Lady Denok · Indonesia · 13 Days / 12 Nights
This 13-day one-way journey takes divers from the muck-diving capital of Lembeh to the world-renowned reefs of Raja Ampat. The trip begins in Bitung, exploring the critter-rich sands of the Lembeh Strait, before crossing to Halmahera and its vibrant islands. The adventure culminates in the spectacular Misool region of Raja Ampat, known for its stunning biodiversity and dramatic underwater landscapes, before concluding in Sorong. Max guests on this trip: 12.
Lembeh Strait
Guests will be greeted at Manado's airport or a local hotel and brought to the vessel in Bitung. Provided everyone is on board by midday, the trip commences with two dives in the Lembeh Strait. These dives will introduce guests to the area's famous muck diving, offering a chance to find a wealth of unusual small marine creatures.
Lembeh Strait
A full day is dedicated to exploring the exceptional macro life of Lembeh Strait. Divers can search for a variety of rare species, including different types of octopus, flamboyant cuttlefish, and multiple kinds of frogfish. The unique environment is also home to ghost pipefish, pygmy seahorses, and a wide array of nudibranchs.
Tifore Island
The journey continues to Tifore Island, which is characterized by excellent visibility and lively coral reefs. The dive sites here consist of walls and gentle slopes, accommodating various experience levels. Marine life encounters may include schools of barracuda and trevally, as well as smaller creatures like mantis shrimp and nudibranchs.
Goraici Islands
Diving takes place around the Goraici Islands, a small archipelago with impressive underwater topography and beautiful scenery. The reefs are adorned with a mix of colorful hard and soft corals. Divers can expect to see large schools of fish, with potential sightings of sharks and manta rays.
Goraici Islands
The morning dives are planned around mangrove islands where manta rays are frequently observed at cleaning and feeding stations. The itinerary includes a visit to the exceptional Batu Oranje dive site. Another highlight is Karang Equator, a seamount on the equatorial line that attracts numerous blacktip reef sharks to its healthy coral reefs.
Dive sites: Batu Oranje, Karang Equator
Patintie Strait, South Halmahera
The boat moves to Patintie Strait in South Halmahera, an area known for its powerful currents. These conditions attract large aggregations of fish and predators such as sharks and barracudas. Three different sites will be explored, showcasing unique coral structures and dramatic underwater scenery.
Proco Channel, South Halmahera
Diving continues in South Halmahera at Proco Channel. Three dive spots here feature moderate to strong currents that are influenced by the tides. These currents support a high concentration of marine life, offering an exciting experience for more seasoned divers.
Pisang Island
While en route to Raja Ampat, the boat stops at Pisang Island for dives amidst vibrant coral reefs and plentiful marine life. The currents here are typically mild to moderate, making the dives accessible for all certification levels, particularly when conditions are calm.
Misool
The first day in Raja Ampat is spent in the Misool area, with dives at Four Kings and Wedding Cake, known for their coral formations and biodiversity. A dive at Barracuda Rock may feature stronger currents and schools of pelagics. The day concludes with a night dive in the calmer waters of Wayilbatan Bay.
Dive sites: Four Kings, Wedding Cake, Barracuda Rock, Wayilbatan Bay
Misool
Diving continues around Warakaraket Island in Misool. At Whale Rock, divers can explore vast fields of hard and soft corals, spotting giant morays, turtles, and white-tip reef sharks. The journey also includes stops at the famous Boo Window and Karang Bayangan (Magic Mountain), both celebrated for their abundant fish populations and colorful reefs.
Dive sites: Whale Rock, Boo Window, Karang Bayangan (Magic Mountain)
Misool
The boat explores Daram Island in eastern Misool, part of a large marine protected area. Dives are conducted at sites like Andiamo, Candy Store, and Warna Berwarna, which feature exceptionally vibrant corals and prolific marine life. A night dive at Yiliet Kecil offers a look at the reef's nocturnal inhabitants.
Dive sites: Andiamo, Candy Store, Warna Berwarna, Yiliet Kecil
Misool
The final day of diving includes two dives in Misool at The Two Tree Island and Baby Rock. These sites display an impressive diversity of corals and marine species. With currents ranging from mild to moderate, these dives are suitable for a wide range of experience levels.
Dive sites: The Two Tree Island, Baby Rock
Sorong
On the final day, guests will enjoy breakfast on board before checking out. A transfer will be provided to the airport or a hotel in Sorong, concluding the trip.