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Cachalo

Cachalo Itinerary

Ambon to Raja Ampat

8 days / 7 nights

About Cachalo

  • Itineraries include Raja Ampat, Komodo, Banda Sea and Alor
  • Nitrox, satellite WiFi and laundry service are included
  • 360-degree sundeck with Jacuzzi and open-air relaxation areas
  • Spacious cabins, and deluxe and VVIP cabins have private balconies

Cachalo is a 51m phinisi liveaboard operating across some of Indonesia’s most exciting dive destinations, from the islands of Komodo and Alor, east to the Banda Sea and Raja Ampat. Built from ironwood and teak, the vessel accommodates just 18 guests in nine ocean-view, air-conditioned cabins, with plenty of space to ensure the liveaboard retains a more relaxed setting for longer dive itineraries. Diving is supported by two tenders, and Cachalo offers nitrox, rental equipment and onboard camera facilities, plus itineraries and seasonal crossings that give guests the chance to explore spectacular coral reefs, manta sites, current-swept pinnacles, macro habitats and more. For divers looking to experience Indonesia’s exceptional diving in comfort, Cachalo offers an enticing balance of adventure, atmosphere and refined phinisi charm.

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Itinerary details

Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 22
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 25 dives
Insurance Required

Highlights

  • One-way trip diving from Ambon to Sorong
  • Search for hammerheads on current-swept dive sites in the Banda Sea
  • Explore Pulau Koon, Nusa Laut and Suangi
  • Discover dramatic underwater landscapes and stunning reefs in Misool
  • Chance of seeing barracudas, bigeye trevallies, aggregation of red snappers, pompanos, batfish, and more
  • Dive reefs with exceptional biodiversity in the heart of the Coral Triangle
Day 1 - Ambon / Nusa Laut
Boarding, Check Dive—Nusa Laut, Mandarin City, Start Crossing

Day 2 - Suanggi / Batu Kapal
Suanggi, Suanggi Ridge, Batu Kapal, Land Tour

Day 3 - Hata Area
Hata Barracuda, Hata Utara, Tanjung Buton, Continue Crossing

Day 4 - Hatta / Salamasa
Lighthouse / Lava Flow, Tanjung Salamasa, Hatta Point Tanjung Kanan

Day 5 - Koon
Koon Wall 1, Koon Wall 2, Koon Corner, Crossing

Day 6 - Boo Area
Pulau Warakaket / Eagle Nest, Boo Window, Boo East, Night Dive

Day 7 - Fiabacet Area
Fiabacet Tank Rock, Fiabacet Nudi Rock, Whale Rock / Yilliet, Night Dive

Day 8 - Daram / Sorong Crossing
Daram Andiamo, Daram Candy Store, Crossing to Sorong

Day 9 - Sorong
Disembarkation

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

12:00pm

Ambon

Pattimura International Airport: AMQ

Return

12:00pm

Sorong

Sorong Airport: SOQ

    What's included
    • Meals and snacks
    • Water, tea and coffee
    • Towels and toiletries 
    • Tanks and weights 
    • Night dives
    • Nitrox
    • Transfers
    • Land excursions 
    • Internet 
    To be paid in advance or onboard
    • Dive and travel insurance        
    • National park fee - US$260 per trip, paid in advance      
    • Port clearance and harbour tax        
    • Fuel surcharge - US$20 per day, paid in advance      

    To be booked in advance or paid onboard
    • Single supplement - 75%
    • Alcoholic drinks
    • Soft drinks
    • 15l tanks - US$5 per day, paid on board
    • Equipment rental - US$30 per day, paid on board
    • Diving courses
    • Private guide
    • Laundry service
    • Gratuities 
    Payment policy
    • Cancellation at least 90 days before departure: CACHALO will refund 30% of the deposit
    • Cancellation occurs less than 90 days before departure, CACHALO will not refund the deposit
    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
    • 50% deposit - required to secure reservation.
    • 50% balance - due 90 days prior to departure.
    Bookings received less than 90 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.

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23

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2026

Ambon to Raja Ampat

8 days / 7 nights
•
22 dives
from $3,750 /guest
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Ambon to Raja Ampat

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22 dives
from $3,750 /guest
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