Sunshine Liveaboard · Indonesia · 12 Days / 11 Nights
This expedition explores Halmahera, a remote and highly-praised Indonesian dive destination. The journey begins and ends in Bitung, venturing through areas like the Lembeh Strait, Tifure Island, and the Bacan Labuha archipelago. Divers can expect a rich variety of marine encounters, from large schools of barracuda, sharks, and manta rays to exceptional macro life, including various pygmy seahorses and rare octopuses. The trip highlights key stations such as Tifore, Nappo Atoll, Siko Island, Taneti, Lata Lata, and Dragon Rock, promising a diverse underwater experience that some claim surpasses even Raja Ampat. Max guests on this trip: 10.
Upon arrival, guests check in, receive a welcome drink, and are assigned their cabins. After a briefing and lunch, the adventure begins with the first three dives of the trip.
Good to know: check-in|welcome drink|lunch|briefing|cabin allocation
Halmahera
The daily schedule involves three to four dives exploring the diverse underwater landscapes of Halmahera. The exact sites are chosen by the captain based on conditions, but the region is known for its pristine reefs, pelagic species, and unique macro critters.
Halmahera
Day 3 involves exploration of Halmahera's vibrant reefs. The underwater terrain includes dramatic walls and sloping reefs. These areas often teem with schooling fish and macro life. Currents can be invigorating, revealing pristine coral gardens and diverse reef dwellers.
Halmahera
Today's diving around Halmahera often explores vibrant coral reefs and dramatic walls, where you can frequently find schooling fish and healthy populations of reef sharks. The nutrient-rich waters here can also reveal a fascinating array of macro critters and the occasional passing pelagic.
Halmahera
Halmahera's volcanic seabed showcases dramatic walls and pinnacles, often teeming with schooling fish and vibrant soft corals. Divers can expect diverse macro life alongside potential encounters with reef sharks and turtles amidst the healthy reefs. Stronger currents can be present, offering exhilarating drifts over these rich underwater landscapes.
Halmahera
Dive into the vibrant reefs of Halmahera, where steep walls and gentle slopes are often adorned with kaleidoscopic soft corals. Here, divers can expect to encounter an abundance of reef fish, while pygmy seahorses and other captivating macro critters are frequently spotted among the coral formations. The area often offers remarkable visibility and generally mild to moderate currents, perfect for leisurely explorations.
Halmahera
Today, Halmahera's diverse underwater terrain awaits, from vibrant reefs to dramatic walls. Divers often encounter schooling fish, reef sharks, and an incredible array of macro life in these nutrient-rich waters. Expect good visibility and a mix of drift and calmer dives.
Halmahera
Day 8 features more of Halmahera's underwater landscapes. Vibrant coral reefs often transition into dramatic walls and lively channels. Divers encounter an array of macro critters and schooling fish. Reef sharks occasionally cruise through the clear waters.
Halmahera
This day involves exploration of Halmahera's diverse dive sites. Vibrant reefs and dramatic walls often reveal rich macro life and schooling reef fish. Encounters include numerous species of colorful nudibranchs and pygmy seahorses, alongside occasional reef sharks or turtles, in typically clear waters.
Halmahera
This day brings more Halmahera exploration. Vibrant reefs and impressive walls characterize the underwater landscape. Encounters include schooling jacks and colorful reef fish. Consistent visibility promises photographic opportunities. The plan anticipates 3-4 dives amidst these prolific waters.
On the penultimate day, guests will enjoy one final morning dive. Afterwards, the boat will begin its journey back towards the port of Bitung.
Good to know: return to Bitung
Bitung
After a final breakfast on board, guests will check out and prepare for disembarkation. The crew bids farewell as the trip concludes in Bitung.
Good to know: breakfast|check-out