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The image of a maze of limestone islands topped with greenery and surrounded by turquoise lagoons has captivated westerners since the first sailors set foot on this region in the fifteenth century. The same soft limestone creates a very interesting topography underwater, with caves, canyons, passages and swim-throughs in virtually every dive. Fed by the nutrient-rich tidal currents from the Pacific, the myriad of little islets produce exuberant reefs, with pastel-colored soft corals, gigantic sea fans on many different shades and colors, and countless other forms of sessile life. More of 75% of the world's reef building coral species known to science occur here, and fish life boasts a similar record, with over 1.400 species of fish, from which more than 20 are endemic to the waters of Raja Ampat.

The Four Kings (or Raja Ampat, as the four islands of Waigeo, Batanta, Salawati and Misool are commonly referred to), are a true diving paradise. With its outstanding landscapes of limestone karst spires, primitive fishing villages, vast expanses of mangroves, and of course birds of Paradise, it is without a shadow of a doubt one of the best diving destinations in the world.

Day 1:

Pick up at Sorong airport, transfer to the ship, welcome drink and accommodation. Check dive in the afternoon at Pulau Saonek and overnight somewhere nearby.

Day 2: Dampier Strait

Diving in the fabulous reefs of the Dampier Straits: Mioskon, Cape Kri and Sawandarek, among others. Night navigation to the bay of Aljuy.

Day 3: Aljuy Bay

Two dives in Waterlogged, guided visit to the pearl farm to see the process of elaboration of this interesting industry, and afternoon and night diving in the company's docks.

Day 4: Kawe

Equator crossing and full day diving at Kawe: Two dives at Eagle Rock, afternoon dive at Black Rock, and night dive near Wayag.

Day 5: Wayag

Diving around the Wayag region, at Pelagic Rock, Figure Eight Island and The Cathedral. In the afternoon ascent to the Wayag viewpoint, and at night in the lagoon.

Day 6: Fam

Diving in the group of islands around Fam: Galaxy, Keruo Reef and Melissa's Garden. Ascent to the Fam viewpoint between dives, and at night around the anchorage.

Day 7: Yengefo

Full day of diving in Yengefo, west of Gam: Mayhem, Citrus Ridge and Karang Lalosi. In the afternoon visit to the town of Airborek and at night on its docks.

Day 8: Birds of Paradise

Excursion at sunrise to see the Birds of Paradise. Then dive at Mike's Point and in the afternoon at Chicken reef. Night in front of the town of Yenbeser.

Day 9: Sardine Reef

Immersion in Sardine Reef and Blue Magic. In the afternoon navigation back to Sorong and preparations to fly the next morning.

Advertencia: Los itinerarios son solamente orientativos y pueden ser modificados a causa de la climatología, estado del mar u otros factores externos.

Cruise fees cover police, diving, tourist and port permits:

• €250/pax on Raja Ampat, Forgotten Islands, Banda Sea and Cenderawasih cruises.
• "€200/pax on 5/7 night Komodo cruises on board or €250/person on 8/12 night Komodo cruises on board.

These may be paid on board when requested by our Cruise Director or together with the payment of the cruise price.

* All our routes include the same number of nights as days, embarkation on the first day and disembarkation on the last day published early in the morning.
* Departures are only guaranteed with a minimum of 6 passengers on the SMY Ondina.