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 13-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.

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.

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.

Discover Indonesia’s highlights on a 15-day journey from Ende to Alor, combining a 5-day overland and a 10-day sea cruise aboard the Katharina. Experience adventure, culture, and nature with expert guides as you explore Flores’s landscapes and the marine wonders of Komodo and Alor.