Embark on an exhilarating diving expedition beginning with a warm welcome at Kaimana Airport or your local hotel, where our attentive staff will escort you to the awaiting Blue Manta at the Port of Kaimana. On the first day, soak in the anticipation of the adventure ahead as you settle into your accommodations, with the option to snorkel with whale sharks if all guests arrive early. Over the next few days, dive into the breathtaking underwater realm of Triton Bay, exploring iconic sites like Little Komodo, Macro Wall, and Larry’s Heaven, alongside exhilarating night dives with ‘walking’ sharks. Traverse the South-East coastline, discovering hidden gems and marveling at the diverse marine life that calls these waters home.
Continue your journey with immersive dives around Fak Fak, where atoll dives and Middle Reef promise unforgettable encounters. Sail to Pulau Pisang, where the underwater wonders of The Dome, T-Bone Reef, and Black Cave await exploration, with the added thrill of a night dive. Transition to Southern Raja Ampat, Misool, for two days of unparalleled diving at Fiabacet, Boo Windows, and Magic Mountain, before concluding with a chance to revisit favorite sites or explore new ones. As the expedition draws to a close, return to Usahamina pier in Sorong, taking advantage of ample time for equipment maintenance, relaxation, and preparation for your onward journey. With memories of incredible dives and extraordinary encounters, bid farewell to your fellow adventurers and embark on your departure from Sorong to your chosen destination, marking the end of an unforgettable diving odyssey.
More about White MantaDives: Approximately 28 dives in total
Experience: Advanced Open Water – 30 minimum logged dives required.
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.
Day 1: (0-1 dives): At 3 pm, the staff will meet you upon your arrival at Sorong Airport or a local hotel and transfer you to the awaiting White 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 each day): Southern Raja Ampat, Misool: Fiabacet & Boo area, Boo Windows & Magic Mountain.
Day 4: (3 dives): Daram Island area: Candy Store, Andy’s Ultimate, Daram Reef. Sail to Pisang Island.
Day 5: (3 dives): Pulau Pisang: The Dome, T-Bone Reef, Black Cave, & night dive. Sail to Fak Fak.
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 each day): 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): From 5 am to 12 pm: 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).
Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Land Excursions, Complimentary Toiletries.
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, Private Dive Guide (150 USD per day), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (220-330 THB), 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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