Sunshine Liveaboard · Indonesia · 5 Days / 4 Nights
This cruise travels from Saronde to Bitung, exploring a variety of northern Indonesian dive locations. The trip is designed to be accessible for families and snorkelers, offering a relaxed pace suitable for first-time liveaboard guests. Divers will get to experience the famous walls and turtles of Bunaken National Marine Park, the vibrant soft corals of Bangka Island, the macro life of Amurang Bay, and the beautiful coral gardens of Pulau Tiga.
Saronde
Guests will meet at the designated port for boarding. Once on the vessel, the crew provides a welcome and a safety briefing. There is time to assemble dive equipment, and depending on conditions, a light afternoon dive may be offered before the boat cruises overnight.
The day is dedicated to diving, with up to four dives possible, including a night dive. An expert guide leads divers to the area's premier spots. The typical schedule begins with an early morning dive, followed by breakfast, a late morning dive, and an afternoon or night dive. Diving will take place in the key regions of the itinerary, such as Bunaken or Bangka.
Diving continues with a similar schedule to the previous day, offering up to four guided dives. Guests explore more of the region's underwater highlights, which could include the macro-rich slopes of Amurang Bay or the coral gardens of Pulau Tiga. The cruise director determines the exact sites based on conditions.
This is the final full day of diving, with a schedule of up to four dives, including potential night dives. Guests can enjoy the rich marine biodiversity of the area, known for everything from tiny pygmy seahorses to large sea turtles. The last dive of the trip will be conducted on this day to allow for a safe 24-hour surface interval before flying.
Bitung
After a concluding breakfast on the ship, passengers will depart. The crew will help with transportation to the airport for onward journeys.
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