La Galigo

Your adventure with La Galigo kicks off with a crew member greeting you for the transfer from the airport or your Sorong hotel to the harbor between 7:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. For those arriving on the day of departure, please make sure your flight lands before 7:30 a.m. so we can get settled and ready for the journey ahead.

After a warm welcome aboard, you’ll have the chance to meet the Cruise Director and our friendly crew. Once you’ve settled into your cabin, we’ll gather for a brief orientation before enjoying lunch. Afterward, you’ll have time to relax and unwind and take in the scenery as we sail toward the check-dive point in Batanta.

This afternoon our ‘welcome dive’ is at the island of Pulau Ayemi, where the calm waters provide the perfect introduction to your diving experience. After your check-out dive, you’ll have time to get comfortable, settle into your surroundings, and start looking forward to an exciting full day of diving ahead tomorrow.

Wake up to the tranquil beauty of Batanta, one of Raja Ampat’s jewels and home to some of the region’s most vibrant macro life. Today, we dedicate a full day to uncovering the hidden gems of this lesser-traveled island. From critter-rich muck dives to stunning coral slopes, Batanta offers a unique contrast to the rest of the archipelago perfect for underwater photographers and macro lovers alike.

Dive sites may include Black Beauty, Algae Patch, or Happy Ending, known for their mimic octopus, nudibranchs, seahorses, and occasional walking sharks. With calm waters and rich biodiversity, it’s the ideal setting to dial in your buoyancy and camera settings for the days ahead.

As the sun sets, we begin our overnight journey north toward the lush island of GAM setting the stage for another spectacular day of diving tomorrow.

Begin your day with an exciting dive at Manta Sandy , one of Raja Ampat’s best-known cleaning stations for Manta Rays. Here, you’ll have the chance to watch these graceful giants glide through the water as they come to be cleaned by smaller fish. After this awe-inspiring experience, head to Mayhem , where you’ll witness vibrant marine life in action. Known for its pelagic feeding frenzies, this dive site offers a thrilling view of larger predators hunting among swirling schools of fish.

After a lunch break, we continue to Citrus Ridge , famous for its colorful orange and yellow soft corals that make for stunning underwater photography. The rich biodiversity at this site includes everything from small critters to larger pelagics cruising by.

Pretty Shallows is a relaxing dive where we will explore its sloping reefs covered with healthy coral gardens and teeming with schools of fish. The calm waters and striking beauty of this site make it the perfect way to end your diving adventure.

As we prepare to settle in for the night, take a moment to soak in the breathtaking sunset views over the islands of Waigeo and Gam, painting the horizon in stunning colors. It’s the perfect way to end a fantastic day of diving!

We will sail overnight and today you will wake up on Kawe Island, situated right on the equator, and one of our favorite spots to dive in northern Raja Ampat. The dive sites around Kawe are heavily influenced by changing conditions, but one of the standout sites is the vibrant Black Rock, with its colorful corals teeming with life. Later in the morning, we’ll explore Eagle Rock (which actually consists of 3 separate dive sites), a site renowned for its rich marine biodiversity, including Pygmy Seahorses and a healthy population of Manta Rays. It’s an exciting dive that will leave you in awe of the underwater wonders Raja Ampat has to offer.

After lunch, we will head to Wofoh North for a relaxing dive. Here, we will explore the sloping reefs covered with healthy coral gardens and teeming with schools of fish. The calm waters and striking beauty of this site make it the perfect way to end your diving adventure for the day.

Start your day with an early morning dive on Yeben Ridge, this dive site will guarantee an exciting start to the day with plenty of schooling fish and vibrant corals. After a hearty breakfast, we will head south to dive into the famed Islands of Piaynemo. Melissa’s Garden Dive Site is undoubtedly the top dive in this area, with a staggering number of coral and fish species packed into this small piece of marine real estate. It gets its name from an amazing hard coral garden situated on a reef between 3 small islands. Its beauty needs to be seen to be believed. Also on the dive schedule today are Barracuda Rock and Galaxy. Barracuda Rock is famous for, you guessed it, schools of Barracuda. But other than this the site is also home to an amazing array of soft coral species. Our night dive for today will be at Galaxy, this site has a nice mini wall to explore that’s exploding with soft corals and black coral.

Another highlight of today’s schedule will be the hike. The iconic limestone pinnacles have become as much a part of the Raja Ampat experience as the diving has, and Piaynemo lagoon/lookout is just one of many such stunning formations. The best time to hike this hill is late afternoon when the temperature has dropped and the lighting is a golden hue.

We wake up to Piaynemo island views for four more dives before we leave the area. First up will be My Reef, this site is always a very fishy dive, Barracuda, Wobbegongs, and Black Tip Reef Sharks love this spot. After breakfast, we will take you to the Kerou Channel. A great gentle drift dive down a mini wall and slope on the edge of Kerou Island.

After lunch, we will take you to one of the other favorites we often visit in this area, called the Batu Rufus dive site. This dramatic dive site has a 40m plus drop-off wall to the blue with amazing views at 20 meters when you look up and down at the stark landscape you are floating between. We will finish up the day with a night dive critter hunting on Piaynemo Jetty, a great way to finish up the last night dive of the trip.

We have an early start at Blue Magic, known for its dramatic underwater topography with an impressive submerged seamount. This site is teeming with life, from vibrant coral gardens to schools of fusiliers, snappers, and even reef sharks in the deeper areas. As you explore, you might spot Napoleon wrasses or turtles gliding by. Following breakfast we head to Mioskon Island for a more relaxed beach visit, and give you time to gas off before your flight the next day.

In the afternoon, we head a land to trek Kali Biru, where the lush rainforest meets crystal-clear waters. The trek offers breathtaking viewpoints overlooking Raja Ampat’s stunning seascape, a perfect complement to your underwater exploration. It’s a refreshing way to cap off your adventure-packed day in the heart of this tropical paradise.

La Galigo will be anchored up in the morning around 5:00 A.M. in Sorong, in preparation for you to catch your flight, or check in to your hotel. Guests are welcome to stay onboard until 11:00 A.M., and our staff will assist you with transportation to your desired location.

After breakfast, guests may also take the time to exchange photos and swap contact details to keep in touch with new friends and dive buddies!

La Galigo does not guarantee this outlined itinerary, and it is to be considered as a rough guideline. Information compiled here is based on past trips we  have conducted, and includes common dive sites and routes we often visit. Weather and sea conditions in the area can be unpredictable, and La Galigo  retains the right to alter an itinerary from advice of the shipʼs captain, cruise director, or owner for the safety of the vessel, its passenger and crew.

We will collect you from your hotel or Labuan Baja airport between 8:00 – 9:00 A.M. on the day of departure to welcome you onboard La Galigo. After a refreshing welcome drink, a quick breakfast, and a safety briefing of our vessel, we aim to anchor up around 10:00 am from Labuan Baja. After around two hours of sailing, we will arrive at our first destination, the islands of Sebayur Kecil and Sebayur Besar, where we will conduct two dives after lunch.

We have identified Sebayur as a fantastic, calm introduction for your first day in the park. These two great little islands are well sheltered from the infamous currents around Komada, allowing you a great opportunity to practice using your SMB, cameras, dive computers, or just to get back into the swing of things after a lengthy layoff from diving.

After a morning dive at stunning Tatawa Besar, we go in search of Manta rays at the world-class dive site  Manta Point  (known to the locals as Karang Makassar). After lunch, we will head to one of the highlights of Komodo diving the  Golden Passage  which is a drift dive that offers outstanding coral reef topography, as well as encounters with schools of Sweetlips and Snappers, White Tip Reef Sharks and the occasional passing Manta Ray.

Later that afternoon, we set sail for the northwest part of Komodo, for a light trek on the island of Gili Lawa Darat , to witness an amazing Komodo sunset, dipping behind the nearby active volcano of Sangeang. For the night dive, we will stay in the bay close to the trekking area, and dive at the site Stranger Things, for a chance to get your first glimpse of macro life in the national park

Day three is our personal favourite in terms of diving, and all three of the dives normally conducted on this day are what we would consider unforgettable.

The morning is spent on both  Crystal Rock  and  Castle Rock , two submerged pinnacles that are home to an abundance of marine life. Teams of hunting Giant and Big-Eye Trevally patrol the blue waters of the reefs, chasing large schools of smaller fish. Eagle Rays glide effortlessly in the currents whilst the reef sharks hunt for their next meal.

The afternoon sees us visit the legendary dive site known as  The Cauldron  (a.k.a The Shotgun). Famous for its rip-roaring drift dive, it is akin to an underwater rollercoaster that needs to be experienced to be believed, and a ‘bucket listʼ dive site for divers from across the world. Hold on until the end of the dive fora big surprise The night dive will be spent diving on Komodo Bay, depending on mooring conditions.

We wake early in the morning to take in one of Komodoʼs world-class golden sunrises, followed by one of its best dive sites, Batu Bolong, which presents us a chance to see large pelagic species such as Giant Trevally and Barracuda, as well as sharks and Napoleon Maori Wrasse. During breakfast, La Galigo will anchor up and head south into the centre of the park, where we will endeavour to dive Tatawa Kecil with itʼs strong currents and curious rock formations and swim throughs, this dive site is a high action topographical wonder. Up next is Siaba Besar, a fantastic night dive for the macro photographer, where it is possible to encounter Flamboyant Cuttlefish, Ghost Pipefish, various types of Nudibranchs, as well as the elusive Wunderpus and Blue-Ringed Octopus!

Staying around the Southwest Komodo area, we will dive Police Corner if conditions are favourable, one of the less-known but utterly amazing sites in Komodo.

In the late morning we plan to visit the island of Mauan, where Mantas come to visit its cleaning station, although shallow there is strong currents here that bring the Mantas in to play.

The afternoon will see us travel to Pink Beach, a gorgeous, shallow coral garden with schools of sweetlips and other colourful reef fish.

We then sail on to Soro Lia Bay for our exciting night dive.

Undisputedly, Manta Alley is among the top draws of southern Komodo diving, where sizable aggregations of Manta Rays often come to feed and clean in the splendid reef among these peculiar-looking rocks. We will dive into this incredible site before heading to  Padar Island , the location of the spectacular views you may associate with the national park after an online search for ‘Komodoʼ.

Padar is also home to some great south Komodo dive sites including Pillarsteen, which is the best wall dive in this region. Do note that it is difficult for us to confirm individual dive sites in advance due to changing ocean conditions in the south. However, the area is vast enough for us to be able to plan ahead and identify sites closer to the time (that are slightly more sheltered from any southerly conditions if they are unsteady during your trip).

In the afternoon we will make the trek up this unique-looking island for some stunning views over the park, followed by our night dive, which is regularly conducted at Padar Wreck, where we often encounter a population of Giant and other species of frogfish.

The final dive of your trip will be at Wainilu, a gorgeous, easy, shallow sandy slope with the chance to see macro critters such as Bobtailed Squid amongst the sand and fleshy marine vegetation. After the morningʼs diving and a hearty breakfast, we head on foot to Rinca Island , home to the legendary  Komodo Dragons  in the park. Later that afternoon La Galigo anchors up and sets sail east to Pulau Kalong, where at sunset an epic number of fruit bats leave this island in search of their sustenance on the mainland of Flores.

The night time sees our crew arrange a fancy BBQ banquet on the top deck as you take in your final Komodo sunset.

La Galigo will be anchored up in the morning around 2:00 A.M. in Labuan Bajo, in preparation for you to catch your flight, or check in to your hotel. Guests are welcome to stay onboard until 11:00 A.M., during which we have the chance to exchange trip images, and contacts so you can keep in touch with newfound dive buddies while we assist you with transportation to your desired location.

La Galigo does not guarantee this outlined itinerary, and it is to be considered as a rough guideline. Information compiled here is based on past trips we have conducted, and includes common dive sites and routes we often visit. Weather and sea conditions in the area can be unpredictable, and La Galigo retains the right to alter an itinerary from advice of the shipʼs captain, cruise director, or owner for the safety of the vessel, its passenger and crew.

Your adventure with La Galigo kicks off with a crew member greeting you for the transfer from the airport or your Sorong hotel to the harbor between 7:30 A.M. and 8:00 A.M. For those arriving on the day of departure, please make sure your flight lands before 7:30 A.M., so we can get settled and ready for the journey ahead.

After a warm welcome aboard, you’ll have the chance to meet the Cruise Director and our friendly crew. Once you’ve settled into your cabin, we’ll gather for a brief orientation before enjoying lunch. Afterward, you’ll have time to relax and unwind and take in the scenery as we sail toward the clearance point in Waisai.

This afternoon our ‘welcome dive’ is at the nearby island of  Saonek Kecil , where the calm waters provide the perfect introduction to your diving experience. After your check-out dive, you’ll have time to get comfortable, settle into your surroundings, and start looking forward to an exciting full day of diving ahead!

We start today in Gam Island, a region known for its vibrant reefs with opportunities to spot stunning macro subjects and enjoy colorful underwater scenes. Our first dive site will be Mangrove Ridge , start and finish this dive at the amazing roots of the saltwater mangroves. During the dive expect to see many black corals, small marine life, turtles, and larger fish such as Jacks. Two of the other standout dive sites around Gam that we frequently explore today are  Citrus Ridge  and Mayhem .

Citrus Ridge is famous for its dazzling orange and yellow soft corals that blanket the reef, creating a vibrant, picturesque underwater landscape. Mayhem, on the other hand, lives up to its name, offering the thrilling spectacle of pelagic predators hunting among swirling schools of baitfish atop a submerged seamount. Both dives offer something unique, from dramatic coral beauty to heart-pumping action, making them highlights of any Raja Ampat itinerary. As we prepare to settle in for the night, take a moment to soak in the breathtaking sunset views over the islands of Waigeo and Gam, painting the horizon in stunning colors. It’s the perfect way to end a fantastic day of diving!

Melissa’s Garden  dive site is the highlight of this area. Named for its stunning hard coral garden nestled between three small islands. Boasting an impressive diversity of coral and fish species packed into this small but vibrant marine habitat.

Another spot we may explore today is the  Keruo Channel  dive site, where you can enjoy a gentle drift dive along a mini wall and slope on the edge of Keru Island.

Additionally, we often visit the  Batu Rufus  dive site, known for its dramatic 40-meter drop-off wall leading into the blue. The views at 20 meters are breathtaking as you float between the stark underwater landscape, looking up and down at the striking scenery.

The iconic limestone pinnacles are part of Raja Ampat experience, with the Piaynemo lagoon and lookout being one of the breathtaking formations to discover. If you’re up for a hike, the best time is in the late afternoon during golden when the temperatures are cooler. The views from the top are absolutely worth the effort!

We start the day with two more exciting dives near Piaynemo before we move on to our next destination.

While dive sites may vary, we often explore the favorites such as Galaxy and  My Reef.  Galaxy features a beautiful mini wall teeming with soft corals and black coral, making for an enchanting underwater experience. My Reef is always a highlight, filled with marine life; you might spot barracudas, wobbegongs, and blacktip reef sharks here!

In the afternoon, as you unwind, we’ll set sail for the southern islands of Raja Ampat. This will be the longest crossing of our trip, but you’ll wake up tomorrow morning in the breathtaking waters of Misool.

Misool is a large island, surrounded by a stunning array of smaller satellite islands, creating a captivating landscape with numerous regions to explore. If the towering limestone pinnacles don’t take your breath away, diving at night among these rock formations surely will! Today, we’ll dive into the sites around Wayil , where you’ll escaped from civilization entirely.

Wayil offers a great selection of dive sites, all within easy reach of each other. One standout is the incredible  Four Kings  dive site, a group of towering pinnacles that are so large you might find it hard to navigate them in a single dive! This spot is also a favorite hangout for giant Manta Rays, along with giant trevally, Napoleon wrasse, and large snapper.

Another favorite is Barracuda Rock dive site, known for its unique underwater cavern and the impressive school of barracuda that patrols the area. We also enjoy diving at  Neptune’s Sea Fan  dive site, named for the stunning gorgonian sea fans that thrive here. Each dive in Misool offers an unforgettable adventure in this vibrant underwater paradise!

One of our dives today takes us to the iconic Boo Window dive site. This unique location features fascinating topography with window-like swim-throughs, making it perfect for capturing some stunning wide-angle photos. Keep an eye out for the Pygmy Seahorses hiding hiding in the sea fans.

Another highlight of the visit is the  Anchovy  dive site, which is one of our personal favorites. It’s an exhilarating dive where you can view schools of Mobula Rays weaving through the anchovies, creating a mesmerizing spectacle as they scatter in all directions. You might even catch a glimpse of the circling manta rays feeding just beyond the reef.

We’ll also visit the Nudi Rock dive site, a gem of South Raja Ampat. This site features a rock at the surface that strikingly resembles a Nudibranch, and below, you’ll find vibrant coral and a wealth of marine life thriving in the currents. Each dive today promises to be an unforgettable adventure!

The diving in this part of Misool offers an incredible experience, showcasing pristine coral life and the Giant Manta Rays near the Misool Eco Resort .

We have two fantastic sites to explore: Whale Rock dive site and  Tank Rock  dive site, are both known for their soft corals and vibrant schools of fish. Depending on the conditions and logistics with Misool Eco Resort, we’ll decide which site we’ll dive.

Weather permitting, we aim to dive at the Shadow Reef dive site (also known as Karang Bayangan or  Magic Mountain ). This location is true standout in this remote corner of Raja Ampat, situated in the unprotected southern waters of Misool. It’s not uncommon to encounter oceanic Manta Rays gracefully gliding through the water here, making it a hard dive to beat!

On the penultimate day of our adventure, we’ll start the day with a dive at the Andiamo Dive Site, a perfect way to wrap up your Raja Ampat South Misool journey. Here, you’ll have the chance to spot pygmy Seahorses, hunting giant trevallies, and plenty of barracuda.

The final dive of your trip will conclude at Warna Berwarna Dive Site, where you can look forward to vibrant sea fans, schools of fusiliers, and the iconic Bumphead Parrot Fish.

Our return journey to Sorong is approximately 18 hours depending on currents and prevailing weather conditions. To celebrate an incredible trip, our crew prepares a delicious al fresco dinner. Join us for a night of music and dance as we party the night away!

Today we bid farewell to Raja Ampat as we arrive in Sorong around 5:00am in plenty of time for a morning flight or if you prefer a leisurely morning, guests are welcome to stay onboard until 11:00am and our crew will be on hand to assist you with transportation to your next destination.

After breakfast, feel free to take some time to exchange photos and swap contact details, ensuring you stay connected with your new friends and dive buddies!

Your adventure with La Galigo kicks off with a crew member greeting you for the transfer from the airport or your Sorong hotel to the harbor between 7:30 A.M. and 8:00 A.M. For those arriving on the day of departure, please make sure your flight lands before 7:30 A.M., so we can get settled and ready for the journey ahead.

After a warm welcome aboard, you’ll have the chance to meet the Cruise Director and our friendly crew. Once you’ve settled into your cabin, we’ll gather for a brief orientation before enjoying lunch. Afterward, you’ll have time to relax and unwind and take in the scenery as we sail toward the check-dive point in Batanta.

This afternoon our ‘welcome dive’ is at the island of Pulau Ayemi, where the calm waters provide the perfect introduction to your diving experience. After your check-out dive, you’ll have time to get comfortable, settle into your surroundings, and start looking forward to an exciting full day of diving ahead tomorrow.

Wake up to the tranquil beauty of Batanta, one of Raja Ampat’s jewels and home to some of the region’s most vibrant macro life. Today, we dedicate a full day to uncovering the hidden gems of this lesser-traveled island. From critter-rich muck dives to stunning coral slopes, Batanta offers a unique contrast to the rest of the archipelago perfect for underwater photographers and macro lovers alike.

Dive sites may include Black Beauty, Algae Patch, or Happy Ending, known for their mimic octopus, nudibranchs, seahorses, and occasional walking sharks. With calm waters and rich biodiversity, it’s the ideal setting to dial in your buoyancy and camera settings for the days ahead.

As the sun sets, we begin our overnight journey north toward the lush island of GAM setting the stage for another spectacular day of diving tomorrow.

Begin your day with an exciting dive at Manta Sandy, one of Raja Ampat’s best-known cleaning stations for manta rays. Here, you’ll have the chance to watch these graceful giants glide through the water as they come to be cleaned by smaller fish. After this awe-inspiring experience, head to Mayhem, where you’ll witness vibrant marine life in action. Known for its pelagic feeding frenzies, this dive site offers a thrilling view of larger predators hunting among swirling schools of fish.

After a lunch break, we continue to Citrus Ridge, famous for its colorful orange and yellow soft corals that make for stunning underwater photography. The rich biodiversity at this site includes everything from small critters to larger pelagics cruising by.

Pretty Shallows is a relaxing dive where we will explore its sloping reefs covered with healthy coral gardens and teeming with schools of fish. The calm waters and striking beauty of this site make it the perfect way to end your diving adventure.

As we prepare to settle in for the night, take a moment to soak in the breathtaking sunset views over the islands of Waigeo and Gam, painting the horizon in stunning colors. It’s the perfect way to end a fantastic day of diving!

We will sail overnight and today you will wake up on Kawe Island, situated right on the equator, and one of our favorite spots to dive in northern Raja Ampat. The dive sites around Kawe are heavily influenced by changing conditions, but one of the standout sites is the vibrant Black Rock, with its colorful corals teeming with life. Later in the morning, we’ll explore Eagle Rock (which actually consists of 3 separate dive sites), a site renowned for its rich marine biodiversity, including Pygmy Seahorses and a healthy population of manta rays. It’s an exciting dive that will leave you in awe of the underwater wonders Raja Ampat has to offer. In the afternoon we will move the boat to the beautiful Aljui Bay, for a spectacular dive on the wall at White Arrow dive site, followed by a night dive under the Pearl Farm Jetty.

After a lunch break, we continue to Citrus Ridge, famous for its colorful orange and yellow soft corals that make for stunning underwater photography. The rich biodiversity at this site includes everything from small critters to larger pelagics cruising by.

Wofoh North is a relaxing dive where we will explore its sloping reefs covered with healthy coral gardens and teeming with schools of fish. The calm waters and striking beauty of this site make it the perfect way to end your diving adventure.

We start the day at Wofo South. A great wall dive with some impressive black coral as well as some good bommies, look out for interesting critters here like Halameda ghost pipefish.

After breakfast we will head to Wofoh North, this is a relaxing dive where we will explore the sloping reefs covered with healthy coral gardens and teeming with schools of fish. The calm waters and striking beauty of this site make it the perfect way to end your diving adventure for the day.

In the afternoon we will move the boat to Batang Pele Island to check out some of the great ridge dives there. A few of the spots that we regularly dive here are Tamangui Ridge 1 & 2.

Start your day with an early morning dive on Yeben Ridge, this dive site will guarantee an exciting start to the day with plenty of schooling fish and vibrant corals. After a hearty breakfast we will head south to dive to the famed Islands of Piaynemo. Melissa’s Garden Dive Site is undoubtedly the top dive in this area, with a staggering number of coral and fish species packed into this small piece of marine real estate.

It gets its name from an amazing hard coral garden situated on a reef between 3 small islands. Its beauty needs to be seen to be believed. Also on the dive schedule today are Barracuda Rock and Galaxy. Barracuda Rock is famous for, you guessed it, schools of Barracuda. But other than this the site is also home to an amazing array of soft coral species. Our night dive for today will be at Galaxy, this site has a nice mini wall to explore that’s exploding with soft corals and black coral.

Another highlight of today’s schedule will be the hike. The iconic limestone pinnacles have become as much a part of the Raja Ampat experience as the diving has, and Piaynemo lagoon/lookout is just one of many such stunning formations. The best time to hike this hill is late afternoon when the temperature has dropped and the lighting is a golden hue.

We wake up to Piaynemo Island views for four more dives before we leave the area. First up will be My Reef, this site is always a very fishy dive, Barracuda, Wobbegongs, and Black Tip Reef Sharks love this spot. After breakfast, we will take you to the Kerou Channel. A great gentle drift dive down a mini wall and slope on the edge of Kerou Island.

After lunch, we will take you to one of the other favorites we often visit in this area, called the Batu Rufus dive site. This dramatic dive site has a 40m plus drop-off wall to the blue with amazing views at 20 meters when you look up and down at the stark landscape you are floating between. We will finish up the day with a night dive critter hunting on Piaynemo Jetty, a great way to finish up the last night dive of the trip.

On our final full day in Raja Ampat, we take a more relaxed approach to ensure everyone is well-prepared for onward travel. In the morning, we’ll enjoy a single, unhurried dive at Friwen Wall, a site famous for its dramatic vertical drop covered in soft corals and sponges. Here, you can drift gently along the reef, spotting schools of fusiliers, sweetlips, and the occasional turtle gliding past. It’s a wonderful last underwater memory before we prepare for the journey home.

After surfacing, the rest of the day is reserved for land-based activities and relaxation. Following breakfast, we’ll head ashore for a short trek to Kali Biru, where a winding river of turquoise water flows through lush rainforest. The walk is a chance to stretch your legs, breathe in the jungle air, and capture breathtaking views from the wooden platforms overlooking Raja Ampat’s emerald lagoons.

The evening is free to share stories, exchange photos, and soak in the final sunset of your adventure.

Today we bid farewell to Raja Ampat as we arrive in Sorong around 5:00am in plenty of time for a morning flight or if you prefer a leisurely morning, guests are welcome to stay onboard until 11:00am and our crew will be on hand to assist you with transportation to your next destination.

After breakfast, feel free to take some time to exchange photos and swap contact details, ensuring you stay connected with your new friends and dive buddies!

La Galigo does not guarantee this outlined itinerary, and it is to be considered as a rough guideline. Information compiled here is based on past trips we  have conducted, and includes common dive sites and routes we often visit. Weather and sea conditions in the area can be unpredictable, and La Galigo  retains the right to alter an itinerary from advice of the shipʼs captain, cruise director, or owner for the safety of the vessel, its passenger and crew.

Our journey begins in Bali, where we embark La Galigo in Benoa and settle in with a welcome drink, a light breakfast and a full vessel and dive safety briefing. Once everyone is comfortable onboard, we leave Bali behind and set a course east towards Nusa Penida. Around midday we arrive off the dramatic coastline near Broken Beach. After lunch, we plan our first check dive in the area, giving everyone the chance to become familiar with their equipment, buoyancy and our diving procedures before the adventure properly gets underway. As with all of our diving, the exact site will be selected according to the conditions on the day. Later in the afternoon we move towards Toyapakeh, where we plan our first night dive of the trip. With the sun down and the reef taking on a completely different character, it is a wonderful introduction to the smaller nocturnal life of Nusa Penida. We will remain around Toyapakeh for the night.

Day two begins with one of Bali's best known marine encounters as we head south towards Manta Point. The site is famous for the opportunity to dive alongside majestic Manta Rays, which visit the area to feed and make use of the cleaning stations around the reef. From here we continue to Crystal Bay for our second dive. Clear blue water, a beautiful reef and the possibility of exciting blue-water encounters make this one of Nusa Penida's classic dive sites. Conditions here can change quickly, so our guides will assess the current and choose the most suitable entry and dive plan for the group. After the day's diving, La Galigo anchors up and begins the longer crossing towards Southwest Lombok. This gives you time to relax on deck, enjoy the sunset and settle into the rhythm of life onboard as we continue east through the Indonesian archipelago.

We wake in the waters of Southwest Lombok for a full day of diving. This is a part of the itinerary where the final dive sites are deliberately kept flexible, allowing our Cruise Director and guides to select the best reefs according to the wind, swell and current on the day. We plan up to four dives across the area, exploring a mixture of coral reefs, slopes and current-swept terrain. It is a chance to enjoy a quieter side of Lombok diving before we continue north, with plenty of time underwater and a wide variety of reef life to search for between dives. After our final dive, La Galigo sets course for the Gili Islands. We aim to arrive around Gili Trawangan later in the evening, where we will find a sheltered mooring for the night

This morning we explore two of Gili Trawangan's best-known dive sites, beginning at Deep Turbo. The site offers an enjoyable combination of reef structure and deeper water, giving us the chance to search the blue while still enjoying the colourful reef below. Our second dive is planned at Shark Point, a classic Gili site where reef sharks, turtles and schooling fish are among the encounters we may hope to see. As always, the strength and direction of the current will determine the final dive plan. Following the second dive, we begin one of the longest passages of the itinerary and sail east towards Moyo Island. The rest of the day is spent cruising across the Flores Sea, giving you time to relax, edit photos, enjoy the open decks and watch the islands of Indonesia slowly pass by.

We arrive at Moyo Island in the morning and begin the day underwater at One Mile Reef, followed by a second dive at Angel Reef. Moyo is surrounded by beautiful coral reefs and offers a relaxed contrast to the more current-driven diving that awaits later in the expedition. After lunch we swap fins for walking shoes and head ashore for one of Moyo's highlights: a trek through the island to its famous waterfall. The cool freshwater and lush surroundings make this a welcome change of pace after several days at sea. Depending on the conditions and the mood of the group, the evening may include a night dive or a beach BBQ before we return to La Galigo. Later that night we set sail for Saleh Bay, ready for a very different kind of encounter the following morning.

An early start brings us into Saleh Bay, where we go in search of the area's famous Whale Sharks. These gentle giants are regularly encountered around the traditional fishing platforms known locally as bagan, creating one of the most memorable wildlife experiences of the entire journey. The exact interaction will always be conducted according to local regulations and the conditions on the day. Once our time in Saleh Bay is complete, La Galigo begins the passage towards Satonda Island. By the afternoon we head ashore for a trek to the island's remarkable crater lake, a peaceful volcanic landscape tucked away behind the coastline. We finish the day with sunset around Satonda and, conditions permitting, the option of a night dive before departing for Sangeang. It is a full day that combines big-animal encounters, a land excursion and another beautiful crossing through the islands of West Nusa Tenggara.

Today we arrive beneath the imposing volcanic slopes of Sangeang Api. The island's volcanic character gives the coastline a very different atmosphere from the reefs we have visited so far, and we plan two daytime dives in the area with the final sites chosen according to conditions. The afternoon is kept flexible. Where timing and local arrangements allow, we may include a short village visit to experience a little of life around Sangeang before returning to the vessel. This visit remains subject to confirmation and may be adjusted as the trip develops. As the sun drops behind the volcano, we prepare for either a sunset or night dive before La Galigo begins the overnight passage towards Northwest Komodo. By morning we will be entering one of the most celebrated diving regions in Indonesia.

Day eight is dedicated to the high-energy diving of Northwest Komodo, and for many divers this is one of the standout days of the entire trip. We begin with Castle Rock and Crystal Rock, two submerged pinnacles exposed to the open water and famous for the action that gathers around them. Strong currents can bring schooling fish, hunting trevally and reef sharks into the blue, while the reefs themselves are covered with colourful life. In the afternoon we move to The Cauldron, better known as Shotgun. When the tide is right this current-driven dive provides an exhilarating ride through the channel and is one of Komodo's signature underwater experiences. We finish the day with a night dive in a more sheltered area, selected according to the conditions and our overnight mooring.

We move into Central Komodo for a day built around three very different dive sites. Our first stop is planned at Mawan, where Manta Rays are often the main attraction and the shallow reef provides a beautiful setting for watching them move through the water. From Mawan we continue to Karang Makassar, another of Komodo's famous manta areas. The dive is generally conducted as a drift, allowing the current to carry us across the long reef while we keep an eye out for mantas cruising, feeding or visiting cleaning areas. Later in the day we head to Batu Bolong, one of the park's iconic reef dives. This small rock rises from deep water and supports an extraordinary concentration of marine life. The exact route around the site is carefully planned around the tide, after which we finish with a night dive at a sheltered location nearby.

The tenth day is intentionally flexible, giving us the freedom to follow the best conditions in either Central or Southern Komodo. The final decision will be made by the Captain and Cruise Director after considering the wind, current, swell and the experience of the group. We plan three daytime dives, choosing from the strongest options available in the area. Central Komodo can offer colourful reefs, current-swept channels and excellent fish life, while the southern part of the park is influenced by cooler, nutrient-rich water and presents a noticeably different underwater environment. After the third dive we settle into a protected anchorage and prepare for one more night dive. This flexibility is an important part of diving Komodo, allowing us to make the most of the park rather than forcing a fixed site when the conditions suggest a better alternative.

Our penultimate day brings the underwater part of the journey towards its close. Depending on the conditions and final routing, we plan our last dive around Pink Beach or Wainilu. Both areas offer a more relaxed finish to the diving, with the final site selected to suit the timing of the day's land activities. After breakfast we head ashore for a guided trek inside Komodo National Park. This is our opportunity to experience the landscape above water and, where conditions and park arrangements allow, search for the legendary Komodo Dragons in their natural environment. Later in the afternoon La Galigo moves towards the mangroves for one final natural spectacle. At sunset, thousands of fruit bats can be seen leaving their roost and crossing the evening sky in search of food on the mainland. It is a fitting final sunset before we sail towards Labuan Bajo for our last night onboard.

La Galigo will be anchored in Labuan Bajo in the morning, bringing our 12-day journey from Bali through Lombok, Sumbawa and Komodo to an end. After breakfast, guests are welcome to remain onboard until approximately 11:00 A.M. We will have time to exchange photographs and contacts, say goodbye to new dive buddies and enjoy one final coffee with the crew before disembarkation. Our team will then assist with your transfer to the airport or your local hotel in Labuan Bajo, leaving you with a collection of memories from one of Indonesia's most varied liveaboard routes.

Your journey begins in Sorong, where our crew welcomes you aboard La Galigo. After settling into your cabin and a short safety briefing, we set sail towards Saonek.

Our first dive is a relaxed check dive at Saonek, perfect for adjusting your gear and buoyancy. Saonek Jetty follows, where frogfish, cuttlefish, and the rare walking shark give an exciting introduction to Raja Ampat’s diversity.

As evening falls, enjoy dinner and sunset on deck, a gentle start to your adventure and a chance to connect with fellow travellers.

We begin at Chicken Reef, buzzing with fusiliers and reef sharks. At Lao Lao, soft corals and sea fans provide a colourful backdrop while turtles drift by.

In the afternoon, Mioskon offers huge schools of glassfish, often disrupted by hunting trevallies. Our final dive, Batu Lima, features bommies rising from sandy bottoms, each teeming with marine life.

Evenings are spent unwinding on deck, swapping stories, or watching the sunset with a drink in hand.

Morning dives take us to Blue Magic, known for barracuda, trevallies, and the chance of oceanic mantas. Cape Kri follows, boasting the world record for fish species in a single dive.

After lunch, we head to Sawandarek, where coral gardens, giant clams, and friendly turtles make for a relaxing contrast.

As night falls, those keen for more can join a night dive, when ghost pipefish, lionfish, and squid transform the reef.

We begin at Manta Sandy, where mantas glide gracefully over cleaning stations. Mayhem is next, living up to its name with strong currents and dense schools of fish.

Later, Citrus Ridge provides gentler conditions and a chance to explore colourful coral slopes filled with critters.

Our evening is spent in sheltered Gam Bay, with an optional night dive to spot nudibranchs, squid, and the rare walking shark.

We dive Yefnabi and Yeben reefs, vibrant with sharks, barracuda, and reef fish. Batu Rufus follows, with limestone cliffs above and rich marine life below.

In the afternoon, we hike Piaynemo’s famous viewpoint, rewarded with breathtaking views of turquoise lagoons and scattered limestone islets.

As the sun sets, we dive Galaxy Jetty, alive with critters and unusual nocturnal behaviour.

The day begins at My Reef, a current-swept ridge where fusiliers and trevallies race through the blue. Melissa’s Garden follows, with vast hard coral fields filled with anthias and reef fish.

After lunch, we enjoy one last dive in Piaynemo before beginning our overnight journey south to Misool.

Guests often use this evening to relax on deck, read, or share stories while the boat cruises steadily overnight.

We arrive in Misool and snorkel at Jellyfish Lake, home to thousands of harmless jellyfish. At Anchovies, massive bait balls attract predators like tuna and trevallies.

Later, we dive either Nudi Rock or Tank Rock, both known for dramatic drop-offs and bustling fish life. In the afternoon, Wedding Cake offers tiered coral formations with life at every level.

Optional night diving reveals Misool’s nocturnal creatures, including decorator crabs, cuttlefish, and squid.

Kaleidoskop greets us with colourful soft corals and pygmy seahorses. Four Kings follows, a set of pinnacles alive with barracuda, sharks, and trevallies.

After lunch, Neptune Sea Fan offers giant sea fans often hiding pygmy seahorses. A shallower dive at a calm lagoon such as Tracking Lagoon Love rounds off the day.

Dinner is enjoyed under the stars in a quiet Misool bay, the perfect close to another vibrant day.

We start at Shadow Reef (Magic Mountain), famous for manta encounters and sharks patrolling its ridge. Eagle Nest follows, often filled with fusiliers and barracuda.

In the afternoon, Boo Windows offers swim-throughs lit by shafts of sunlight and reefs bursting with soft corals.

As sunset arrives, optional night diving takes place at Romeo or Juliet, where nocturnal life brings a new dimension to Misool.

We return to explore more of Misool. Morning dives take us to either Nudi Rock or Tank Rock, packed with action from strong currents and swarming fish.

Boo East brings gentler conditions with coral gardens and sea fans, showing another side of Misool. Later, we may revisit Tank Rock for another thrilling pinnacle dive.

At night, another chance is offered to dive either Romeo or Juliet, a treat for macro lovers.

We begin at Warna Berwarna, filled with colourful corals and lively fish schools. At Andiamo, pelagics like trevallies and tuna make a final appearance.

Our last dive is a relaxed one, offering time to savour the underwater beauty before heading back.

In the afternoon, we pack and prepare for a farewell dinner celebration as La Galigo begins the overnight crossing to Sorong.

After breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye. Transfers are arranged for the airport or local hotels.

Guests leave with photos, stories, and memories of incredible reefs, manta encounters, and limestone landscapes.

For many, it’s not a farewell, but a promise to return to Raja Ampat and La Galigo once again.

Welcome aboard La Galigo in Labuan Bajo. After a welcome drink and our vessel and dive-safety briefings, we leave the harbour behind and begin our journey west through the Indonesian archipelago. Around Sebayur Slope, a relaxed check dive gives everyone time to settle into their equipment, fine-tune buoyancy and get to know the way we dive. Sebayur is also a lovely setting for night diving, when the reef's smaller nocturnal life begins to emerge. Back aboard, dinner is waiting and our Komodo-to-Bali expedition is underway.

Central Komodo gives us a varied mix of manta areas, current-washed reefs and extraordinary fish life. Mawan and Karang Makassar are known for manta rays gliding above the reef to feed or visit cleaning stations. Batu Bolong rises from deep water and supports an astonishing concentration of marine life. Together, these sites show three very different faces of Central Komodo, with the tide setting the rhythm for the day. After dark, a sheltered reef named Stranger Things provides the backdrop for some of the smaller and stranger creatures that remain hidden by day.

Today brings together the underwater and topside worlds of Komodo National Park. Pink Beach and Golden Passage bring together colourful reef scenery, moving water and the possibility of larger marine life. A guided Komodo trek takes us through the wild, sun-baked landscape in search of the legendary Komodo dragon. Sightings are never guaranteed, but simply walking through this ancient landscape is an experience in itself. Night diving in a sheltered area offers another chance to see how the reef transforms after dark.

Today is devoted to the exhilarating diving of Northwest Komodo. Castle Rock, Crystal Rock and The Cauldron - better known as Shotgun - are the iconic names here. These celebrated sites combine thriving reefs with open water and strong currents that can bring schooling fish, hunting trevally and reef sharks into view. Our Cruise Director will choose the safest and most rewarding order for the tide and the experience of the group. Night diving in a more sheltered setting reveals the smaller creatures that emerge once the reef grows quiet.

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Satonda offers a gentle change of pace, with time beneath the surface and ashore. Satonda combines diving around the island with time ashore, where a short trail leads inland to the crater lake - a quiet volcanic landscape hidden just beyond the coast. A sunset or night dive offers a beautiful way to close the day before La Galigo continues towards Saleh Bay.

In Saleh Bay, we hope to experience one of the expedition's most memorable wildlife encounters: whale sharks. These gentle giants are regularly seen around the traditional fishing platforms known locally as bagans. Every interaction follows local regulations and the conditions on the day, allowing us to share the water with patience and respect. Moyo's colourful reefs offer a relaxed contrast to the more current-driven diving earlier in the journey. Later, La Galigo begins her passage towards Gili Trawangan.

Gili Trawangan brings together easy island atmosphere and two of the Gilis' best-known dive sites. Deep Turbo offers sculpted reef and deeper water, while Shark Point is a Gili favourite known for turtles, schooling fish and the possibility of reef sharks. The currents give every visit its own character. A relaxed island visit and beach barbecue give us a chance to stretch our legs and enjoy the Gilis from above the water.

We continue west to a quieter corner of Lombok for another change of underwater scenery. Our Cruise Director and guides will select the best reefs for the day's wind, swell and current. Across the dives, we can expect coral gardens, sloping reefs and a rich mix of marine life. From Lombok, La Galigo crosses towards Nusa Penida and the sheltered waters near Toyapakeh, a site recently identified as the worlds largest living reef. Toyapakeh comes alive after dark, revealing the reef's smaller nocturnal life.

Today brings one of the expedition's signature combinations: manta rays, dramatic reef scenery and, the possibility of encountering the elusive mola mola. Crystal Bay and Manta Point are among Nusa Penida's celebrated sites. Manta rays may sweep over the cleaning stations, while Crystal Bay offers clear blue water, a vibrant reef and the chance of open-water encounters. Wildlife is never guaranteed, but every dive here carries a sense of possibility. The dramatic coastline near Broken Beach offers another striking setting, while sheltered reefs take on a completely different character after dark. Together, these sites capture the variety that makes

Our final full day gives us more time to enjoy Nusa Penida, both in the water and ashore. The day blends more time around Crystal Bay with a visit to the famous viewpoint above Kelingking Beach. A relaxed barbecue at Diamond Beach gives us time to enjoy Nusa Penida above the water before La Galigo begins the journey back to Bali. After days of diving, island crossings and wildlife encounters, it is a fitting way to spend our final afternoon together.

In the early hours, La Galigo sets sail from Nusa Penida to Benoa, as our 12-day expedition comes to a close. As Bali comes back into view, there is time for one final coffee with the crew, to exchange photographs and contact details, and to say goodbye to new dive friends before disembarkation at approximately 11:00 am. Our team will then assist with your transfer to I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) or a local Bali hotel. You leave with salt in your hair, a camera full of colour and memories of manta rays, whale sharks, volcanic reefs, Komodo dragons and the many quiet moments that make life at sea so special. Until next time - sampai jumpa.