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Aqua Blu, Limited Repositioning Cruise ex Ambon to Sorong Harbour

12 Night cruise departing from Ambon to Sorong Harbour onboard Aqua Blu.

Departs
Saturday, 7th December 2024
Ship
Aqua Blu
Aqua Expeditions
Pricing is From and Per Person
Cabin Twin Triple Quad Single
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12 Night cruise departing from Ambon to Sorong Harbour onboard Aqua Blu.

Day 1 Indonesia Ambon
Arrive to a warm welcome in Ambon and board Aqua Blu at Laha Bay, a famous muck diving site. There are also opportunities for trekking and birdwatching inland.

Day 2 INDONESIA Saparua
Early morning, depart for the island outpost of Saparua, sailing along the scenic north coast of Ambon. Disembark en route at the coastal town of Hila to explore the old Dutch fortification, Fort Amsterdam. Continue onto Sarapua, where a host of water activities await, or discover local pottery-making at Ouw village, visit a local market, see European relics or explore bird habitats.

Day 3 INDONESIA Banda Islands & Banda Neira
Approach the Banda Islands as the sun rises, greeted by Kora-Kora war canoes as the boat enters the harbor. Stroll through history at the Dutch Fort Belgica on Banda Neira, once the most hotly contested island in the world in the 16th and 17th century, and learn about the colorful story of the Old World spice trade.

Day 4 INDONESIA Pulau Koon & Pulau Gorong
Snorkel, swim, kayak and spear-fish in the numerous blue pools and over the sparkling coral reefs on the Koon Island, also known as the Marine Superhighway because of its location along a migratory route. Kayak into the narrow waterway entrance in Manawoka of Gorong island to view shallow reefs and deep dropoffs. Set sail to Misool after dinner.

Day 5 INDONESIA Misool
The mignificient land and seascape of Misool are said to own some of the finest reefs on the planet. Take a easy trek on small sandy coves and land-locked lakes. Snorkel, swim, kayak and spear-fish in the numerous blue pools over the sparkling coral reefs.

Day 6 INDONESIA Wayil
Explore Wayil's secret lagoons and limestone peaks on Aqua Blu's fleet of tenders, and discover your very own snorkeling/swimming spot or beach. Relax on the tranquil beaches with sunset cocktails.

Day 7 INDONESIA One Thousand Temples
Arrival at One Thousand Temples group after breakfast. Explore cave systems, mysterious moon jellyfish lakes and embark on unforgettable tender trips through karst island seascapes with the opportunity to discover ancient rock art.

Venture into the inner sanctum of Tomolol Cave, Misool’s famed subterranean experience featuring a river-sized waterway that flows through its massive interior.

Day 8 INDONESIA Penemu Islands
Explore the mesmerizing terrains and lagoons of the Penumu Islands on a tender. Snorkel at Batu Burung (Melissa’s Garden) before ending the day at a pristine beach where a cocktail party awaits. Dinner onboard while cruising towards Arborek.

Day 9 INDONESIA Wayag
Watch the magnificence of Pulau Wayag’s limestone islets and lagoons unveil before your eyes as the sun rises. Climb to the top of Mount Pindito for a bird’s eye view of the stunning surroundings and attempt to spot rare birds of paradise before making the lagoons and reefs your home for the day.

Day 10 INDONESIA Aljui Bay & Pulau Pef
Visit a pearl farm in Aljui Bay before cruising to Pulau Pef and Yangello for snorkeling and watersports in the afternoon. Explore hidden lagoons and karst limestone islets aboard our tenders or kayaks. Arrive at Dayang Island for dinner.

Day 11 INDONESIA Dayang Island
Embark on a morning trek with our guides to look for birds of paradise in the lush forest. Dayang island is known for plenty of marine life, especially manta rays. Snorkeling is excellent at Wai along the bordering reef systems. For adventurous divers, explore the sunken wreckage of a WW2 P47D fighter plane and the beautiful reefs and sea-mounts of Tapok.

Day 12 INDONESIA Birie Island
Arrival in Birie, a group of islands, bays and lagoons that lie just off the coast of north Batanta. Discover mangrove-fringed bays and plenty of wildlife en route to the spectacular waterfall in Batanta mainland. Ship will cruise eastwards towards Sorong during dinner.

Day 13 INDONESIA Sorong Harbour
Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast onboard in Sorong before your outbound flight.

Cruise Itinerary
Date Activity Arrive Depart
07/12/24 Ambon Island, Indonesia
08/12/24 Saparua, Indonesia
09/12/24 Banda Neira, Indonesia
10/12/24 Pulau Koon, Indonesia
10/12/24 Pulau Gorong
11/12/24 Misool Archipelago, Indonesia
12/12/24 Wayil, Indonesia
13/12/24 Thousand Islands, Indonesia
14/12/24 Pulau Penemu, Raja Ampat
15/12/24 Wayag Island, Indonesia
16/12/24 Aljui Bay, Indonesia
16/12/24 Pulau Pef, Indonesia
17/12/24 Dayang Island, Indonesia
18/12/24 Birie Island, Indonesia
19/12/24 Sorong, Papua New Guinea
Itinerary may vary by sailing date and itineraries may be changed at the cruise lines discretion. Please check itinerary details at time of booking and before booking other travel services such as airline tickets.

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