The Ilike Liveaboard 9D8N North Sulawesi to Halmahera trip is a top-notch liveaboard trip that takes you from one famous dive spot to another in the Coral Triangle. This carefully planned 9-day trip starts in North Sulawesi, where you can see the famous muck diving in Lembeh Strait and the beautiful coral cliffs in Bunaken National Park. Then it goes east to the lonely, pelagic-rich waters of Halmahera. On the luxurious Ilike Liveaboard, you’ll see all kinds of marine life, starting with close encounters with rare creatures like the mimic octopus and hairy frogfish. Then you’ll sail to Halmahera’s dramatic volcanic seamounts, which are famous for their exciting shark action and huge schools of barracuda and tuna. This North Sulawesi to Halmahera liveaboard tour is the greatest choice for divers who want a full journey that combines the best of macro and pelagic diving.
The Ilike Liveaboard North Sulawesi to Halmahera trip is special because it goes from sheltered, nutrient-rich straits to the dynamic wide ocean. The itinerary is expertly planned to show off this dramatic change. You can explore Bunaken’s stunning vertical walls, which are covered in giant sponges and home to sea turtles and Napoleon wrasse. Then you can go into Halmahera’s unspoiled wilderness at places like Lembah, where hammerhead sharks and eagle rays patrol the currents. This 9-day liveaboard trip to Indonesia is the right amount of time to really get to know two different ecosystems without having to go on a longer trip. The Ilike Liveaboard 9D8N North Sulawesi to Halmahera trip is the best way to combine muck diving skills with blue-water fun while exploring some of Indonesia’s most beautiful and untouched seascapes.
More About IlikeDives: Approximately 24 dives in total
Experience: Advanced Open Water – 75 minimum logged dives required.
Itinerary Extras: * We require a minimum of 75 logged dives and AOW (or equivalent) certification. If clients have between 50 and 75 logged dives, they can book a private dive guide (subject to availability).
Day 1: Arrive at the ILIKE at Bitung port.
Day 2: Lembeh Straits
Day 3: Bangka Island
Day 4: Tifore Island
Day 5: Tifore Island
Day 6: Goriachi Islands
Day 7: Goriachi Islands
Day 8: Patintie Strait, Saleh Kecil Island
Day 9: Disembark ILIKE in Babang / Labuha
Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Extra Dives, Land Excursions, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.
Required Extras: Park, Port and Fuel Fees (350 EUR per trip).
Optional Extras: Dive Insurance, Travel Insurance, Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Nitrox, Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Snorkel Gear, Laundry / Pressing Services, Massage.
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I have no question that this was one of the best diving excursions I’ve ever taken. The diving spots were great, but the Ilike boat staff made the experience even better. They all worked well together. They had a good system in place, and everyone knew whose equipment belonged to whom. They were all ready for each dive. A big thank you to Cruise Director Eduard for being a good role model for the staff. He knew a lot and changed the schedule to make the most of our dives. In general, it was a pretty unforgettable event. Thanks!
