RAJA AMPAT LIVEABOARD - DIVING AND LEISURE CRUISE
8 DAYS 7 NIGHTS - NORTH RAJA AMPAT CRUISE
7 Days 6 Nights Cruise + 1 Night at Sorong
We offers a wide range of Raja Ampat diving liveaboard activities with Indonesian Phinisi - rigged Bugis Schooners, constructed with three decks, the boat gives you plenty of space to lose ones self, whether it is in the air-conditioned comfort of the large saloon or lazing under the shade of one of the ship's huge sails. The Raja Ampat, or “Four Kings,” archipelago encompasses more than 9.8 million acres of land and sea off the northwestern tip of Indonesia’s West Papua Province. Located in the Coral Triangle, the heart of the world’s coral reef biodiversity, the seas around Raja Ampat possibly hold the richest variety of species in the world. The area’s massive coral colonies show that its reefs are resistant to threats like coral bleaching and disease —threats that now jeopardize the survival of corals around the world. In addition, Raja Ampat’s strong ocean currents sweep coral larvae across the Indian and Pacific Oceans to replenish other reef ecosystems. Raja Ampat’s coral diversity, resilience to threats, and ability to replenish reefs make it a global priority for marine protection.
Raja Ampat archipelago located off the northwest tip of Bird's Head Peninsula on the island of New Guinea. Raja Ampat archipelago encompasses nearly ten million acres of land and sea off the northwestern tip of Indonesia’s West Papua Province. Raja Ampat consists of the four large islands of Waigeo, Batanta, Salawati, and Misool, plus hundreds of smaller islands. Located in the Coral Triangle, the heart of the world’s coral reef biodiversity, the seas around Raja Ampat possibly hold the richest variety of species in the world. Raja Ampat offers you another cutting edge experiences except the under water habitat, the above water view, beautiful sunset.
Day 1 : SORONG ARRIVAL. Our representative will be waiting outside the arrival hall and ready to escort you the ship for immediate boarding. Cabin allocation and ship orientation will take place before departure. Take this opportunity to familiarize yourselves with the vessel, make yourself comfortable.
Meals : Lunch, Dinner | Dive : Check Dive
Day 2 : PENEMU ISLAND / PIANEMO. Melisa’s garden,barracuda reef where you could spot a large school of Barracuda fish. Baracuda is a long oval-shaped reef that extend latitude and almost cantilevered over the northern point of Penemu Island. Perhaps nowhere else in Raja Ampat are the stony corals as vibrant and full of fish. There are at least three Tridacna clams located around the platform, all giants that have lived at Melisa’s for close to a century. Because the substrate at Melissa’s Garden is exceedingly delicate, absolute attention to good buoyancy is required.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Dive : 3 dives + 1 night dive
Day 3 : YANGGEFO ISLAND. Mangrove Channel is apart of the Yanggefo Island. There are three sites are located in the Mangrove channel such as : Mangrove Ridge, Mangroves & Slope and GA’s Flash. From the north to the south side, Mangrove Ridge is the most spectacular dive site. The north side of the Ridge is the most prolific with a good mix of soft corals, black coral trees and sea fans. This side has excellent schooling Fusiliers and Surgeonfish. Sea fans also decorate the south side. We will continue diving to Mangroves & Slope the west-southwest corner of Gam, where we can see the luxuriant growth of soft corals and sea fans that have attached themselves to the mangrove roots and graze the surface at low tide. Dive in Yanggefo Island is not perfect without exploring the GA’s Flash. In the late afternoon, over the rubble patch at the base of the mangroves, male flashers court females by displaying their ornate fins and vibrant colors, while just beneath the surface schools of Archerfish hunt among the forest of Mangrove roots.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Dive : 3 dives + 1 night dive
Day 4 : ARBOREK ISLAND. In this site you will found much more fish life, lovely Batu laut’s hard corals and provide shelter for many interesting smaller animals like Hermit Crabs, flatworms and Skeleton Shrimp. Manta Sandy and Manta Ridge are important to dive with an experienced guide who is familiar with these sites. These dives are two of the most reliable Manta congregation spots in the Dampier Strait. Here you can look at the majestic animals somersaulting through the water while they are cleaned by several species of Wrasse and even Butterflyfish. Mantas also come to feed on current-borne plankton. Without current, divers are not likely to see Mantas. Manta Ridge is usually much stronger than at Manta Sandy. Be careful when surfacing, as quite often there is a strong downdraft. At both sites divers have witnessed the ‘’Manta Train ‘’ an event where a dozen or more Mantas follow each other head to tail through the site.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Dive : 3 dives + 1 night dive
Day 5 : DAMPIER STRAIT, Before dive activities, trekking will be recommended. Show up on the dock at Sawingkrai Village on Gam for a dawn walk though the bush to observe striking Birds of Paradise. We then continue to Mike’s Point. Interesting macro subjects such as small octopus and shrimp thrive in these craggy coral niches. The other site we must dive is Sardine Reef. Actually sardines are not found at this site but you won’t miss them. Fusiliers, surgeonfish, Trevally, Rainbow Runners, Sweetlips and Bannerfish crowd the open water and swarm over a reef decorated with sea fans, soft corals and orange Elephant Ear Sponges encrusted with pastel colonies of tunicates. At sardine reef is common to hear ‘’Fish Thunder’’ the loud booming sound resulting from the rapid movement of large number of fish through open water. We will ending this day by exploring Mioskon, the amazing dampier site. Hundred of lined snappers usually cover the slope, where the coral meets a sand bottom.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner | Dive : 2 dives + 1 night dive + trekking
Day 6: THE PASSAGE. One of Raja Ampat’s most celebrated dives,The Passage is a winding waterway that separates Gam from Waigeo.This narrow river-like saltwater channel runs primarily east to west,stretching from Kabui Bay to open ocean.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Dive : 3 dives + 1 night dive
Day 7 : SORONG. After breakfast, prepare for disembarkation. Be ready to leave the boat and you will be transferred to Swiss Belhotel Sorong. Your diving journey has ended and we shall look forward to welcoming you onboard again. Lunch at local restaurant in Sorong, souvenir shopping and Sorong Sightseeing. Sunset Dinner at Sunshine Restaurant Sorong.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch (Sorong), Dinner (Sorong) | Dive : no dive
Day 8 : SORONG OUT. Breakfast at hotel and transfer to airport for your next destination. End of Tour Programs
Meals : Breakfast
Group of 08 - 11 Pax = USD 4608/pax
Group of 12 - 14 Pax = USD 4112/pax
Group of 15 - 17 Pax = USD 3911/pax
Group of 18 - 20 Pax = USD 3767/pax
Facilities and Services Onboard :
01. Deck state cabin located on the middle and upper deck with a sea-view
02. Deluxe cabin located on the lower deck
03. Air- conditioned cabins with private bathroom (hot and cold showers)
04. A tray of toiletries in each cabin
05. Dining room and Bar
06. 24 hours tea and coffee making facilities
07. Vegetarian food available on request
08. Easy access swim/boarding platform
09. Fresh water on deck shower
10. Complete scuba dive equipment
11. Snorkel, canoe and fishing equipment
12. TV, Karaoke & DVD entertainment units
13. Computer with Adobe Photoshop application
14. Laundry service
15. On Board telecommunication
Includes :
01. Accommodation onboard & meals (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
02. Tea/coffee, bottled water, tea-time snacks
03. National Park fee
04. Certified Dive Master (ratio 1 DM : 5 divers)
05. Cruise Accident Insurance
06. Harbor and anchor fee
07. Government tax
08. Compressor, regular air fills 3000 psi or 200 bar, tank, weight belt
09. Video Shooting Professional include underwater shooting
10. Land transportation for transfer and city tour
11. Guide and Tour Leader Serivice
Excludes :
01. International/domestic airfare and airport tax
02. Soft drinks and alcohol beverages
03. Personal travel Insurance
04. Gratuities to guide and crew (we recommend a tip at least $ 10 - 30 USD per day)
05. Onboard telecommunication
06. Laundry service
Reservation :
All reservation must be made by electronic mail at least 8 months before your departure plan and must state your agent, the cruise period, full name, date of birth, nationality, passport number, and any special requirements.
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