Jakaré Itinerary

Ambon to Ambon

Day 1: Ambon

Pick up the guests at Ambon Airport early in the morning and then board Jakare at Teluhu. After an introduction to our boat, our crew, safety procedures, and presentation of the itinerary, Jakare will leave for Nusa Laut and stop over at Pulau Mamala for a check dive/snorkeling. After the check dive, Jakare will head east toward Nusa Laut, where we will stay overnight.

Day 2: Nusa Laut

Three dives on a reef, either slope or wall diving. Snorkeling sessions are also amazing there, with healthy reefs full of life. After the dives and snorkeling sessions, Jakare will sail overnight southward, toward Pulau Suanggi.

Day 3: Suanggi 

Suanggi in the early morning. We are planning 3 dives there on slopes and pinnacles and hope to encounter hammerhead sharks. Latest by mid-afternoon, Jakare will sail to Banda Neira to arrive at sunset in this beautiful harbor. Overnight in Banda Neira Harbour.

Day 4: Banda Islands

This group of islands around Banda Neira is famous for its history (famous for being the only place where nutmeg grew) and also for its spectacular and exceptional diving. The three-day stay around Banda Island will be dedicated to visiting historical places (museum and fort) and diving at various exceptional dive sites, including in Banda Neira (lava flow & Batu Kapal), Pulau Hatta (Karang Hata, Tanjung Buton, and the Wall), and Pulau Run. Sea life is abundant there, and the chances of encountering large pelagics are high, including the famous schools of hammerhead sharks, mobula rays, dogtooth tunas, and enormous schools of fusiliers. We will also show you the famous mandarin fish and other small critters in the port of Banda. 

Day 5: Pulau Manuk

Arrive in Manuk early in the morning. The island is located approximately 60 NM south of Pulau Hatta, right in the middle of the Band Sea. We are planning 3 dives there, mainly on pinnacles, and hope to encounter hammerhead sharks and other great pelagic. By late afternoon, Jakare will sail overnight back to Banda Neira to arrive at sunrise. Overnight at Banda Neira or another place depending on the weather (weather permitting, Jakare will stay overnight at Pulau Manuk).

Day 6: Banda Neira

Return to Banda Neira and explore additional dive sites or enjoy again the best of the diving sites around the islands (alternately, more diving will be proposed at Pulau Manuk and Pulau Hatta).

Day 7: Pulau Suanggi

Arriving early at Pulau Suanggi from Banda Neira, we will propose another day exploring this exceptional dive site, allowing more chances to encounter the hammerheads. 2 or 3 dives will be proposed at pinnacles or slopes. Jakare will then leave for Ambon by early evening. Overnight sailing to Ambon.

Day 8: Ambon

After a tasty breakfast, it is time to say goodbye. We will organize your 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.