Solitude Adventurer · Indonesia · 13 Days / 12 Nights
Designed for experienced explorers, this expedition begins in Maumere and ends in Ambon, journeying through Indonesia’s remote eastern islands. The route explores the waters around Flores, Alor, Wetar, and the Banda Sea. Prepare for a thrilling combination of rapid drift dives and discoveries amid pristine, untouched coral structures. Divers can anticipate encountering large pelagic life, navigating powerful currents, and exploring vibrant underwater ecosystems set against dramatic volcanic landscapes. Max guests on this trip: 18.
Maumere
Guests will be greeted at the Maumere airport and transferred to the vessel. After settling in and completing registration, a safety and orientation briefing will be held. If the schedule allows, a check dive will be conducted in the afternoon. The boat will then begin its overnight sail east along the coast of Flores Island.
Good to know: safety/orientation briefing
Flores Island
The day is dedicated to exploring the vibrant reefs along the northern coastline of Flores Island. Three to four dives are planned to discover the local marine life. During the night, the vessel continues its eastward journey towards the Alor archipelago.
Pantar and Alor Island
Diving takes place in the channel between Pantar and Alor islands. This region is renowned for its outstanding visibility, exciting drift dives in strong currents, and rich coral gardens. The area also offers world-class opportunities for muck diving to find rare critters.
Pantar and Alor Island
A second day is spent exploring the diverse dive sites around Pantar and Alor. Divers will continue to experience a mix of exhilarating drift dives, colorful coral reefs, and muck diving sites. Overnight, the boat sails east, making its way towards Wetar Island.
Wetar and Reong islands
Explorations center on Wetar and Reong islands, highlighting their stunning walls and vibrant reef ecosystems. The remarkable clarity of these waters unveils a rich tapestry of marine organisms, offering boundless chances for discovery. Following three to four submersions, the voyage proceeds eastward, setting course for Nyata Island.
Nyata Island
Today's underwater exploration focuses on the vibrant walls and reefs encasing tiny Nyata island. This locale boasts an abundance of stunning corals and diverse aquatic creatures. Should the tides allow, a visit to the island's pristine white sand beach is possible. Afterward, the vessel sets course for Damar and Terbang islands.
Good to know: beach visit
Terbang islands
The northern and southern Terbang islands serve as the primary diving locations, featuring impressive sheer walls, excellent visibility, and thriving aquatic life. Currents here are often robust, providing exciting drift dives along these walls. Following this, the vessel navigates to the reef systems of Nil Desperandum and Dusborgh.
Nil Desperandum
The day is dedicated to exploring Nil Desperandum, an expansive submerged atoll featuring impressive deep walls and a vibrant shallow reef crest. This location is renowned for its abundant fish schools, thrilling predatory encounters, and the possibility of spotting Hammerhead sharks. Should conditions permit, an additional dive may be available at the vibrant Dusborgh Reef. Later in the day, the vessel navigates northward towards Serua Island.
Dive sites: Nil Desperandum, Dusborgh Reef
Serua Island
Today's dives are focused on the waters around Serua Island, a prime location for searching for schooling Hammerhead sharks in the blue. The topography consists of shallow reef tops that slope down to deep walls, covered in abundant corals, giant sponges, and schooling fish. Sea snakes are also a common sight, and the currents can be strong and exciting.
Manuk Island
The day begins with the dramatic sight of Manuk Island, a remote volcano often called 'Snake Island'. Divers will explore its beautiful coral reefs, which are home to a multitude of fish and a large population of sea snakes. The active volcano provides a unique backdrop, and there remains a chance of spotting Hammerhead sharks.
Banda Neira
Today's diving encompasses locations such as Hatta Reef and Banda Neira, exploring diverse walls, flourishing reefs, and vibrant coral gardens. Opportunities abound to spot sharks, a profusion of fish, and intricate macro life. Beyond the three dives, an onshore excursion is planned. The vessel will remain moored in Banda Neira through the night.
Dive sites: Hatta Reef
Good to know: land tour
Suanggi Island or Nusa Laut
On the last day of diving, two morning dives are scheduled at either Suanggi Island or Nusa Laut. Once the dives are complete, the boat will begin its final leg of the journey, sailing to Ambon and arriving at night.
Ambon
After a final breakfast on board, the crew will arrange for guests to be transported to the airport in Ambon for their departure.