Through two of Indonesia’s most biodiverse marine areas, the Gaia Love 12D11N Raja Ampat to Ambon adventure presents an unmatched diving experience. From vivid coral reefs and deep drop-offs to black sand slopes and mangroves, divers will experience a range of underwater environments with up to four dives daily, including hypnotic night dives. With over 75% of the world’s coral species found in Raja Ampat, legendary biodiversity guarantees encounters with magnificent manta ray, wobbegong sharks, sea turtles, and large schools of fish. The underwater landscape changes as the trip heads toward Ambon to show a macro paradise full of uncommon species including cuttlefish, pipefish, and seahorses.
Beyond diving, this schedule provides snorkelling, hiking, and cultural encounters via nearby town excursions, therefore providing a well-rounded trip both above and below the sea. Divers looking for the ideal mix of amazing marine life, varied dive locations, and immersive cultural experiences will find the Gaia Love 12D11N Raja Ampat to Ambon cruise ideal. This liveaboard promises an amazing trip over two of Indonesia’s most breathtaking underwater locations, whether one is looking for elusive macro species or explores colourful coral gardens.
More about Gaia LoveDives: Approximately 29 dives in total
Experience: Open Water – 50 minimum logged dives required.
Marine Life: At least 75 percent of all coral species can be found in Raja Ampat, divers can expect a range of topography from soft corals and sea fans, to hard corals, seagrass beds, mangroves, shallow reefs, deep drop-offs, caves, black sand, and white sand. Giant manta rays, sea turtles, sharks, cuttlefish, pipefish, various seahorse species, and massive schools of reef fish are the norm, plus the delightful wobbegong sharks and epaulette sharks inhabit these waters too.
Embark from Sorong. Check dive in the afternoon.
3-4 dives per day, including a night dive where possible.
2 dives will be planned when crossing.
Typical a day on board:
Activities:
Return to the port the evening before disembarkation.
Check out. Transfer to the airport/hotel.
Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Snorkeling Guide, Stand Up Paddleboard, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.
Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge (20 USD per day), National Park Fees (35 USD per day).
Optional Extras: Dive Insurance (40-50 USD per trip), Gratuities, Visas and Fees, Local Flights, Alcoholic Beverages (72,000-480,000 IDR per item), Nitrox (240,000 IDR per day), Nitrox Course, Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses, Laundry / Pressing Services (24,000 IDR per item), WiFi internet, Massage (560,000 IDR per activity).
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Certificate: Open Water
50 minimum logged dives required
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Certificate: Advanced Open Water
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Certificate: Open Water
50 minimum logged dives required
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Certificate: Advanced Open Water
50 minimum logged dives required
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Certificate: Advanced Open Water
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