Emperor Harmoni Itinerary

Cendrawasih Bay (MKW-BIK)

Once on board, there will be a safety briefing, crew introduction, completion and checking of dive paperwork, cabin allocation, and boat orientation. The first dive is a check dive.

Cenderawasih Bay in West Papua, Indonesia, is renowned for its exceptional diving. And while its title as a ‘bay’ might make it sound small – it is anything but. Covering around 4,600 square miles, it is one of the largest bays in Indonesia and contains most of the Teluk Cenderawasih National Park, the largest marine park in Southeast Asia.

It means on this trip you will explore a protected part of the Coral Triangle which offers an incredible diversity of sights – from World War II wrecks to creatures seen nowhere else on the planet – in a remote and abundant paradise. However, the big draw to this itinerary is whaleshark. Drawn to the area by the platforms used by local fishermen, whaleshark have a large (in more ways than one!) presence year-round meaning you will almost certainly get the chance to dive with these mighty creatures.

There is also the potential to see species of marine life endemic to this area. There are gobies, anthias and wrasses (among others) recorded here that have been seen nowhere else on the planet as well as the Cenderawasih epaulette shark – a bamboo shark which is named after its home.

The trip will also take you to Manokwari – home to many Japanese wrecks – as well as Pulau Roon, known for its pristine reefs and macro life, and Pulau Nusir, with its walls and currents. For a varied diving experience in one of the most beautiful parts of the world, Cenderawasih Bay has to be right at the top of your bucket list. 

On the last diving day, 1 dive is available in the morning while observing the rule of no diving within 24 hours of reaching altitude. In the evening, pack up diving equipment and settle any outstanding bills.

Disembark and depart for the airport or hotel.

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