Ambon, Banda Islands & Raja Ampat

Tiare Cruise · Indonesia · 12D/11N

Duration
12D/11N
Embarkation
Ambon
Disembarkation
Sorong
Dives
29

About this route

This 12-day liveaboard journey explores the diverse underwater worlds of Ambon, the Banda Sea, and Raja Ampat. Divers can expect to encounter schooling fish, large pelagics, turtles, and macros in the pristine reefs of the Banda Sea, including the famed hammerhead sharks. Raja Ampat offers an unparalleled experience with its rich coral gardens, mantas, reef sharks, and unique wobbegongs, making it a highlight for coral enthusiasts and marine life lovers alike.

Day-by-day plan

  1. Day 1: Ambon

    Ambon

    Guests can check-in and prepare for the adventure. A check dive at Laha highlights the first day in Ambon.

  2. Day 2: Ambon

    Ambon

    Three dives around Ambon before a 13-hour crossing to Suanggi.

    Dive sites: Pintu Kota, Hukurila, Batu Lompa

  3. Day 3: Banda Sea

    Suanggi / Banda Neira

    Three dives in Suanggi, followed by a visit to Banda Neira and a mandarin dive. Overnight at Banda Neira.

    Dive sites: Suanggi I, Suanggi II, Batu Kapal, Mandarin Dive

  4. Day 4: Banda Sea

    Banda Sea

    Day four brought three spectacular dives in the Banda Sea at Pohon Miring, Hatta Wall, and Karang Hatta. Afterwards, the liveaboard began its 11-hour crossing to Koon.

    Dive sites: Pohon Miring, Hatta Wall, Karang Hatta

  5. Day 5: Banda Sea

    Banda Sea

    A full day of diving with 'too many' unspecified dive sites before a crossing to Pulau Pisang.

  6. Day 6: Banda Sea

    Pulau Pisang

    Three dives around Pulau Pisang, followed by a 10-hour crossing to Misool.

    Dive sites: Tanjung Lampu, Channel, Pinnacle

  7. Day 7: Raja Ampat

    Misool / Wayil Batan

    Three daytime dives followed by a night dive at Barracuda Rock. Overnight at Wayil Batan.

    Dive sites: Karang Bayangan, Boo Window, Tank Rock, Barracuda Rock

  8. Day 8: Raja Ampat

    Misool / Piaynemo

    Three dives, including Farondi Cave, with a visit to Farondi Cave and Lagoon, then a 12-hour crossing to Piaynemo.

    Dive sites: Four King, Nudi Rock, Farondi Cave

  9. Day 9: Raja Ampat

    Piaynemo

    Three dives including Melissa's Garden, followed by a visit to Piaynemo Lagoon and trekking, then a night dive at Gam Slope.

    Dive sites: My Reef, Melissa Garden, Channel, Gam Slope

  10. Day 10: Raja Ampat

    Yenbuba

    Three dives including Manta Ridge, with a visit to Arborek Village and a night dive there. Overnight at Yenbuba.

    Dive sites: Mayhem, Manta Ridge, Arborek

  11. Day 11: Raja Ampat

    Raja Ampat

    Day 11 brought more incredible diving in Raja Ampat. We completed two dives exploring the stunning sites of Cape Kri and Blue Magic.

    Dive sites: Cape Kri, Blue Magic

  12. Day 12: Sorong

    Sorong

    Today is disembarkation day in Sorong.

Upcoming departures

  • 2028-11-11 – 2028-11-22from 7,150 USDBook

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