Embark on a mesmerizing 8-day journey through the Indonesian archipelago, beginning at Benoa Harbour in Bali and concluding with unforgettable dives at Sumbawa and Moyo Islands. This carefully curated itinerary combines the thrill of underwater exploration with encounters with Komodo dragons and diverse marine life.
The adventure kicks off with a sunset cruise to Moyo Island on Day 1, setting the tone for an immersive experience. Day 2 unfolds with three dives at Angel Reef and Satonda Island, showcasing the rich marine biodiversity of the region. As the vessel cruises overnight to Komodo National Park, anticipation builds for the upcoming dives in this renowned underwater paradise.
Days 3 and 4 are dedicated to exploring the northern islands of Komodo NP, with highlights including Gili Lawa Laut, Gili Lawa Darat, Manta Alley, and Horseshoe Bay on Rinca Island. The underwater landscapes are diverse, featuring rare nudibranchs, frogfish, spectacular corals, and encounters with Komodo dragons on the shores.
Day 5 offers a unique opportunity to walk with the Komodo dragons before diving in the Lintah Strait, experiencing the thrill of big fish encounters at Tatawa Besar, Siaba Kecil, and Batu Bolong. The journey continues with dives at Gili Lawa Darat, bidding a fond farewell to Komodo National Park.
On Day 6, the vessel cruises to Gili Banta and Sangeang Volcano, providing a perfect blend of morning dives and exploration of black sand, colorful reefs, and vibrant marine life. Day 7 brings two fantastic dives at Sumbawa and Moyo Islands, offering the chance to encounter ghost pipefish, ribbon eels, turtles, and cuttlefish.
The expedition concludes on Day 8 with a disembarkation at Benoa Harbour, leaving you with cherished memories of an incredible journey that seamlessly blends underwater wonders, wildlife encounters, and the breathtaking landscapes of Indonesia. This itinerary promises an unparalleled adventure for diving enthusiasts seeking a perfect fusion of thrill and tranquility in the heart of the Coral Triangle.
More About Mermaid IIDives: Approximately 20 dives in total
Experience: Open Water – No minimum logged dives required.
Check-in on board between 13:00-15:00 hours at Benoa Harbour in Bali. You’ll set up equipment and you can settle into your cabin, and after we will do a boat and safety briefing, Dinner will be served at 19:00 hours as the vessel cruises into the sunset on her overnight journey to Moyo Island, northwest Sumbawa.
Start your adventure with a great dive in the calm, clear waters of Angel Reef at Moyo Island. Massive elephant ear and barrel sponges, schools of longfin bannerfish and red tooth triggerfish, frogfish, nudibranchs, eels, surgeonfish, snappers and dogtooth tuna. Afterwards, the vessel will cruise for two and a half hours to Satonda Island for a fringing coral reef and a world-class night dive. After a great dive and dinner, she will cruise overnight to Komodo NP.
The boat will enter Komodo National Park. We will spend the day in the northern islands of Komodo NP, Gili Lawa Laut and Gili Lawa Darat. We will cruise to central Komodo for a night dive at Soro Lia or Wainilu in order to do a muck night dive – a great place to spend the night.
We will cruise south of Komodo Island to Manta Alley and Horseshoe Bay on Rinca Island. Spectacular diving awaits at the world-famous site Cannibal Rock – rare nudibranchs, frogfish, spectacular corals, sponges, ascidians, huge black coral bushes, turtles, cuttlefish, and loads of reef fish too Watch dragons on the beach, monkeys, deer, wild pigs along the shore…. Maybe even a chance to see dolphins feeding in the calm bay.
Start your day with an exciting visit to Komodo National Park to walk with the dragons! Then we will do 3 dives in the Lintah Strait looking for some big fish dives at Tatawa Besar, Siaba Kecil or the infamous “Current City” Batu Bolong. Come face to face with reef sharks, turtles, Napoleon wrasse and more. After the night dive at Gili Lawa Darat, it is time to say goodbye to Komodo National Park.
The boat will make its way to Gili Banta for a morning dive and we will start cruising to Sangeang Volcano to spend the rest of the day, black sand, bubbles, colourful reefs and tones of critters will be waiting for you. Overnight we cruise to Sumbawa Island.
You will enjoy two fantastic dives at Sumbawa and Moyo Islands for more chances for ghost pipe fish, ribbon eels, turtles, cuttlefish and more before cruising overnight to Benoa in the south of Bali.
Disembark at Benoa Harbour after breakfast at 8 am.
Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Cabin Towels, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.
Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge (160-320 EUR per trip), National Park Fees (200-275 EUR per trip).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Nitrox, Nitrox Course (175 EUR), Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (75-250 EUR).
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