Seaisee · Indonesia · 8 Days / 7 Nights
This 8-day diving cruise explores the remote and biodiverse Banda Sea, starting and ending in Ambon. The journey offers a remarkable variety of underwater experiences, from world-class muck diving in Ambon to the historic Spice Islands. Divers will navigate dramatic seascapes and have opportunities to spot large pelagics like hammerhead sharks and devil rays. The itinerary may include visits to key regions such as Pulau Manuk, famous for its sea snakes, and the pristine reefs of the Terbang Islands. Max guests on this trip: 21.
Ambon
Guests will be transferred from the airport or a local hotel to the vessel for check-in before 3 PM. After settling in and attending a welcome briefing with the crew, an afternoon check-dive is scheduled to begin the underwater adventure.
Good to know: Airport/hotel transfer|Welcome briefing
Banda Sea
The diving commences in earnest, with multiple dives exploring the rich waters of the Banda Sea. The exact locations are chosen based on daily conditions but may include the critter-filled muck sites of Ambon, the historic Banda Islands with their vibrant coral walls, or other remote reefs teeming with life.
Good to know: Night dives if possible
Banda Sea
Continuing the exploration of the Banda Sea's diverse ecosystems. The day's dives could feature dramatic underwater architecture, encounters with large schools of fish, and searches for unique macro life, with the potential for a night dive to see nocturnal creatures.
Good to know: Night dives if possible
Banda Sea
The journey proceeds through the Banda Sea, visiting a selection of the region's best sites. Depending on the route, this could involve diving at Pulau Manuk, known for its population of sea snakes, or exploring the nutrient-rich waters around Nil Desperandum where hammerheads are sometimes sighted.
Good to know: Night dives if possible
Banda Sea
Another full day of diving offers more opportunities to experience the incredible biodiversity of the area. Divers might explore steep walls decorated with soft corals and sea fans, pristine hard coral gardens, or encounter large species such as Napoleon wrasse, tuna, and barracuda.
Good to know: Night dives if possible
Banda Sea
The diving adventure continues as the boat navigates to different islands and reefs within the Banda Sea. The day will be filled with up to four dives, potentially including a visit to the unspoiled reefs of the Terbang Islands, known for their dramatic walls and schools of bumphead parrotfish.
Good to know: Night dives if possible
The final day of diving consists of two dives in the morning at a selected site. Afterwards, the boat will begin its journey back towards the port of Ambon, allowing guests time to relax and prepare for disembarkation.
Good to know: Sail back to port
Ambon
Following breakfast on board, guests will check out before noon. Complimentary transportation will be provided to either the Ambon airport or local hotels, concluding the trip.
Good to know: Airport/hotel transfer