The White Manta Liveaboard 9D8N Ambon & Banda adventure will take you on an immersive voyage through two of the world’s most biodiverse marine habitats. You’ll discover the underwater wonders of Eastern Indonesia. This longer trip starts at Ambon Bay, the world’s muck diving capital. There, you’ll look for unusual creatures like rhinopias, psychedelic frogfish, and the hard-to-find Ambon scorpionfish at famous sites like Laha and Hukurila. The journey goes on to the Banda Islands, which are full of beautiful corals and pelagic action on the high walls of Banda Neira and Hatta Island. While traveling through the beautiful Banda Sea on the elegant White Manta, you can embark on up to four dives a day with skilled guides. You can also relax in spacious cabins, taste gourmet food, and recline on the large sun deck.
The White Manta Liveaboard is the best place to go for both comfort and adventure. It has high-end en-suite accommodations, top-notch diving facilities, and personalized service for a truly unique experience. This 9D8N itinerary has an extra day that lets you explore both areas more fully. For example, you can go on spectacular night dives in Ambon and see more pelagic animals in Banda. Visit ancient colonial sites, take part in marine conservation projects, or just enjoy the beautiful beauty of the island between dives. This one-of-a-kind trip mixes world-class muck diving with stunning reef and wall dives. It’s perfect for underwater photographers and anybody who love marine life. Reserve your spot now for this amazing trip via Indonesia’s famous Spice Islands!
More about White MantaDives: Approximately 22 dives in total
Experience: Advanced Open Water – 50 minimum logged dives required.
Itinerary Extras: Marine Park & Harbour Fee: USD250/pax
Important Notes
At 2 pm, our staff will meet you upon your arrival at Pattimura Airport, Ambon, or a local hotel and transfer you to the awaiting vessel. Arrivals before midday are best so we can make check dive(s) in Ambon Bay before we get underway by 2 pm for overnight sail.
We’ll explore Saparua and Nusa Laut with their pristine coral reefs and then set sail for the Banda Islands.
Diving around Banda Islands with excellent visibility, fantastic coral coverage, and tremendous numbers of fish along with potential Hammerhead sightings, plus a visit to one of the Spice Islands.
Ring of Fire: diving around Volcanic Islands and stunning seamounts in search of hammerheads, encounters many sea snakes, huge schools of fish, reef sharks, tunas, & other pelagic superstars.
We will visit Hukurila Cave & Molana and sail back to Ambon 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.
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 Ujung Pandang (also known as Makassar), Jakarta, or Singapore.
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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This is the best liveaboard I’ve ever been on. The accommodation was very big and had a nice bed. The personnel did everything they could to make our trip fun. The dive locations were amazing, and our guides were really eager to show us all the animals while keeping us safe. I’ve already made plans for my next trip next year.
