Darwin is the largest city in the sparsely populated Northern Territory, with a population of 136,245. It is the smallest and most northerly of the Australian capital cities, and acts as the Top End's regional center.

Enjoy this day offshore, relaxing and taking in the ocean breeze as you sail to Indonesia.

The Kei Islands are blessed with kilometers of stunning, yet almost entirely empty, white-sand beaches where you can enjoy an unforgettable wet landing into the perfect soft sand and spend the day swimming and snorkeling in the pristine waters. Beneath the mostly Christian facade, Kei culture is fascinatingly distinctive. Inhabitants call the islands Nuhu Evav (Evav Islands) or Tanat Evav (Evav Land), but they are known as Kei to the people from neighboring islands. Pulau Bui is in the northwestern part of the archipelago and is an uplifted coral island surrounded by soft sand beaches and coral reef teeming with colorful reef fish. Short zodiac tours are also available for you.

Visit Triton Bay and undertake zodiac voyages through the karst islands. This is one of three regions in Indonesia’s West Papua province Triton Bay, comprising the Bird’s Head Seascape, which is now considered by marine biologists to be the epicenter of the Coral Triangle and which contains more fish and coral species than anywhere else on the planet. Kaimana and Triton Bay were cited for having nesting grounds for green turtles, a population of coastal Bryde’s whales, possible spawning grounds for grouper, and, last but not least, whale sharks. In the afternoon land on one of the remote beaches for a swimming and snorkeling experience.

Arguni is located in Fakfak Regency, part of the West Papua province of Indonesia. The main population center is the small coastal village of Kokas with several hundred inhabitants. The area is most notable for its ancient rock paintings. Take a zodiac voyage in search of them, some of which are believed to be 6,000-7,000 years old. These can be found high in the mountainous terrain or on the side of the limestone islands that dot the bays and coastal areas.

Explore Banda Neira, once the global center for nutmeg trade for more than 4 centuries. Enjoy a wonderful guided walking tour of the city, approximately 3-4 hours in duration, including visits to Fort Nassau, Fort Belgica, Hatta’s House, Dutch Governor’s house, local markets, Christopher Cole’s House, and the VOC church. Walking down the streets is like stepping back in time to when every colonial power of significance was fighting for control of this small island that today has become almost forgotten. It is without doubt the most historically significant and interesting of all the “Spice Islands.”
 
Right next door to Banda Neira is the near perfect conical volcano of Banda Api, quietly steaming away. At the base of the 1988 lava flow is an emerging coral reef. As you snorkel over the crystal clear landscape, be amazed to think that the entire reef is only 26 years old.

Next stop is at Ambon, where you can take an inclusive half-day tour through this georgeous town colonized by the Portuguese in 1526 and originally named Nossa Senhora de Anunciada. It has a number of interesting historical and cultural sites among the remnants of forts built by the Dutch East Indies Company during the heyday of the spice trade. The ruins of the Portuguese fort at Hila are almost entirely hidden beneath the contorted roots of a giant Banyan tree. The ANZAC War Cemetery near Ambon commemorates the Allied soldiers who died in this region during World War II. The museum Siwa Lima has a fine collection of local arts and crafts.

Legendary underwater explorer and conservationist, Jacques Cousteau referred to the Wakatobi Islands as an “Underwater Nirwana”. The Wakatobi Marine Park comprises a total of 1.4 million hectares and is recognized as being one of the most biodiverse marine systems on earth. Spend the day swimming and snorkeling at this unique spot where fringing reefs, atolls, and barrier reefs provide habitat for a myriad of fish species, dolphins, turtles and whales. Located right in the heart of the Coral Triangle, the Wakatobi Islands offer crystal-clear pristine waters containing a rich biodiversity of underwater life, a true paradise for divers.

The Alor Archipelago comprises 20 islands and 17 sub-districts. Among these, only 9 islands are inhabited. The island of Alor itself is inhabited by a number of Flores sub-ethnic groups who still preserve their traditional ways of life. The Takpala still preserve the traditional housing construction that resembles a pyramid, covered with coconut leaves, bamboo-plaited walls, and four main wooden pillars. It is also known as the island of a Thousand Mokos. Moko is a small bronze kettledrum which is believed to have originated from the Dong Son culture of Vietnam. Local legend says that the mokos were discovered buried in the ground, and indeed until today it is still common for these mokos to be similarly uncovered. To observe these unique artifacts, one can visit the Museum of A Thousand Mokos located in the main town of Kalabahi, on Alor Island. The Museum also showcases a collection of distinct Alor hand-woven clothing called Kawate.

Explore Pink Beach, located just a short distance away from Loh Liang and still part of Komodo National Park. This is one of only seven such colored beaches on the planet. The distinct pink hue results from the mixture of calcareous white sand with the eroded deep red skeleton of the organ pipe coral. The fringing coral reef is in very good condition due to the presence of national park staff preventing locals and visitors from damaging this fragile ecosystem. Spend the day swimming and snorkeling in the clear waters where an abundant array of colorful reef fish can be found just a short distance from shore.

Start your day with an early morning walk at Loh Liang, the entry point to the world-renowned Komodo National Park. The national park was established in 1980 to conserve the unique Komodo dragon and its habitat. These prehistoric creatures are among the world's largest reptiles, growing to over 3 meters in length and weighing over 70kg. In 1991 the national park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Komodo National Park has been selected as one of the controversial New 7 Wonders of Nature. Loh Liang provides the opportunuty to walk in the lair of dragons and have a chance of viewing them in their natural environment. It is not just the dragons that make Komodo so unique. It is in the heart of the Wallacea ecoregion and its fauna is characterized by high levels of endemicity as well as species representing Australian and Asiatic faunas.

Arrive at Bali, known for its forested volcanic mountains, iconic rice paddies, beaches, and coral reefs. The island is home to religious sites such as cliff-side Uluwatu Temple. It is also known for its yoga and meditation retreats. The island of Bali is year after year voted by the readers of all major travel magazines as one of the most enchanting travel and holiday destination in the world.