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Be a MemberThe Blue Manta Liveaboard 11D10N Ambon to Raja Ampat expedition is the best dive trip you’ll ever go on. It combines two of Indonesia’s most beautiful marine habitats into one amazing trip. This high-end trip starts in Ambon Bay, which is known as the “muck diving capital of the world.” There, you’ll see rare creatures like psychedelic frogfish and rhinopias at famous sites like Laha and Hukurila. Then you’ll cruise to Raja Ampat, where you’ll see famous places like Cape Kri and Manta Sandy. On the elegant Blue Manta, you may go on up to four dives a day with skilled guides. You can see everything from Ambon’s amazing macro life to Raja Ampat’s beautiful mantas and colorful coral gardens. The long 11-day duration lets you fully explore these unique underwater worlds. You may relax between dives in spacious en-suite accommodations, have gourmet meals, and recline on the sun deck with views of the whole area.
The Blue Manta Liveaboard is perfect for picky divers. It has the best mix of adventure and luxury, with modern amenities and personalized care for only 30 guests. The 11D10N schedule includes unusual activities like night dives in Ambon’s muck diving paradise and exciting drift dives in Raja Ampat’s currents. These activities are the perfect mix of macro and wide-angle underwater photography. When you’re not diving, you can visit traditional communities, help protect the ocean, or just relax while cruising through Indonesia’s beautiful islands. This trip through the Coral Triangle is one of Indonesia’s best liveaboard experiences. Book now to make sure you get a space on this amazing excursion!
More about Blue MantaDives: Approximately 30 dives in total
Experience: Advanced Open Water – 50 minimum logged dives required.
Important Notes
Day 1: (0-2 dives)
At 2 pm, our staff will meet you upon your arrival at Pattimura Airport, Ambon, or a local hotel and transfer you to the awaiting vessel. Arrivals before midday are best so we can make check dive(s) in Ambon Bay before we get underway by 2 pm for overnight sail.
Day 2-3: (3 dives each day)
Diving around Banda Islands with excellent visibility, fantastic coral coverage, and tremendous numbers of fish along with potential Hammerhead sightings, plus a visit to one of the Spice Islands.
Day 4-6: (3 dives each day)
Ring of Fire; diving around Volcanic Islands and stunning seamounts in search of hammerheads, encounter many sea snakes, huge schools of fish, reef sharks, tunas, & other pelagic superstars.
Day 7: (3 dives)
West Seram, Pulau Koon full days diving. Wide-angle diving with vibrant corals and a profusion of fish life. Sail to Misool.
Day 8-9: (3-4 dives each day)
Misool; Wayil, Fiabacet, & Boo area.
Day 10: (2 dives)
We will visit Misool and sail back to Usahamina pier, Sorong where you will spend your last night on board. Plenty of time to wash & dry equipment, rest & relax, and if necessary, make early flight arrangements for the trip departure day.
Day 11: (0 dives)
From 5 am to 12 pm: Check-out will take place after a light breakfast and farewells. You will then be transferred to a local hotel or the airport. From there, you can catch your pre-booked flight to Manado, Makassar, Jakarta, or Denpasar.
Day 1: (0-1 dives) 3pm. Trip Departure day. Our staff will meet you upon your arrival at Sorong Airport or local hotel and transfer you to theawaitingBlueManta.Arrivals before midday are best so we can make check dive at Red Light District (Lampu Merah) just outside Sorong before we get underway by 3 pm for overnight sail.
Day 2-4: (3-4 dives x3days) Misool; Wayil,Fiabacet & Boo area.Then sail to Koon island.
Day 5: (3dives) West Seram, Pulau Koon full days diving. Wide-angle diving with vibrant corals and a profusion of fish life.
Day 6-8: (3 dives x3 days) Ring of Fire; diving around Volcanic Islands, stunning seamounts in search of hammerheads, encounter many sea snakes, huge schools of fish, reef sharks, tunas,&more.
Day 9: (3 dives) Diving around Banda Islands with excellent visibility, fantastic coral coverage and tremendous numbers of fish along with potential Hammerhead sightings, plus a visit to one of the spice islands.
Day 10: (2 dives) Muck dives in Ambon BayorNusa Laut. Sail back to Ambon where you spend last night on board. Plenty of time to wash & dry equipment, rest & relaxation, and if need be, an early flight on trip departure day.
Day 11: (0 dives) 5am-12pm.Check out after light breakfast &farewells, we transfer to a local hotel or airport. Take your pre-booked flight to Ujung Pandang (aka Makassar), Jakarta or Singapore
Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Land Excursions, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.
Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge (150-200 USD per trip), National Park Fees (200-320 USD per trip).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Nitrox (20 USD per day), Nitrox Course (220 USD), Private Dive Guide (150 USD per day), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (220-330 USD), Snorkel Gear, Laundry / Pressing Services (10 USD per item), WiFi internet (35-50 USD per trip), Massage (35 USD per activity).
Ambon, Banda Island
18 dives
Certificate: Open Water
50 minimum logged dives required
Komodo Island
22 dives
Certificate: Open Water
30 minimum logged dives required
Raja Ampat, Banda Island, Alor
28 dives
Certificate: Open Water
50 minimum logged dives required
Ambon, Banda Island
22 dives
Certificate: Advanced Open Water
50 minimum logged dives required
Raja Ampat, Banda Island, Alor
28 dives
Certificate: Open Water
50 minimum logged dives required
Raja Ampat
26 dives
Certificate: Open Water
30 minimum logged dives required
This is my second trip on Blue Manta. The staff was really friendly and helpful. You always feel like you’re welcome and cared for. The dive guides are fantastic and have a good eye for both big and little marine creatures. The water temperature did get a lot warmer earlier this year, which made it much harder to see hammerheads. However, the spawning was a one-of-a-kind experience.