Maumere Cultural Cruises

Discover Indonesia’s remote Spice Islands and Forgotten Islands on a 12-day expedition from Ambon to Labuan Bajo aboard Aqua Blu. Snorkel coral reefs, explore historic forts, meet local communities, and experience the beauty and culture of these rarely visited islands.

Departing from Maumere, this exciting 12-day South Pacific cruise on Katharina visits the remote Banda Islands, where you can wander through the nutmeg plantations before retracing ‘the marine spice route’ north through the Moluccan Islands to the clove plantations of the fabled Sultanate of Ternate.

Start your trip in Bali, flying to Labuan Bajo for a 10-day exploration of Komodo National Park and beyond aboard the Katharina. See Komodo dragons, snorkel with turtles, visit villages, and experience local landscapes and culture.

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.

Experience 12 days aboard Ombak Putih from Maumere to Ambon, sailing through Flores, Alor, Wetar and the Banda Islands. Explore remote villages, snorkel coral reefs, visit volcanic islands, encounter wildlife such as whales and dugongs, and discover the culture of eastern Indonesia.

Embark on a 22-day cruise aboard Aqua Blu through Raja Ampat, West Papua, and the Forgotten Islands, starting in Sorong and sailing to Mioskon, Aljui Bay, Wayag, Penemu, and Banda Neira. Discover vibrant reefs, ancient forts, remote villages, and rich marine life from Pulau Koon to Alor, Maumere, and Labuan Bajo.

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.

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.