Manta X Itinerary
Raja Ampat- Ring-Banda- Alor

11 days / 10 nights

About Manta X

Brand-new 41m steel liveaboard launching in Indonesia in November 2026
Just 12 ensuite cabins spread across the upper, main and lower decks
Four 5.8m dive tenders help keep dive groups small and well supported
Dedicated camera room provides 12 individual workstations and charging facilities

Manta X is a purpose-built 41m steel liveaboard joining the ranks of the renowned White Manta Diving fleet. Generous indoor and outdoor spaces, 12 air-conditioned ensuite cabins, four dive tenders and a dedicated 12-station camera room make it a stand-out choice for discerning divers who value both comfort and capability. Launching in late 2026, initial itineraries focus on Raja Ampat and Misool before expanding to routes through Triton Bay, the Banda Sea, Alor and beyond. For now, Manta X delivers exceptional standards of service with a 1-to-1 crew to guest ratio, and trips are set to become especially exclusive in the near future, with many voyages catering to just 12 guests.

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Itinerary details

Length of trip 11 days / 10 nights

Number of dives 28

Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 30 dives

Insurance Required

Highlights

Circular itinerary around the must-see dive sites of the region
Search for the rare Rhinopias scorpionfish in the waters of Alor
Discover vibrant reefs and dramatic underwater landscapes in Misool
Enjoy the excellent visibility in Pantar Strait due to consistent currents

Day 1: (0-1 dives)

Our staff will meet you upon your arrival at Sorong Airport or a local hotel and transfer you to the awaiting Blue Manta. Arrivals before midday are best so we can make a check dive at Red Light District (Lampu Merah) just outside Sorong before we get underway by 3pm for an overnight sail.

Days 2-3: (3-4 dives x2 days) Southern Raja Ampat, Misool: Wayil, Fiabacet & Boo area. Then sail to Koon Island.

Day 4: (3 dives)

West Seram, Pulau Koon: full days of diving. Wide-angle diving with vibrant corals and a profusion of fish life.

Day 5: (3 dives)

Wetar: excellent wall, pelagic life, and fantastic drop-off; sail towards Pulau Alor.

Days 6-8: (3 dives x3 days)

Ring of Fire: diving around volcanic islands and stunning seamounts in search of hammerheads, encountering many sea snakes, huge schools of fish, reef sharks, tunas & other pelagic superstars.

Day 9: (4 dives)

Alor & Pantar Strait (Islands of Kepa, Pura, Ternate, & Buaya between Pantar & Alor); nutrient-rich, adventurous currents, and a diversity of dive site formations make for an abundance of coral and fish, both big and small.

Day 10: (2 dives)

Alor: Diving around the best sites: Karl’s Dream and Critters diving. Beautiful reefs in (sometimes cold!) clear blue waters, with great macro and fish life. Maybe visit a local village, then sail back to Alor, where you spend last night on Blue Manta in Kalabahi Port. Plenty of time to wash & dry equipment, rest & relax, and, if need be, an early flight on trip departure day.

Day 11: (0 dives)

Check out after a light breakfast & farewells; we transfer to a local hotel or airport in time for check-in & flight.

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