Nataraja Phinisi

Day 1 : Embarking Sorong

Be picked up at your Hotel or Sorong Airport by our dedicated crew and driven to the harbour. After a presentation of the boat and safety briefing, you will sail to Waisai the capital of Raja Ampat where the cruise starts! During this 5 to 6-hour crossing, you might get the chance to see dolphins, mantas and eventually some whales. Enjoy a first check dive along the reefs of Saonek Kecil before relaxing on the pristine beach nearby for a well-deserved sunset after this journey to the last frontiers of Indonesian Archipelago. After a cocktail and a delicious dinner, spend your first night and get ready for the adventure to begin !

Day 2 : Birds of Paradise, Papuan Villages

An early wake up and a short hike would allow you to witness the mating ritual of rare endemic Red Birds of Paradise. After breakfast, get the chance to visit the picturesque Christian village of Arborek. Thirty minutes to walk the entire coastline of the island and witness the peacefulness and hospitality of the local people. The reefs nearby foster an exuberant marine life for a refreshment snorkel or dive bellow the jetty. Later that day, the boat will moor in the middle of the mangroves of Yanggefo where the lush green of the sea trees contrast with the crystal blue water. You can take a kayak to get lost in one of the many little canals they create while listening to the concert of birds surrounding you, from white parrots to the endemic species of hornbill. A dive in the mangrove is also a unique experience to witness the soft coral growth in the roots hosting juvenile species of fish.

Day 3 : Piaynemo

At this Western tip of Central Raja Ampat, discover Keruo Channel and Melissa’s Garden, where you can observe the most impressive shallow coral gardens on the planet. In between dives, you can also enjoy surface activities like kayaking, or walk up to the top of the hill above the Star Lagoon and look down on its hundreds of limestone rocks. Some hidden rock-pools are just waiting for you to float in them – sheer heaven!

Day 4 : The Dampier Strait Village

Visit Sauwandarek Jetty and experience some world-class diving, while probably being watched by some of the local smiling children from the jetty! You will probably meet the giant turtles, Napoleons, barracudas, and many other schooling fish around this coral garden just under the jetty. On the east side of the same Island, you can hike up to an impressive viewpoint, literally dive into the highest measured underwater biodiversity on the planet inhabiting the nearby reefs and finally spend the sunset on one of the sandbanks.

Day 5 : Kalibiru & The Waterfalls

In the early morning, you will sail east to Mayalibit Bay A short speedboat ride will take you through the lush Papuan jungle all the way to ‘ Kali Biru ‘ – a natural spring where you can bathe in crystal freshwater, surrounded by the incredible nature of the bay – well protected by its local and dedicated community. You will therefore enjoy a small waterfall hidden in the jungle with 3 different levels, the perfect and safe place to explore with kids. After this experience, you will spend the rest of the afternoon on the island of Mioskon where it’s not rare to see fruit bats flying at sunset. Later that evening, you will sail back to Sorong to arrive early morning.

Day 6 : Sorong & Farewells

After your last delicious breakfast and bidding farewells, our crew will arrange your transfer to your hotel or airport and your return trip back home, your head filled with unforgettable memories of the trip of a lifetime.

Day 1 : Embarking Sorong

Be picked up at your Hotel or Sorong Airport by our dedicated crew and driven to the harbour. After a safety briefing, you will sail to Waisai the capital of Raja Ampat where the cruise starts!
During this 5 to 6-hour crossing, you might get the chance to see dolphins, mantas and eventually some whales. Enjoy a first check dive along the reefs of Saonek Kecil before relaxing on the pristine beach nearby for a well-deserved sunset after this journey to the last frontiers of Indonesian Archipelago.
After a cocktail and a fine diner, spend your first night and get ready for the adventure to begin !

Day 2 : Birds of Paradise, Papuan Villages

An early wake up and a short hike would allow you to witness the mating ritual of rare endemic Red Birds of Paradise. After breakfast, get the chance to visit the picturesque Christian village of Arborek.
Thirty minutes to walk the entire coastline of the island and witness the peacefulness and hospitality of the local people. The reefs nearby foster an exuberant marine life for a refreshment snorkel or dive bellow the jetty.
Later that day, the boat will moor in the middle of the mangroves of Yanggefo where the lush green of the sea trees contrast with the crystal blue water.
You can take a kayak to get lost in one of the many little canals the create while listening to the concert of birds surrounding you, from white parrots to the endemic species of hornbill.
A dive in the mangrove is also a unique experience to witness the soft coral growth in the roots hosting juvenile species of fish.

Day 3 : Yanggefo

Continue your adventure with a day at Yanggefo and take the kayak out to the Mangroves for a change of scenery. The contrast of the lush green mangrove forest and the clear waters is breathtaking.
This area is home to as many birds as fish. Colorful coral grows within the roots of the trees making snorkeling and diving in Citrus and Mangrove Ridge a unique experience.
Enjoy fantastic bird watching against the backdrop of another brilliant Raja Ampat sunset!

Day 4 : West Waigeo

Before a first thrilling dive at one of the fishiest seamounts nearby the mangroves, your yacht will sail through the necklaces of uninhabited rocky islands west of Waigeo where there are great possibilities for diving or visiting the local lobster farms.
You’ll spend the rest of the day at Wofoh islands for either a dive through one of the most magnificent coral gardens of the Marine Park or a last fishing session at sunset when predators such as Giant Trevally or Groupers go out for their own personal hunt.

Day 5 : Wayag

On the way to the Wayag Islands, we cross the Equator to the Northern hemisphere to reach the last paradise on earth, a large bay with hundreds of mushroom-like islets, white sandy beaches, black tip reef sharks and manta rays cruising in the turquoise-blue water.
There you will live the once in a lifetime experience of swimming with the local population of black tip sharks in 60cm shallow water.
Later in the afternoon, you will get to climb Mount Pindito for a superb viewpoint, or just glide effortlessly above lush coral garters where baby sharks and mantas find shelter.
Get your kayak and explore this labyrinth, a true wonder of nature.

Day 6 : Wayag & Kawe

will eventually leave Wayag paradise to the south of Kawe for some of the most impressive action-packed dives of the Marine Park in Eagle Rock or Black Rock. You’ll spend the rest of the day at Wofoh islands for either a dive or snorkelling through one of the most magnificent coral gardens of the Marine Park where predators such as Giant Trevally or Groupers go out for their own personal hunt feeding on the silversides.
At sunset, you may relax on the upper deck or take a kayak for a beach session on one of the deserted island around.

Day 7 : Piaynemo

At this Western tip of Central Raja Ampat, discover Keruo Channel and Melissa’s Garden, where you can observe the most impressive shallow coral gardens on the planet.
In between dives, you can also enjoy surface activities like kayaking, or walk up to the top of the hill above the Star Lagoon and look down on its hundreds of limestone rocks.
Some hidden rock-pools are just waiting for you to float in them – sheer heaven!

Day 8 : Batanta

On the way to one of the ‘ Four Kings ‘, the underrated and less known island of Batanta, you can dive in one of our secret spot to sight Manta Rays at only 4 meters deep.
Depending on the tides, the crew will select the best spot for a diving session later that day where it’s not rare to encounter schools of Spanish Mackerels in the blue away from the reef.
At sunset, you may take a dive to see the mating rituals of the mandarin fish at 4 meters deep and later, observe dozens of hornbills flying to the mangroves from the upper deck seeking shelter for the night.

Day 9 : The Dampier Strait

Visit Sauwandarek Jetty and experience some world-class diving, while probably being watched by some of the local smiling children from the jetty!
You will probably meet the giant turtles, Napoleons, barracudas, and many other schooling fish around this coral garden just under the jetty.
On the east side of the same Island, you can hike up to an impressive viewpoint, literally dive into the highest measured underwater biodiversity on the planet inhabiting the nearby reefs and finally spend the sunset on one of the sandbanks.

Day 10 : Kalibiru & The Waterfalls

In the early morning, you will sail east to Mayalibit Bay A short speedboat ride will take you through the lush Papuan jungle all the way to ‘ Kali Biru ‘ – a natural spring where you can bathe in crystal
freshwater, surrounded by the incredible nature of the bay – well protected by its local and dedicated community. You will therefore enjoy a small waterfall hidden in the jungle with 3 different levels, the perfect and safe place to explore with kids.
After this experience, you will spend the rest of the afternoon on the island of Mioskon where it’s not rare to see fruit bats flying at sunset.
Later that evening, you will sail back to Sorong to arrive early morning.

Day 11 : Sorong & Farewells

After your last delicious breakfast and bidding farewells, our crew will arrange your transfer to your hotel or airport and your return trip back home, your head filled with unforgettable memories of the trip of a lifetime.

Day 1 : Embarking Sorong

Be picked up at your hotel or Sorong Airport and settle into your yacht that you will be calling home for the next few days. We will begin our cruise south towards one of the most preserved part of Raja Ampat,
Misool, where the marine biodiversity is uncommon with some of the highest concentrations in the world.

Day 2 : Daram Islands

The Daram Islands are the easternmost island group in the Misool area.
Thanks to a strict no-fishing policy, you will be able to see some of the most impressive sea fan forests and soft corals known to the world.
With easy snorkeling and diving, sites such as Andiamo or Candy Store are truly psychedelic underwater wonderlands where barracudas gliding above the pygmy seahorses are a common sight.

Day 3 : South-East Misool

Swim round the famous dive sites of Fiabacet with some of the highest concentrations of biodiversity in the world, a true story of successful conservation, thanks to the talented and friendly local park rangers who are happy to meet you on the white sandy beaches of Yillet Island.
At high tide, you may encounter the local population of juvenile black tip sharks.
South East Misool is one of these extremely rare places where dreams and reality merge, with scenery as lush and dramatic above the water as below.

Day 4 : Wayil & Surroundings

Feel the love around you after climbing to get a bird’s eye view of the famous heart-shaped blue lagoon encircled by the vibrant coral reefs. After this excursion you will have the opportunity to take a speed boat tour, your snorkel or your kayak to get lost in the maze of rocks and channels of Wayil Islands.
Here lie some of the most iconic and lush dive sites of Raja Ampat: Wedding Cake, Four Kings or Neptune’s Fantasea. End your day with your flashlight on to explore the dark side of the reef: night dive or snorkeling session!

Day 5 : Balbulol & Farondi

Misool North Eastern line of islands is a natural labyrinth made of cone-shaped rocks, sheer cliffs and hidden pools. At the right time of year, you may enjoy a truly exhilarating experience by swimming in one of the inner lagoons that hosts up to thousands of stingless jellyfish, offering fantastic photo opportunities for undersea photo lovers.
You will also be able to explore the above and underwater caves of the area where nudibranchs, rare mollusks and crustaceans crawl on the rich soft coral cover. In the afternoon, your dedicated crew will arrange a tour in one of the numerous labyrinthic limestone caves of Misool area, antiquely hosting local rituals.

Day 6 : Piaynemo

At this Western tip of Central Raja Ampat, discover Keruo Channel and Melissa’s Garden, where you can observe the most impressive shallow coral gardens on the planet.
In between dives, you can also enjoy surface activities like kayaking, or walk up to the top of the hill above the Star Lagoon and look down on its hundreds of limestone rocks.
Some hidden rock-pools are just waiting for you to float in them – sheer heaven!

Day 7 : North Batanta

The northern shores of Batanta are full of small seamounts with exceptional diving, some with busy Manta rays cleaning stations, others with large colonies of Bumphead parrotfish.
Just a few miles away, witness history in the form of a well barnacled WW2 japanese aircraft which plunged in 30mt of water 75 years ago.
Relax on the deck at sunset as you sail to Central Raja Ampat and the Dampier Strait.

Day 8 : The Dampier Strait

Wake up and visit Arborek a pretty Papuan village and experience some world-class snorkeling under their jetty, while probably being watched by some of the local smiling children! You will then have the opportunity to swim and relax on a white sand bank, the perfect spot for a souvenir photo shoot !
During the afternoon, you will enjoy Manta Sandy cleaning station and then head to Sawandarek Jetty, another spectacular snorkeling site in the area. Schools of snappers, sweetlips, jacks, barracudas, bumphead can often be seen just under the jetty!

Day 9 : Cape Kri & Birds of Paradise

An early wake up and a short hike would allow you to witness the mating ritual of rare endemic Red Birds of Paradise. After breakfast, you will snorkel or dive at Cape Kri, surrounded by turtles, sharks, parrotfishes and many more. Heading back South, you will relax on the upper deck as you head toward Pulau Wai. There, you will have the chance to dive a WW2 plane wreck or glide with the resident Manta Rays.
For the adventure seekers, we propose a short boat ride and hike to a local waterfall hidden in the jungle, before your last dinner under the stars.

Day 10 : Kalibiru & The Waterfalls

In the early morning, you will sail east to Mayalibit Bay A short speedboat ride will take you through the lush Papuan jungle all the way to ‘ Kali Biru ‘ – a natural spring where you can bathe in crystal freshwater, surrounded by the incredible nature of the bay – well protected by its local and dedicated community. You will therefore enjoy a small waterfall hidden in the jungle with 3 different levels, the perfect and safe place to explore with kids.
After this experience, you will spend the rest of the afternoon on the island of Mioskon where it’s not rare to see fruit bats flying at sunset.
Later that evening, you will sail back to Sorong to arrive early morning.

Day 11 : Sorong & Farewells

After your last delicious breakfast and bidding farewells, our crew will arrange your transfer to your hotel or airport and your return trip back home, your head filled with unforgettable memories of the trip of a lifetime.

Day 1 : Embarking Sorong

Be picked up at your hotel or Sorong Airport and settle into your yacht that you will be calling home for the next few days. We will begin our cruise south towards one of the most preserved part of Raja Ampat, Misool, where the marine biodiversity is uncommon with some of the highest concentrations in the world.

Day 2 : South-East Misool

Swim round the famous dive sites of Fiabacet with some of the highest concentrations of biodiversity in the world, a true story of successful conservation, thanks to the talented and friendly local park rangers who are happy to meet you on the white sandy beaches of Yillet Island. At high tide, you may encounter the local population of juvenile black tip sharks. South East Misool is one of these extremely rare places where dreams and reality merge, with scenery as lush and dramatic above the water as below.

Day 3 : Misool East

This morning, the yacht will reach the southeast end of Misool, where you’ll spend the next few days, waking up to shimmering pastel sunrises with decadent breakfasts on deck. The no-take zone in Misool has reinvigorated the areas ecosystems, local communities, and interest for researchers. The depth of public engagement, education and advocacy is the theory behind the successful story of this area. It is as of today the only place in the world where the sharks population have increased by 250 % for the last 5 years. There, you will take few dives in the middle of the sea to maybe be a lucky spectator to the amazing ballet of Giant Mantas or swim through a myriad of fish and corals in some of the isolated islands of the Area. Napoleon wrasses, schools of jackfish, fusiliers, batfish, snappers, oceanic triggerfish are patrolling the reefs in search of the best spot while the corals and sponges compete for space in an explosion of colours.

Day 4 : Wayil & Surroundings

Feel the love around you after climbing to get a bird’s eye view of the famous heart-shaped blue lagoon encircled by the vibrant coral reefs. After this excursion you will have the opportunity to take a speed boat tour, your snorkel or your kayak to get lost in the maze of rocks and channels of Wayil Islands. Here lie some of the most iconic and lush dive sites of Raja Ampat: Wedding Cake, Four Kings or Neptune’s Fantasea. End your day with your flashlight on to explore the dark side of the reef: night dive or snorkeling session!

Day 5-8 : Piaynemo

At this Western tip of Central Raja Ampat, discover Keruo Channel and Melissa’s Garden, where you can observe the most impressive shallow coral gardens on the planet. In between dives, you can also enjoy surface activities like kayaking, or walk up to the top of the hill above the Star Lagoon and look down on its hundreds of limestone rocks.
Some hidden rock-pools are just waiting for you to float in them – sheer heaven!

Day 9 : Kawe & Pearl Farm

The yacht will eventually leave Wayag paradise to the south of Kawe for some of the most impressive action-packed dives of the Marine Park in Eagle Rock or Black Rock. The afternoon will be spent in Aljuy Bay where you can learn everything about pearl farming, from seeding to harvest. The Aljuy Bay waters are also perfect for seeing rare sea creatures and wonderfully rich night dives.

Day 10 : Yanggefo

Continue your adventure with a day at Yanggefo and take the kayak out to the Mangroves for a change of scenery. The contrast of the lush green mangrove forest and the clear waters is breathtaking. This area is home to as many birds as fish. Colorful coral grows within the roots of the trees making snorkeling and diving in Citrus and Mangrove Ridge a unique experience. Enjoy fantastic bird watching against the backdrop of another brilliant Raja Ampat sunset!

Day 11-12 : The Dampier Strait

Visit Sauwandarek Jetty and experience some world-class diving, while probably being watched by some of the local smiling children from the jetty! You will probably meet the giant turtles, Napoleons, barracudas, and many other schooling fish around this coral garden just under the jetty. On the east side of the same Island, you can hike up to an impressive viewpoint, literally dive into the highest measured underwater biodiversity on the planet inhabiting the nearby reefs and finally spend the sunset on one of the sandbanks.

Day 13 : Cape Kri & Birds of Paradise

An early wake up and a short hike would allow you to witness the mating ritual of rare endemic Red Birds of Paradise. After breakfast, you will snorkel or dive at Cape Kri, surrounded by turtles, sharks, parrotfishes and many more. Heading back South, you will relax on the upper deck as you head toward Pulau Wai. There, you will have the chance to dive a WW2 plane wreck or glide with the resident Manta Rays. For the adventure seekers, we propose a short boat ride and hike to a local waterfall hidden in the jungle, before your last dinner under the stars.

Day 14 : Kalibiru

In the early morning, you will sail east to Mayalibit Bay A short speedboat ride will take you through the lush Papuan jungle all the way to ‘ Kali Biru ‘ – a natural spring where you can bathe in crystal freshwater, surrounded by the incredible nature of the bay – well protected by its local and dedicated community. You will therefore enjoy a small waterfall hidden in the jungle with 3 different levels, the perfect and safe place to explore with kids. After this experience, you will spend the rest of the afternoon on the island of Mioskon where it’s not rare to see fruit bats flying at sunset.
Later that evening, you will sail back to Sorong to arrive early morning.

Day 15 : Sorong & Farewells

After your last delicious breakfast and bidding farewells, our crew will arrange your transfer to your hotel or airport and your return trip back home, your head filled with unforgettable memories of the trip of a lifetime.