The Blue Manta Liveaboard 11D10N Raja Ampat to Kaimana trip is an amazing marine safari that takes you to two of Indonesia’s most biodiverse underwater wonderlands. This high-end voyage starts in Raja Ampat, where you’ll dive famous sites like Cape Kri (which has the most fish species in the world) and Manta Sandy. Then you’ll cruise east to Kaimana, where you’ll see its beautiful reefs and distinctive soft coral landscapes at Four Kings and Eagle Rock. On the sumptuous Blue Manta, you may go diving with marine specialists up to four times a day. You’ll see everything from spectacular mantas and wobbegong sharks in Raja Ampat to uncommon walking sharks and colorful coral gardens in Kaimana’s pristine seas. The 11-day trip gives you enough of time to fully explore these unique ecosystems. The spacious en-suite accommodations, excellent meals, and sun deck with panoramic views are perfect for relaxing between dives.
The Blue Manta Liveaboard is perfect for picky divers since it has the best balance of adventure and comfort. It has modern amenities and customized care for only 30 guests. The 11D10N schedule includes special activities like night dives to see uncommon critters and excursions to traditional Papuan villages, which make the trip feel even more real. This trip is the best way to experience West Papua liveaboard diving. You can float through Raja Ampat’s waters full of fish or explore Kaimana’s stunning soft coral formations. There aren’t many departures available, so book soon to make sure you get a position on this amazing trip across Indonesia’s most beautiful marine biodiversity hotspots!
More about Blue MantaDives: Approximately 28 dives in total
Experience: Advanced Open Water – 30 minimum logged dives required.
Day 1. (0-1 dives) 3 pm trip departure day. Our staff will meet you upon your arrival at Sorong Airport or a local hotel and transfer you to the awaiting Blue Manta. Arrivals before midday are best so we can make a check dive at Red Light District (Lampu Merah) just outside Sorong before we get underway by 3 pm for an overnight sail.
Day 2-3. (4 dives x2 days) Sothern Raja Ampat, Misool: Fiabacet & Boo area, Boo Windows & Magic Mountain.
Day 4. (3 dives) Pisang Island. The Dome, T-Bone Reef, Black Cave, & night dive. Sail to Fak Fak.
Day 5. (3 dives) Pulau Panjang Fak Fak – 3 dives.
Day 6. (3-4 dives) Fakfak: Atoll dives & Middle reef. Swimming under Kiti-Kiti waterfall. Sail to the Triton Bay area.
Day 7-9. (4 dives x3 days) Triton Bay area: Little Komodo, Macro Wall, 3 Rocks, Larry’s Heaven, Faukate Manta, Walker’s reef, night dives with ‘walking’ shark.
Day 10. (0-2 dives) More dives around the Triton Bay area or a chance to snorkel with whale sharks where there are fishing platforms called Bagans, off a small village, Namatota Island. Sail to Kaimana, West Papua. Plenty of time to wash & dry equipment, have lunch, and rest & relaxation.
Day 11.(0 dives) 5am-12pm. Check out after light breakfast & farewells, and transfer to the airport. Departure from Port of Kaimana to local hotel or transfer to Kamana Airport (transfer 30-45 mins).
Day 1. (0 dives) 5 pm trip departure day. Our staff will meet you upon your arrival at Kaimana Airport or a local hotel and transfer you to the awaiting Blue Manta at the Port of Kaimana. Note: There is no diving on trip departure day. If all arrive early, then a chance to snorkel with whale sharks.
Day 2-4. (4 dives x3 days) Triton Bay area; Little Komodo, Macro Wall, 3 Rocks, Larry’s Heaven, Faukate Manta, Walker’s reef, night dives with ‘walking’ shark. Plus exploration down the South-East coastline.
Day 5. (0-2 dives) More dives around the Triton Bay area or a chance to snorkel with whale sharks if not done at the beginning of the trip. Sail to Fak Fak.
Day 6. (3 dives) Fakfak; Atoll dives & Middle reef. Swimming under Kiti-Kiti waterfall. Sail to Pisang Island.
Day 7. (3 dives) Pulau Pisang: The Dome, T-Bone Reef, Black Cave, & night dive. Sail to Misool.
Day 8-9. (4 dives x2 days) Southern Raja Ampat, Misool: Fiabacet & Boo area, Boo Windows & Magic Mountain.
Day 10. (2 dives) Misool: Chance to revisit or explore new sights. Sail back to Usahamina pier, Sorong where you spent last night on board. Plenty of time to wash & dry equipment, have lunch, rest & relax, and if need be, an early flight on trip departure day.
Day 11. (0 dives) 5 am-12 pm. Check out after light breakfast, farewells, and transfer to a local hotel or airport. Departure from Sorong to Manado/ Makassar/ Jakarta/ Denpasar.
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).
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The trip was amazing. The personnel is really friendly and is constantly there for you. The boat is very comfortable; it could be the greatest one I’ve been on. The cabins and bathrooms are very big. The room with the camera is nice. You can take care of all your equipment’s needs. Great selection of cuisine. The places to dive are great. The reefs are highly colorful and healthy, and the Mantas’ interactions (bufff) are something you’ll never forget. Score: 11 out of 10
