Raja Ampat Banda Neira - DUNE Liveaboard
A breathtaking view of Raja Ampat, Indonesia, featuring turquoise waters, lush green islands, and vibrant coral reefs.

Indonesia

Raja Ampat Banda Neira

Trip itinerary

Day 1 :
SORONG

Our staff will pick up at the airport and bring you to Aurora for immediate boarding. As soon as all the guests are on board, we will lift the anchor and sail to our first destination.

Check-in at 6 AM.
*Free airport pick-up is available from 06:00 am. City center pick-up is available but is subject to confirmation.

Day 2 :
DAMPIER STRAIT
To put the cherry on the cake we will enjoy some of the great dive sites in the area before we head to Sorong.
Day 3 :
DAMPIER STRAIT
To put the cherry on the cake we will enjoy some of the great dive sites in the area before we head to Sorong.
Day 4 :
FAM ISLAND
The Fam Island is the definition of paradise. A combination of stunning landscapes, marvelous coral gardens and an exceptionally rich marine biodiversity.
Day 5 :
MISOOL

So many Islands to visit and so many different dive spots. We will cruise around JILLIET, FIABAJET, WALIB, WAJIL, JEF PELE, MESENTA, BOO etc... The Aurora Crew will assure you as many dives as possible to completely appreciate this wonderful and beautiful area.

Day 6 :
MISOOL

So many Islands to visit and so many different dive spots. We will cruise around JILLIET, FIABAJET, WALIB, WAJIL, JEF PELE, MESENTA, BOO etc... The Aurora Crew will assure you as many dives as possible to completely appreciate this wonderful and beautiful area.

Day 7 :
MISOOL
So many Islands to visit and so many different dive spots. We will cruise around JILLIET, FIABAJET, WALIB, WAJIL, JEF PELE, MESENTA, BOO etc... The Aurora Crew will assure you as many dives as possible to completely appreciate this wonderful and beautiful area.
Day 8 :
KOON

The small island of Koon has a vertical wall and a slope where the current curls, pushing schools of trevallies, batfish and barracuda in. Reef sharks are common, but the stars of the show are the giant groupers, the largest of which reaches a size of 3m! Quite exciting dives!

Day 9 :
BANDA ISLANDS

We will start the day with a land excursion is this beautiful spices paradises and to learn more about its incredible history . After that we will make some dives in the neighbour reefs where the waters are full of fish, reef sharks, tuna. soft corals, leather corals, big eye trevallies and turtles.

Day 10 :
BANDA ISLANDS

We will start the day with a land excursion is this beautiful spices paradises and to learn more about its incredible history . After that we will make some dives in the neighbour reefs where the waters are full of fish, reef sharks, tuna. soft corals, leather corals, big eye trevallies and turtles.

Day 11 :
BANDA ISLANDS

We will start the day in Pulau hatta / Karang hatta: We will dive both sloping reefs and vertical walls. The current attracts many fish: fusiliers, dogtooth tuna, eagle rays, barracudas and sometimes sharks. On the reef, soft corals, leather corals, big eye trevallies and turtles. For after move toward Banda Neira to enjoy a nice sunset dive in its harbour.

Day 12 :
AMBON
After a nice breakfast on board, our Aurora crew will organize, according to your flight schedules, your transfer to the airport of Ambon. Unfortunately our trip will arrive at an end and we have to say goodbye but we hope to see you again on board. Check-out at 12 PM. *Route is given as an example and is submitted to weather conditions and can be modified.

Trip & Price Details

Overview

Embark on a spectacular diving expedition with Dune Liveaboard, as we combine the unparalleled beauty of Raja Ampat with the rich historical charm of Banda Neira. This carefully curated itinerary spans 12 days, promising a seamless blend of luxurious liveaboard accommodations and the best of both underwater worlds.
  • Dune Aurora Liveaboard
  • Sorong - Ambon
  • 18 Max
12 Days 11 Nights
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Price Inclusion

Included in the price

  • Pick up and drop off (before and after the cruise) from the nearest airport to Aurora
  • Accommodation in a double-bed or twin-bed cabin with en-suite bathroom, toilet and AC
  • Meals and all soft drinks on board (excluding beer, spirits, wine, espresso coffee)
  • Minimum 25 dives (including night dives), according to weather conditions and flights schedules
  • 12L Tank, belt, weights and diving guide
  • Nitrox. As a service offered by Dune, Nitrox can’t be subject to any complaint or refund in case of a possible failure or malfunctioning of the compressor
  • Multilingual guides on board (French, English, Indonesian)
  • Land excursions, according to the diving cruise itinerary
  • Wi-Fi Access : Get a 2GB FREE Starlink voucher for full access

Excluded in the price

  • Scuba diving courses
  • Rental diving equipment
  • Dive insurance (mandatory)
  • 15L Tank
  • Extra excursion requested
  • Beer, wine and spirits, Expresso coffee
  • Souvenirs, laundry, use of satellite phone
  • Starlink Wi-Fi Full Access: Starlink is available at 35 USD for 15 GB or 15 USD for 5 GB
  • Tips on board (for crew): 15 USD minimum/person/day - to be paid in cash
  • Balinese Massage USD 30 per hour

Diver's Level

Level 2* CMAS or Open Water Diver (OWD) with a minimum of 50 logged dives is required.

Food

On board, local cuisine, vegetarian, and
international menus will be served. Please let
us know if you have any allergies or any
specific diet (Diabet, Vegetarian, vegan…)

VISA & TRANSFERS

Passengers are greeted at the airport by a DUNE Indonesia representative, holding a “DUNE” sign. The meeting point will generally be just outside the arrival hall after the baggage claim and customs clearance area.