Situju 7: Raja Ampat, 6 nights

After arrival in the West Papuan port town of Sorong, the gateway to Raja Ampat our representative will wait for you to the harbour, where our dinghy will take you out costs to reach the Situju7 at anchor. Once on board, let your voyage to Wonderland begin! Following a general briefing by the Cruise Director to familiarise you with the vessel and its safety procedures, we cast off and cruise into the Dampier Strait. Say goodbye to land as you enjoy cocktails with the breeze on the upper deck. Our first destination will be Kri, a small island just east of Mansuar Island. Here you will enjoy your first experience of Raja Ampat: white-sand beaches, clear waters and iridescent reefs against a backdrop of dense rainforest. If you are a diver, you can begin immediately with an afternoon check-dive –We will then cruise until Gam Island giving you plenty of time to ease into life on board Situju7 and to enjoy its exclusive service at your leisure. Come evening, savour the combination of an extraordinary dinner and the incredible views around you. We will spend the night at anchor, lulled by the ripples of the sea and the calming tranquillity.

Diving spot aroung Kri Island: Depending on weather, current and waves conditions, these are the most famous diving spot to visit in this area

Cape Kri: This site, located on the northeast side of Kri Island, boasts a diverse range of marine life, including schools of fusiliers, barracuda, reef sharks, and various coral formations. Chicken Reef: Situated on the northeast side of Kri Island, Chicken Reef is recommended for experienced divers due to its strong currents and depth exceeding 30 meters. It is known for its vibrant coral reefs and abundant fish life, including seahorses, nudibranchs, and bumphead parrotfish. Manta Ridge: A popular dive site known for its potential to encounter manta rays. Sardine Reef: Another well-regarded dive site, likely named for the large schools of fish that inhabit the area. Mike's Point: Located near Gam Island, this site is also known for strong currents and is recommended for experienced divers. Otdima: Situated in the Dampier Strait, this site features varying and sometimes strong currents, making it suitable for experienced divers, and is known for diverse marine life, including turtles and sharks. Blue Magic: Located between Cape Kri and Waisai, this site is known for strong currents and attracts large fish. Mioskon: A dive site around the small island of Mioskon, also characterized by strong currents, suitable for divers comfortable with currents. Lau Lau Reef: Located near Cape Kri, it's a dive site with a maximum depth of 18 meters.

Gam Island Wake up to your first night view of the island of Gam. A fast and hot coffee before dawn, while you will dock in the harbor near the village of Yenwaupnor to deal with the search for the mythical bird of paradise. To see the spectacular courtship dances, tours start before the 'dawn. Much of 'excursion will be held under the lush jungle. Reboarding the Situju7. Back on board. After breakfast you will be able to choose from many activities: snorkeling or diving to discover the amazing coral and marine life of Raja Ampat region button. Or, if you prefer, you can stay on board and relax by reading a book and sipping excellent fresh fruit juices or sunbathe on the sun deck .. In the afternoon we will explore the other side of Gam Island, where you can go hiking. In the evening the Situju7 cruise to north, navigating through the night and crossing the Equator.

Diving spot aroung Gam Island: Depending on weather, current and waves conditions, these are the most famous diving spot to visit in this area

Manta Sandy: Located on the southern coast of Gam Island, this site is a famous manta ray cleaning station, offering frequent sightings of these gentle giants. Batu Lima (The Five Rocks): A great spot for both day and night dives, featuring vibrant soft corals, black coral bushes, and various reef fish. The Passage: A narrow channel between Gam and Waigeo islands, known for its unique topography and diverse marine life, including sharks and possibly manta rays. Mike's Point: Features dramatic underwater terrain with walls, caverns, and overhangs, along with a variety of marine life like blacktip reef sharks, sea turtles, and pygmy seahorses. Citrus Reef: Located between Gam and neighboring islands, this site boasts colorful soft and hard corals, sea turtles, and vibrant tropical fish. Mayhem: A site with vibrant coral formations and diverse fish species. Friwen Wall: Another popular dive site near Gam Island, offering a chance to encounter diverse marine life.

Good morning! Today you will enjoy an incredible day in the northern hemisphere of the world. You will admire the beautiful view from your cabin: deep and clear blue water dotted with small sun-kissed islands surrounding the Situju7. This is the island of Wayag. The landscape here is so breathtaking, you'll feel like being part of a postcard. You can choose from a wide range of different activities or just relax on a private stretch of white sand. For those who enjoy walking, Mount Pindito, to climb it seems more difficult than it is. From the sea it seems unlikely at all that we can reach the top, but in fact the climb is relatively easy, and the majority of ethnographers young and old, reach the summit in less than 20 minutes. This is an excursion that we recommend to all visitors of Wayag because it is a unique experience. Dinner on board. On the night the Situju7 will sail south.

Diving spot aroung Wayag Island: Depending on weather, current and waves conditions, these are the most famous diving spot to visit in this area

Figure Eight Rock: Features two connected underwater pinnacles forming a figure-eight shape, creating swim-throughs and crevices. Expect to see colorful reef fish, fusiliers, and occasional pelagics like reef sharks and manta rays. Eagle Rock: Home to circling wild eagles above the water and various marine life, including wobbegong sharks, sweetlips, barracudas, and manta rays below. Wayag's Gate: Offers stunning underwater scenery with little to no current, perfect for photography. Sel Pel Bay (near Wayag): Known for its sloping reefs and macro life, including pipefish, cuttlefish, and nudibranchs. Black Rock: Boasts soft corals in a rainbow of colors.

The day will start Sel Pele Bay which is located on the western side of Waigeo Island, known as the best place in Raja Ampat for nature above and under water. In addition to the wonderful underwater world, you will come to enjoy exciting experiences of birdwatching, as well as a number of other activities on the ground, including a fascinating visit to the Atlas South Sea Pearl Farm in Aljui Bay, to watch the process of cultivation and tells of the magnificent pearl of the pacific and the unmissable opportunity to purchase. Who wants to can enjoy the famous Indonesian massage in a unique landscape

Diving spot aroung Waigeo Island: Depending on weather, current and waves conditions, these are the most famous diving spot to visit in this area

The Passage: This narrow channel between Waigeo and Gam islands offers a distinctive dive experience with mangrove and soft coral formations in shallow waters. Divers can expect to see limestone walls, tunicates, sea squirts, and various fish species, including rays and reef sharks. Manta Ridge: A shallow dive site between Mansuar and Airborei Islands, Manta Ridge is a reliable spot to see manta rays, often in groups of 5 to 30, being cleaned by fish. Strong currents may require divers to use a reef hook. Sardine Reef: A sloping coral reef where divers can encounter large schools of fusiliers, jacks, snappers, and anthias. Strong currents can make this a thrilling drift dive. Cape Kri: This site holds the record for the highest number of fish species recorded in a single dive (347 species). Blue Magic: Located in the central part of Raja Ampat, this site is known for its chance to spot oceanic manta rays. Melissa's Garden: A beautiful dive site known for its vibrant coral formations and diverse marine life.

You will wake up in front of the island Jef Fam, a wonderful place to enjoy a myriad of activities such as sea kayaking, scuba diving, snorkeling and hiking. In the afternoon, the crew of Situju7 will take you on an exciting boat to cruise around the island, a unique way to observe small pools naturally created among the rocks and also discover rare orchids. You will enjoy, finally, another great experience at sunset with a delicious dinner: a perfect end to another amazing and unforgettable day.

Diving spot aroung Jeff Fam Island: Depending on weather, current and waves conditions, these are the most famous diving spot to visit in this area

Melissa's Garden: This site is celebrated for its exceptional coral gardens and abundant marine life, including angelfish, ghost pipefish, and wobbegong sharks. Batu Rufas: This site features a lagoon and a steep wall with a variety of corals and sponges, and is suitable for divers of all experience levels. Penemu Wall: A steep wall with strong currents, perfect for drift dives and encounters with larger pelagic species. Fam Slope: A relatively shallow dive site (down to 9 meters) with abundant coral, cuttlefish, angelfish, and colorful reef fish.

Last leg of the cruise through the islands of Wonders is the 'island of Mansuar. With the tide in the morning, the Dive Master of Situju7 will lead you to do snorkeling and diving in waters where the meetings with turtles and manta rays are common. In the afternoon it is scheduled a shore excursion to visit a local village, in order to appreciate the simple life of fishermen who live to the rhythm of the sun. Return on board in the evening and enjoy a last drink cocktails, the Situju7 take away from its moorings and cruise to the port of Sorong. On the last full day of the cruise there will be one or two dives depending on the flight times out the next day

Diving spot aroung Mansuar Island: Depending on weather, current and waves conditions, these are the most famous diving spot to visit in this area

Yenbuba Jetty: This site features a jetty with pillars encrusted with corals and sponges, attracting various fish species and macro life. It's suitable for divers of all levels and offers good snorkeling opportunities. Sauwandarek Jetty: Located in a sheltered bay, this site is known for its sloping reef, diverse marine life (including turtles and batfish), and macro creatures like blue-ringed octopuses. Cape Mansuar: This site is characterized by a steep reef slope with schools of fish, and as you drift along, you may encounter macro life and even mobula rays. West Mansuar: This area is known for its strong currents and is better suited for advanced divers, with potential encounters with sharks and barracuda.

In the early morning, after enjoying a leisurely breakfast, here we will bid farewell to the Situju7 and her crew. Our team will arrange your transfer out to the airport or to a hotel to continue your holiday.