May 19 – May 29, 2027

Day 1 MAUMERE After boarding Adelaar in Maumere in the North of Flores, you will enjoy your first day on board whilst cruising along the Flores coast into the sunset. Day 2 PALUE The steep walls of the volcanic Island Palue to the North of Central Flores are covered in soft corals and gorgonians - with a bit of luck we might even spot a pygmy seahorse or some of the rare nudibranchs found on these reefs. (2 day dives) Day 3 TATAWA KOMODO NATIONAL PARK The constant current feeding the corals around the Tatawa islands make sure that the surrounding reefs are as colorful as tropical reefs can get. The dusk dive gives us a rare chance to observe the beautiful mandarin fish's mating rituals. (3 day dives, 1 dusk dive) Day 4 CENTRAL KOMODO NATIONAL PARK In the morning we visit the island of Rinca to spot some of the terrestrial wildlife found in the park - with the Komodo dragons as highlights. After the walk, we'll dive some of the action-packed sites of the central section of the park - stunning coral reefs bathed in a dazzling explosion of colorful fish life, that will make any diver beg for more of the same. (2 day dives, 1 night dive) Day 5 GILI LAWA NORTH KOMODO NATIONAL PARK The seamounts and drift dives around the Gili Lawa islands in the northernmost part of the park are deservedly amongst the signature dive sites of the Komodo archipelago - a real diver's dream. In the evening, the effort of climbing up to the viewpoint will be rewarded with a glorious sunset over the whole national park. (3 day dives, 1 night dive) Day 6 SOUTH RINCA KOMODO NATIONAL PARK Extraordinarily healthy and unique reefs that shelter an abundance of weird and wonderful critters make this part of the Komodo national park a photographer's dream. (3 day dives, 1 night dive) Day 7 SOUTH KOMODO NATIONAL PARK Today is dedicated to manta rays: we check out "Manta Alley", arguably one of the world's best sites to observe the gentle giants. (3 day dives, 1 night dive) Day 8 BANTA Hard coral formations on Bantas white sandy substrate dominate the underwater landscape that provides the setting for today's underwater adventure. They are the home of a multitude of fish, turtles, sea snakes, reef sharks and the occasional eagle and manta rays. (3 day dives, 1 night dive) Day 9 TELUK SALEH Teluk Saleh Bay (Sumbawa) where we will spend time with the surfacing Whale sharks. This permanent aggregate of whale sharks have recently been discovered. Conservation International was instrumental in tagging the sharks and educating the local villages on conservation measures to preserve the habitat of these gentle giants. Our onboard team works closely with the local village who guide us to the spots of recent sightings. Early morning snorkeling and diving session with the sea giants. In the afternoon muck diving in Balahai followed by a night dive (2-day dives, 1-night dive). Day 10 MOYO Clear, warm water with lots of fish await you on the last day of diving on the seamounts off the island of Moyo. An optional village visit with a stroll to a nearby waterfall is also possible. (2 day dives) DAY 11 BALI After a last delicious breakfast it is time to say goodbye and disembark - until the next time. (Itinerary might vary depending on weather and sea conditions.)