Allstar Aurora
Duration
9-11 Nights
Location/Type
Raja Ampat/Liveaboard
Cabins
8 Cabins
Departure
Kaimana - Sorong
ABOUT THE LIVEABOARD
The 42m long Aurora is a Pinisi Vessel, built in Sulawesi, that offers all the advantages of a modern boat combined with the charm of a traditional one. There are 9 double or twin cabins on board, all with en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning, and daily housekeeping services, accommodating up to 18 guests. The onboard expert chefs prepare local and international dishes for every taste. Special menus are available, such as vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. The Aurora sails all year to the most breathtaking areas of the Indonesian archipelago, where crystal-clear waters and stunning landscapes are waiting to be discovered.
The Aurora explores the famous areas of Raja Ampat, North Sulawesi, and Komodo, renowned for their biodiversity. Divers aboard Aurora experience incredible diving and exciting island excursions. After a full day of diving and unforgettable experiences with our professional guides, guests can relax in the air-conditioned salon or enjoy the gorgeous view from the sun deck.
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Cabin Price Starts at
$ 341
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"I wanted freedom, open air, and adventure. I found it on the sea."
- Alain Gerbault
Itinerary
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9 Nights
Day 1: Sorong
- Our staff will welcome you at the airport and you will start your experience in Aurora. From Jakarta or Makassar, flights usually arrive early in the morning. As soon as all the guests are on board, we will lift the anchor and start our trip to the island of Waigeo.
Days 2 to 3: Dampier Strait
- Around the strait, we will dive into some famous sites, such as "Mioskon," "Blue Magic", "Sardines" and other amazing places. Prone to currents, this area is characterized by untouched corals and all kinds of schools of fish. On the surface, green islands and marvelous white sand beaches will surround us.
Day 4: Penemu
- "Melissa's Garden" will be one of the beautiful reefs We will visit today. Wobbegong sharks are one of the highlights here. Sea snakes, pygmy seahorses, and huge tridacna clams can be seen also in the shallow waters. We will have the opportunity to step out of the boat for a walk to see one of the most iconic views in Raja Ampat, It is selfie time!
Day 5: Farondi
- Wake up in the Misool National Park, an area with thousands of islands. Here you will be able to see a wide variety of fish, soft and hard corals, and all kinds of macro, wobbegong, and bamboo sharks. Misool is also one of the rare places, where the landscape is absolutely wonderful. Do not miss the show of the mobulas feeding on schools of silversides!
Days 6 to 8: Misool National Park
- So many Islands to visit and so many different dive spots. We will cruise around JILLIET, FIABACET, WALIB, WAJIL, JEF PELE, and BOO among others, where Aurora Crew will assure you as many dives as possible to completely appreciate this wonderful and beautiful area.
Day 9: Daram
- This group of Islands just on the border of Misool Marine Park is the perfect spot to make 2-morning dives and say goodbye for this time to Raja Ampat .... Sure you will be back
Day 10: Sorong
- After a nice breakfast on board, our Aurora crew will organize your transfer to the airport of Sorong, according to your flight schedules. Unfortunately, our trip will arrive at an end and we have to say goodbye but we hope to see you again on board.
Day 1-2: Kaimana
- The Aurora team will welcome you at the airport and bring you to Aurora for immediate boarding. Depending on the arrival time, we might do the check dive around Kaimananig and maybe even a night dive.
Days 3-5: Triton bay
- We offer 2-3 dives daily, including a night dive if possible.
Day 6: Pulau Pisang
- We offer 2-3 dives daily, including a night dive if possible.
Days 7 to 8: Misool, Raja Ampat
- We offer 2-3 dives daily, including a night dive if possible.
Day 9: Penemu
- We offer 2-3 dives daily, including a night dive if possible.
Days 10 to 11: Dampier Strait
- We offer 2-3 dives daily, including a night dive if possible.
Day 12: Sorong
Check out. Sorong crew will transfer the Guests to the Airport.
- Marine Life: hammerhead sharks, fishes, barracudas, soft corals, leather corals, big eye trevallies, turtles, and sea snakes.
The last dive will be on the penultimate day of the trip. Divers are recommended to wait for 24 hours before flying after the last dive.
- Meals and snacks
- Water, tea and coffee
- Soft drinks
- Towels and toiletries
- Tanks and weights
- Night dives
- Land excursions
- Nitrox
- National park fee
- Transfers
- To be paid in advance or onboard
- Dive and travel insurance
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Cabins & Deck
Price depends on itinerary – email info@apexoceantravel.com
There are 2 Double Cabins furnished with a king-size bed, individual air conditioning, a bathroom (hot water shower and toilet), life vests daily housekeeping service, 2 towels, refillable water bottles, and storage spaces. Some of the doubles may also have an extra single bed.
Price depends on itinerary – email info@apexoceantravel.com
There are 4 twin Cabins (#1, #2, #6, & #7) located on the lower deck. Equipped with individual air conditioning, bathroom (hot water shower and toilet), life vests daily housekeeping service, 2 towels, refillable water bottle, and storage spaces.
Price depends on itinerary – email info@apexoceantravel.com
Three cabins are equipped with a double + single bed (maximum occupied by 3 people). These have individual air conditioning, a bathroom (hot water shower and toilet), life vests daily housekeeping service, towels, refillable water bottles, and storage spaces.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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