Experience the White Manta diving liveaboard on a 9-day Banda Sea Diving Liveaboard expedition, starting with muck dives in Ambon Bay before crossing the Banda Sea to explore remote volcanic islands and vibrant reefs. Expect rare macro critters, sea snakes, manta rays, reef sharks, and the chance to encounter schooling hammerheads.
With up to 22 dives over eight diving days and the comfort of one of Indonesia’s most spacious liveaboards, this trip blends action-packed diving with onboard comfort. Between dives, enjoy chef-prepared meals, air-conditioned cabins, and panoramic sundecks as you journey through one of the most biodiverse regions in the world.
Cabins Availability and Price
- Deluxe Ensuite Upper/Main Deck (double/twin): USD 3.520 per person, instead of
USD 4.400 - Deluxe Ensuite Lower Deck (twin): USD 3.360 per person, instead of
USD 4.200
Single occupancy, if requested. 20% in addition to the original trip price, subject to availability.
Fuel Surcharge – USD 200 per person | Port & Park Fees – USD 250 per person
Itinerary
Day 1
(0–2 dives) 2pm – Guests are met upon arrival at Pattimura Airport, Ambon, or at a local hotel, and transferred to the White Manta. Arrivals before midday are ideal to allow for check dive(s) in Ambon Bay before departing for an overnight crossing.
Day 2–3
(3 dives per day) Banda Islands – Excellent visibility, healthy coral reefs, and abundant fish life. Highlights include potential hammerhead sightings, dramatic walls draped in sea fans, and a visit to one of the historic Spice Islands.
Day 4–7
(3 dives per day) Ring of Fire – Diving around remote volcanic islands and stunning seamounts in search of schooling hammerheads, sea snakes, reef sharks, tunas, and large schools of pelagic fish.
Day 8
(2 dives) Hukurila Cave & Molana – Two final dives before returning to Ambon for the last night on board. Time to wash and dry equipment, relax, and prepare for departure.
Day 9
(0 dives) Check out between 5am–10am after light breakfast and farewells. Transfer to a local hotel or airport for onward travel to Makassar, Jakarta, Bali, or Singapore.
Inclusions
- Land transfer from/to local hotel or airport on trip start & end days)
- All nights’ accommodation on the New White Manta
- All meals on board (Western & Indonesian cuisine)
- Snacks, hot beverages, coffee, tea, Milo, and soft drinks
- Towels and toiletries
- Daily cabin service
- Free-of-charge replacement if dive equipment breaks down
- 12-liter air tanks, weights, and weight belt
- Warm towel and drink after every dive
- 6 dive guides (1 instructor, 5 dive masters)
- Up to 26 dives during the trip
Exclusions
- All flights & hotel stays (not included)
- Pickups outside trip start & end dates – fee applies per car
- Marine Park & Harbour Fee – USD 250 / pax
- Fuel Surcharge – USD 200 / pax
- Dive & Travel Insurance (required, not included)
- Massage – USD 40 / hour
- Laundry – USD 10 / basket
- Nespresso Coffee – USD 3 / cup
- Alcoholic Beverages:
- Beer – USD 4
- Wine – USD 40–50 / bottle
- Satellite Wi-Fi – USD 35 / person per 10GB card
- (Discounted full-set price only if paid in advance; otherwise, individual daily rates apply)
- Full Set – USD 50 / diving day (excludes large tank & torch)
