Aqua Blu yacht beside a karst peak in Raja Ampat

Raja Ampat, Indonesia. Expedition aboard Aqua Blu

Raja Ampat with an English-speaking guide: 8 days aboard the Aqua Blu 5★ expedition yacht through the Coral Triangle — diving and snorkeling at Yillet, Daram and Neptune Strait, jellyfish lakes, birds-of-paradise. 27 February – 6 March 2027, from $12,150 per person, flights to Sorong not included.

5 · 8 days / 7 nights · Wildlife · Feb 27 – Mar 6, 2027

8 days / 7 nights

Feb 27 – Mar 6, 2027

With a tour leader

English-speaking guide

Comfort

Aqua Blu 5* expedition yacht

from 12150 USD

per person

What awaits you

An exclusive expedition across the Raja Ampat archipelago aboard the luxury Aqua Blu 5* yacht — guaranteed English-speaking guide, diving and snorkeling in the Coral Triangle, mangroves, birds-of-paradise, and jellyfish lakes.

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Coral Triangle

The greatest marine biodiversity on the planet — reefs, walls, and seamounts

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Diving and Snorkeling

Yillet, Daram, Neptune Strait, Fibiaset — the best dive sites of Raja Ampat

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Mantas and Turtles

Large schools of tropical fish, manta rays, green turtles, and hawksbills

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Jellyfish Lakes

Swimming among harmless jellyfish in the lagoons of the Thousand Temples Island

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Birds-of-Paradise

Early morning hike into the Kapatcol forest — lesser and king birds-of-paradise

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Kayaking and SUPs

Kayaks and paddleboards in the Bu lagoons, an excursion through mangrove channels

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Aqua Blu 5* Yacht

60 m, 15 designer suites, spa, pool, jacuzzi, Starlink Wi-Fi

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Guaranteed Group

English-speaking guide, expedition leader, dive instructor

Day-by-Day Programme

Arrival in Sorong — the starting point of the Raja Ampat journey. Meet and greet at the airport and transfer to the Aston Sorong hotel for a rest before boarding. At noon — boarding the Aqua Blu yacht and setting sail toward the Thousand Temples Island. World-class dinner and welcome cocktail with the English-speaking guides.
Aqua Blu yacht — suite of the chosen category
We wake up beside the Thousand Temples Island with its complex of lagoons. In the morning — mysterious jellyfish lakes, karst landscapes, ancient rock art, and the Tomolol caves. After lunch — transit to Yillet, one of the world's best dive and snorkeling sites. In the evening — a sunset swim at Daram.
Aqua Blu yacht
We explore the colorful coral reefs of Daram — among the best dive and snorkeling sites in the archipelago. A walk along a deserted beach: a chance to spot green turtles and hawksbills. At sunset — signature cocktails on board.
Aqua Blu yacht
At dawn we admire the coral reefs and beaches of green Sabuda Island. Morning diving and snorkeling with large schools of tropical fish; a chance to encounter manta rays. In the evening — a beach walk with views of the Pacific Ocean.
Aqua Blu yacht
Neptune Strait at the south of Misool Island: morning kayaking and breakfast, then diving and snorkeling in the blue waters. In the afternoon — transit to remote Fibiaset, one of Indonesia's most biodiverse spots. In the evening — sunset on deck.
Aqua Blu yacht
Early morning hike into the lush forests of Kapatcol — observing lesser and king birds-of-paradise. Afterwards — a refreshing dive or snorkel. In the afternoon — the remote Blue Water mangroves and a nearby river: looking for saltwater crocodiles basking in the sun. In the evening — a relaxed boat ride through the mangrove channels with cocktails.
Aqua Blu yacht
Morning — kayaking through the shimmering lagoons of Bu Island. In the afternoon — transit to Kofiau: the expedition's final dives into the Raja Ampat underwater world. In the evening — a farewell dinner on board.
Aqua Blu yacht
We wake up already in Sorong. Breakfast on board, disembarkation at 6:30 a.m. Transfer to the airport and flight home.

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Tour Leader

Tour Leader Club

Professional guides with years of experience

Accommodation

Aqua Blu — a 60 m expedition yacht (keel laid in 1968, refit in 2007, renovated in 2019). 15 designer suites in three categories on three decks, capacity for 30 guests, a crew of 25 including a trip leader, a dive instructor, and English-speaking guides. On board: indoor and open-air dining areas, bars, a lobby lounge, an observation deck, an open-air pool with sun loungers, a spa, and a fitness area. Equipment: diving and snorkeling gear, kayaks, paddleboards, two tenders. Unlimited Starlink Wi-Fi, complimentary laundry, Quantum Zero Speed stabilizers.

Flights

The group meets at the destination. Book a flight that lands before the group arrives — we are happy to help you choose one.

Moscow — Sorong
Connecting flights via Dubai or Istanbul, then via Jakarta or Makassar. Arrival in Sorong on the morning of February 27.
Sorong — Moscow
Departure on March 6 after 6:30 a.m. Return route via Jakarta or Makassar, then via Dubai or Istanbul.

Programme Cost

Price per person in 1/2 DBL 12150 USD
Mandatory medical insurance with evacuation coverage USD 100,000 coverage, with diving risk for divers
Surcharge for a Suite Cat. I cabin (25–31 m²) $4,700
Single occupancy surcharge 100% of the price

What's included

Accommodation aboard Aqua Blu in a Suite Cat. III cabin (12–14 m²), 7 nights
Full board on board
Soft drinks, wine, and beer
All excursions and landings per the program
Snorkeling, kayaking, and paddleboarding equipment
Diving equipment for certified divers
Services of guides and the expedition leader
English-speaking guide services
Unlimited Starlink satellite Wi-Fi
Onboard laundry
Transfers for recommended flights
24/7 Tour Leader Club manager support at all stages of the trip

Not included

International and domestic flights
Hotel accommodation in Indonesia before and after the trip
Mandatory medical insurance with evacuation coverage USD 100,000 coverage, with diving risk for divers
Personal expenses
Tips for the expedition crew
Spa visits
Indonesia visa
Surcharge for a Suite Cat. I cabin (25–31 m²) $4,700
Single occupancy surcharge 100% of the price

Required Gear

Clothing and Protection

  • • Light summer clothing
  • • Swimwear
  • • Hat and UV-protection sunglasses
  • • SPF 50+ sunscreen
  • • Light windbreaker for kayaking
  • • Beach and snorkeling footwear
  • • Personal first-aid kit, insect repellent

Dive Equipment

  • • 3 mm wetsuit (water +28–29°C)
  • • Mask, fins
  • • Dive computer
  • • Dive certifications, logbook
  • • Surface marker buoy (SMB)

Documents

  • • Passport (valid for at least 6 months)
  • • Medical insurance with evacuation coverage (with diving risk for divers)
  • • Printout of tickets and bookings

Electronics

  • • Camera, batteries, memory cards
  • • Binoculars (for birds-of-paradise watching)
  • • Underwater camera or action camera

Useful Information

Climate
Equatorial, warm year-round. February is the end of the rainy season: short tropical showers are possible, but it's mostly sunny. Air +27–32°C, water +28–29°C. Underwater visibility up to 30 m.

Location
The Raja Ampat archipelago — West Papua province, Indonesia. More than 1,500 small islands, reefs, and shoals. Part of the Coral Triangle — the greatest marine biodiversity on the planet. Route: Sorong → Thousand Temples → Yillet → Daram → Sabuda → Neptune Strait → Fibiaset → Kapatcol → Blue Water mangroves → Bu → Kofiau → Sorong.

Visa
Passport valid for at least 6 months. Entry rules depend on your passport — check them before booking flights.

Time Zone
Sorong: UTC+9 (no daylight saving).

Important
The route may change due to weather and other conditions. Drone filming inside national marine parks is restricted. Damaging corals is strictly prohibited. Diving requires insurance covering diving risks.
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8 days · Feb 27 – Mar 6, 2027

12150 USD

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