitu Waterfall is planned for relaxation and exploration.
Two dives are scheduled around the Sangeang Volcano, an area famous for its contrasting black sand slopes and vibrant coral reefs. These sites often feature volcanic activity, creating unique underwater landscapes and housing a diverse array of marine species. Strong currents can be present, offering exciting drift diving opportunities.
Today's itinerary centers on the Central Komodo National Park, a region celebrated for its rich marine biodiversity and dynamic currents. Sites like Castle Rock, Crystal Rock, and The Cauldron are renowned for schooling fish, pelagic encounters, and vibrant coral formations. Strong currents often create thrilling drift dives, attracting a variety of sharks and eagle rays.
Dive sites: Castle Rock, Crystal Rock, The Cauldron
Diving in North Komodo offers exhilarating experiences, particularly around Batu Bolong, which is known for its strong currents and rich biodiversity. These conditions attract a wide array of marine life, including various sharks and rays. Manta Point is a popular site for manta ray sightings due to its cleaning stations and nutrient-rich waters.
Dive sites: Batu Bolong, Manta Point
The day is dedicated to Teluk Saleh, a bay famous for its resident whale sharks. Guests will have the unique opportunity to interact with these gentle giants, often seen feeding near local fishing platforms. The area also features stunning underwater landscapes and diverse reef systems, making it a prime spot for both wide-angle and macro photography.
Dive sites: Bagan dive site, Pillar Rock, The Secret Garden
Today's diving explores Pink Beach and other vibrant reefs around Komodo, such as Siaba Kecil or Siaba Besar. These sites are known for their healthy coral gardens and diverse fish populations, including colorful butterflyfish and parrotfish. Following the dives, a trek to encounter the magnificent Komodo dragons on either Komodo Island or Rinca Island is planned, offering a unique topside experience.
Dive sites: Pink Beach, Komodo Reef, Siaba Kecil, Siaba Besar
The final day of diving focuses on South Komodo, visiting renowned sites like Manta Alley and Loh Sera. Manta Alley is famous for its cleaning stations, providing excellent opportunities for close encounters with majestic manta rays. Loh Sera features beautiful coral gardens and a wide array of fish species, including butterflyfish and parrotfish, making for vibrant and memorable dives.
Dive sites: Manta Alley, Loh Sera
On the final morning, guests will disembark the Lady Denok in Labuan Bajo after breakfast. Transfers to the local hotel or airport will be provided, concluding this unforgettable liveaboard adventure.
No departures scheduled for this route right now.