With our Sorong to Ambon cruise, a singular tour that deftly combines two amazing areas, set off a really exceptional experience that will be unmatched in richness and wonder. Starting in Ambon, the portal to immaculate underwater worlds, our path first leads to the old Banda Islands, sometimes known as the original Spice Islands. Anticipation for the pelagic action and, with some hope, views of magnificent hammerheads grows as you travel the east coast of Seram.
The Banda Islands offer the backdrop for remarkable interactions with their intriguing locations including Pohon Miring, Batu Kapal, and Banda Neira Jetty. Land visits to Banda Neira, where nutmeg farms, ancient forts, and the Maritime Museum call, will help you to fully appreciate the rich history of the area—a half-day trip that enhances your aquatic adventure.
The trip then moves naturally to the southern and central areas of Raja Ampat, a globally known diving paradise. Explore the captivating depths of the Daram Area, where sights like Andiamo and Candy Store offer exciting underwater settings. Discover the Wayilbatan Area with its Wedding Cake and Four Kings, then the Fiabacet Area with Boo Windows and Nudi Rock. Another element of magic comes from the Pele Area and its energetic locations, like Kaleidoscope and Pele Playground.
Discover the underwater beauties of Gam, Penemu, and Airborek in the center of Raja Ampat. From Cape Kri to Mayhem, every dive location highlights the variety of marine life, from barracudas to mantas, therefore providing a visual feast for every underwater enthusiast.
The memories created in the southern and central areas of Raja Ampat as well as the Banda Islands will remain and call you to return to the depths and investigate even more of the ocean’s riches as your trip ends. This cruise is evidence of the infinite beauty and diversity Indonesia’s underwater environment has to offer until the next journey unfolds under the seas.
More About Emperor HarmoniDives: Approximately 25 dives in total
Experience: Advanced Open Water – 50 minimum logged dives
The Sorong to Ambon cruise is special because it takes in two magnificent regions in one cruise. Beginning in Ambon we head first to the Banda Islands (original Spice Islands) before rounding the east coast of Seram and rejoining the south and central sections of Raja Ampat. The Banda Islands will offer the opportunity for some pelagic action, hopefully, hammerheads too, before diving arguably one of the best dive locations worldwide, South Raja Ampat.
This cruise will take in the Banda Islands plus the Southern and Central sections of Raja Ampat.
Highlights may include but are not limited to the following:
Banda Islands:
Raja Ampat Southern Section – dives including:
Raja Ampat Central Section – dives including:
The Ambon to Sorong cruise is special because it takes in two magnificent regions in one cruise. Beginning in Ambon we head first to the Banda Islands (original Spice Islands) before rounding the east coast of Seram and rejoining the south and central sections of Raja Ampat. The Banda Islands will offer the opportunity for some pelagic action, hopefully, hammerheads too, before diving arguably one of the best dive locations worldwide, South Raja Ampat.
This cruise will take in the Banda Islands plus the Southern and Central sections of Raja Ampat.
Highlights may include, but are not limited to the following:
Banda Islands:
Raja Ampat Southern Section – dives including:
Raja Ampat Central Section – dives including:
INCLUSIONS
Prices are per person sharing a twin/double cabin.
Included: Shared cabin; 9 nights; 8 days diving, 3 meals a day; afternoon snacks; unlimited drinking water, tea, coffee; 1 cocktail party on a local island (weather allowing); total of 2-3 dives per day (including 1 night dive); guide, 12 litre tanks, weights. Free Nitrox. Return airport transfers. Marine Park & Port Fees. Land visit.
EXCLUSIONS
Not included: Flights, diving equipment, 15 litre or other sized tanks, WiFi, alcohol, soft drinks, juices.
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Certificate: Advanced Open Water
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Certificate: Advanced Open Water
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