Samambaia · Indonesia · 7 Days / 6 Nights
This itinerary explores the nutrient-rich waters of Raja Ampat’s North and Central regions, departing and returning to Sorong. Divers can expect a dynamic underwater landscape of vibrant coral gardens, dramatic walls, and current-swept passages. Encounters with diverse reef fish, pelagic species, and Raja Ampat's iconic wobbegong sharks are common. The route typically includes sites near Batanta, Waigeo, and Misool, offering a comprehensive dive experience of this biodiverse marine ecosystem. This trip focuses on immersive diving across varied reef environments.
Sorong
Guests arrive by plane in Sorong and are met by the crew for transfer to the vessel. This first day is used for boarding, preparing dive gear, resting after travel and discussing group planning with the Cruise Director; no diving is scheduled because of the distance to the dive areas.
Good to know: airport pickup | embarkation | equipment setup | cruise director briefing
Raja Ampat
The diving programme begins in Raja Ampat, with the exact route kept flexible. The source describes three possible route scenarios around Raja Ampat: northern areas, southern areas, or a north-and-south combination, with activities during surface intervals such as lagoon rides and viewpoint walks.
Good to know: scenic tender rides | trekking viewpoints | route may be north only, south only, or combined
Raja Ampat
A full diving day continues in Raja Ampat. The operator plans the route around weather, dive conditions, guest requests and other vessel schedules, aiming to keep the cruise away from crowded areas where possible.
Good to know: flexible route based on conditions and logistics
Raja Ampat
The central part of the cruise remains flexible within Raja Ampat. The sample itinerary allows for three daytime dives of at least one hour and, when overnight routing does not require a long passage, an additional sunset or night dive.
Good to know: Raja Ampat sample itinerary
Raja Ampat
Another Raja Ampat diving day follows the same flexible sample structure. Between dives, the source mentions possible tender rides through lagoons and coves, plus short treks to viewpoints when conditions and timing allow.
Good to know: surface interval excursions possible
Raja Ampat
The final diving day takes place before returning toward Sorong. The source notes that the last dive is planned for the penultimate day and recommends a 24-hour surface interval before flying after the trip.
Good to know: last dive on penultimate day | 24 hours before flying recommended
Sorong
The cruise ends in Sorong. Depending on flight timing, the crew may assist with luggage check-in and shuttle guests to the airport when it is time to depart.
Good to know: luggage assistance | airport transfer