Adventure cruise in Rajat Ampat 10 nights (Sorong - Sorong)

Come and discover the fabulous Raja Ampat, offering one of the most extraordinary diversity of fish and invertebrate species in the world.

10 nights itinerary, going through Sorong, Dampier Strait, Pyanemu, Batanta, Farondi, Missol National Park & Daram.
Route is subject to weather conditions and can be modified.
Best period: From April to October


Itinerary

  • Day 1 Sorong

    Our staff will welcome you at the airport and you will start your experience on Aurora. From Jakarta or Makassar, flights usually arrive early in the morning. As soon as all the guests are on board, we will lift the anchor and, if conditions allow, we will have the check-dive in the afternoon.

  • Days 2 to 3 Dampier Strait

    Dampier Strait We will arrive early in the morning around Mansuar, where we will dive some famous sites, such as "Mioskon," "Blue Magic", "Sardines" and other amazing places. Prone to currents, this area is characterized by untouched corals and all kinds of schools of fish. On the surface, green islands and marvellous white sand beaches will surround us.

  • Day 4 Penemu

    Penemu Further south, we stop at Fam. We will dive on "My Reef", a submarine ridge with schools of fusiliers and sweetlips. "Keruo Channel" is a fascinating passage between two islands. The slopes are covered with hard corals and sea fans and schools of silversides are seen further in the blue. Do not miss the chance to make a stop on land to enjoy the breathtaking view over the typical landscape of Raja Ampat.

  • Day 5 Batanta

    Batanta Batanta is one of the four kings and dive paradise for small creatures lovers but not everything small here and encounters with the majestic manta rays are common here . Busy day, keep your eyes open !

  • Day 6 Farondi

    Farondi Wake up in the Misool National Park, an area with thousands of islands. Here you will be able to see wide varieties of fish, soft and hard corals, all kinds of macro, wobbegong and bamboo sharks. Misool is also one of the rare places, where the landscape is absolutely wonderful. Do not miss the show of the mobulas feeding on schools of silversides!

  • Days 7 to 9 Misool National Park

    Misool National Park So many Islands to visit and so many different dive spots. We will cruise around JILLIET, FIABAJET, WALIB, WAJIL, JEF PELE, BOO etc... where Aurora Crew will assure you as many dives as possible to completely appreciate this wonderful and beautiful area.

  • Day 10 Daram

    Daram This group of island right in the border of Misool marine park is the perfect location for our 2 last dives before we start our trip back to Sorong, Don't be sad, you will be back !

  • Day 11 Sorong

    Sorong After a nice breakfast on board, our Aurora crew will organize your transfer to the airport of Sorong, according to your flight schedules.
    Unfortunately our trip will arrive at an end and we have to say goodbye but we hope to see you again on board.


Please note that this itinerary is a diving program, and can be changed depending on many factors.

Dates & prices

Departures for English-speaking groups:

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Trip code: 55

Included

  • Pick up and drop off (before and after the cruise) from the nearest airport to Aurora
  • Accommodation in a double-bed or twin-bed cabin with en-suite bathroom, toilet and AC
  • Meals and all soft drinks on board (excluding beer, spirits, wine, espresso coffee)
  • Minimum 15 to 20 dives (inluding night dives), according to weather conditions and flights schedules
  • 12L Tank, belt, weights and diving guide
  • Nitrox. As a service offered by Dune, Nitrox can’t be subject to any complaint or refund in case of a possible failure or malfunctioning of the compressor
  • Multilingual guides on board (French, English, Indonesian)
  • Land excursions, according to the diving cruise itinerary
  • Wifi : subject to network availibility - some areas might not be covered

Not included

  • Scuba diving courses
  • Rental diving equipment
  • Dive insurance (mandatory)
  • 15L TankExtra excursion requested
  • Beer, wine and spirits, Expresso coffee
  • Souvenirs, laundry, use of satellite phone
  • Tips on board (for crew): 15 USD minimum / person / day - to be paid in cash
  • Port fee: 250$ per trip per person

Notes


*Surcharges: Dune Aurora Liveaboard se réserve le droit d'appliquer un supplément approprié à ses prix si des changements économiques (taux de change, prix du carburant, etc.) modifient sensiblement sa structure tarifaire. - Un préavis de 14 jours minimum sera donné avant qu'une telle surcharge ne devienne effective. - Aucune surtaxe ne sera appliquée dans les 28 jours précédant le départ. - Si le supplément entraîne une augmentation de 10 % ou plus du prix de la croisière, du forfait de plongée ou du cours de plongée, l'annulation et le remboursement intégral seront autorisés. La notification de l'intention d'annuler doit être faite par écrit dans les 14 jours suivant la notification ou le supplément.

Practical info

Food

On board, local cuisine, vegetarian and international menus will be served. Please let us know if you have any allergy or any specific diet (Diabet,Vegetarian, vegan…)

Accommodation

Accommodation is based on double shared cabin. A supplement is charged for single use of a cabin. Depending on your itinerary, it might be necessary to book a night in a hotel before or after your cruise or before your domestic flights. We can take care of your hotels' bookings if needed.

Transportation

Passengers are greeted at the airport by a DUNE Indonesia representative, holding a "DUNE" sign. The meeting point will generally be just outside the arrival hall after the baggage claim and customs clearance area.

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  • Tana start living la vida loca in 2003 after become dive instructor. Since then he have not stop traveling and working in what he love more " the Ocean " . 10 years ago arrived in Indonesia following his pasion and since then, have not been able to leave this beautiful country full of underwater surprises . Hopes to still like this for long.
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Destination
LIVEABOARD RAJA AMPAT
Activity
LIVEABOARD MANTA RAYS
Duration
11 days
Group
7 to 16 people
Code
55
Price
From €3,835
Level
5/5
Comfort
5/5
Language(s)
English

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