Wellenreng Itinerary
East Flores - Alor10 days / 9 nights
About Wellenreng
- Intimate and adventurous trips with a maximum of six guests onboard
- Kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkelling gear for use when the boat is anchored
- Teak interiors with traditional design, and plenty of room to relax
- Voyages in some of Indonesia’s most remote areas, known for marine their marine wildlife and uncrowded dive sites
Cruising Indonesia’s most stunning locations since 2011, Wellenreng liveaboard is run by one of the country’s best-established operators when it comes to small group expeditions and intimate adventures. This traditional sailing phinisi offers a wide variety of itineraries and cruises packed with unique experiences - above and below the waterline. Divers of all skill and comfort levels can make the most of their time, enjoying top-notch facilities and as much hands-on guiding and assistance as they prefer. And, Wellenreng’s low-key yet luxurious atmosphere with just six guests onboard is unique among multi-day safaris, creating the ideal environment to make truly cherished memories.
Itinerary details
Length of trip 10 days / 9 nights
Number of dives 24
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 30 dives
Insurance Required
Highlights
- Explore the underwater diversity of Flores and Alor
- Discover colourful reefs, walls and slopes of Maumere
- Dive along the northeastern coast of Flores
- Look out for schools of reef fish and other marine life
Day 1 – Maumere: Embarkation
We meet you at the airport or your hotel and transfer to the harbour. Once onboard, you settle into your cabin, set up your dive gear and join the welcome briefing. After everyone arrives, we will have time for a check dive in the Maumere area.
The rest of the day is for relaxing, unpacking cameras and getting familiar with the boat and crew.
Day 2 – Pangabatang / Babi (3-4 dives)
We explore the reefs around Pangabatang, Dambillah and Pulau Babi, discovering colourful coral gardens, reef slopes and the rich marine life of the Flores Sea. The variety of sites offers a relaxed introduction to the region’s underwater landscapes.
Example dive sites: Pangabatang, Dambillah, Pulau Babi.
Day 3 – Northeast Flores (3–4 dives)
Today we dive along the northeastern coast of Flores, exploring varied underwater topography, coral formations and reef life. The sites offer opportunities to enjoy both the broader reef scenery and the smaller marine creatures hidden among the corals.
Example dive sites: Sea Lady, Batu Payung.
Day 4 – Pulau Kroko (3–4 dives)
We continue to Pulau Kroko, where walls and sloping reefs provide a different perspective on the underwater landscapes of Flores. Explore the reef formations and look out for schools of reef fish and other marine life along the drop-offs and coral-covered slopes.
Example dive sites: Kroko Wall, Kroko Slope.
Day 5 – Northeast Kawula (3 dives)
We spend the day exploring the waters around northeastern Kawula, with dives along reefs and underwater slopes shaped by the region’s currents. The sites offer another chance to discover the diversity of this remote part of eastern Indonesia.
Example dive sites: Tanjung Bacatan, Tanjung Dewi.
Day 6 – Alor (3–4 dives)
We arrive in Alor, a destination known for its varied underwater landscapes and rich marine biodiversity. Today’s dives take us along impressive walls, around local coastal areas and through colourful reefs filled with reef fish and coral formations.
Example dive sites: Pantar Wall, Pura Village, Anemone City.
Day 7 – Alor (3–4 dives)
We continue exploring Alor’s diverse dive sites, from volcanic sand slopes to vibrant reefs and underwater formations. Keep an eye out for smaller marine creatures hiding among the sand and coral, alongside the colourful reef life that makes this region so special.
Example dive sites: Red Sand, Purvida, The Boardroom.
Day 8 – Alor (3–4 dives)
Another full day of diving allows us to explore more of Alor’s underwater diversity. We visit a mix of reefs and slopes, discovering different habitats and marine life while making the most of our time in this remarkable diving region.
Example dive sites: Tanjung Muna, Hula, Sebanjar.
Day 9 – Alor (2 dives)
We enjoy our final dives around Alor, revisiting its colourful reefs and exploring more of the region’s distinctive underwater landscapes. After the dives, we return towards Kalabahi and enjoy our last evening onboard.
Example dive sites: The Goat Fence, Mucky Mosque.
Day 10 – Kalabahi: Disembarkation
After breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye to the crew and disembark in Kalabahi. We’ll help coordinate your transfer to the airport or your accommodation, marking the end of your diving adventure through Flores and Alor.
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
12:00pm
Maumere
Maumere Airport: MOF
Return
09:00am
Kalabahi
Alor Island Airport: ARD
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