M/Y Blue Pearl Itinerary
Alor - Banda Sea

9 days / 8 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.

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Itinerary details

Length of trip 9 days / 8 nights

Number of dives 22

Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 20 dives

Insurance Required

Highlights

One-way itinerary diving along age-old spice trade routes
Discover exceptional biodiversity in the heart of the Coral Triangle
Swim with hundreds of sea snakes of the very remote Manuk Island
Explore the paradise of hard corals at Pulau Hatta
Witness schooling hammerhead sharks at Suanggi Island

Day 1: Arrival in Alor & Check dive
Afternoon: Board the vessel in Kalabahi, Alor. After a warm welcome and safety briefing, we'll set sail to a nearby site.

Late Afternoon (1 Dive): Begin your adventure with a check dive on one of Alor's famous sites. Experience the clear waters and vibrant coral gardens that make this region so special.

Evening: Welcome dinner as we anchor in a serene bay.

Day 2: Alor's Underwater Treasures
Full Day (4 Dives): Dedicate the day to exploring Alor's best. Dive sites may include:

Kal's Dream: A magnificent wall adorned with giant gorgonian sea fans, famous for pygmy seahorses.

The Cathedral: An impressive underwater archway and cave system.

Anemone City: A vast garden of anemones teeming with clownfish.

Experience thrilling currents that bring in pelagic life and ensure incredible visibility.

Day 3: Alor Culture & Westward Sailing
Morning (2 Dives): Enjoy two final morning dives in Alor, perhaps at a beautiful reef slope or a critter-rich muck site.

Afternoon: Cultural Excursion. Go ashore to visit a traditional Alor village, known for its unique megalithic culture and magnificent ikat weaving.

Evening: We begin our westward crossing towards the Banda Sea.

Day 4: Pulau Hatta - The Pristine Atoll

Full Day (3-4 Dives): Arrive at the remote atoll of Pulau Hatta. Immerse yourself in its spectacularly healthy reefs, dramatic walls, and crystal-clear waters. This is a paradise of hard corals, home to a fantastic diversity of reef fish, sharks, and rays.

Day 5: Suanggi - The Hammerhead Quest

Full Day (3 Dives): We spend the day at the submerged volcano of Suanggi. This is one of Indonesia's most famed sites for encountering schooling hammerhead sharks. The deep, blue-water walls and strong currents create the perfect pelagic conditions for an adrenaline-filled day.

Day 6: Manuk Island - Volcanoes & Sea Snakes

Full Day (3-4 Dives): Dive into the slopes of the active Manuk Island. The walls are covered in colourful soft corals, and the unique draw is the chance to dive alongside natural geothermal vents on the seafloor. Be surrounded by the abundant and graceful banded sea snakes.

Late Afternoon: Opportunity to land on the island for a short hike.

Day 7: Banda Islands - History & Coral Cathedrals

Morning (2 Dives): Arrive in the fabled Banda Islands. Dive sites like Batu Kapal, a stunning pinnacle attracting pelagics.

Afternoon: Guided land excursion on Banda Neira, including a trek to Fort Belgica and a visit to a nutmeg plantation.

Late Afternoon (1 Dive): A final dive in the Bandas to soak in the rich underwater history.

Day 8: Ambon Bay - Muck Diving Grand Finale

Morning (2 Dives): Conclude your diving adventure in Ambon Bay, the global capital of muck diving. At legendary sites like Laha Bay, scour the black sand slopes for the legendary Ambon scorpionfish, wonderpus, rhinopias, and a host of other rare macro critters.

Beach BBQ: We land on a secluded beach for a classic barbecue celebration, a perfect way to reflect on the week's adventures.

Evening: Bill's settlement with the cruise director after dinner.

Day 9: Disembarkation in Ambon after breakfast

Morning: Enjoy a final breakfast on board.

After Breakfast: Disembark at Ambon Harbour. Transfer to Pattimura Airport (AMQ) for your flight home.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.