Bali to Komodo: Island Discovery

Arrive in Bali to a warm welcome. Board Aqua Blu — your long-range explorer yacht — and settle into its many luxury spaces, before sailing to the remote paradise of Moyo Island. Take a seat in the Aqua Blu Bar for sundowners as the sun sets over the Indonesian archipelago. Tonight you’ll enjoy your first alfresco dining experience under the stars.

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Explore Moyo Island, a mountainous tropical island dotted with coastal fishing villages. Discover a jungle of natural wonders and wildlife as you trek to the cascading limestone pools of Barry’s Falls, a spring-fed waterfall at the heart of the island. Take a refreshing dip and cool off, before continuing to shallow Angel Reefs for an unforgettable snorkelling experience. Keep your eyes peeled for seahorse, pufferfish, stingray, snake eel, moray eel, cuttlefish, nudibranch, pipefish and more.

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Discover the crystal-clear waters of Saleh Bay, recognised on the UNESCO biosphere reserves list as having one of the largest populations of whale sharks in the world. Depending on the time of the month, you’ll have the chance to encounter these friendly creatures up close as they cruise and feed on the reef. In the evening, hold your breath as you witness thousands of fruit bats take flight while the sun sets.

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Enjoy a spectacular sunrise breakfast with the towering Sangeang volcano on the horizon. Set sail for Gili Banta, with its jagged coastline, high mountains, finger-shaped bays and deserted white beaches. Hike the Eastern Ridge for spectacular views of the Sape Strait and grandiose Komodo Island. This afternoon it’s on to Gili Lawan, an uninhabited and remote islet of shallow reefs. Get out onto the water and enjoy some leisurely kayaking or stand-up paddle boarding as you soak up the sun and the views.

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Enjoy a serene morning kayak from your ship over the shallow coral reef to Gili Lawa beach, where you can view the islands only inhabitants — wild native Rusa Deer that wander down from the grasslands. In the afternoon, arrive at postcard-perfect Padar Island — with its ethereal pink, black and white sands. The panorama from the top of Padar Island is breathtaking. Expect to be swept into a Jurassic Park film set with jungle-clad islands as far as the eye can see. Hike up the savannah hill for iconic views over the entire Komodo National Park before a sunset cocktail on the beach.

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After a morning sailing around the Komodo National Park, arrive in Horseshoe Bay at Komodo Island, a dramatic curvature of land that is the remains of an ancient volcano caldera. Board a tender to cruise around the bay where Komodo dragons roam wild. In the late afternoon, the iconic Pink Beach awaits. Paired with turquoise waters the soft pink sand makes for spectacular photography. Trek the island wilderness, visit the local village or enjoy some of the most vibrant snorkelling in the park. Alternatively, relax on the beach or in the jacuzzi aboard your yacht.

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Discover Komodo National Park's largest Komodo Dragon population on land at Loh Buaya (Rinca Island); allow your expert guide to introduce you to these ancient reptiles on a rare hike. Keep your camera at the helm as you watch the agile beasts wander around in their natural habitat. Savour a fresh lunch back on board before heading on to the coral paradise of Linta Strait. Visually breathtaking, the Linta Straight is speckled with deserted emerald islands and is home to the Karang Makassar reef complex, one of the most sought-after diving and snorkelling spots in the world. Don your snorkel and watch the rainbowed reef come alive with large pelagic fish, manta ray, giant trevally and big schools of barracuda.

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Depart Linta Strait anchorage for Labuan Bajo and disembark for your outbound flight.

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