Neomi · Indonesia · 6 nights
Embark on an incredible diving cruise through the vibrant waters of Ambon and the historic Banda Sea. This itinerary blends spectacular hard coral reefs, volcanic island exploration, and unique critter diving opportunities. Discover pristine bommies, abundant pelagic life, and the rich biodiversity that makes this region a diver's paradise. The journey concludes back in Ambon, offering a comprehensive experience of Indonesia's underwater wonders and cultural heritage.
Upon arrival in Ambon, guests will be welcomed aboard the vessel. Following a comprehensive safety briefing and boat orientation, cabins will be allocated. The crew will be introduced, and preparations will be made to journey towards the next destination, Pulau Suanggi, marking the beginning of the liveaboard adventure.
Today's diving centers around Pulau Suanggi, also known as Manuk Island, a remote volcanic island located northwest of Bandanaira. This untouched destination is renowned for its thriving sea snake population. Divers can expect to explore pristine bommies and expansive sponge corals, often featuring impressive schools of barracuda, making for a truly memorable dive experience.
Dive sites: Pulau Suanggi (Manuk Island)
Explore the diverse dive sites surrounding Banda Neira, including Pulau Banda, Pulau Hatta, Pulau Run, Pulau Ai, and Pulau Naira. These areas boast beautiful hard coral reefs that transition into soft coral, sea fan, and barrel sponge-covered walls. The underwater topography often features unicornfish, fusiliers, jacks, rainbow runners, and white-tip sharks, alongside Napoleon wrasse, dogtooth tuna, and various turtles. A land tour to Benteng Belgica and The Old Church 'Hollandische Kerk' (built 1600) offers a glimpse into the region's rich Portuguese heritage.
Dive sites: Pulau Banda, Pulau Hatta, Pulau Run, Pulau Ai, Pulau Naira
Explore the diverse dive sites surrounding Banda Neira, including Pulau Banda, Pulau Hatta, Pulau Run, Pulau Ai, and Pulau Naira. These areas boast beautiful hard coral reefs that transition into soft coral, sea fan, and barrel sponge-covered walls. The underwater topography often features unicornfish, fusiliers, jacks, rainbow runners, and white-tip sharks, alongside Napoleon wrasse, dogtooth tuna, and various turtles. A land tour to Benteng Belgica and The Old Church 'Hollandische Kerk' (built 1600) offers a glimpse into the region's rich Portuguese heritage.
Dive sites: Pulau Banda, Pulau Hatta, Pulau Run, Pulau Ai, Pulau Naira
Nusa Laut, situated east of Ambon, provides divers with stunning hard coral seascapes and vibrant reef systems. The area is teeming with a multitude of reef fish and offers opportunities to spot reef sharks and other pelagic visitors. Divers can also encounter several species of triggerfish, butterflyfish, and angelfish, highlighting the rich biodiversity of this healthy reef.
Dive sites: Nusa Laut
The waters around Ambon are a renowned destination for macro and critter diving. This area is famous for its incredible diversity of small, unusual marine life. Divers can search for Rhinopias scorpionfish, various frogfishes, seahorses, stonefishes, and ghost pipefishes. Also commonly found are pegasus sea moths, mandarin fish, nudibranchs, harlequin and Coleman shrimps, kauris, Wonderpus, mimic and flamboyant cuttlefish, and the elusive psychedelic frogfish.
Dive sites: Ambon
On the final morning of the trip, the vessel will arrive back in Ambon. Guests will be served breakfast onboard before preparing for disembarkation. The crew thanks you for joining this memorable journey.