Raja Ampat and the Spice Islands
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Monday, September 28, 2026
11 Nights
Darwin, Northern Territory
Le Soléal
Route Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Darwin, Northern Territory
Australia
Encounter saltwater crocodiles and Aboriginal culture at Kakadu National Park's stunning waterfalls and ancient rock art galleries.
Arrive
2026-09-17 00:00:00
Depart
2026-09-17 17:30:00
Day 2
🌊 At Sea
Day 3
🌊 At Sea
Day 4
Banda Neira
Indonesia
Dive into crystalline waters surrounding untouched coral gardens where rare tropical fish and sea turtles glide past centuries-old shipwrecks.
Arrive
2026-09-20 07:00:00
Depart
2026-09-20 17:00:00
Day 5
Raja Ampat Islands
Indonesia
Dive into the world's most biodiverse marine sanctuary where thousands of tropical fish species and pristine coral gardens await beneath crystal-clear waters.
Arrive
2026-09-21 12:00:00
Depart
2026-09-21 17:30:00
Day 6
Raja Ampat Islands
Indonesia
Dive into the world's most biodiverse marine sanctuary where thousands of tropical fish species and pristine coral gardens await beneath crystal-clear waters.
Arrive
2026-09-22 06:30:00
Depart
2026-09-22 19:00:00
Day 7
Raja Ampat Islands
Indonesia
Dive into the world's most biodiverse marine sanctuary where thousands of tropical fish species and pristine coral gardens await beneath crystal-clear waters.
Arrive
2026-09-23 14:30:00
Depart
2026-09-23 21:30:00
Day 8
Raja Ampat Islands
Indonesia
Dive into the world's most biodiverse marine sanctuary where thousands of tropical fish species and pristine coral gardens await beneath crystal-clear waters.
Arrive
2026-09-24 06:00:00
Depart
2026-09-24 17:00:00
Day 9
Mommon Peninsula, West Papua
Indonesia
Dive into the world's richest marine biodiversity where pristine coral gardens teem with exotic fish species found nowhere else on Earth.
Arrive
2026-09-25 14:30:00
Depart
2026-09-25 19:00:00
Day 10
Kai Islands
Indonesia
Dive into pristine coral gardens teeming with tropical fish and discover untouched island beaches fringed by emerald cliffs.
Arrive
2026-09-26 06:30:00
Depart
2026-09-26 13:00:00
Day 11
🌊 At Sea
Day 12
Darwin, Northern Territory
Australia
Encounter saltwater crocodiles and Aboriginal culture at Kakadu National Park's stunning waterfalls and ancient rock art galleries.
Arrive
2026-09-28 05:00:00
About This Cruise
<p>Between heavenly islands and unique coral reefs, set sail to explore the legendary “Spice Islands” and Raja Ampat. From Darwin, set a course for the Moluccas and Banda Neira, the cradle of the nutmeg trade, between colonial vestiges and lush jungle. Then explore the Raja Ampat archipelago, a string of more than 1,500 islands and karstic cays rising from the crystal-clear waters of the Coral Triangle. In West Papua, discover the sublime Kiti-Kiti Waterfall before heading to the Kai Islands, a little slice of paradise boasting some of the most beautiful beaches in Indonesia.<p></p>Over 12 days, take the time to explore this part of the world and its unique marine biodiversity with expert naturalist guides. A rich history - you will be sailing along the ancient Spice Route - and breathtaking scenery await you, while the seabed will reveal itself during water-based activities.<p></p>The wildlife encounters are possible experiences and cannot be guaranteed.</p>
From $9,840 per person
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