Raja Ampat - Misool - Banda Sea (Sorong - Ambon)

Mari · Indonesia · 12N

Duration
12N
Embarkation
Sorong, Indonesia
Disembarkation
Ambon, Indonesia
Dives
Approximately 36 dives in total

About this route

Embark on an extraordinary one-way journey from Sorong to Ambon, exploring the diverse underwater landscapes of Raja Ampat, Misool, Koon Island, Banda Neira, and Nusa Laut. This itinerary combines world-class diving with opportunities to immerse in the rich cultural and historical tapestry of the Spice Islands. Divers will encounter pristine coral gardens, vibrant reefs, and abundant marine life across this vast Indonesian archipelago. The trip offers a unique blend of underwater exploration and cultural discoveries.

Day-by-day plan

  1. Day 1: Embarkation – Sorong

    On the first day, guests will arrive in Sorong, where they will be welcomed aboard the Mari liveaboard. After settling into cabins, a comprehensive safety briefing will be conducted, followed by dinner as the vessel departs for the Raja Ampat archipelago.

  2. Day 2: Raja Ampat & Spice Islands – Diving Days

    The coming days are dedicated to exploring the magnificent dive sites of Raja Ampat and the historic Spice Islands. The itinerary combines world-class diving with cultural excursions, ranging from pristine reefs to historical sites. Daily dives, typically 3 to 4, offer encounters with diverse marine ecosystems. The specific dive sites will be determined by conditions and the captain's discretion.

  3. Day 3: Raja Ampat & Spice Islands – Diving Days

    The coming days are dedicated to exploring the magnificent dive sites of Raja Ampat and the historic Spice Islands. The itinerary combines world-class diving with cultural excursions, ranging from pristine reefs to historical sites. Daily dives, typically 3 to 4, offer encounters with diverse marine ecosystems. The specific dive sites will be determined by conditions and the captain's discretion.

  4. Day 4: Raja Ampat & Spice Islands – Diving Days

    The coming days are dedicated to exploring the magnificent dive sites of Raja Ampat and the historic Spice Islands. The itinerary combines world-class diving with cultural excursions, ranging from pristine reefs to historical sites. Daily dives, typically 3 to 4, offer encounters with diverse marine ecosystems. The specific dive sites will be determined by conditions and the captain's discretion.

  5. Day 5: Raja Ampat & Spice Islands – Diving Days

    The coming days are dedicated to exploring the magnificent dive sites of Raja Ampat and the historic Spice Islands. The itinerary combines world-class diving with cultural excursions, ranging from pristine reefs to historical sites. Daily dives, typically 3 to 4, offer encounters with diverse marine ecosystems. The specific dive sites will be determined by conditions and the captain's discretion.

  6. Day 6: Raja Ampat & Spice Islands – Diving Days

    The coming days are dedicated to exploring the magnificent dive sites of Raja Ampat and the historic Spice Islands. The itinerary combines world-class diving with cultural excursions, ranging from pristine reefs to historical sites. Daily dives, typically 3 to 4, offer encounters with diverse marine ecosystems. The specific dive sites will be determined by conditions and the captain's discretion.

  7. Day 7: Raja Ampat & Spice Islands – Diving Days

    The coming days are dedicated to exploring the magnificent dive sites of Raja Ampat and the historic Spice Islands. The itinerary combines world-class diving with cultural excursions, ranging from pristine reefs to historical sites. Daily dives, typically 3 to 4, offer encounters with diverse marine ecosystems. The specific dive sites will be determined by conditions and the captain's discretion.

  8. Day 8: Raja Ampat & Spice Islands – Diving Days

    The coming days are dedicated to exploring the magnificent dive sites of Raja Ampat and the historic Spice Islands. The itinerary combines world-class diving with cultural excursions, ranging from pristine reefs to historical sites. Daily dives, typically 3 to 4, offer encounters with diverse marine ecosystems. The specific dive sites will be determined by conditions and the captain's discretion.

  9. Day 9: Raja Ampat & Spice Islands – Diving Days

    The coming days are dedicated to exploring the magnificent dive sites of Raja Ampat and the historic Spice Islands. The itinerary combines world-class diving with cultural excursions, ranging from pristine reefs to historical sites. Daily dives, typically 3 to 4, offer encounters with diverse marine ecosystems. The specific dive sites will be determined by conditions and the captain's discretion.

  10. Day 10: Raja Ampat & Spice Islands – Diving Days

    The coming days are dedicated to exploring the magnificent dive sites of Raja Ampat and the historic Spice Islands. The itinerary combines world-class diving with cultural excursions, ranging from pristine reefs to historical sites. Daily dives, typically 3 to 4, offer encounters with diverse marine ecosystems. The specific dive sites will be determined by conditions and the captain's discretion.

  11. Day 11: Raja Ampat & Spice Islands – Diving Days

    The coming days are dedicated to exploring the magnificent dive sites of Raja Ampat and the historic Spice Islands. The itinerary combines world-class diving with cultural excursions, ranging from pristine reefs to historical sites. Daily dives, typically 3 to 4, offer encounters with diverse marine ecosystems. The specific dive sites will be determined by conditions and the captain's discretion.

  12. Day 12: Ambon – Final Diving Day

    The final full day focuses on diving around Ambon, known for its world-class muck diving opportunities. Divers can expect to find an array of unique critters, including various species of octopus, frogfish, rhinopias, and an extraordinary diversity of nudibranchs and crustaceans. The day concludes with a final evening on board.

  13. Day 13: Ambon – Disembarkation

    Guests will enjoy breakfast before checking out and transferring to the airport for their return flight. The Mari crew will assist with check-in for onward flights, concluding this memorable journey.

Upcoming departures

  • 2026-09-20 – 2026-10-02from 4,176 EURBook
  • 2027-03-21 – 2027-04-02from 4,176 EURBook
  • 2028-04-17 – 2028-04-29from 4,385 EURBook

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