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Indonesia Voyage: Komodo, Papua & Great Barrier Reef
Tour Description:
Discover the tribal traditions, natural wonders
and paradisiacal shores of Indonesia,
Papua and Australia. Exploring with A&K’s
remarkable Expedition Team, enjoy nature
walks, local village visits, Zodiac excursions,
and opportunities to snorkel and scuba dive.
Experience stunning Komodo National Park
and its impressive dragon, West Papua’s
brilliant marine ecosystems, the storied
spice islands of Maluku and Banda, and the
astonishing Great Barrier Reef.
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Destination & Sightseeing
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1 - Bali, Indonesia
Arrive in Bali, where you are met and transferred to your
luxurious beachfront resort. Tonight, join your fellow guests
and A&K’s Expedition Team for a welcome dinner.
Day 2 - Bali
Bali’s rich culture and deep spirituality play out across this
“Island of the Gods.” Today, you might explore the central
highlands, the emerald Jatiluwih Rice Terraces, the region’s
stunning temples or the beaches of Bukit Peninsula. Return
to your luxury resort for an evening at leisure.
Day 3 - Bali
Head to Denpasar, Bali’s lively capital. Here, discover the
lotus throne of Jagatnatha Temple and the fortifications of Jro Kuta Palace. Later, board
your luxury expedition cruiser.
Day 4 - Satonda Island
Cruise to Indonesia’s Lesser Sunda Islands, coming ashore at
Satonda, a secluded island paradise formed from the caldera
of an ancient volcano. Here, swim or snorkel the peaceful
crater lake and learn its moving Indigenous origin story, a
tragic tale involving the tears of a forlorn king.
Day 5 - Komodo National Park
Renowned for its namesake dragons, Komodo National
Park beguiles visitors with its striking pink sands, sweeping
coastal terrain and dazzling marine life. Once ashore,
track the seldom-encountered Komodo dragon with your
naturalist guide. Then, enjoy an opportunity to snorkel or
dive the biodiverse reefs offshore.
Day 6 - Alor Island
Cruise amid the white sand beaches and clear bays of the
Alor archipelago, coming ashore on the island of Alor to visit
the Indigenous Takpala peoples’ local village, museum and
market. Alternatively, don your scuba gear for a remarkable
diving adventure in the pristine waters of the Alor
archipelago.
Day 7 - At Sea
Enjoy a relaxing day of onboard programming, including
lectures from your Expedition Team.
Day 8 - Maluku Islands
Sail to the spice islands of Maluku’s Banda archipelago, the
only source of nutmeg and mace in colonial times. Come
ashore on Banda Island to explore its eclectic architecture, or
snorkel or dive the spectacular reefs offshore.
Day 9 - Maluku Islands
Continue to the southeastern Maluku Islands and the the Kai
archipelago, heading ashore to relax on pristine white-sand
beaches, or swim or snorkel its azure waters.
Day 10 - West Papua
Cruise to West Papua, Indonesia’s easternmost enclave. West
Papua comprises roughly half the landmass of New Guinea
Island and harbors an astounding wealth of biodiversity
both onshore and off. Embark on a Zodiac excursion to the
Mommon Peninsula and Kiti-Kiti Waterfall, its breathtaking
falls cascading from a tropical rainforest into the open sea
below. Later, cruise to the remote island of Karas for an
afternoon of swimming or diving.
Day 11 - Triton Bay
Continue east to Triton Bay, a world-renowned dive site
harboring the planet’s greatest biodiversity of fish and
coral species. Here, dive into an aquatic paradise of pygmy
seahorses, marlin, sweetlips and soft corals. Additionally,
embark on a Zodiac excursion of the bay’s magnificent
rainforest-capped karst formations.
Day 12 - Papua
Arrive in Agats, the capital of South Papua’s Asmat Regency.
This culturally diverse region harbors some 44 Indigenous
tribes that remain largely isolated from the modern world.
Here, experience a traditional war canoe greeting and browse
the crafts of local artisans.
Day 13 - At Sea
Unwind aboard at the pool or spa, pausing for enriching
lectures about the Great Barrier Reef.
Day 14 - Thursday Island, Australia
Today, you might follow in Captain James Cook’s footsteps
as you land on the Australian soil of Thursday Island, a former pearl-diving boomtown and an enduring enclave of
Indigenous culture.
Day 15 - At Sea
Enjoy a relaxing day cruising the Coral Sea. Conditions
permitting, pause to snorkel or dive a magnificent reef.
Day 16 - Lizard Island
A jewel of the Great Barrier Reef, Lizard Island dazzles with
rugged mountains, glistening beaches and vibrant marine
life. Here, relax on a secluded beach, swim in the lagoon, join
a nature walk, or snorkel or dive the reef.
Day 17 - Cairns
Disembark in Cairns, where you are transferred to the
airport for your homebound departure or continue on to join
the post-tour extension.
