Indonesia
Lembeh Strait - Halmahera - Raja Ampat
Trip itinerary
Day 1 :
BITUNG
Boarding in our charming Phinisi vessel, named Aurora in Bitung located just in the heart of the Lembeh strait. After picking you up in the airport a refreshing welcome drink will be waiting for you on board. It was time to get to know each other and prepare everything to start the adventure. Check-in 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 :
LEMBEH STRAIT
Time for some start muck diving in Lembeh Strait renowned to be one of the favorite places for this particular kind of diving where find hidden critters around the sandy bottoms will become the ultimate goal of this gorgeous and complete adventure.
Day 3 :
LEMBEH STRAIT
Time for some start muck diving in Lembeh Strait renowned to be one of the favorite places for this particular kind of diving where find hidden critters around the sandy bottoms will become the ultimate goal of this gorgeous and complete adventure.
Day 4 :
TIFORE ISLAND
Tifore Island is a small island between Halmahera and Lembeh with a submerged reef, where there is a very fishy reef with the possibility to encounter schooling of Barracudas, Jackfish, Batfish and Snappers. Cruise overnight to Goraici Islands.
Day 5 :
GORAICI ISLANDS
Located on the west coast of Halmahera. The Goraici Islands have beautiful white sandy beaches with small villages, amazing reefs and pinnacles. Colourful soft coral in the deeper parts and hard coral gardens in the shallows. We will Overnight Cruise overnight to Patintie.
Day 6 :
STRAIT OF PATINTIE
We will spend the next two days in the south of Halmahera. Here, two large pinnacles break the surface and are excellent dive sites due to the amount of schooling fish as well as the healthy state of the soft corals. Strong currents here will dictate when you will dive. Cruise overnight to Pulau Pisang.
Day 7 :
STRAIT OF PATINTIE
We will spend the next two days in the south of Halmahera. Here, two large pinnacles break the surface and are excellent dive sites due to the amount of schooling fish as well as the healthy state of the soft corals. Strong currents here will dictate when you will dive. Cruise overnight to Pulau Pisang.
Day 8 :
PULAU PISANG
These two islands and two small rocks between Misool and Halmahera are the perfect spot to spend the day diving in sloping reefs full of soft and hard coral bommies. When the currents are running, the dive sites can be very fishy, and possible to see dogtooth tunas passing by. Cruise overnight to Misool, Raja Ampat.
Day 9 :
MISOOL
Misool is the southernmost island in Raja Ampat and it is surrounded by several hundred small islands and rocks. Some of the most beautiful soft coral reefs in the world are located here. Many of the dive sites around Misool are just as fishy as the ones in the Dampier Strait, with some schools of barracudas, batfish, snappers, and fusiliers. Not only that, Misool is also a great macro destination. Known as the kingdom of the pygmy seahorse. Cross overnight to Sorong
Day 10 :
MISOOL
Misool is the southernmost island in Raja Ampat and it is surrounded by several hundred small islands and rocks. Some of the most beautiful soft coral reefs in the world are located here. Many of the dive sites around Misool are just as fishy as the ones in the Dampier Strait, with some schools of barracudas, batfish, snappers, and fusiliers. Not only that, Misool is also a great macro destination. Known as the kingdom of the pygmy seahorse. Cross overnight to Sorong
Day 11 :
MISOOL
Misool is the southernmost island in Raja Ampat and it is surrounded by several hundred small islands and rocks. Some of the most beautiful soft coral reefs in the world are located here. Many of the dive sites around Misool are just as fishy as the ones in the Dampier Strait, with some schools of barracudas, batfish, snappers, and fusiliers. Not only that, Misool is also a great macro destination. Known as the kingdom of the pygmy seahorse. Cross overnight to Sorong
Day 12 :
SORONG
Unfortunately is the last day of this incredible adventure and is time to Disembark after a good breakfast and a lot of hugs. Hope to see you again soon! Check-out 12 PM *Route is given as an example and is submitted to weather conditions and can be modified
Trip & Price Details
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey aboard the Aurora Liveaboard and explore the best of Indonesia’s underwater treasures, from the muck-diving wonders of Lembeh Strait to the breathtaking biodiversity of Raja Ampat. These world-renowned destinations offer a perfect blend of unique marine experiences, from macro critters to expansive coral gardens, set against a backdrop of stunning natural beauty.- Dune Aurora Liveaboard
- Bitung - Sorong
- 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 Advanced Open Water Diver (AOWD) 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 (Diabetes, 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.