Ondina · Indonesia · 10 Days / 9 Nights
This itinerary explores Cenderawasih Bay, a region known for its unique marine biodiversity, including endemic species and deep-water fish found in shallow areas. The trip highlights guaranteed encounters with whale sharks that frequent local fishing platforms. Additionally, divers will explore numerous World War II ship and aircraft wrecks scattered throughout the bay, offering a blend of incredible marine life and historical underwater sites. Max guests on this trip: 16.
Manokwari Bay
The trip begins with a pickup from Manokwari Airport and transfer to the vessel. After settling in, guests will have an afternoon check dive on one of the historical Japanese WWII wrecks in the bay. The boat then sails overnight towards Pulau Roon.
Dive sites: Japanese WWII wrecks in Manokwari Bay
Good to know: Overnight cruise to Pulau Roon
Pulau Roon, Pulau Auri, and Pulau Sodompari
Diving activities are centered around Pulau Roon and the nearby islands of Auri and Sodompari. A key dive for the day is the exploration of a Japanese Zero plane wreck located south of Roon Island. The day concludes with an overnight journey to Kwatisore.
Dive sites: wreck of a Japanese Zero plane
Good to know: Overnight cruise to Kwatisore
Kwatisore
This day is dedicated to the famous whale sharks of Kwatisore. Divers will spend time near the 'bagans,' or local fishing platforms, where the gentle giants gather to feed on leftover anchovies, allowing for extraordinary and reliable close encounters.
Tanjung Mangguar and Nepanyaur Bay
The voyage continues with underwater exploration at Tanjung Mangguar. In the afternoon, the diving focus shifts to Nepanyaur Bay, presenting more opportunities to discover the area's marine habitats.
Rouw Island
Journey around the atoll's outer edge, exploring dive locations like Spag Point and Wild Fish Ridge. Later, travelers may opt for an excursion to Pulau Rouw. On this island, a walk along the shore is possible, followed by an exceptional snorkeling experience. This features three P-38 aircraft from World War II, resting in just a meter of water.
Dive sites: Spag Point, Wild Fish Ridge
Good to know: stroll along the beach|snorkel around three WWII P-38 planes
Sewandeh and Slamipien
The vessel dedicates a full day to underwater exploration surrounding Sewandeh and Slamipien. Sewandeh's waters teem with numerous reef fish and sharks. Close by, Slamipien boasts a magnificent shallow hard coral garden. As dusk falls, the ship sets a course for Numfor.
Good to know: Overnight sailing to Numfor
Numfor and Pulau Manim
Commence the day with a morning submersion near Numfor's coastline. Afterwards, voyage to Pulau Manim. The remainder of the day will be dedicated to investigating the remains of eight WWII landing vessels. Alternatively, a stroll on the pristine sandy shore is available before the overnight return journey to Manokwari.
Dive sites: wrecks of 8 World War II landing craft
Good to know: Stroll along the white sandy beach|Overnight cruise to Manokwari
Cenderawasih Bay
As part of the flexible itinerary through Cenderawasih Bay, this day's schedule is at the captain's discretion. It may involve revisiting a favorite location or exploring new sites based on weather, logistics, and opportunities for marine encounters.
Manokwari Bay
On the final day of diving, the boat returns to Manokwari Bay for two morning dives on two different Japanese WWII wrecks. The afternoon is spent preparing for departure the following morning.
Dive sites: Japanese WWII wrecks in Manokwari Bay
Good to know: Preparations for departure
Manokwari
After a final breakfast on board the vessel, guests will be transferred to the airport in Manokwari for their journey home.
Good to know: Transfer to the airport