Seaisee · Indonesia · 10D9N
This journey traces a remarkable path across the Lesser Sunda Islands, beginning in the vibrant and remote waters of the Alor archipelago. Here, you'll encounter a mix of world-class muck diving and pristine reefs swept by currents. The adventure continues westward, navigating through the Flores Sea towards the world-renowned Komodo National Park. The itinerary culminates in the legendary dragon-guarded islands, offering high-voltage drift dives over fish-filled pinnacles and encounters with majestic manta rays. This trip is a study in diversity, showcasing everything from rare critters on volcanic sand to powerful pelagic action in one of the planet's most dynamic marine ecosystems.
Alor, East Nusa Tenggara
Arrive at Alor and be transferred to the harbor to board the vessel. After a welcome briefing from the cruise director and settling into your cabin, the boat will prepare for its westward journey through the Nusa Tenggara archipelago. Enjoy a first dinner on board as you get to know fellow divers and the crew, with the anchor lifting to begin the overnight cruise towards the first dive sites.
Good to know: Guest arrival and boarding | Welcome briefing and safety orientation | Dinner on board
Alor Strait, East Nusa Tenggara
The day is dedicated to exploring the famed Alor Strait, a hotspot for both macro life and vibrant coral reefs. Dives may focus on the dark volcanic sands of Kalabahi Bay, a premier muck diving destination where keen-eyed divers can spot rare rhinopias, ghost pipefish, and a multitude of nudibranchs. Other dives will showcase the area's stunningly healthy coral gardens, which slope gently into the deep and are teeming with colorful anthias and anemonefish.
Dive sites: Kalabahi Bay
Pantar Strait, Alor Archipelago
Diving continues around the islands of Pantar and Pura, which are situated in the channel between Alor and Pantar. The nutrient-rich waters that flow through these straits create exhilarating drift dives along steep walls and pristine coral slopes. Expect to see dense schools of fish, including fusiliers and red-tooth triggerfish, while keeping an eye out in the blue for passing reef sharks and other pelagics drawn in by the currents.
Flores Sea
Today is a day of navigation as the vessel charts a course westward across the open expanse of the Flores Sea. This is a perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy the amenities of the boat. Find a spot on the sundeck with a book, organize your camera gear, or share stories with fellow guests. The crew may offer a presentation on marine life as the boat sails towards the next cluster of remote islands.
Good to know: Relaxing at sea | Marine life presentation | Sundowners on deck
Eastern Flores
The journey pauses to explore the underwater world around the volcanic islands off the eastern coast of Flores. These remote sites offer a unique and diverse diving experience, often featuring black sand slopes that host a treasure trove of cryptic critters. The reefs here are untouched and healthy, providing a rich habitat for a wide variety of reef fish and invertebrates. It's a day of true exploration at sites rarely visited by other liveaboards.
Gili Lawa, North Komodo National Park
Welcome to Komodo National Park! The expedition begins in the north, at the legendary Gili Lawa. Here, open-ocean currents wash over submerged pinnacles like Castle Rock and Crystal Rock, creating a thrilling spectacle of marine life. Descend into a whirlwind of schooling fusiliers, surgeonfish, and giant trevally on the hunt. White-tip reef sharks patrol the reef edges, and the chance of spotting an eagle ray gliding past is always high.
Dive sites: Castle Rock, Crystal Rock
Central Komodo National Park
The adventure moves to Central Komodo, home to some of the park's most iconic sites. Experience the explosion of life at Batu Bolong, a rock pinnacle teeming with clouds of colorful anthias and guarded by hawksbill turtles and napoleon wrasse. Afterwards, enjoy a drift dive over Makassar Reef, a vast rubble field better known as Manta Point. Here, you'll hover at cleaning stations, waiting for a squadron of majestic reef mantas to cruise in.
Dive sites: Batu Bolong, Makassar Reef (Manta Point)
Rinca & Padar Islands, Komodo National Park
Today balances world-class diving with an unforgettable land excursion. After a morning dive, you'll go ashore on Rinca Island for a guided trek through the savanna to see the world's largest lizard, the Komodo dragon, in its natural habitat. The day's diving might take place in the shadow of Padar Island's dramatic landscape, exploring vibrant reefs known for their rich soft corals and macro life.
Dive sites: Padar Island
Good to know: Land excursion to see Komodo dragons on Rinca Island
Banta Island, West of Komodo
The itinerary pays homage to the 'Banta Sea' with final dives around Banta Island, located just west of the Komodo park boundaries. Its exposed position makes it a magnet for pelagic action. Drift along walls and slopes patrolled by various shark species, tuna, and large schools of fish. It's a spectacular end to the diving portion of the trip before the vessel begins its final navigation towards Labuan Bajo for the night.
Dive sites: Banta Island
Good to know: Farewell dinner while cruising to Labuan Bajo
Labuan Bajo, Flores
Enjoy a final breakfast on board with views of Labuan Bajo harbor. After exchanging contact information with new friends and saying farewell to the dedicated crew, you will disembark for your transfer to the airport or your onward local arrangements.
Good to know: Final breakfast on board | Guest disembarkation | Transfers to airport or local hotel