Jelajahi Laut Itinerary
Lembeh, Gorontalo, Togean, Pulau Dua, and Luwuk12 days / 11 nights
About Jelajahi Laut
- Traditional phinisi vessel offering modern comforts and understated luxury
- Dive some of Indonesia’s most sought dive destinations
- Just 14 guests on board, ensuring highly personalised experiences
- Make the most of new dive rental equipment onboard
Designed by divers, for divers, Jelajahi Laut liveaboard is a brand new luxury liveaboard offering unmissable adventures in some of Indonesia’s most sought after dive destinations. Boasting beautiful wooden interiors, understated social spaces, and a selection of accommodation options - including two top deck sea-view cabins - Jelajahi Laut guarantees a comfortable trip, even in the remotest of waters. And, with a limited number of guests on board, each experience will feel totally personal and every memory will be cherished for years to come.
Itinerary details
Length of trip 12 days / 11 nights
Number of dives 33
Experience Open Water - Minimum 25 dives and Deep Adventure
Insurance Required
Highlights
- Lembeh Strait: An extended stay for in-depth critter hunting and macro photography.
- Gorontalo: Unique wall dives, huge sponges, and the possibility of encountering whale sharks.
- Togian Islands: Pristine coral gardens, WWII wrecks, and diverse marine life in the sheltered Gulf of Tomini.
- Luwuk: The final destination, a gateway to the Banggai Archipelago's remote reefs.
Day 1: Arrival & First Dives in Lembeh
We will organise a taxi to collect you from either Manado Airport (MDC) or your hotel to take you to the meeting point. We then transfer you to Jelajahi Laut. We’ll give you our welcome briefing and a tour around the boat, then you’ll get ready to enjoy your first check dive to get acquainted with the gear and the local conditions, where you’ll enjoy your first check dive in the famous Lembeh Strait.
Possible dive sites: Start with a classic muck dive at a site like Hairball or Jahir to immediately immerse yourself in the world of unique critters like frogfish and flamboyant cuttlefish.
Days 2-3: Lembeh Strait - The Muck Diving Mecca
Dedicate two full days to exploring the diverse muck diving sites of Lembeh. This allows for a comprehensive search for the area's many bizarre and beautiful critters. Possible dive sites:
Dedicate two full days to exploring the diverse muck diving sites of Lembeh. This allows for a comprehensive search for the area's many bizarre and beautiful critters. Possible dive sites:
o Nudi Falls: A sloping reef with a wide variety of nudibranchs.
o Police Pier: An excellent spot for night diving to find snake eels and other nocturnal creatures.
o Tanjung Kusu: Famous for its pipefish and seahorses.
o Mawali Wreck: A Japanese WWII wreck, providing a break from the sand and a habitat for schools of fish.
Days 4-5: Gorontalo - Walls and Whale Sharks
Jelajahi Laut will make her way to the Gorontalo region. This area is famous for its vertical walls and the potential for big animal encounters. Possible dive sites:
o Olimbui Wall: A deep wall covered in giant sponges and schools of fusiliers.
o Whale Shark Spot: Gorontalo is one of the few places where you might encounter resident whale sharks.
Days 6-10: Togian Islands - The Heart of Tomini Bay
We will continue south into the calm, sheltered waters of the Togian Islands. This area offers some of the healthiest reefs in the region. Possible dive sites:
o Una Una: An active volcanic island with massive sponges and huge schools of barracudas at sites like Apollo and Fishomania.
o B24 Bomber Wreck: A well-preserved WWII bomber that rests in shallow water, creating a unique habitat for marine life.
o Batu Gila: A famous seamount known for its high fish activity and a chance to see reef sharks.
o Jellyfish Lake: A topside excursion to a unique, landlocked lake where you can snorkel with thousands of non-stinging jellyfish.
Days 11-12: Luwuk Area & Final Dives
Arrive in the Luwuk region, preparing for the final dives of the trip. The diving here is remote and offers a glimpse into the less-travelled parts of the Banggai Archipelago. Possible dive sites: Explore local reefs and pinnacles around the Luwuk area, with a final farewell dive. The specific sites will depend on the day's conditions, but you can expect a mix of colourful reefs and potential macro life.
Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.
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
08:00am
Bitung
Manado International Airport; MDC
Return
04:00pm
Luwuk
Syukuran Aminuddin Amir Airport: LUW
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