Seven Seas · Indonesia · 11 Days / 10 Nights
Journey into West Papua's Bird's Head Seascape, a region celebrated for housing the planet's richest coral reef biodiversity. This expedition presents a diverse range of pursuits, from unparalleled scuba diving to sea kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding amidst stunning island vistas. Throughout this ecological gem of Eastern Indonesia, visitors might also find chances for hiking, observing birdlife, and experiencing local communities. Max guests on this trip: 16.
Sorong
Upon arrival, guests will board the vessel and get settled. The day includes a safety briefing, crew introductions, and completion of dive paperwork. After a ship orientation, the vessel will set sail from the harbor.
Good to know: Safety Briefing|Crew Introduction|Paperwork|Cabin allocation|Ship orientation
Raja Ampat
The journey focuses on uncovering Raja Ampat's vibrant aquatic ecosystems. Potential activities include submerged explorations and surface glides near the coral formations of the Fam Islands. Encounters with majestic manta rays occur within the Dampier Strait, or divers delve into the macro-rich environments of Batanta and Aljui Bay. Further adventures involve paddling kayaks amidst the dramatic karst landscapes of Wayag or Wagmab, interacting with local communities, and unwinding on secluded shores.
Good to know: Night dives as permitted
Raja Ampat
These days are dedicated to immersing in Raja Ampat's varied underwater ecosystems. The journey involves SCUBA diving and snorkeling among the vibrant coral gardens near the Fam Islands, encountering majestic manta rays within the Dampier Strait, or investigating the abundant macrofauna in the waters off Batanta and Aljui Bay. Additional memorable experiences encompass kayaking amidst the dramatic karst landscapes of Wayag or Wagmab, engaging with local communities, and unwinding on secluded shorelines.
Good to know: Night dives as permitted
Raja Ampat
Several days focus on Raja Ampat's vibrant marine ecosystems. Diving or snorkeling occurs among the Fam Islands' coral gardens. Encounters with manta rays in Dampier Strait are possible, and exploration of the abundant macro life of Batanta and Aljui Bay takes place. Beyond diving, potential activities include kayaking through the karst landscapes of Wayag or Wagmab, visits to local communities, and unwinding on secluded beaches.
Good to know: Night dives as permitted
Raja Ampat
Time is spent immersed in Raja Ampat's varied aquatic environments. The schedule features dives and snorkeling expeditions among the coral gardens of the Fam Islands, opportunities to observe manta rays within the Dampier Strait, or investigations into the critter-laden waters of Batanta and Aljui Bay. Additional memorable experiences involve kayaking amidst the karst landscapes of Wayag or Wagmab, stopping at local communities, or unwinding on tranquil, uninhabited beaches.
Good to know: Night dives as permitted
Raja Ampat
The focus of these days is experiencing Raja Ampat's varied aquatic environments. The schedule could feature dives and snorkeling expeditions among the coral gardens of the Fam Islands, opportunities to see manta rays in the Dampier Strait, or explorations of the macro-rich seas near Batanta and Aljui Bay. Potential added experiences involve kayaking through Wayag or Wagmab's karst landscapes, interacting with local communities, and unwinding on secluded shores.
Good to know: Night dives as permitted
Raja Ampat
Time is devoted to discovering Raja Ampat's vibrant aquatic ecosystems. The journey features diving and snorkeling among the Fam Islands' coral gardens, observing manta rays within the Dampier Strait, or investigating the abundant macrofauna in Batanta and Aljui Bay. Further potential experiences involve kayaking through Wayag or Wagmab's dramatic karst landscapes, experiencing local communities, and unwinding on secluded shores.
Good to know: Night dives as permitted
Raja Ampat
The focus during this period is on immersing in Raja Ampat's varied subaquatic environments. The journey encompasses diving and snorkeling amidst the coral gardens of the Fam Islands, observing manta rays within the Dampier Strait, or investigating the lively, critter-filled seas near Batanta and Aljui Bay. Additional memorable experiences are kayaking amongst the karst formations of Wayag or Wagmab, stopping in at local communities, and unwinding on secluded shorelines.
Good to know: Night dives as permitted
Raja Ampat
A series of days is dedicated to discovering Raja Ampat's vibrant subaquatic realm. The journey encompasses diving and snorkeling within the coral ecosystems of the Fam Islands, observing manta rays in the Dampier Strait, or investigating the marine life abundant waters near Batanta and Aljui Bay. Further potential experiences include kayaking through the limestone karst landscapes of Wayag or Wagmab, interacting with local communities, and unwinding on secluded shores.
Good to know: Night dives as permitted
Raja Ampat
These days are dedicated to discovery within Raja Ampat's varied aquatic environments. The journey includes dives and snorkeling expeditions among the coral gardens of the Fam Islands, seeking out manta rays in the Dampier Strait, or exploring the critter-laden waters of Batanta and Aljui Bay. Additional potential highlights span kayaking amidst the karst formations of Wayag or Wagmab, stopping by local communities, and unwinding on secluded beaches.
Good to know: Night dives as permitted
Sorong
The trip concludes on this final morning. Following breakfast, guests complete their check-out process by 9 AM, then depart the vessel in Sorong. Arrangements for an earlier departure can be made to accommodate those with flights scheduled for an earlier time.
Good to know: Breakfast|Early disembarkation available