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Emperor Raja Laut

Emperor Raja Laut Itinerary

Raja Ampat and Banda Islands (AMQ - SOQ) 12N

13 days / 12 nights

About Emperor Raja Laut

  • Well-equipped dive deck, two tenders and free nitrox to provide hassle-free diving
  • Luxury, comfort and modern facilities combined with traditional charm
  • Land excursions, kayaking and thrilling water sports on offer
  • Dive Indonesia’s best destinations including Raja Ampat, Komodo, Banda, Flores and Alor

Onboard the world-class Emperor Raja Laut liveaboard you’ll experience sheer walls, deep waters, underwater volcanoes and teeming coral reefs in search of large pelagics, sharks, mantas and more. Back onboard, you’ll relax in gorgeous indoor spaces and breezy outdoor decks after an incredible day of diving and land excursions. And, with a huge dive deck, two tenders and free nitrox on offer, Emperor Raja Laut is the perfect choice for exploring Raja Ampat and Komodo with total ease and comfort.

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Itinerary details

Length of trip 13 days / 12 nights
Number of dives 22
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 50 dives
Insurance Required

Highlights

  • Extensive one-way itinerary venturing from Ambon to Raja Ampat
  • Dive the world-famous ‘muck’ sites of Ambon
  • Seek the elusive psychedelic frogfish, found only in Ambon Bay
  • Visit the pristine coral colonies of Nusa Laut
  • Search for hammerheads on current-swept dive sites in the Banda Sea
  • Explore the Banda Sea's swim-throughs and deep walls
  • Discover the vibrant reefs and dramatic underwater landscapes of Misool
  • Dive the remote Daram Island group
  • Cruise Piaynemo’s lagoons and capture that classic Raja Ampat photo
  • Dive the well-known and action-packed Dampier Strait
  • Land visit to the former capital of the global spice trade, Banda Neira
  • Night dive is included in the schedule
Day 1:
Once on board, there will be a safety briefing, crew introduction, complete and check dive paperwork, cabin allocation, and boat orientation. The first dive is a check dive.

Days 2-11: 
The Ambon to Sorong cruise is special because it takes in two magnificent regions in one cruise. Beginning in Ambon, we head first to the Banda Islands (original Spice Islands) before rounding the east coast of Seram and rejoining the south and central sections of Raja Ampat. The Banda Islands will offer the opportunity for some pelagic action, hopefully hammerheads too, before diving arguably one of the best dive locations worldwide, South Raja Ampat.

This cruise will take in the Banda Islands plus the southern and central sections of Raja Ampat.

- Banda Islands: Pohon Miring, Batu Kapal, Batu Kapal Pinnacle, Banda Neira Jetty and Lava Flow

- Banda Land Visits: On this cruise we visit Banda Neira to see the nutmeg plantation, historic forts, and small maritime museum. A half day excursion

- Raja Ampat Central Section: Gam, Penemu, Arborek, Cape Kri Area

- Raja Ampat Southern Section: Daram, Wayilbatan, Fiabacet, Pelee 

Day 12:
On the last diving day, 2 dives are available in the morning whilst observing the rule of no diving within 24 hours of reaching altitude. We return to port and moor overnight. Evening is time to pack up diving equipment and settle any outstanding bills ready to depart the following morning.

Day 13:
Check-out takes place after breakfast, followed by transfer to the airport. 

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

11:00am

Ambon

Pattimura International Airport: AMQ

Return

12:00pm

Sorong

Sorong Airport: SOQ

Current availability and prices: https://www.zubludiving.com/itineraries/emperor-raja-laut/itn-2010280903401-raja-ampat-and-banda-islands-amq-soq-12n