Blue Manta 8D7N

It’s time to consider the amazing adventures and memories you have made traversing the breathtaking underwater environments of Raja Ampat and Misool as your exciting 8-day trip on the Blue Manta Liveaboard draws to an end.

From the time you were kindly welcomed on board at Sorong Airport or your local hotel, our committed staff has been working to guarantee your comfort and safety during every dive and trip.

From the vivid coral reefs of Misool’s Wayil region to the amazing views of Pianemu’s Melissa’s Garden, every dive site has given a window into the unmatched beauty and biodiversity of Indonesia’s aquatic life.

Your diving experience has been permanently changed by encounters with magnificent manta ray at Manta Ridge and exciting dives at Kri’s Big Fish and Cape Kri; the calm beauty of Misokon Island’s Blue Magic and Yellow Fever dives offered times of peace and wonder.

Spend some time savoring the memories of the past week’s exploits and the friendships developed along the way as you get ready to board at Usahamina dock in Sorong. Whether your trip of Indonesia’s beauties is ongoing or you are returning home, remember that adventure and discovery will always surround you.

We sincerely thank you for choosing to start this incredible voyage with us on behalf of the whole Blue Manta Liveaboard crew. May your adventures be full of unceasing surprise and discovery till we meet once more under the seas. Travel safely; may the memories of your experience on the Blue Manta Liveaboard Indonesia stay permanently carved in your heart.

Dives: Approximately 22 dives in total

Experience: Open Water – 30 minimum logged dives required.

Day 1: (0-1 dives)
At 3 pm, our staff will meet you upon your arrival at Sorong Airport or a local hotel and transfer you to the awaiting vessel. 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: (4 dives)
Misool; Wayil area with its beautiful lagoon for boat tours and super dives.

Day 3: (3 dives)
Misool; Fiabacet & Boo area. Sail overnight to Central & North Raja Ampat.

Day 4: (4 dives)
Pianemu area; including the famous Melissa’s Garden and stunning View Point hike.

Day 5: (4 dives)
Manta ridge & Dampier Strait.

Day 6: (4 dives)
Kri area; including Big Fish, Cape Kri, Sardine Run, & excellent night dive.

Day 7: (2 dives)
Misokon Island; including Blue Magic & Yellow Fever. Sail back to Usahamina pier, Sorong where you will spend your last night on board. Plenty of time to wash & dry equipment, rest & relaxation, and if necessary, make early flight arrangements for the trip departure day.

Day 8: (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/ Denpasar.