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Sunset at an ocean resort in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia
from $12,294
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Raja Ampat and the Spice Islands

Darwin Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Banda Neira history
  • Snorkel Raja Ampat reefs
  • Visit Kei Islands' white-sand beach
  • Learn about Spice Islands culture
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Darwin / Darwin
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Set sail from Darwin through Indonesia on a 12-day cruise aboard Le Soleal, exploring Banda Neira, Raja Ampat, West Papua, and the Kei Islands. Snorkel coral reefs, hike jungle islands, visit historic spice ports, and swim beneath Kitikiti Waterfall in remote tropical settings.
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Rock formations along the coast of Kimberly
from $8,110
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Crossing Melanesia: Australia To Fiji

Darwin - Lautoka - 18 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Paul Gauguin
  • Explore coral reefs of Milne Bay
  • See WWII historical sites in Alotau
  • Swim in the waters of Espiritu Sant
  • Discover Vanuatu's beaches
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Darwin / Lautoka
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Set sail on this 18-day cruise Crossing Melanesia from Australia to Fiji aboard M/S Paul Gauguin, exploring remote islands and cultures. Highlights include Papua New Guinea, Guadalcanal's WWII history, Solomon Islands for snorkeling, Vanuatu's pristine beaches, and Fiji's vibrant markets and shores.
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Learn about the cultures of Papua New Guinea
from $15,510
No SS
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An Escapade in the Heart of Melanesia

Darwin - Lautoka - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • Travel Darwin To Thursday Island
  • Explore Historic Samarai Island
  • Discover Conflict Group Reefs
  • Browse Port Vila Markets
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Darwin / Lautoka
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Embark on a 17-day South Pacific voyage aboard Le Jacques Cartier. Travel from Darwin to Fiji, visiting Thursday Island, Samarai Island, Alotau, the Conflict Group, Honiara, Champagne Beach, Luganville, Port Vila, and Mystery Island while discovering local cultures, WWII history, coral reefs, lagoons, and vibrant island communities.
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Traditional house of the Sepik people, Papua New Guinea
from $11,250
OBD $300
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Solomon Islands Secrets: cruise from Guadalcanal to the Sepik River

Honiara to Sorong - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Minerva
  • Explore Rabaul Wartime History
  • Experience Sepik River Culture
  • Discover Lake Sentani Heritage
  • Visit Mansinam Historic Landmarks
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Brisbane / Sorong
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Village Visits, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Local Market Visits, Festival Visits
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Sail from Brisbane to Sorong on this 15-day expedition aboard SH Minerva. Visit the Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, and Papua, exploring historic wartime sites, traditional villages, island communities, and marine environments. Experience local cultures, regional history, and remote destinations across the South Pacific and western Pacific.
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Explore the wonder of coral reefs
from $9,755
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Frontier Lands of Papua New Guinea

Cairns to Rabaul - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer
  • Explore Samarai Island and snorkel
  • Visit Dobu hot springs
  • Cruise the Cape Nelson fjords
  • See marine life in Kimbe Bay
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Cairns / Rabaul
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Scuba Diving, Urban Exploration
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Variable
Sail on a 13-day cruise aboard Coral Adventurer from Cairns to Rabaul. Explore Papua New Guinea’s vibrant islands, WWII battlefields, and the Sepik River. Discover traditional markets, fjords, coral reefs, and cultural performances. Swim, snorkel, and dive in pristine waters while learning about local traditions and history.
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Learn about the cultures of Papua New Guinea
from $9,980
Up to 30%
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Papua New Guinea Discoverer

Madang to Cairns - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Explore volcanic Umboi Island
  • Cruise the Pulia River
  • Experience Bolu Bolu village
  • Relax on Boia Boia
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Madang / Cairns
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Set sail on a 13-day cruise aboard Coral Discoverer through Papua New Guinea. Explore volcanic islands, vibrant coral reefs, jungle rivers, and cultural villages. Visit Madang, Tuam, Biangatu, Deboyne, Calvados, Samarai, and more.
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A pair of dragons on Komodo Island
from $10,885
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Indonesia's Forgotten Islands

Darwin to Singapore - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Komodo dragon encounters
  • See Orangutans at Camp Leakey
  • Discover rare birds and wildlife
  • Snorkel at vibrant reefs
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Darwin / Singapore
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Variable
Travel from Darwin to Singapore on a 14-day cruise through Indonesia aboard Heritage Adventurer. Explore remote islands, snorkel coral reefs, encounter Komodo dragons, visit volcanic lakes, experience tribal cultures, and observe wild orangutans in protected rainforests.
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Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Pulau Balbulol and discover vibrant marine life beneath the surface
from $24,300
Up to 40%
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Darwin to Lautoka

24 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud
  • Learn WWII tunnel network
  • Snorkel vibrant coral reefs
  • Visit Garove volcanic caldera
  • Wandre Lautoka’s botanical gardens
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Darwin / Lautoka
Activities
Hiking, Spa Relaxation, Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Embark on a 24-day cruise aboard Silver Cloud, sailing from Darwin to Lautoka. Explore the untouched beauty and cultural richness of Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu. Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters off Ali Island and Kennedy Island, and delve into World War II history in Madang and Rabaul.
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Breathtaking aerial sunset in Komodo National Park in Indonesia
from $11,040
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Voyage to Indonesia – with Smithsonian Journeys

Benoa, Bali - Darwin - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • See the Coral Triangle’s ecosystems
  • Experience Indonesia's culture
  • See Komodo dragons upclose
  • Island hop around Indonesia
  • Discover Triton Bay and Kei Islands
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Benoa / Darwin
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This 12-day cruise from Bali to northern Australia explores the Coral Triangle’s rich biodiversity. Discover Indonesia’s cultural heritage from Sumbawa's villages to the historic Spice Islands. Highlights include Komodo National Park’s Komodo dragons, snorkeling around Flores and Alor, and diving in West Papua’s Triton Bay.
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Beautiful wild coast of Raja Ampat, Indonesia
from $14,375
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Indonesian Explorer: Raja Ampat to Papua New Guinea

Bali - Port Moresby - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Visit Raja Ampat
  • Lookout for the endemic birds
  • Explore Komodo National Park
  • Swim at Triton Bay
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Bali / Cairns
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Variable
Aboard Heritage Adventurer on this 18-day expedition cruise to Indonesia's remote and little-known tropical islands, from Raja Ampat to Papua New Guinea, see whale sharks in Triton Bay, visit Komodo National Park, home to the famed Komodo Dragon, and more.
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Balinese sunset, Indonesia
from $9,610
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Dragons, Reefs, and the Spice Islands – with Smithsonian Journeys

Benoa to Darwin - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • Explore Bali Temples
  • Visit Satonda Lake
  • Spot Saleh Bay whale sharks
  • Snorkel at Triton Bay
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Benoa / Darwin
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Archaeological Site Visits, Rainforest Exploration, Whale Watching
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Variable
Set sail on a 13-day cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier from Bali to Darwin and explore Indonesia’s remote islands, coral-rich waters, and cultural treasures. Encounter whale sharks in Saleh Bay, spot Komodo dragons, snorkel in Triton Bay, visit Banda Neira, and discover traditional communities across the archipelago.
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Terraced rice fields
from $11,520
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Tropical Indonesian Odyssey

Benoa - Darwin - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Spot Komodo dragons on Rinca
  • Discover Alor's moko drums
  • Walk Bali's rice terraces
  • Snorkel at Kei Islands
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Benoa / Darwin
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Join a 13-day expedition cruise from Benoa, Bali to Darwin, Australia aboard Le Soleal. Visit Komodo National Park, Alor, Flores, and West Papua. Encounter wildlife, snorkel vibrant reefs, and explore remote villages shaped by centuries of culture and history.
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