Route Description - Flores to Alor: Route I - Maumere Bay, Adonara, Lembata, Pantar, Alor
10 Days / 9 Nights
Sample Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Maumere & Boarding
Morning/Afternoon:
Guests arrive at Maumere Airport and are transferred to the liveaboard.
They are welcomed by the crew, check into their cabins, and receive a safety briefing.
Afternoon:
Guests relax on board as the vessel departs Maumere and sets course toward Taka Bonerate.
Evening:
A welcome dinner is served, along with an overview of the itinerary.
Days 2 to 9: Diving & Exploration in Maumere Bay, Adonara, Lembata, Pantar, Alor
Throughout the journey, guests explore diverse underwater habitats—from vibrant coral gardens to dramatic underwater slopes—paired with cultural encounters and serene remote locations.
Maumere Bay Highlights:
– Offers dive sites for all levels, from shallow coral gardens rich in macro life to deeper slopes with pelagics.
– Key locations include Pulau Besar, Dambilah, Pangabatang, and the Flores mainland.
– Marine life includes reef sharks, rays, turtles, and rare critters like frogfish, flamboyant cuttlefish, and ghost pipefish.
– Night dives reveal bioluminescent plankton and active nocturnal species.
– A WWII-era Japanese freighter wreck near Wai Terang adds historical intrigue.
Tanjung Gidong Highlights:
– Dive dramatic coral-covered rock formations and sloping reefs.
– Key dive sites stretch from a vibrant mini-wall to a 400-meter rubble slope leading to a current trap.
– Spot large marine life such as sharks, mantas, groupers, dogtooth tunas, and Napoleon wrasses.
– Ideal for macro photographers: nudibranchs, shrimp, pygmy seahorses, and skeleton shrimp are commonly sighted.
The Ipet Islands Highlights:
– Dive pristine reefs, particularly on the northern seaward side.
– Signature site: Ipet Barrier Ridge, a 1,000-meter coral ridge leading to a dramatic wall rich with sharks, marble rays, and barracudas.
– Other sites include a drift through Konaweh Channel and reef slopes of Boling Strait.
– Perfect for kayaking and paddleboarding through mangrove-lined waterways.
– Shallow reefs and protected areas make this ideal for snorkeling and water sports.
Wai Wowang Highlights:
– Located near the town of Lewoleba in Leba Leba Bay.
– Wai Wowang offers a tranquil anchorage with premier macro diving.
– "Muck" diving reveals rare and fascinating critters.
– A blend of freshwater runoff, sandy slopes, and soft currents nurtures a rich micro-ecosystem.
Note: Dive schedules and activities are flexible and may be adjusted based on weather and guest preferences.
Day 10: Disembarkation in Maumere
Morning:
Guests enjoy a final breakfast on board before disembarking in Maumere.
Transfers are provided to the airport for onward travel.
Important:
The last dive of the trip takes place on the penultimate day. A minimum 24-hour surface interval is recommended before flying.