Cheng Ho Itinerary
Crossing Raja Ampat to Ambon12 days / 11 nights
About Cheng Ho
- Outstanding facilities for divers and photographers of all skill levels
- Spacious decks, lounge and dining areas, plus an on-deck jacuzzi
- Spacious, teak interiors with luxurious touches and traditional design
- Three to four dives each day focused on exceptional marine life encounters and beautiful reefs
Cheng Ho liveaboard is a traditionally constructed wooden phinisi, boasting teak interiors, spacious and comfortable cabins, and all the diver-friendly features you’ll ever need. This liveaboard offers a comprehensive selection of exciting itineraries in Komodo, and less-traveled diving destinations such as Maumere, with trips lasting between four and eight days. And, no matter which adventure you choose, you'll have a chance to dive up to four times a day at some of Indonesia's most legendary sites, joined by sharks, reef mantas, and more! Back on deck, you can expect luxurious details and highly personalised service, above and below the waves.
Itinerary details
Highlights
- One-way trip linking Raja Ampat to Ambon, via the Banda Sea
- Search for hammerheads on current-swept dive sites in the Banda Sea
- Explore the Banda Sea's swim-throughs and deep walls
- Land visit to the former capital of the spice trade, Banda Neira
- Dive the world-class muck diving sites of Ambon
- Discover dramatic underwater landscapes and stunning reefs in Misool
- Enjoy Ambon’s world-class muck diving and spot the psychedelic frogfish
- Night dives offered
Check Dive at Matan, 1x Dive.
Day 2 Farondi 3x Dives + Snorkelling to Jellyfish Lake
Dive Site : Farondi Cave, Three Sisters + Snorkeling to Jellyfish Lake
Day 3 Pulau Pele (4x Dives)
Dive site : Kaleidoscope Ridge, Pele’s Playground, Blue Hole
Day 4 Wayilbatan (3x Dives + Trekking to Love Lagoon)
Dive site : Gorgonian Passage, Four King, Barracuda Rock
Day 5: Boo Island + Visit Yiliet Beach (Baby Sharks) (3x Dives)
Dive sites: Boo Window, Boo West, Boo East, Magic Mountain
Day 6 : Pulau Daram (2x Dives) + Crossing to Banda Neira
Dive Site : Andiamo, Candy Store, Living Color
Day 7 : Pulau Koon (3x Dives) + Crossing to Misool
Dive Site : Koon Wall
Day 8 : Pulau Hatta (3x Dives)
Dive site : Tanjung Buton, Karang Hatta
Day 9 : Banda Neira (3x Dives) + Trekking Fort Belgica
Dive site : Lava Flow, Batu Kapal, Pohon Miring + Trekking to Fort Belgica
Day 10 Suanggi (3x Dives)
Dive site : Jackpot
Day 11 : Nusa Laut (4x Dives)
Dive Site : Nusa Laut Jetty, Signal Point, Nusa Laut Wall
Day 12 : Ambon 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
12:00pm
Sorong
Sorong Airport: SOQ
Return
12:00pm
Ambon
Pattimura International Airport: AMQ
Current availability and prices: https://www.zubludiving.com/itineraries/cheng-ho/itn-2502200652551-crossing-raja-ampat-to-ambon