M/Y Blue Pearl Itinerary
Raja Ampat Special (Sorong-Triton Bay-Kaimana)11 days / 10 nights
About M/Y Blue Pearl
- Brand-new 48m liveaboard in Indonesia launched in 2026
- Just 20 guests in a Master Suite and nine sea-view cabins
- Up to four dives a day on selected itineraries, including night dives
- Dedicated camera facilities make life easier for underwater photographers
Blue Pearl is a brand-new 48m liveaboard designed and build for exploring some of Indonesia’s most exciting dive destinations. With just 20 guests in ten sea-view cabins, the vessel feels spacious without losing the sociable atmosphere that makes liveaboard trips so enjoyable. Between dives, guests can stretch out on large outdoor decks, relax in the whirlpool, visit the spa room or settle in with a drink at one of the bars. Three tenders support the diving, while itineraries range from Raja Ampat and Komodo to the Banda Sea, Alor and longer crossings between remote islands. It’s a particularly appealing choice for divers who enjoy adventurous itineraries onboard a modern liveaboard, but still appreciate luxury and plenty of room to relax.
Itinerary details
Length of trip 11 days / 10 nights
Number of dives 30
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 50 dives
Insurance Required
Highlights
- One-way trip incorporating Raja Ampat and Triton Bay
- Spend three days exploring the spectacular southern Raja Ampat
- Visit Penemu and its famous viewpoint
- Swim with the whale sharks of Triton Bay
- Night dives included in the itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & Check Dive in Sorong
Afternoon: Board the vessel in Sorong. Meet the crew and fellow divers during a welcome briefing, safety orientation, and equipment setup before beginning the expedition.
Late Afternoon (1 Dive): Conduct a check dive at a sheltered site near Sorong, allowing you to test your equipment and begin exploring the region's vibrant coral reefs.
Evening: Welcome dinner on board as we begin our overnight cruise toward the Dampier Strait.
Day 2: Dampier Strait – Yangeffo's Vibrant Reefs
Morning (2 Dives): Arrive in the Dampier Strait and explore the vibrant reefs around Yangeffo. Expect colorful soft corals, schooling fusiliers, reef sharks, and an incredible variety of reef fish.
Afternoon (1–2 Dives): Continue exploring the area with dives at sites selected according to currents and conditions.
Evening: Overnight cruise toward Penemu.
Day 3: Penemu – Karst Islands & Iconic Viewpoints
Morning (2 Dives): Explore the reefs around Penemu, with colorful coral gardens, reef walls, and abundant fish life.
Afternoon: Land excursion to the famous Penemu Viewpoint, climbing the steps for spectacular panoramic views over the turquoise lagoons and limestone islands.
Late Afternoon: Depending on conditions and timing, enjoy a final dive around Penemu before continuing south toward Misool.
Evening: Overnight cruise toward the Misool archipelago.
Day 4: Misool – The Coral Wonderland
Morning (2 Dives): Begin exploring the spectacular reefs of Misool. Depending on conditions, dive sites may include areas around Fiabacet, Boo, or other renowned southern Raja Ampat reefs.
Afternoon (1 Dive): Continue exploring Misool's dramatic walls and coral-covered pinnacles, with opportunities for schooling fish, reef sharks, turtles, and macro life.
Evening (1 Night Dive): Discover the nocturnal life of Misool, searching for unusual crustaceans, nudibranchs, and other reef creatures.
Day 5: Misool – Boo Windows & Pristine Reefs
Morning (2 Dives): Explore the famous Boo area, with spectacular coral formations, swim-throughs, and the iconic Boo Windows.
Afternoon (1–2 Dives): Continue exploring the surrounding reefs, looking for vibrant soft corals, schooling fish, pygmy seahorses, and other macro species.
Evening: Relax on board as we cruise through the remote Misool archipelago.
Day 6: Misool – Magic Mountain & Hidden Lagoons
Morning (2 Dives): Dive around Magic Mountain or another premier Misool site, where currents can bring together large schools of fish, reef sharks, turtles, and potentially manta rays.
Afternoon: Explore another remote reef or enjoy a land excursion among Misool's spectacular limestone formations, depending on conditions.
Late Afternoon (1 Dive): Final dive in Misool before beginning the journey south.
Evening: Depart Misool and cruise toward Pisang Island.
Day 7: Pisang Island – Remote Reefs & Island Exploration
Morning (2 Dives): Explore the remote reefs of Pisang Island, with sites selected according to current and sea conditions.
Afternoon (1 Dive): Continue exploring the island's underwater landscapes and marine life.
Late Afternoon: Relax on the beach or explore the island, depending on local conditions.
Evening: Depending on conditions and timing, an optional night dive may be offered before beginning the overnight cruise toward the Fakfak/Momon region.
Day 8: Fakfak & Momon – Waterfalls & Remote Diving
Morning (2–3 Dives): Explore the reefs around Fakfak, with opportunities to discover remote coral formations and abundant marine life.
Afternoon: Land excursion to the spectacular Kiti-Kiti/Momon waterfall, where fresh water cascades directly toward the sea. Depending on conditions, enjoy swimming or snorkeling beneath the waterfall.
Evening: Depart the Fakfak region and begin the overnight cruise toward Triton Bay.
Day 9: Triton Bay – South Aiduma
Morning (2 Dives): Arrive in Triton Bay and begin exploring the remote reefs of South Aiduma. Expect extraordinary soft corals, colorful sea fans, schooling fish, and dramatic underwater landscapes.
Afternoon (1–2 Dives): Continue exploring sites around South Aiduma, with opportunities for macro life and larger reef species.
Evening: Overnight in the Triton Bay region.
Day 10: Triton Bay – North Aiduma
Morning (2 Dives): Explore the reefs of North Aiduma, known for exceptional coral growth, colorful walls, schooling fish, and diverse marine life.
Morning (2 Dives): Explore the reefs of North Aiduma, known for exceptional coral growth, colorful walls, schooling fish, and diverse marine life.
Afternoon (1–2 Dives): Continue exploring Triton Bay, with the possibility of encountering reef sharks, turtles, rays, and abundant reef fish.
Evening: Cruise toward the Bitsjara/Namatota area for a possible whale shark encounter, depending on local conditions, fishing activity, and wildlife presence.
Day 11: Bitsjara / Namatota – Whale Sharks & Disembarkation in Kaimana
Early Morning: Depending on local conditions and wildlife activity, visit the traditional fishing platforms around Bitsjara/Namatota for a possible whale shark encounter. Guests may have the opportunity to snorkel or dive alongside these magnificent animals.
Morning: Return to the vessel for breakfast and continue the final journey toward Kaimana.
Arrive at Kaimana Port. After breakfast, check out from the vessel and transfer to Kaimana Airport (KNG) or your onwards accommodation, taking with you memories of an unforgettable expedition through some of West Papua's most remote and pristine waters.
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
04:00pm
Sorong
Sorong Airport: SOQ
Return
11:00am
Kaimana
Kaimana Airport: KNG
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11 days / 10 nights
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30 dives
-5% discount
24
Feb
2027
Raja Ampat Special (Sorong-Triton Bay-Kaimana)
from $7,500 /guest
from $7,125 /guest
24Feb 27
-5% discount
Raja Ampat Special (Sorong-Triton Bay-Kaimana)
from $7,500 /guest
from $7,125 /guest
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