This Inspiring Expedition combines the utmost in aquatic adventure with peerless insider access to create the ocean voyage of a lifetime. Your expansive itinerary lands at 12 unforgettable sites encompassing untouched islands, secluded bays and pristine beaches, fully revealing this “Amazon of the seas” both in the water and on land. Explore alongside the region’s foremost experts and toast each extraordinary day from the sun deck of your exclusively chartered expedition yacht, immersing yourself in sights, sounds and experiences you can have nowhere else.
Journey Highlights
Dr. Lawrence Blair
Guest Lecturer
Your featured expert is Dr. Lawrence Blair, an explorer, author and Emmy-winning filmmaker. His series Ring of Fire introduced Indonesia to the west, and he is the premier expert on Indonesia’s natural and cultural wonders.
Andy Coleman
Photo Enrichment Coach
National Geographic contributing photographer Andy Coleman shares his expertise in a one-on-one virtual coaching session before departure, and also travels with you to offer tips while capturing each extraordinary moment.
Glenn Wappett
Cruise Director
Glenn Wappett is your cruise director, and no one knows Raja Ampat better. A former Royal Marine, he brings his passion for the region and his love of nature to every day of exploration.
Arrive in Jakarta, Indonesia, where you transfer to your accommodations at Raffles Jakarta and meet Geoffrey, Otavia and your fellow guests. Gather for cocktails and a gala welcome dinner hosted by internationally acclaimed Michelin-star chef Nicola Russo.
Raffles Jakarta | Meals: D
Fly by private chartered jet to Sorong, where your crew welcomes you aboard your exclusively chartered yacht. Cruise into the Dampier Straits as the sun sets.
Aqua Blu | Meals: BLD
Awaken to the beauty of Misokon island, your first dive locale. Travel by canoe to Kali Biru, the Blue River, to swim downstream in crystal-clear water under the jungle canopy.
Aqua Blu | Meals: BLD
Snorkel and dive along mangrove-lined shores in waters that hold the world record for most species sighted in a 90-minute dive. Enjoy a sunset cocktail tender tour of the mangroves of Yangeffo Island.
Aqua Blu | Meals: BLD
Watch the sunrise over Wayag Island’s limestone islets and lagoons. Later, spot reef sharks in the waters off Figure Eight Rock and explore hidden lagoons by kayak.
Aqua Blu | Meals: BLD
Arrive early at Dayang Island, known for its plethora of marine life, especially reef manta rays and occasionally oceanic manta rays. Snorkel and dive amid these majestic fish as gather to have their scales cleaned by schools of wrasses.
Aqua Blu | Meals: BLD
Arrive at the One Thousand Temples group and enter Tomolol Cave, a spectacular water-carved cave system, and see carnivorous pitcher plants, ancient rock art and amazing underground rivers.
Aqua Blu | Meals: BLD
Swim, snorkel and dive in this spot known for its dazzling reefs, and enjoy easy treks along the sandy coves and landlocked lakes.
Aqua Blu | Meals: BLD
Explore a wild labyrinth of lagoons, venturing out by tender to find your own tranquil place to swim and relax amid untouched beaches.
Aqua Blu | Meals: BLD
Join the incredible sealife traversing the Marine Superhighway, a renowned aquatic migratory route, and kayak the shallow reefs of Manawoka.
Aqua Blu | Meals: BLD
Arrive to a greeting party of war canoes, stroll through history on a visit to the Dutch Fort Belgica and learn the history of the spice trade that shaped the region.
Aqua Blu | Meals: BLD
After a morning swim or snorkel, head ashore for a guided tour of Fort Revenge, and later, watch the sunset over cocktails on the beach.
Aqua Blu | Meals: BLD
Discover the scenic fishing villages of Ameth and Akon. This is also home of the dugong, the Southeast Asian cousin of the American manatee. Enjoy a cooking lesson before lunch, and this afternoon, cruise to your disembarkation point at Ambon.
Aqua Blu | Meals: BLD
Bid farewell to your yacht and crew, and then transfer by private charter flight to Jakarta for your return home.
Meals: B
Contact one of our Journey Designers to start planning your itinerary.
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy
| Mar 7, 2025 - Mar 20, 2025 |
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