Aqua Blu offers highly-limited 12-night Limited Cross-Destination Voyages, opening up the opportunity of exploring multiple destinations in East Indonesia on a single expedition and discovering lesser-explored treasures of the enchanting region.
This 12-night Limited Cross-Destination Cruise also includes one-of-a-kind excursions, including visits to the intriguing Abui tribe of Flores at Alor, journeys to the multicolored Kelimutu volcano crater lakes in Flores, and explorations of the stunning marine environments of southern-central Raja Ampat and Pulau Koon.
Highlights
Discover wildlife to the spectacular waterfall to the center of the island
Prepare for an up-close encounter with friendly whale sharks
Snorkel and dive to the beautiful beaches in Indonesia
Watch as the fisherman casts their nets at a traditional fishing village
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Arrive at Moyo, a remote hilly island supporting a handful of fishing villages. Discover wildlife en route to the spectacular waterfall to the center of the island and snorkel at the shallow Angel Reefs for an unforgettable experience.
Depart early in the morning for Saleh Bay. On arrival, prepare for an up-close encounter with friendly whale sharks while guided by Conservation International Rangers. In the evening, witness a dramatic flight of the fruit bats at Sattonda.
Arrive at the dramatic 1,900-metre tall Sangeang Api, a twin-peaked active volcano on an island inhabited by locals living a subsistence lifestyle. Snorkel off the island's unique black sand beaches or dive at ‘Hot Rocks”, where volcanic gases are ejected from the black sand bed.
Sail to Gili Banta in the afternoon, trek through the rough trails to reach the high ridges or snorkel in the clear waters. End the day on a pristine beach where a cocktail party awaits.
At daybreak, depart eastwards towards the incredibly scenic Batu Moncho, a relatively unexplored habitat for wild Komodo Dragons and bird species. Look out for dolphins and manta rays while snorkeling and diving along the north shoreline of Batu Moncho.
At daybreak, depart southwards towards the incredibly scenic Langkoi Bay. Hike up the massive wedge-shaped island of Tala or dive with magnificent creatures of the oceans at the Manta Alley. For snorkeling options, explore the sunken wreckage of a wooden shipwreck at Lehoksera Bay. Overnight onboard in Lehoksera Bay.
Savor sunrise breakfast onboard as the ship cruise towards Horseshoe Bay, where Komodo Dragons are known to swim near the beach! Snorkeling and diving is a must on Nusa Kode, featuring world-class sites from fantastic shallow critter and coral sites to open sea pinnacles.
Depart early in the morning to Padar Island, arguably the most scenic island in Komodo National Park. This is a great place for snorkeling, diving, trekking, watersports and, of course, photography.
Wake up to the sight of a fisherman casting their nets at a traditional fishing village. Depart Padar Island for a leisurely cruise north-west towards the Gili Lawah islands. Snorkeling is highly recommended to view colorful reefs around Lawa Darat and Lawa Laut.
The Seventeen Islands comprises of several small, low-lying sandy islets. Savor coconuts freshly plucked from the trees by villagers of Riung, a small town on the Flores mainland. Spend a leisurely evening party on amazing deserted beaches of fine white sand.
Coloured lakes inside the three calderas of a long-dormant volcano are on an impressive display at the Kelimutu volcano, an otherworldly series of geologic cauldrons. The twisting road to the summit winds through incredible forests and crisscrosses mountain streams.
Arrive at the island group of Pomana, which includes Pomana Besar, Pomana Kecil and the atoll of Gosong Bone that sits at the top of Maumere Bay. Snorkeling and diving are great all around this island and atoll group, especially around the north-east part of Pomana Kecil and Gosong Bone atoll. Spend the final night on the eastern side of the island's fabulous white sand and blue water with a memorable farewell party.
Day 13: Maumere, Flores | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast onboard in Maumere before disembarking for your outbound flight.
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Category III Suite
Averaging 12-14 square meters. Located on the Main Deck and Lower Deck. Featuring twin beds, en-suite bathroom, and porthole windows.
Category II Suite
Averaging 22-31 square meters. Located on the Bridge Deck, Main Deck and Forecastle Deck. Featuring a King bed or twin beds, oval or porthole windows, lounge area in selected suites, en-suite bathroom, and interior sofas.
Category I Suite
Averaging 25-31 square meters. Located on the Bridge Deck, Forecastle Deck, Main Deck or Lower Deck. Featuring a King bed, large windows, en-suite bathroom, and interior sofas.
Notes
Single Supplement: 25% in addition to the double rate as posted.
Third Person Rates: 20% discount for a third passenger sleeping on the sofa bed.
Children Discounts: Children under age 12 will receive a 20% discount. A child sleeping on the sofa bed as a third passenger in the room will pay $500 per night.
Initial deposit is $1000, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by Bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
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