Last Updated on April 8, 2024 by kuncumi
Last Updated on April 8, 2024 by kuncumi
Embark on an extraordinary journey with MV Mermaid Liveaboards, where each day unfolds a unique chapter in the mesmerizing underwater world of Indonesia. The adventure begins as you check-in on board in Sorong, offering the flexibility to explore the vibrant town before setting sail to the Misool area.
Over the next few days, the Misool region becomes a diver’s paradise, boasting soft corals, enchanting gorgonians, and the elusive pygmy seahorses. Dive into the depths of Sagof Islands, Wagma, Farondi Islands, and other captivating sites, where each dive promises a new revelation. The underwater landscapes are adorned with pinnacles teeming with marine life, and the azure bluewater mangroves provide a captivating backdrop.
As the journey continues to Fiabacet and Farondi Islands, you’ll witness the stunning beauty of the lagoons and encounter the vibrant marine life that calls these waters home. The lure of Mantas beckons in Dampier Strait, offering encounters at their cleaning stations. Macro enthusiasts will be delighted by the plethora of critters, including Pegasus, Pontohi Pygmy Seahorse, and more.
Venture to Batanta Island for exceptional muck diving before heading north to Waigeo Island, where the underwater wonders continue to unfold. Explore Alyui Bay with its fascinating pearl farm and diverse marine ecosystems. Yanggefo Island beckons with its breathtaking mangrove areas and vibrant coral reefs.
In the final leg of the journey, dive into the renowned Strait of Dampier, a haven for schooling fish and breathtaking coral formations. As you bid farewell to the underwater wonders, the crew ensures a seamless return to Sorong, with equipment care and relaxation during the journey.
Your adventure concludes with two dives in the Strait of Dampier, a magnificent encore to an unforgettable dive odyssey. After a hearty breakfast on the ninth day, you bid farewell or eagerly plan your return to the captivating world beneath the waves with MV Mermaid Liveaboards – Asia’s Premier Liveaboard Fleet. Get ready for a series of enchanting itineraries and countless opportunities to explore the depths anew, making each journey a testament to the unrivaled charm of underwater Indonesia.
More About Mermaid IIDives: Approximately 25 dives in total
Experience: Open Water – No minimum logged dives required.
As guest arrivals take place all through the day depending on flights, you are welcome to board when you arrive and spend some time looking around Sorong, gearing up, etc. Following the boat and safety briefing, it’s overnight to the Misool area. It is almost impossible to put together a daily itinerary due to the magnificent diving everywhere we go. No trip is the same with so many different sites to visit and explore. If there is somewhere, in particular, you really have your heart set on please discuss it with the Cruise Director who will do their utmost to get you there – conditions, ship, and your safety allowing!
With literally 100’s of dives around this magnificent area, we will be in a diver’s paradise for a few days. Soft corals, gorgonians – some of the prettiest corals in the world and the kingdom of the pygmy seahorse! Pinnacles with masses of fish. Bluewater mangroves (crocs depending) Islands, we will thoroughly enjoy the Misool area including Sagof Islands, Wagma and Farondi islands; Wailbatan and Warakaret Island, Kaling, Pele Islands.
After the 3rd dive of the day, spend some time going around the lagoons in the dinghy for amazing sights and wildlife. Then, we may head north to Waigeo Island. Perhaps, we will spend the day around Batanta Island, a black sand environment – great muck diving! The Mantas call us to Dampier Strait where they hang out at their cleaning stations. But this place is also fabulous for macro diving with critters such as Pegasus, Pontohi Pygmy Seahorse, pipefish, etc. And two dives at a small island called Arborek, with a lovely village and a jetty great for diving! The jetty pillars are covered in soft corals – a photographer’s delight and also good for macros such as signal gobies, nudibranchs, and more Pohtohi’s, etc. Dive around the island of Kawe, a great place for schooling fish, and beautiful reefs covered in black coral bushes. And dive Alyui Bay (or a full day around Alyui Bay).
In Alyui Bay, there is a pearl farm. We can tour the pearl farm and learn how they harvest the pearls and the whole process of pearl farming. You can even buy pearls. Diving in Alyui Bay is good for macro and wide-angle. Walls covered in soft corals and sea fans with lots of nudies and pygmies. Also, a great night dive in the jetty; Raja Epaulette Shark (walking sharks), wobbegongs, crocodile fish, toadfish, and frogfish. Dive around the island of Yanggefo – beautiful mangrove areas, stunning reefs covered in orange and purple soft corals, and submerged reefs with lots of schooling fish, and pygmies. The Strait of Dampier is also well known for the amount of schooling fish. There are several pinnacles with zillions of fish. Also, the tips (capes) of several islands with again lots of schooling fish; schools of barracudas, schools of bigeye jacks, snappers, zillions of fusiliers and surgeonfish, etc, and lots of wobbegongs.
2 dives in the Strait of Dampier. More of the same. Fish, fish, fish, glorious corals, and all! Then, back to Sorong, we must go. The crew will take care of rinsing and packing your equipment during this 4-5 hour run.
After breakfast, we transfer you ashore to continue your vacation, or it’s time to head home to start planning your next Mermaid Liveaboards cruise! With so many new itineraries and opportunities to choose from, you will be back and back and back for more and most welcome on board Mermaid Liveaboards – Asia’s Premier Liveaboard Fleet!
Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Cabin Towels, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.
Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge (160-320 EUR per trip), National Park Fees (200-275 EUR per trip).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Nitrox, Nitrox Course (175 EUR), Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (75-250 EUR).
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