Banda Sea & South Raja Ampat (Ambon - Ambon)

Samambaia · Indonesia · 11 nights

Duration
11 nights
Embarkation
Ambon, Indonesia
Disembarkation
Ambon, Indonesia
Dives
Approximately 30 dives in total

About this route

Embark on an unforgettable 11-night journey aboard MV Samambaia, exploring the remote and beautiful waters of the Banda Sea and South Raja Ampat. This unique itinerary, tailored by the cruise director, ensures optimal conditions, minimal crowds, and exceptional experiences both above and below the surface. Blending world-class diving with scenic island exploration, this voyage offers a true sense of adventure in two of Indonesia's most spectacular marine regions.

Day-by-day plan

  1. Day 1: Embarkation – Ambon

    Guests are welcomed in Ambon with airport or hotel pickup and transferred to MV Samambaia. Boarding is recommended before 1:00 PM, as the vessel departs around this time. After settling into cabins and attending important briefings, the journey commences.

  2. Day 2: Banda Sea & South Raja Ampat Exploration

    The coming days are dedicated to discovering the extraordinary reefs, islands, and vibrant seascapes of the Banda Sea and South Raja Ampat. Each day's route and specific dive sites are flexibly chosen by the cruise director, adapting to prevailing weather and sea conditions, guest preferences, and local traffic to ensure the best possible diving experiences. Expect three day dives and potentially a sunset or night dive, complemented by surface interval activities.

  3. Day 3: Banda Sea & South Raja Ampat Exploration

    The coming days are dedicated to discovering the extraordinary reefs, islands, and vibrant seascapes of the Banda Sea and South Raja Ampat. Each day's route and specific dive sites are flexibly chosen by the cruise director, adapting to prevailing weather and sea conditions, guest preferences, and local traffic to ensure the best possible diving experiences. Expect three day dives and potentially a sunset or night dive, complemented by surface interval activities.

  4. Day 4: Banda Sea & South Raja Ampat Exploration

    The coming days are dedicated to discovering the extraordinary reefs, islands, and vibrant seascapes of the Banda Sea and South Raja Ampat. Each day's route and specific dive sites are flexibly chosen by the cruise director, adapting to prevailing weather and sea conditions, guest preferences, and local traffic to ensure the best possible diving experiences. Expect three day dives and potentially a sunset or night dive, complemented by surface interval activities.

  5. Day 5: Banda Sea & South Raja Ampat Exploration

    The coming days are dedicated to discovering the extraordinary reefs, islands, and vibrant seascapes of the Banda Sea and South Raja Ampat. Each day's route and specific dive sites are flexibly chosen by the cruise director, adapting to prevailing weather and sea conditions, guest preferences, and local traffic to ensure the best possible diving experiences. Expect three day dives and potentially a sunset or night dive, complemented by surface interval activities.

  6. Day 6: Banda Sea & South Raja Ampat Exploration

    The coming days are dedicated to discovering the extraordinary reefs, islands, and vibrant seascapes of the Banda Sea and South Raja Ampat. Each day's route and specific dive sites are flexibly chosen by the cruise director, adapting to prevailing weather and sea conditions, guest preferences, and local traffic to ensure the best possible diving experiences. Expect three day dives and potentially a sunset or night dive, complemented by surface interval activities.

  7. Day 7: Banda Sea & South Raja Ampat Exploration

    The coming days are dedicated to discovering the extraordinary reefs, islands, and vibrant seascapes of the Banda Sea and South Raja Ampat. Each day's route and specific dive sites are flexibly chosen by the cruise director, adapting to prevailing weather and sea conditions, guest preferences, and local traffic to ensure the best possible diving experiences. Expect three day dives and potentially a sunset or night dive, complemented by surface interval activities.

  8. Day 8: Banda Sea & South Raja Ampat Exploration

    The coming days are dedicated to discovering the extraordinary reefs, islands, and vibrant seascapes of the Banda Sea and South Raja Ampat. Each day's route and specific dive sites are flexibly chosen by the cruise director, adapting to prevailing weather and sea conditions, guest preferences, and local traffic to ensure the best possible diving experiences. Expect three day dives and potentially a sunset or night dive, complemented by surface interval activities.

  9. Day 9: Banda Sea & South Raja Ampat Exploration

    The coming days are dedicated to discovering the extraordinary reefs, islands, and vibrant seascapes of the Banda Sea and South Raja Ampat. Each day's route and specific dive sites are flexibly chosen by the cruise director, adapting to prevailing weather and sea conditions, guest preferences, and local traffic to ensure the best possible diving experiences. Expect three day dives and potentially a sunset or night dive, complemented by surface interval activities.

  10. Day 10: Banda Sea & South Raja Ampat Exploration

    The coming days are dedicated to discovering the extraordinary reefs, islands, and vibrant seascapes of the Banda Sea and South Raja Ampat. Each day's route and specific dive sites are flexibly chosen by the cruise director, adapting to prevailing weather and sea conditions, guest preferences, and local traffic to ensure the best possible diving experiences. Expect three day dives and potentially a sunset or night dive, complemented by surface interval activities.

  11. Day 11: Banda Sea & South Raja Ampat Exploration

    The coming days are dedicated to discovering the extraordinary reefs, islands, and vibrant seascapes of the Banda Sea and South Raja Ampat. Each day's route and specific dive sites are flexibly chosen by the cruise director, adapting to prevailing weather and sea conditions, guest preferences, and local traffic to ensure the best possible diving experiences. Expect three day dives and potentially a sunset or night dive, complemented by surface interval activities.

  12. Day 12: Disembarkation – Ambon

    On the final night, Samambaia returns to Ambon. Guests enjoy breakfast onboard before disembarkation and are provided with airport drop-off services to facilitate their domestic flight connections. Divers should note that the last dive is typically on the penultimate day, with a recommended 24-hour waiting period before flying.

Upcoming departures

  • 2027-10-18 – 2027-10-29from 7,535 USDBook

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