Eliya Itinerary
Raja Ampat Central7 days / 6 nights
About Eliya
- New phinisi liveaboard operated by Scuba Junkie
Dive Komodo National Park with an experience operator
Comfortable cabins with flexible sleeping configurations
Just 14 guests on board, creating an intimate atmosphere
Eliya liveaboard is a stunning phinisi liveaboard offering superb six-day itineraries throughout the world-renowned dive destination of Komodo National Park. Backed by the knowledge and expertise of Scuba Junkie, this masterfully-crafted vessel is sure to exceed expectations. Discerning divers will appreciate Eliya’s sumptuous social spaces, versatile cabin configurations, and modest guest numbers – all of which create a welcoming atmosphere on board. And, having set sail on its maiden voyage as recently as 2024, guests can expect absolutely everything to be brand new and in immaculate order.
Itinerary details
Highlights
- Circular trip incorporating the best sites in central Raja Ampat
- Dive reefs with exceptional biodiversity in the heart of the Coral Triangle
- Encounter both reef and oceanic manta rays in Raja Ampat
- Take a hike for a stunning view of the surrounding islands from Piaynemo
- Night dives included in the itinerary
At 12:30pm, one of our drivers will collect you from your hotel* and bring you to the harbour in Sorong. Once everybody is onboard, our crew will offer you a welcome drink, and our Cruise Director will orient you to the KLM Eliya and explain how the next week is going to work, as well as ensuring you are fully aware of our safety procedures onboard.
As we will have journeyed overnight, we will wake you up nice and early for your first dive of day 2! Today your adventure truly begins with world-class dive sites that the Raja Ampat National Park has to offer.
- We will wake you each morning around 6.00am, allowing you the option to enjoy some light snacks, tea, and coffee before embarking on your first exhilarating dive of the day. Can you think of a better way to wake up?!
- After Dive 1 you will be welcomed back onboard with a hot, tasty breakfast to enjoy as we travel to our second site of the day.
- Dive 2 will begin late morning. After Dive 2 you will enjoy an extended surface interval, allowing ample time to enjoy a delicious lunch!
- Dive 3 will begin late afternoon, allowing plenty of time to soak up the stunning scenery this area has to offer.
- Your final dive of the day will be a sunset/ night dive. Depending on the location of the site, we will serve dinner either before or after this dive.
No journey to Central Raja Ampat is complete without a hike to see the stunning views of the turquoise blue lagoons below! It takes about 15 minutes to hike the 200 steps to the top, a little bit of a trek, but worth it for the views!
We aim to finish the last dive by 1pm, allowing enough time to off-gas, dry your dive gear, and prepare for any onward travels.
KLM Eliya will return to Sorong harbour. Breakfast will be served as per usual, and all guests will disembark by 10am. We can help to arrange taxis to your hotel in town or to the airport if you have an onward flight.
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
12:30pm
Sorong
Sorong Airport: SOQ
Return
10:00am
Sorong
Sorong Airport: SOQ
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Current availability and prices: https://www.zubludiving.com/itineraries/eliya/itn-2506120604531-raja-ampat-central