Blue Manta Itinerary

Raja Ampat - Misool (SOQ) 10N

11 days / 10 nights

About Blue Manta

  • One of the largest and most spacious dive vessels in the region
  • Outstanding facilities for personal equipment and camera gear
  • Huge sundecks furnished with luxurious sun loungers and day beds
  • Expertly led dives with a maximum of four guests per guide

Blue Manta offers adventurous and fuss-free voyages to some of the most remote corners of Indonesia, onboard an incredibly spacious and stable vessel designed specifically for liveaboard divers. Guests enjoy oversized cabins, generous sundecks and air-conditioned lounges, and around the clock service from a passionate team. Other luxurious details include a high crew to guest ratio, fine dining, massage services, and onboard camera facilities, plus small dive groups and custom tenders. Whether you’re planning your first liveaboard dive trip or your hundredth, this modern motor yacht won’t let you down.

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Itinerary details

11 days / 10 nights
33
Advanced Open Water - Minimum 30 dives
Required

Highlights

  • Circular itinerary visits the must-see dives sites of Raja Ampat and Misool
  • Explore the remote Daram Island group
  • Discover the vibrant reefs and dramatic underwater landscapes of Misool
  • Cruise through lagoons in Penemu and visit a pearl farm in Aljuy Bay
  • Visit the villages and mangroves of Yangeffo and Arborek islands
  • Night dives included in the itinerary

Day 1: (0-1 dives)
Our staff will meet you upon your arrival to Sorong Airport or local hotel and transfer you to the awaiting Blue 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 3pm for an overnight sail.

Day 2: Daram (4 dives)
Dive around the island of Daram.

Day 3: Misool (4 dives)
Today will be spent in the Wayil area with its beautiful lagoon for boat tours and super dives.

Day 4: Misool (4 dives)
Dive the renowned areas of Fiabacet & Boo.

Day 5: Misool (3 dives)
Diving around the Balubulol and Farondi area plus possible snorkelling in Jellyfish Lake.  Overnight sail to central and north Raja Ampat.

Day 6: Pianemu (4 dives)
Take in the Pianemu area, including the famous dive site of Melissa’s Garden and a stunning View Point hike.

Day 7: Yangeffo & Airborek (3-4 dives)
Explore the Yangeffo and Airborek areas, including mangroves and a visit to a beautiful village.

Day 8: Dampier Strait (4 dives)
Dive Manta Ridge & Dampier Strait.

Day 9: Kri (4 dives)
Explore the Kri area, diving at sites such as Big Fish, Cape Kri, Sardine Run, and an excellent night dive.

Day 10: Misokon Island (2 dives)
Dive the sites of Misokon, including Blue Magic and Yellow Fever. Sail back to Usahamina pier, Sorong where you will spend last night on board. Plenty of time to wash and dry equipment, have lunch, and relax.

Day 11: (0 dives)
Check out after light breakfast and transfer to a local hotel or airport. Departure from Sorong to Manado / Makassar / Jakarta / Denpasar.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.

Transfer details

Departure

03:00pm

Sorong

Sorong Airport: SOQ

Return

12:00pm

Sorong

Sorong Airport: SOQ

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