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Amaya Explorer

Amaya Explorer Itinerary

Crossing Komodo to Alor

9 days / 8 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 9 days / 8 nights
Number of dives 18
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 30 dives
Insurance Required

Highlights

  • One-way trip diving less-known from Labuan Bajo to Alor
  • Trek in search of the world's largest lizard, the Komodo dragon
  • See sites like Castle Rock, Crystal Rock, Cauldron, and Sabolon
  • Search for the rare Rhinopias scorpionfish in the waters of Alor
  • Night dive is included in the schedule
Day 1:
8.00 Guests Check in
10.00 Boat Briefing
12.00 PM Lunch
12.00 PM 1st Dive - ETA Sabolon, Check Dive
7.00 PM Dinner
9.00 PM REST

Day 2:

8.00 Breakfast
10.00 2nd Dive Komodo
12.00 PM Lunch
2.00 PM 3rd Dive, Komodo
3.00 PM Snack Time
4.00 PM 4th Dive Komodo
6.00 PM Night dive
7.00 PM Dinner
9.00 PM REST

Day 3:
7.00 Light Breakfast
8.00 5th Dive
9.00 Breakfast
10.30 visit Rinca island trekking Komodo
12.00 PM Lunch
2.00 PM Sailing to next destination
3.00 PM Snack Time
7.00 PM Dinner
9.00 PM REST

Day 4:
6.00 Light Breakfast
7.00 6th Dive
8.00 Breakfast
10.00 7th Dive
12.00 PM Lunch
2.00 PM Sailing to next destination
7.00 PM Dinner
9.00 PM REST

Day 5:
6.00 Light Breakfast
7.00 8th Dive
8.30 Full Breakfast
10.00 9th Dive
12.00 PM Lunch
2.00 PM 10th Dive (if weather allows)
3.30 PM Sailing to next destination
7.00 PM Dinner
9.00 PM REST

Day 6:
6.00 Light Breakfast
7.00 11th Dive
8.00 Breakfast
10.00 12th Dive
12.00 PM Lunch
2.00 PM 13th Dive
3.30 PM Snack Time
6.00 PM Night dive
7.00 PM Dinner

Day 7:
6.00 Light Breakfast
7.00 14th Dive
8.00 Breakfast
10.00 15th Dive
12.00 PM Lunch
3.00 PM 16th Dive
5.00 PM Free time
7.00 PM Dinner
9.00 PM REST

Day 8:
6.00 Light Breakfast
7.00 17th Dive
8.00 Breakfast
10.00 18th Dive
12.00 PM Lunch
3.00 PM Snack Time
5.00 PM Free time
7.00 PM Dinner
9.00 PM REST

Day 9:
6.00 Breakfast
07.00-10.00 Check Out to Mali Airport/Hotel

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

10:00am

Alor

Alor Island Airport: ARD

    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 
    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-2607020617501-crossing-komodo-to-alor

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