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Amaya Explorer

Amaya Explorer Itinerary

Komodo Island

6 days / 5 nights

About Amaya Explorer

  • Beautiful 35m phinisi yacht cruising eastern Indonesia
  • Up to 16 guests in eight air-conditioned ensuite cabins
  • Four dive guides, with a 4:1 guest-to-guide ratio
  • Seasonal itineraries in Komodo, Alor, Banda Sea and Raja Ampat

Amaya Explorer is a 35-metre Indonesian phinisi yacht offering small-group and private charter voyages through some of eastern Indonesia’s best-known dive regions, including Komodo, Raja Ampat, the Banda Sea and Alor. Built in Sulawesi and designed with a stunning wooden interior, the yacht combines traditional craftsmanship with air-conditioned cabins, indoor and outdoor dining, a digital lounge for photographers and a well-equipped dive area. With up to 16 guests and a crew of 18, Amaya Explorer is well suited to divers, photographers and groups wanting a comfortable, highly personalised way to explore remote reefs and idyllic island landscapes.

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Itinerary details

Length of trip 6 days / 5 nights
Number of dives 14
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 30 dives
Insurance Required

Highlights

  • Circular itinerary exploring the best sites around Komodo 
  • Meet the mantas of Komodo National Park
  • Visit Padar or Gili Lawa Darat for hiking excursions 
  • Big fish dives at Tatawa Kecil or the infamous “Current City” Batu Bolong 
  • Night dives included
Day 1:
8.00 AM Guests Check in
10.00 AM ETA Sabolon; Check Dive
12.00 PM Lunch
4.00 PM Crossing to Gili Lawa
6.00 PM Night Dive
7.00 PM Dinner
9.00 PM REST

Day 2:
6.00 AM Light Breakfast - 1st Dive (Castle Rock)
8.00 AM Breakfast
10.00 AM 2nd Dive (Crystal Rock)
12.00 PM Lunch
3.00 PM 3rd Dive (Shotgun)
4.00 PM Snack Time
5.00 PM Kayak, Paddling
6.00 PM 4th Dive (Night Dive)
7.00 PM Dinner
9.00 PM REST

Day 3:
6.00 AM Light Breakfast - 1st Dive (Batu Bolong)
8.00 AM Breakfast
10.00 AM 2nd Dive (Karang Makassar)
12.00 PM Lunch
3.00 PM 3rd Dive (Tatawa Kecil)
4.00 PM Snack Time
6.00 PM 4th Dive (Wainilu)
7.00 PM Dinner
9.00 PM REST

Day 4:
6.00 AM Light Breakfast
7.00 AM 1st Dive (3 Sisters)
8.00 AM Breakfast
10.00 AM 2nd Dive (Secret Garden)
12.00 PM Lunch
2.00 PM Trekking Padar Island
4.00 PM Snack Time
5.00 PM Kayak, Paddling
6.00 PM 3rd Dive (Night Dive)
7.00 PM Dinner
9.00 PM REST

Day 5:
5.00 AM Amaya Arrived At South Komodo
6.00 AM Light Breakfast
7.00 AM 1st Dive (Manta Alley)
8.00 AM Breakfast
10.00 AM 2nd Dive (Manta Alley)
12.00 PM Lunch
3.00 PM Snack Time
5.00 PM Kayak, Paddling at Flying Bats
7.00 PM Dinner (BBQ on the Beach)
9.00 PM REST

Day 6:
5.00 AM Cruise Back to Labuan bajo
8.00 AM Breakfast
9.00 AM Chilling Time - Relaxing - Packing
12.00 PM Check Out

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations. 

Transfer details

Departure

10:00am

Labuan Bajo

Labuan Bajo Airport: LBJ

Return

12:00pm

Labuan Bajo

Labuan Bajo Airport: LBJ

    What's included
    • Meals and snacks
    • Water, tea and coffee
    • Towels and toiletries 
    • Tanks and weights
    • Kayaks or SUPS 
    • Night dives
    • Transfers
    • Shore excursions 
    To be paid in advance or onboard
    • Dive and travel insurance        
    • National park fee - US$125 per trip, per person 
    To be booked in advance or paid onboard
    • Single supplement - 50%
    • Alcoholic drinks
    • Gratuities 
    • 15l tanks - US$80 per trip
    • Nitrox - US$8 per tank
    • Equipment rental - US$40 per day
    • Dive computer - US$15 per day
    • Snorkeling gear - US$20 per day
    • Diving course
    • Private guide
    • Internet - US$50 per trip
    Payment policy
    • Cancel more than or 90 days prior to departure - 30% down payment cannot be refunded and will be kept as a deposit
    • Cancel between 89 to 60 days prior to departure - cancellation fees 50% of total the remaining balance will not be refunded
    • Cancel less than 60 days prior to departure - cancellation fee of 100% is charged
    Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
    Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
    Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
    Cancellation policy
    30% deposit - required to secure reservation.
    70% balance - due 90 days prior to departure.
    Bookings received less than 90 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.

Current availability and prices: https://www.zubludiving.com/itineraries/amaya-explorer/itn-2607020556051-komodo-island

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