Raja Ampat Discovery

DAY 1: 

upon arrival at Sorong airport we immediately transfer  you to the harbour where BUGIS is waiting. Once you are  aboard our cruise director will first give you a general  briefing to familiarize you with the vessel and our safety  procedures. Then we cast off/raise the anchor and the  vessel goes on a Northerly course into the Dampier Strait.  Our first destination is Waigeo. Here we will enjoy our first  experience of white-sand beaches, clear waters, and  iridescent reefs with the backdrop of heavy rain forest. We  spend the night at anchor.

DAY 2: 

For those who wake up early our zodiac will take you in the  dark to the village where a guide will take you on a hike in  the forest to spot the gorgeous Wilson`s Bird of Paradise.  After re-embarkation we may go snorkeling continue our  journey to Kri island to enjoy spectacular snorkeling. On the reef below the wooden pontoon and along this  beautiful beach expect to see brilliant hard coral  formations and a dazzling array of fishes. We will also go  ashore to have a walk in the village.

DAY 3: 

Today, we are going to spend our day on the beautiful  little island of Arborek, where a charming fishing village is  located. It happens that there is a wooden jetty under  which a multitude of fish live. Along the beach as well, the  reef is magnificent, and you can observe giant seashells  and, with a bit of luck, manta rays.

DAYS 4: 

The Fam Islands are one of the natural wonders of Raja  Ampat, and we will spend two days there to uncover all  their secrets. Here, we will appreciate clear waters and  astonishing reefs set against the backdrop of dense forests  – paradisiacal islands lined with white sandy beaches. We  will also explore the characteristic landscape of "karst  formation" and embark on a hike to the summit of  Piaynemo to enjoy an incredible panorama from the top.

DAY 5:

We will dedicate our day to the southern part, whish  consists of a chain of coral islands lined with coconut trees  and white sandy beaches. We will take this opportunity to  organize a barbecue and swim in these crystal-clear  waters

DAY 6: 

Early morning sail to the island of Batanta were we try to  spot the residents Manta Rays that usually gather on a  cleaning station along a small island. In the course of the  afternoon we move again a little further east to a lovely  bay where we drop anchor. There we enjoy the sunset in  an attempt to hear the flapping of the wings of passing  hornbills over the boat. Evening depart to Sorong, our final  destination.

DAY 7:

Back in the harbor of Sorong on the mainland. After  breakfast, we say farewell to the captain and crew and  transfer you to the airport for the return flight to Bali or to  any other destination