The Aliikai Voyage yacht offers a luxurious, personalized experience in Indonesia’s most stunning destinations, including Komodo, Raja Ampat, and remote islands. Expect spacious, well-appointed cabins, gourmet dining, and attentive service from a professional crew. The yacht is equipped with water sports gear like kayaks, jet skis, and diving equipment for adventurous guests. Enjoy relaxing on sun decks, with wellness services. The yacht emphasizes eco-friendly practices while providing a tailored itinerary based on your interests, offering the perfect balance of privacy, adventure, and relaxation in one of the world’s most beautiful regions.
Welcome onboard Aliikai Voyage. We depart Labuan Bajo to Sebayur Besar and Sebayar Kecil. The remainder of the day is reserved for diving or snorkeling the sights surrounding the islands, beach time, and trekking - if the tide allows. Return to the boat for a delicious al fresco dinner under the stars.
Today we awake to the view of the towering Sangeang volcano, located off the coast of Sumbawa. We will explore the island where we will view local shipwrights’ handcraft traditional boats with simple tools and traditional techniques passed down through generations. This afternoon you have the choice of hiking a rugged volcano or exploring one of the nearby reefs. Hot Rock Reef, suitable for both snorkeling/diving, emits hot gas bubbles up through fissures - a unique underwater experience. We return to the boat to enjoy dinner and sail to the nearby Gili Banta island.
Wake up to Indonesia’s beautiful seascapes. After a relaxing morning and delicious breakfast, we will start our full day of exploring Gili Banta. Our signature beach setup will be waiting for a day of barefoot adventures including diving some of the amazing sites surrounding the island. This evening is a special treat to enjoy sundowners and a delicious beach BBQ.
Today is dedicated to the islands of Gili Lawa Darat and Gili Lawa Laut. After a hearty breakfast onboard, we’ll head ashore to hike to the lookout for postcard-perfect views on the bay. The rest of the day is yours - relaxing beach time, kayak, SUP, snorkel, or dive at the fantastic sites surrounding the islands. Lunch and dinner will be served onboard.
After breakfast on board, we head out to Manta Point and Karang Makassar. Spend the morning snorkeling or diving with the majestic Manta Rays followed by Karang Makassar, a sandbar surrounded by beautiful turquoise water. Lunch will be served on board as we sail to Padar Island. This afternoon we stretch our legs as we trek to the top of Padar island for a scenic view of the surrounding islands. Afterward, we will have time to snorkel or dive. Alfresco dinner will be served on board.
After a relaxing breakfast on the deck, we will step ashore on Pink Beach where we will have time to enjoy relaxing beach time, kayak, SUP, snorkel, and diving. We will return to the boat for a delicious lunch on board as we set sail to Rinca Island to view the Komodo Dragons. After a short briefin with a park ranger, we will see the dragons in their natural habitat. Afterward, we will return to the boat for dinner and sundowners near Kalong island.
After breakfast onboard, the crew will transfer you to the airport for your onward flight
Tailor your adventure to fit your travel plans with 4-day, 5-day, or 6-day cruise options, starting from Sebayur Besar or Sebayur Kecil. These shorter itineraries provide a perfect introduction to the region's rich culture and stunning landscapes, ideal for travelers with limited time. Enjoy the same luxurious onboard experience and exclusive excursions, all designed to highlight the best of the Komodo National Park. Whether you’re seeking a quick getaway or a compact cultural exploration, these options offer unparalleled flexibility. Contact your travel consultant today for more details and to find the perfect itinerary for you!
Welcome onboard Aliikai Voyage. We depart Sumbawa Besar heading east towards the island of Moyo. The remainder of the day is reserved for diving or snorkeling around the western part of the island. Return to the boat for delicious al fresco dinner under the stars
Our first morning will be dedicated to water activities exploring the underwater world of Moyo by snorkeling or diving. Kayaks & Stand Up paddle excursion will also be on the menu. The rest of the day will be spent exploring the island in search of hidden jungle waterfalls. Come back to the boat for another sunset aboard Aliikai Voyage facing Mt Rinjani on the nearby island of Lombok.
After a short overnight sail, we wake up in Saleh bay, where whale sharks are often spotted. We will have an up-close encounter with the gentle giants when we dive near fisherman’s platforms. It is a lifetime experience for children and those young at heart! After this lifetime experience, we are sailing north towards Satonda Island. Satonda island is an ancient volcano and has a salt water lake in the middle of the island where you can swim, kayaking or do some stand up paddle board.
Today we awake to the view of the towering Sangeang volcano, located off the coast of Sumbawa. Today we explore the island where we will view local shipwrights’ handcraft traditional boats with simple tools and traditional techniques passed down through generations. This afternoon you have the choice of hiking a rugged volcano or exploring one of the nearby reefs. Hot Rock Reef, suitable for both snorkeling/diving, emits hot gas bubbles up through fissures - a unique underwater experience. We return to the boat to enjoy dinner and sail to Gili Banta.
Today we devote the date to exploring and relaxing at Gili Banta. Our crew will set our signature beach camp on a white and pink sand deserted beach where you will enjoy idyllic beach time and water activities. It is the perfect place to try water skiing or snorkel the nearby reef. The day concludes with a beach dinner of grilled fish and other delicacies accompanied by a magnificent sunset.
Welcome to the world-famous Komodo National Park! Today we explore the northern side of the park near the islands of Gili Lawa Darat and Gili Lawa Laut. Home to some of the best dive sites of Indonesia, you will encounter trevally groupers, sweetlips, barracudas, and white tip reef sharks. Before sunset, we hike to a ridge to enjoy a spectacular panorama from where we can admire the entire bay and its turquoise waters.
This morning we head out to Makassar Reeef, better known as Manta Point, where you have an opportunity to swim with the graceful Manta rays. Makassar reef is a long shallow reef located between the island of Komodo and Tatawa Besar, where the current carries plankton-rich water, the perfect feast for the Mantas. After lunch, we sail to Rinca Island, where we will spend a few hours trekking the island in search of the legendary Komodo dragons. A local ranger will explain its unique role in the ecosystem and how it came to reside in this part of the world. As dusk sets, we will cruise to Pulau Kalong, where thousands of bats live in the mangrove during the day. As the sun goes down, you will hear the entire island coming to life before they all take the skies heading to Flores Island in search of fruits. A true nature spectacle.
After breakfast onboard, the crew will transfer you to the airport for your onward flight
Tailor your adventure to fit your travel plans , starting from Komodo or Sumbawa. These shorter itineraries provide a perfect introduction to the region's rich culture and stunning landscapes, ideal for travelers with limited time. Enjoy the same luxurious onboard experience and exclusive excursions, all designed to highlight the best of the Sumbawa. Whether you’re seeking a quick getaway or a compact cultural exploration, these options offer unparalleled flexibility. Contact your travel consultant today for more details and to find the perfect itinerary for you!
You will be met by members of the Aliikai Voyage crew and transferred to Telehu port to embark on your 8-day voyage. Upon arrival, you will have time to enjoy a welcome drink and meet the crew. After a short safety briefing, we will sail to Moana island for an afternoon of snorkeling, diving and relaxing beach time.
After a delicious breakfast on board, we head ashore to learn of the Spice Trade’s checkered past and how it influence our modern-day life. We will visit Rumah Besi, an old Dutch warehouse used to process the nutmeg before transport. Afterwards, we’ll have a respite from the sun as we walk through a nutmeg plantation towered by 600-year-old Kenari Palms. For those who prefer to spend the day diving, please speak with our Cruise Director, who will arrange your activities throughout the cruise. The remainder of the day is dedicated to exploring the beautiful underwater world between Neilaka and Run. Return to Aliikai Voyage for an alfresco dinner under stars.
This morning we will visit the historical sights of Banda Neira, including Fort Belgica, which carefully watched over Banda Neira until being surrendered to the British. We will continue onto the colonial buildings, including the Dutch Reform Church and Museum. We will return to Aliikai Voyage for lunch on board and time to relax. This afternoon you’ll have time to dive and snorkel surrounding Ai Island. Later this evening, relax and enjoy on the upper deck for a movie under stars.
This morning the boat will sail to Banda Besar while you enjoy breakfast.Afterwards, we will visit Fort Hollandia, initially constructed in 1674; it played a critical role in the Spice Trade and routes. We continue to see modern-day nutmeg harvesting and the opportunity to meet the local inhabitants on the island. Lunch will be served on board. The afternoon dive and snorkel will visit Batu Hangus North of Gunung Api. This evening relax with your favourite beverage or select a movie to enjoy in our cinema under the stars. - popcorn included.
Today enjoy a full day of watersports and relaxation. We’ll visit dive snorkel sights around Hatta and Sahil Islands. Our crew will arrange the Aliikai Voyage beach set up, including beach loungers, umbrellas, towels and beverages. Kayaks and stand up paddleboards will also be available.
This morning we’ll have another opportunity to dive and snorkel Pulau Suanggi, where schools of snappers, Bluefin Trevally, and white tip reef sharks. Snorkelers will enjoy the island’s fringed reef and its colourful marine life. Later this afternoon, we will sail to Nusa Laut.
This morning we’ll visit the dive sights around Nusa Laut, known for its breathtaking hard corals and vibrant marine life. Late afternoon, if time allows, we will head ashore to visit Duurstede Fort, a key point in the clove trade, then sail back to Tulehu Port. Tonight, we join together for our dinner on board to share memories of your voyage and create new ones.
After breakfast, we bid farewell to a memorable voyage as the crew transfers you to the airport for your onward flight
Upon arrival at the Sorong airport, you will be met by Aliikai Voyage’s crew and transferred to the harbor, approx. 20-minute drive. You’ll have to settle in before we depart Sorong to cruise onward to the islands of Raja Ampat. Lunch will be served on deck. If time allows, we will stop for snorkeling or try a check dive before serving sundowners to the backdrop of a magnificent sunset. Tonight dinner will be served under the stars.
This morning, Aliikai Voyage will reach the southeast end of Misool. You will awake to a shimmering pastel sunrise and enjoy a decadent breakfast on deck. This chain of tiny islands carves the area into hundreds of narrow channels concealing lagoons, coves, cliffs and limestone overhang, caves and endless pristine beaches. Here in Raja Ampat’s southernmost island, you will spend three days exploring Misool’s treasures. The surrounding dive and snorkel sites have been voted some of the best in the world: Boo Windows, Magic Mountain and more, a myriad of exhilarating and relaxing underwater pursuits. Above water, we will explore the ethereal “Gua Sacral” ancestral caves of Tomolol, a former burial site of Indigenous Papuans. Swim through a cathedral-like cave coated in orchids and discover ancient cave paintings edging the crystal blue surface. Powder sand beaches await your footprints, and you can claim one as your own for as long as you like, hunting for shells or picnicking in the shallows.
A cluster of rocky limestone domes makes up the Penemu Islands. Draped with tiers of green vegetation, the islets encircle a green bay and a walking trail along the rocky hills leads to a look out with magnificent views of the lagoon, its outlying islands, and the ocean beyond. Nearby lie sone of the most celebrated snorkeling and diving sites in the area where turtles float over intricate coral gardens and Manta rays meet large schools of game fish in nutrient-rich currents.
Risa at dawn for the best chance of spotting a rare Red Bird of Paradise. Our cruise director can accompany you on this jungle hike of around 45-minutes to reach the birdwatching platform, where you can keep your eyes and ears open for signs of this elusive bird. After breakfast, take in the statuesque mushroom islands of Kabui Bay, marking the entrance to a narrow channel of water through wich strong currents run with each tide, forming a saltwater river with plentiful coral and fish-life.
The Wayag Islands are an interminable maze of lush green peaks rising from multi-hued azure water - the quintessential landscape of Raja Ampat. Wayag offers a spectacular backdrop for water sports and beach time. Climb the island peak for a panoramic view of turquoise waterways or the ultimate downtime on one of the deserted beaches. Both are ideal spots to view the sun melt into the horizon. This is s stunning chain of islands to spend the next 3 days, with plenty of amazing beaches and underwater sites.
Today we anchor in Wofoh, two islands connected by a shallow reef, the idyllic spot for beachcombing, paddle boarding, and kayaking. Wofoh is also home to a magnificent coral wall that plunges into the crystal blue water offering stunning views of brightly colored sea life darting between barrel sponges and multicolored soft and hard corals.
This morning, you will awake to the sound of tropical birds calling from the jungle. Mioskon Bay is a spectacular spot where you can snorkel in the mangroves, or kayak mirror still waters along the verdant coastline. Famed for its fish-life and coral slopes, the Kri peninsula offers some of the most exquisite underwater vistas in Raja Ampat. Nearby, the island of Mansuar is home to a villa where you can head ashore for a glimpse of local culture.
Today we explore the natural beauty of Batanta Island, the smallest of the 4 major islands of Raja Ampat. After breakfast, we embark on an island trek to the northern coast to cool off at two jungle waterfalls. The trek takes us along riverbeds, where we have the chance to spot endemic birds and wildlife. After lunch, we head to Dayang Island, where we dedicate the afternoon to relaxation and water activities. Enjoy our last Raja Ampat sunset surrounded by the sounds of the rainforest. In the afternoon, Aliikai Voyage embarks on a crossing to Sorong where we will arrive in the night.
After a final decadent breakfast on deck, our crew will assist you in disembarking Aliikai and transfer you back to the airport to catch your flight home.
Tailor your adventure to fit your travel plans with 7-day, 8-day, 9-day, or 10-day cruise options, starting from North or South. These shorter itineraries provide a perfect introduction to the region's rich culture and stunning landscapes, ideal for travelers with limited time. Enjoy the same luxurious onboard experience and exclusive excursions, all designed to highlight the best of the Raja Ampat. Whether you’re seeking a quick getaway or a compact cultural exploration, these options offer unparalleled flexibility. Contact your travel consultant today for more details and to find the perfect itinerary for you!
Encounter Komodo Dragons: Visit the natural habitat of the legendary Komodo dragons, where you can observe these majestic creatures in their wild environment, guided by experts.
Dive or Snorkel in Raja Ampat and Flores Sea: Explore some of the world’s most biodiverse marine ecosystems, swimming alongside vibrant coral reefs, manta rays, and other extraordinary sea life in the crystal-clear waters of Raja Ampat and the Flores Sea.
Witness the Hammerhead Shark Migration in the Banda Sea: Embark on a thrilling underwater adventure to witness the stunning sight of hammerhead sharks migrating through the Banda Sea, a rare and awe-inspiring natural phenomenon.
Hike Volcanoes and Discover Spice Islands: Hike to mesmerizing viewpoints at sunrise, climb active volcanoes, and explore the historic Spice Islands, where rich culture and incredible landscapes await.
Enjoy stay on board the cruise base on your destination, with a range of cabin categories to premium different preferences.
3 meals/day (Indonesian & International food) + all days Tea, coffee & snacks
Airport/hotel – Vessel – Airport/hotel Transfers on start days and end days
English speaking tour guide
Snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins)
Water sports (Kayaks and Stand Up Paddle
Enhance your cruise experience with a wide range of pre- and post-tour options designed to make your vacation even more unforgettable. Whether you're looking for additional tours, hotel accommodations for extra nights, or extended explorations, there are plenty of flexible combinations available.
From guided sightseeing in nearby cities to immersive cultural experiences, these options allow you to tailor your journey to your interests. You can opt for leisurely stays or in-depth tours, ensuring that your trip is as relaxed or adventurous as you wish. Let us help you create the perfect itinerary with these exciting add-ons. Please contact us for more details and to customize your dream cruise experience.
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