Lotus Malaillo Itinerary
Raja Ampat Central - Misool 12N13 days / 12 nights
About Lotus Malaillo
- Traditional Phinisi craftsmanship with modern features
- Accommodation for 14 guests in spacious cabins
- Experienced dive guides and safety-first practices
- Camera room for underwater photographers
Lotus Malaillo Liveaboard is a luxurious, modern Phinisi offering unforgettable diving adventures across Indonesia, including Komodo, Raja Ampat, Alor, and the Banda Sea. With spacious accommodation, exceptional service, and state-of-the-art diving facilities, Malaillo provides an exceptional experience for scuba divers seeking adventure in style and comfort. Its commitment to safety, sustainability, and guest satisfaction sets it apart, making it the perfect choice for those looking to explore Indonesia’s breathtaking marine biodiversity.
Itinerary details
Length of trip 13 days / 12 nights
Number of dives Up to 43
Experience Open Water - Minimum 30 dives
Insurance Required
Highlights
- Circular itinerary hitting all the very best spots in Central Raja Ampat
- Visit unspoiled hard and soft coral gardens
- Discover the remote Daram Island group
- Witness more stunning underwater landscapes at Fiabacet and Boo
- Discover dramatic underwater landscapes and stunning reefs in Misool
- Explore the macro-laden black sands of Batanta Island
- Cruise Piaynemo’s lagoons and capture that classic Raja Ampat photo
Day 1: Embarkation – Sorong Harbor (SOQ)
Guests embark Malaillo at Sorong harbour before 12PM, and sail to Matan Island for a check dive, followed by a possible night dive, and an overnight cruise towards Daram, Misool area. (1-2 dives)
Day 2: Daram (4 Dives)
Diving at Daram: An amazing place with pinnacle, ridges & reef covered with gorgonian, soft coral & lots of reef fish.
Day 3: Fiabacet (4 Dives)
Three wonderful dives at the Fiabacet area, an underwater world packed with the richest biodiversity, at famous dive sites such as Whale Rock and Nudi Rock, followed by a night dive.
Day 4: Boo (4 Dives)
Diving days around Boo Island and Kanim Island, with amazing fish life including Barracuda, Bigeye Trevally, and occasionally a big school of Mobula rays, were followed by a night dive at Juliet, a rich dive site packed with macro life.
Day 5: Warakaraket (4 Dives)
Three great dives around Warakaraket: The first dive will be on Magic Mountain (high chance for encounter with both Reef Manta and Oceanic Manta), followed by a night dive in the same area.
Day 6: Wayilbatan (4 Dives)
Diving day around Wayilbatan: First dive on The Four Kings (sunken reef with four pinnacles); second dive on Orange Peel (a great dive with ridge and wall covered with orange soft coral); third dive on Wedding Cake (beautiful dive with ridge and wall covered with soft coral); ending with a night dive.
Day 7: Sagof (3 Dives)
Diving around Karang Sagof, Baby Rock, and Two Trees Rock, followed with a relaxing late afternoon session with cocktails as the boat cruising towards Central Raja Ampat, an overnight sail.
Day 8: South Batanta (4 Dives)
A muck diving day at South Batanta, with dive sites located around the beautiful bay packed with Nudibranches, Ghostpipefish, Cuttlefish, Flamboyant cuttlefish, Mimic Octopus and Wunderpus.
Day 9: Penemu / Piaynemo (4 Dives)
Visit and dive around the world-famous Penemu/Piaynemo, including diving at Melisa’s Garden and a trekking session to the Piaymeno viewing point.
Day 10: Gam / Yanggefo (4 Dives)
Diving day at Gam/Yanggefo area, another area packed with fish life and corals; expect schooling Mobula rays encounter from time to time.
Day 11: Kri & Mansuar Island (4 Dives)
Diving day around famous Kri & Mansuar Island, a sightseeing session at Sawandarek Village, followed with a night dive at the same area.
Day 12: Wai & Birie
Heading towards Wai & Birie Island for more underwater exploration, visiting the P-47 WWII plane wreck and chance for and Manta rays sighting, followed by a late afternoon cruise for native Papua’s birds and Hornbills watching and a barbeque dinner. We will be sailing overnight to Sorong Harbour.
Day 13: Disembarkation at Sorong (SOQ)
Guest disembark Malaillo by 10:00 AM at the latest, escorted to Sorong airport or hotels in the city.
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
11:00am
Sorong
Sorong Airport: SOQ
Return
10:00am
Sorong
Sorong Airport: SOQ
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21
Dec
2026
Raja Ampat Central - Misool 12N
13 days / 12 nights
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Up to 43 dives
from $5,880 /guest
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21Dec 26
Raja Ampat Central - Misool 12N
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Feb
2027
Raja Ampat Central - Misool 12N
13 days / 12 nights
•
Up to 43 dives
from $5,880 /guest
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22Feb 27
Raja Ampat Central - Misool 12N
13D / 12N
•
Up to 43 dives
from $5,880 /guest
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