Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Moana Liveaboard as we welcome you to the mesmerizing landscapes of Komodo. Starting with a warm pickup from Labuan Bajo, your journey begins with equipment checks and a check dive at Sebayur Kecil. From the thrilling drifts of Tatawa Besar to the vibrant underwater world of Batu Bolong and the graceful presence of mantas at Manta Point, each day unfolds new wonders. Explore Castle Rock’s underwater pinnacle, Crystal Rock’s enchanting formations, and the channel between Gili Lawa Darat and Gili Lawa Laut known as the Cauldron. Dive into the Golden Passage, Tatawa Kecil, and Siaba Kecil, experiencing diverse marine life amid captivating topography.
Venture to Rinca Island for a trek, encountering the legendary Komodo dragons, the largest lizards on Earth. The journey continues with dives at Wainilu or Tengah Kecil, featuring muck night dives with fascinating critters. As the sun sets near Kalong Island, witness a natural spectacle with flying bats. Concluding your Komodo exploration, we sail back to Labuan Bajo, ensuring a timely check-out for your departure. Moana Liveaboard guarantees not only a fantastic time but also a safe and unforgettable experience, eagerly anticipating the pleasure of welcoming you aboard again!
More About Moana CruisingDives: Approximately 12 dives in total
Experience: Open Water – 25 minimum logged dives.
Welcome to your Moana holiday! We will pick you up from the airport or hotel in Labuan Bajo. After a welcome drink, we will fit and check your equipment. Once all guests are on board we will set course towards the island of Sebayur Kecil. After lunch, we will do our check dive where guests and guides can get used to each other. We are planning a night dive after the sunset. We will stay at Sebayur for the night.
Our first dive of today will be at Tatawa Besar, where you can expect a nice drift. After breakfast, we will head towards the center of the park and visit Batu Bolong, a dramatic formation that extends underwater and is full of marine life. After lunch, we will dive at Manta Point for a close encounter with those gentle giants. The night dive will be at Gila Lawa Darat, where we also stay for the night. If you don’t fancy night dives, then we recommend a nice sunset walk up the hill.
We will wake up early to make our way towards the northernmost part of the National Park. Castle Rock is an underwater pinnacle and is often subject to various currents. This is usually one of the highlights of the trip and we are likely to see some sharks here. Our second dive will be at Crystal Rock, a beautifully covered formation. In the afternoon we will dive into the Cauldron, a channel between the island of Gili Lawa Darat and Gili Lawa Laut. We will stay overnight in North Komodo with a night dive at Gili Lawa Darat.
Another exciting day today as we start today at the Golden Passage, another channel between Komodo and Gili Lawa Darat. After breakfast, we’ll head back south towards the center of the park. We will stop at Tatawa Kecil and Siaba Kecil. Both sides have a beautiful topography and lots of marine life. Expect some currents here as well. After those three dives, we will continue south toward Rinca Island. Our night dive will be at Wainilu, where you can expect some amazing critters during the muck night dive.
In the morning we will visit the ranger station on Rinca Island for a short trek to visit the famous Komodo dragons, the largest lizards on earth. Accompanied by a ranger, we have a chance to get close up with these prehistoric creatures. After breakfast, we are planning 1 or 2 more dives (depending on your flight the next day) at Wainilu or Tengah Kecil. On the way back to Flores we will pass Kalong Island, where a natural spectacle will take place every evening during sunset. A truly impressive event! Surprise!
Depending on your flight back to Bali, we will sail to Labuan Bajo early morning for a planned check-out at 11:00. Of course we will drop you off at the airport (or your hotel in Labuan Bajo). We guarantee you a fantastic time aboard Moana and look forward to welcoming you again!
Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Soft Drinks at Meal Times, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Land Excursions, Snorkel Gear, Snorkeling Guide, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Deck Towels.
Required Extras: National Park Fees (104-140 EUR per trip).
Optional Extras: Dive Insurance, Travel Insurance, Gratuities (30 EUR per day), Alcoholic Beverages, Alcoholic Drinks at Dinner, Wine with Dinner, Extra Dives, Private Dive Guide (150 EUR per day), Rental Gear (225 EUR per trip).
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Certificate: Open Water
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