Known for its rich history, stunning underwater environments, and abundant marine life, the Aurora 10D9N Banda liveaboard trip transports divers on an amazing discovery of the fabled Banda Sea. Deep cliffs, volcanic seamounts, and immaculate coral reefs bursting with schooling fish, hammerhead sharks, and vivid macro life are all perfectly combined on this tour. From distant and unspoiled dive locations to the well-known Banda Islands, historically the center of the world’s spice trade, every moment promises amazing underwater experiences and historical interest.
Guests on the Aurora 10D9N Banda trip will find unique diving conditions with varied habitats and perfect clarity. This trip offers the ideal mix of adventure and leisure whether diving beside great pelagics, finding hidden creatures in colourful coral gardens, or investigating the remains of Banda’s rich maritime past. Divers may totally submerge themselves in one of Indonesia’s most amazing diving sites with professional guides and the luxury of the Aurora liveaboard.
More About Aurora LiveaboardDives: Approximately 24 dives in total
Experience: Advanced Open Water – 50 minimum logged dives.
The Aurora team will welcome you at the airport for immediate boarding. Depending on the arrival time, we might do the check dive around Laha or Tulehu Bay. Laha or Tuleu Bay: the area known for its fabulous muck dives, probably among the best in the world for the macro dive. Only the Lembeh Strait in Indonesia can compete.
As a starter We will enjoy the beautiful coral walls around Nusa Laut, where We can find an extended variety of tropical fish and creatures.
You will now arrive at the northern end of the outer reefs of the Banda Sea: Pulau Suanggi. The waters here are full of fish, reef sharks, tuna, and sometimes hammerhead sharks. As a small bonus for bird lovers, many species can be observed around the island: brown boobies, red-footed boobies, and frigate birds.
Manuk, the ‘Snake Island’, a volcanic island with lower interest on land. It takes its nickname from the large number of sea snakes found there. You will surely see a lot! The drop-offs here are amazing and sharks, mackerels, tunas, and barracudas are often observed.
The breathtaking reefs surrounding this small island make the perfect scenario for enjoying abundant sea life and if we are lucky enough encounter the hammerhead shark schools cruising close to the reefs.
Back to Ambon we will enjoy some wall dives in the outside of the bay to enjoy some more clear water and pelagics passing by around the reefs before we head inside to enjoy the spectacular macro dive sites that this huge bay has to offer.
Back to Ambon we will enjoy some wall dives in the outside of the bay to enjoy some more clear water and pelagics passing by around the reefs before we head inside to enjoy the spectacular macro dive sites that this huge bay has to offer.
Today is all about critters, the dive spots inside of Ambon Bay are heaven for Macro lovers only comparable to Lembeh strait.
Unfortunately our trip will arrive at an end and we have to say goodbye but we hope to see you again on board.
Included: VAT, National Park Fees, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Beach BBQ, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Snorkeling Guide, Stand Up Paddleboard, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.
Required Extras: Gratuities (15 USD per day), Port Fees (200-250 USD per trip).
Optional Extras: Local Flights, Alcoholic Beverages (3-45 USD per item), Nitrox, Nitrox Course (190 USD), Private Dive Guide (65 USD per day), Rental Gear (25 USD per day), Scuba Diving Courses (360-400 USD), Snorkel Gear (10 USD per day), Laundry / Pressing Services.
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Excellente surprise pour une croisiere d’exception.
De l’accueil au débarquement, tout est impeccable. Les plongées se font en toute sécurité, avec une répartition cohérente dès palanquées Les dive masters connaissent très bien les sites.
