Nataraja

AM: Get picked up in style at your hotel or airport, preferably in the morning. Cruise west and enjoy the beach, snorkeling or diving on Bidadari or Sebayur Kecil Island. These islands offer a calm environment but boast a lively coral reef for divers and snorkelers.

PM: Enjoy the first gorgeous sunset with a drink on board or at sea on kayaks or paddleboards. Night dive is optional.

AM: Komodo Island lies in the middle of the straits between Sumbawa and the Flores Islands. The sea is funneled between the two islands, creating rich currents and coral reefs that we explore, such as Tatawa Besar, Batu Bolong and Golden Passage.

PM: At the end of a superb day’s sailing, surrounded by the colorful fish, we anchor safely in Gili Lawa Island Bay, famous for its views of the glowing sunset.

AM: Cruising south, we will stop at Taka Makassar aka Manta Point. In this lovely coral garden, you will swim or dive with mantas, sharks, turtles and many more. The nearby sand atoll with turquoise waters is the perfect spot for lunch and relaxation.

PM: From there we will leave for Padar Island with its dramatic landscape of sharp peaks and pink sand beaches. Those who don’t mind taking a few steps can take a short walk to see tremendous views.

AM: In the morning we leave for the ranger station on Rinca Island from where a park ranger will talk to you about the legendary Komodo dragons.

PM: We can then refresh ourselves and swim or dive at Wainilu or Pengah Kecil. For a special moment at sunset, we will cruise to Kalong Island from where thousands of giant fruit bats fly above you in the light of the setting sun.

AM: We will cruise back to Labuan Bajo for our last delicious breakfast and check-out before noon. After sharing photos and farewells, our crew will arrange your transfer to your hotel or airport, and on your return trip back home, your head will be filled with unforgettable memories of the cruise to Komodo trip of a lifetime.

AM: Get picked up in style at your hotel or airport, preferably in the morning. Cruise west and enjoy the beach, snorkeling or diving on Bidadari or Sebayur Kecil Island. These islands offer a calm environment but boast a lively coral reef for divers and snorkelers.

PM: Enjoy the first gorgeous sunset with a drink on board or at sea on kayaks or paddleboards. Night dive is optional.

AM: Komodo Island lies in the middle of the straits between Sumbawa and the Flores Islands. The sea is funneled between the two islands, creating rich currents and coral reefs that we explore, such as Tatawa Besar, Batu Bolong and Golden Passage.

PM: At the end of a superb day’s sailing, surrounded by the colorful fish, we anchor safely in Gili Lawa Island Bay, famous for its views of the glowing sunset.

AM: A day in South Rinca aka Horse Shoe Bay allows you to see an extraordinarily high concentration of wildlife including monkeys, deer, wild pigs, sea eagles and of course Komodo dragons on the beach.

PM: Some world-class dive sites are in these colder waters, such as the famous Cannibal Rock.

AM: This group of two islands has three world-famous dive sites and shark hotspots to enjoy: Castle Rock, Crystal Rock and the Cauldron. For less adventurous snorkelers or divers, it also has beautiful hard coral reefs surrounded by white sand where manta rays are not a rare sight.

PM: Paddle boarding or kayaking in these turquoise water bays is a must before a well-deserved drink at sunset.

AM: We will cruise to Banta Island just outside the National Park to explore very remote, well-hidden bays with white and pink sandy beaches surrounded by dry, steep slopes and peaks. You will rarely see another soul there, and only big shoals of fish patrol this island.

PM: Depending on the weather conditions, we can cruise to Batu Monco and its heavenly calm, turquoise water where snorkeling is easy and you can dive on pristine coral reefs surrounded by white sandy slopes.

AM: We will cruise back to Labuan Bajo for our last delicious breakfast and check-out before noon. After sharing photos and farewells, our crew will arrange your transfer to your hotel or airport, and on your return trip back home, your head will be filled with unforgettable memories of the cruise to Komodo trip of a lifetime.

AM: Be picked up in style at your hotel or Sorong Airport and driven to the fast boat that will bring you to Waisai, the capital of Raja Ampat where the cruise starts. Settle into your traditional Phinisi liveaboard that you will be calling home for the next few days.

PM: Cruise west towards Batu Lima translating to "Five Rocks". It's a perfect playground for snorkelers, full of fish in the shallow.

If you.re lucky, you can even spot a Wobbegong Shark laying just under the rocks at 2 meters deep!

AM: An early wake up and a short hike would allow you to witness the mating ritual of rare endemic Red Birds of Paradise. After breakfast, get the chance to visit the picturesque Christian village of Arborek. Thirty minutes to walk the entire coastline of the island and witness the peacefulness and hospitality of the local people. The reef nearby fosters an exuberant marine life for a refreshing snorkel or dive bellow the jetty.

PM: Later that day, the boat will moor in the middle of the mangroves of Yanggefo where the lush green of the sea trees contrasts with crystal blue water. You can take a kayak to get lost in one of the many little canals they create while listening to concert of birds surrounding you, from white parrots to the endemic species of hornbill.

A dive in the mangrove is also a unique experience to witness the soft coral growth in the roots hosting juvenile species of fish.

AM: On the way to the Wayag islands, we cross the equator to the Northern hemisphere to reach the last paradise on earth, a large bay with hundreds of mushroom-like islets, white sandy beaches, black tip reef sharks and manta rays cruising inn the turquoise-blue water.

There you will live the once in a lifetime experience of swimming with the local population of black tip sharks in 60cm shallow water.

PM: Later in the afternoon, you will get to climb Mount Pindito for a superb viewpoint, or just glide effortlessly above lush coral garden where the baby sharks and mantas find shelter.

Get you kayak and explore this labyrinth, a true wonder of nature.

AM: Visit Sauwandarek Jetty and experience some world-class diving, while probably being watched by of the local smiling children fro the Jetty.

You'll probably meet the giant turtles, Napoleons, barracudas, and many other schoolings fish around this coral garden just under the jetty.

PM: On the east side of the same island, you can hike up to an impressive viewpoint, literally dive into the highest measured underwater biodiversity on the planet inhabiting the nearby reefs and finally spend the sunset on one of the sandbanks.

AM: In the early morning, you'll sail east to Mayalibit Bay. A short speedboat ride will take you through the lush Papuan jungle all the way to "Kali Biru", a natural spring where you can bathe in the crystal freshwater, surrounded by incredible nature of the bay, well protected by its local and dedicated community. You'll therefore enjoy a small waterfall hidden in the jungle with 3 different levels, the perfect and safe place to explore with kids.

PM: After this experience, you'll spend the rest of the afternoon on the island of Mioskon where it's not rare to see fruit bats flying at sunset.

Later the evening, you'll sail back to Sorong to arrive early morning.

AM: After your last delicious breakfast and bidding farewells, our crew will arrange your transfer to your hotel or airport and your return trip back home, your head filled with unforgettable memories of the trip of a lifetime.

AM: Get picked up in style at your hotel or airport, preferably in the morning. Cruise west and enjoy the beach, snorkeling or diving on Bidadari or Sebayur Kecil Island. These islands offer a calm environment but boast a lively coral reef for divers and snorkelers.

PM: Enjoy the first gorgeous sunset with a drink on board or at sea on kayaks or paddleboards. Night dive is optional.

AM: Komodo Island lies in the middle of the straits between Sumbawa and the Flores Islands. The sea is funneled between the two islands, creating rich currents and coral reefs that we explore, such as Tatawa Besar, Batu Bolong and Golden Passage.

PM: At the end of a superb day’s sailing, surrounded by the colorful fish, we anchor safely in Gili Lawa Island Bay, famous for its views of the glowing sunset.

AM: A day in South Rinca aka Horse Shoe Bay allows you to see an extraordinarily high concentration of wildlife including monkeys, deer, wild pigs, sea eagles and of course Komodo dragons on the beach.

PM: Some world-class dive sites are in these colder waters, such as the famous Cannibal Rock.

AM: This group of two islands has three world-famous dive sites and shark hotspots to enjoy: Castle Rock, Crystal Rock and the Cauldron. For less adventurous snorkelers or divers, it also has beautiful hard coral reefs surrounded by white sand where manta rays are not a rare sight.

PM: Paddle boarding or kayaking in these turquoise water bays is a must before a well-deserved drink at sunset.

AM: The Sanggean active volcano means you can swim in its underwater hot springs and bubbling reef. Sanggean is famous for its extremely colorful soft corals and the contrasts they create with the black volcanic sand.

PM: You can visit the only village on the island, of honey-makers, boat builders and shepherds who are settled on the shoreline. This is a magnificent island to visit from sunrise to sunset.

AM: We will cruise to Banta Island just outside the National Park to explore very remote, well-hidden bays with white and pink sandy beaches surrounded by dry, steep slopes and peaks. You will rarely see another soul there, and only big shoals of fish patrol this island.

PM: Depending on the weather conditions, we can cruise to Batu Monco and its heavenly calm, turquoise water where snorkeling is easy and you can dive on pristine coral reefs surrounded by white sandy slopes.

AM: In the morning we leave for the ranger station on Rinca Island from where a park ranger will talk to you about the legendary Komodo dragons.

PM: We can then refresh ourselves and swim or dive at Wainilu or Pengah Kecil. For a special moment at sunset, we will cruise to Kalong Island from where thousands of giant fruit bats fly above you in the light of the setting sun.

AM: We will cruise back to Labuan Bajo for our last delicious breakfast and check-out before noon. After sharing photos and farewells, our crew will arrange your transfer to your hotel or airport, and on your return trip back home, your head will be filled with unforgettable memories of the cruise to Komodo trip of a lifetime.

AM: Get picked up in style at your hotel or airport, preferably in the morning. Cruise west and enjoy the beach, snorkeling or diving on Bidadari or Sebayur Kecil Island. These islands offer a calm environment but boast a lively coral reef for divers and snorkelers.

PM: Enjoy the first gorgeous sunset with a drink on board or at sea on kayaks or paddleboards. Night dive is optional.

AM: Komodo Island lies in the middle of the straits between Sumbawa and the Flores Islands. The sea is funneled between the two islands, creating rich currents and coral reefs that we explore, such as Tatawa Besar, Batu Bolong and Golden Passage.

PM: At the end of a superb day’s sailing, surrounded by the colorful fish, we anchor safely in Gili Lawa Island Bay, famous for its views of the glowing sunset.

AM: Cruising south, we will stop at Taka Makassar aka Manta Point. In this lovely coral garden, you will swim or dive with mantas, sharks, turtles and many more. The nearby sand atoll with turquoise waters is the perfect spot for lunch and relaxation.

PM: From there we will leave for Padar Island with its dramatic landscape of sharp peaks and pink sand beaches. Those who don’t mind taking a few steps can take a short walk to see tremendous views.

AM: A day in South Rinca aka Horse Shoe Bay allows you to see an extraordinarily high concentration of wildlife including monkeys, deer, wild pigs, sea eagles and of course Komodo dragons on the beach.

PM: Some world-class dive sites are in these colder waters, such as the famous Cannibal Rock.

AM: This group of two islands has three world-famous dive sites and shark hotspots to enjoy: Castle Rock, Crystal Rock and the Cauldron. For less adventurous snorkelers or divers, it also has beautiful hard coral reefs surrounded by white sand where manta rays are not a rare sight.

PM: Paddle boarding or kayaking in these turquoise water bays is a must before a well-deserved drink at sunset.

AM: The Sanggean active volcano means you can swim in its underwater hot springs and bubbling reef. Sanggean is famous for its extremely colorful soft corals and the contrasts they create with the black volcanic sand.

PM: You can visit the only village on the island, of honey-makers, boat builders and shepherds who are settled on the shoreline. This is a magnificent island to visit from sunrise to sunset.

AM: We will cruise to Banta Island just outside the National Park to explore very remote, well-hidden bays with white and pink sandy beaches surrounded by dry, steep slopes and peaks. You will rarely see another soul there, and only big shoals of fish patrol this island.

PM: Depending on the weather conditions, we can cruise to Batu Monco and its heavenly calm, turquoise water where snorkeling is easy and you can dive on pristine coral reefs surrounded by white sandy slopes.

AM: In the morning we leave for the ranger station on Rinca Island from where a park ranger will talk to you about the legendary Komodo dragons.

PM: We can then refresh ourselves and swim or dive at Wainilu or Pengah Kecil. For a special moment at sunset, we will cruise to Kalong Island from where thousands of giant fruit bats fly above you in the light of the setting sun.

AM: We will cruise back to Labuan Bajo for our last delicious breakfast and check-out before noon. After sharing photos and farewells, our crew will arrange your transfer to your hotel or airport, and on your return trip back home, your head will be filled with unforgettable memories of the cruise to Komodo trip of a lifetime.

AM: Be picked up in style at your hotel or Sorong Airport and driven to the fast boat that will bring you to Waisai, the capital of Raja Ampat where the cruise starts. Settle into your traditional Phinisi liveaboard that you will be calling home for the next few days.

PM: Cruise west and enjoy a swim, a check dive and relax, whilst contemplating the white sandy beaches of Mioskon Island and its famous seamount, Blue Magic. Enjoy an evening drink as you watch the sunset ballet of fruit bats flying away to feed.

AM: North Batanta offers shining waters and dozens of islets and sandbanks where it is easy to find manta rays or even witness history in the form of a well-barnacled World War II Japanese aircraft.

PM: On land, take a short walk to a beautiful and refreshing waterfall. Finish your day relaxing and dreaming on the sun deck as you continue sailing south to Misool Island.

AM: The Daram Islands are the easternmost island group in the Misool area. Thanks to a strict no-fishing policy, you will be able to see some of the most impressive sea fan forests and soft corals known to the world.

PM: With easy snorkeling and diving, sites such as Andiamo or Candy Store are truly psychedelic underwater wonderlands where barracudas gliding above the pygmy seahorses are a common sight.

AM: Feel the love around you after climbing to get a bird’s eye view of the famous heart-shaped blue lagoon encircled by the vibrant coral reefs. Or take a speed boat tour or your kayak to get lost in the maze of rocks and channels of Wayil Islands.

PM: Here lie some of the most iconic and lush dive sites of Raja Ampat: Wedding Cake, Four Kings or Neptune’s Fantasea. End your day with your flashlight on to explore the dark side of the reef: night dive!

AM: Misool North Eastern line of islands is a natural labyrinth made of cone-shaped rocks, sheer cliffs and hidden pools. At the right time of year, some of the inner lagoons play host to thousands of stingless jellyfish, offering fantastic photo opportunities for undersea photo lovers.

PM: Explore the above and underwater caves of the area where nudibranchs, rare mollusks and crustaceans crawl on the rich soft coral cover.

AM: At this Western tip of Central Raja Ampat, 3 internationally renowned dive sites are on the menu: Galaxy, Keruo Channel and Melissa’s Garden, where you can observe the most impressive shallow coral gardens on the planet. In between dives, you can also enjoy surface activities like kayaking, or walk up to the top of the hill above the Star Lagoon and look down on its hundreds of limestone rocks.

PM: Some hidden rock-pools are just waiting for you to float in them – sheer heaven!

AM: On the way to the Wayag Islands, we cross the Equator to the Northern hemisphere to reach the last paradise on earth, a large bay with hundreds of mushroom-like islets, white sandy beaches, blacktip reef sharks and manta rays cruising in the turquoise-blue water.

PM: Spend a day gliding through this piece of heaven or climb the rocky Mount Pindito for an unforgettable view. Dive or swim around pelagic fish and the Figure 8 Rock and enjoy special moments on the perfect beach.

AM: Visit Airborek or Sawandarek Jetty and experience some world-class diving, probably watched by some of the local children!

PM: Then cruise on to more fish-rich waters like Sardine Reef or Cape Kri and enjoy a fantastic night dive at Batu Lima where you are likely to spot the elusive walking shark!

AM: We will cruise back to Waisai for our last, scrumptious breakfast and check-out before noon. After sharing photos and farewells, our crew will arrange your transfer to your hotel or airport and your return trip back home, your head filled with unforgettable memories of the trip of a lifetime.

AM: Be picked up in style at your hotel or Sorong Airport and driven to the fast boat that will bring you to Waisai, the capital of Raja Ampat where the cruise starts. Settle into your traditional Phinisi liveaboard that you will be calling home for the next few days.

PM: Cruise west and enjoy a swim, a check dive and relax, whilst contemplating the white sandy beaches of Mioskon Island and its famous seamount, Blue Magic. Enjoy an evening drink as you watch the sunset ballet of fruit bats flying away to feed.

AM: North Batanta offers shining waters and dozens of islets and sandbanks where it is easy to find manta rays or even witness history in the form of a well-barnacled World War II Japanese aircraft.

PM: On land, take a short walk to a beautiful and refreshing waterfall. Finish your day relaxing and dreaming on the sun deck as you continue sailing south to Misool Island.

AM: The Daram Islands are the easternmost island group in the Misool area. Thanks to a strict no-fishing policy, you will be able to see some of the most impressive sea fan forests and soft corals known to the world.

PM: With easy snorkeling and diving, sites such as Andiamo or Candy Store are truly psychedelic underwater wonderlands where barracudas gliding above the pygmy seahorses are a common sight.

AM: Swim round the famous dive sites of Boo Window and Magic Mountain, with some of the highest concentrations of biodiversity in the world, a true story of successful conservation, thanks to the talented and friendly local park rangers who are happy to meet you on the white sandy beaches of Yillet Island.

PM: South East Misool is one of these extremely rare places where dreams and reality merge, with scenery as lush and dramatic above the water as below.

AM: Feel the love around you after climbing to get a bird’s eye view of the famous heart-shaped blue lagoon encircled by the vibrant coral reefs. Or take a speed boat tour or your kayak to get lost in the maze of rocks and channels of Wayil Islands.

PM: Here lie some of the most iconic and lush dive sites of Raja Ampat: Wedding Cake, Four Kings or Neptune’s Fantasea. End your day with your flashlight on to explore the dark side of the reef: night dive!

AM: Misool North Eastern line of islands is a natural labyrinth made of cone-shaped rocks, sheer cliffs and hidden pools. At the right time of year, some of the inner lagoons play host to thousands of stingless jellyfish, offering fantastic photo opportunities for undersea photo lovers.

PM: Explore the above and underwater caves of the area where nudibranchs, rare mollusks and crustaceans crawl on the rich soft coral cover.

AM: At this Western tip of Central Raja Ampat, 3 internationally renowned dive sites are on the menu: Galaxy, Keruo Channel and Melissa’s Garden, where you can observe the most impressive shallow coral gardens on the planet. In between dives, you can also enjoy surface activities like kayaking, or walk up to the top of the hill above the Star Lagoon and look down on its hundreds of limestone rocks.

PM: Some hidden rock-pools are just waiting for you to float in them – sheer heaven!

AM: South Kawe is one of Raja Ampat’s greatest treasures. Here, you will probably see manta rays grooming in one of their many cleaning stations or feeding on the surface of the channel between the two Eagle Rocks. There is also the opportunity to visit Alyui Bay where you can learn everything about pearl farming, from seeding to harvest.

PM: The Aljuy Bay waters are also perfect for seeing rare sea creatures and wonderfully rich night dives.

AM: On the way to the Wayag Islands, we cross the Equator to the Northern hemisphere to reach the last paradise on earth, a large bay with hundreds of mushroom-like islets, white sandy beaches, blacktip reef sharks and manta rays cruising in the turquoise-blue water.

PM: Spend a day gliding through this piece of heaven or climb the rocky Mount Pindito for an unforgettable view. Dive or swim around pelagic fish and the Figure 8 Rock and enjoy special moments on the perfect beach.

AM: Continue your adventure with a day at Yanggefo and take the kayak out to the Mangroves for a change of scenery. The contrast of the lush green mangrove forest and the clear waters is breathtaking. This area is home to as many birds as fish.

PM: Colorful coral grows within the roots of the trees making snorkeling and diving in Citrus and Mangrove Ridge a unique experience.

AM: Visit Airborek or Sawandarek Jetty and experience some world-class diving, probably watched by some of the local children!

PM: Then cruise on to more fish-rich waters like Sardine Reef or Cape Kri and enjoy a fantastic night dive at Batu Lima where you are likely to spot the elusive walking shark!

AM: We will cruise back to Waisai for our last, scrumptious breakfast and check-out before noon. After sharing photos and farewells, our crew will arrange your transfer to your hotel or airport and your return trip back home, your head filled with unforgettable memories of the trip of a lifetime.