Damai Christmas Spccial
Are you ready for Christmas holiday?
If you are like us and have not been able to dive for a long long time, it's time to come back and join us for the a special Christmas trip and make this your best Christmas celebration ever.
Click here for the full itinerary of the trip and click here if you can't make it for the Christmas trip but would like to check out the latest schedule other available trip.
Raja Ampat: 8 Days 7 Nights
Information of this Christmas special deal is as below:
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Trip Date: December 20-27, 2021
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Embarkation & Disembarkation Port: Sorong
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IDR27,700,000/pax (standard twin sharing)
DISCLAIMERS
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The trip will be weather dependent and there might be crossing required throughout. We will, try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfil all itinerary briefed when you are on the boat.
-
Dive Damai are flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes is agreeable by all participants on board.
BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS
-
A 30% deposit is mandatory to secure the booking.
-
Full payment must be done at least 10 days prior departure.
-
This promotion cannot be change or altered in anyway, no refund will be provided in case of cancellation by the guests.
-
Should the trip be cancelled due to Covid-19 related government-imposed restrictions, an alternative date will be offered at the same rate.
INCLUSIONS
-
Return transfers to the vessel from/to airport or hotel on the day of embarkation and disembarkation, within the 10km radius.
-
Accommodation with air-conditioning and en-suite showers and toilet
-
All meals, drinking plain water, tea, and local coffee while on board
-
Snorkel gear: fins, masks, and snorkel
-
2 Snorkel Guides
-
Land tours & other group activities as per described in the program
-
All vessel port & harbor fee
EXCLUSIONS
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National Park Fees / Maritime Areas Entrance Fees
-
Soft drinks, alcoholic beverages (wine and/or beer) and expresso coffee
-
Laundry and Massage services on Board
-
Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
-
Other purchases done on board: boutique items
-
Tips / Crew Gratuities
-
International & Domestic air, land, sea transportation and its excess baggage charges
-
Visa, hotels, and food ashore before or after the cruise
Day 1: Labuan Bajo - Sabolan
Guests will arrive on board around 12 pm. Lunch will be served while we set sail towards Sabolan. Guest will have plenty of time to get comfortable on board before their first contact with the amazing underwater world of Komodo. This will happen around the late afternoon; at about 3-4pm.
This is a dive site with a sloppy reef. It has a nice variation of sand patches and hard corals.
No of Dives: 2
Overnight on Board.
Day 2: Central Komodo - Pink Beach
For some of the best hard corals in the region, we will first dive the rift of Tatawa, where orange soft corals cover the fishy sloping reef where turtles relax and feed, plenty of bommies, with glass fish and where cuttlefish find shelter and a beautiful hard coral garden in the shallow, where mantas regular visit and often black tips and white tips can also be spotted.
Afternoon we move towards Padar to dive 3 sisters. An amazing site consisting on 3 underwater reef formations, with vertical walls, where the balance between macro and big staff. Possibility of going for a walk or doing a night dive available .
No. of Dives: 4
Overnight on Board
Day 3: Central Komodo - Wainilu
Into the current rich channel, water flows through a string of small islands.
This is an area of beautiful reefs, some plateaus where mantas feed or small rocks with vertical walls where life aggregates, including, white tips sharks, Giant trevallies, Napoleon fish or carpets of anthias flooding the shallows. World class diving and snorkeling.
In the afternoon we head towards Wainilu. This is the gateway to enjoy an afternoon walk in the park to view the prehistoric Komodo dragon. You may also see monkeys, water buffalo and wild boar or just enjoy the panoramic views over the park.
For those interested in diving, the area is perfect for macro Diving along the sand slope in front of the beach should prove an excellent opportunity for critter hunting and some unusual nudibranchs, small cuttlefish, mandarin and picturesque dragonets.
No. of Dives: 4
Overnight on Board
Day 4: Departure
The boat will depart to Labuan Bajo early in the morning. Breakfast will be provided to everyone before you disembark. Upon arrival, all guest will disembark and transferred to the Airport/Hotel.
DISCLAIMERS
-
The trip will be weather dependent and there might be crossing required throughout. We will, try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfil all itinerary briefed when you are on the boat.
-
Dive Damai are flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes is agreeable by all participants on board.
BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS
-
A 30% deposit is mandatory to secure the booking.
-
Full payment must be done at least 10 days prior departure.
-
This promotion cannot be change or altered in anyway, no refund will be provided in case of cancellation by the guests.
-
Should the trip be cancelled due to Covid-19 related government-imposed restrictions, an alternative date will be offered at the same rate.
INCLUSIONS
-
Return transfers to the vessel from/to airport or hotel on the day of embarkation and disembarkation, within the 10km radius.
-
Accommodation with air-conditioning and en-suite showers and toilet
-
All meals, drinking plain water, tea, and local coffee while on board
-
Snorkel gear: fins, masks, and snorkel
-
2 Snorkel/Dive Guides
-
Air-Filled Tank, Weight and Weight Belt
-
All the dives, land tours & other group activities as per described in the program
-
All vessel port & harbor fees
EXCLUSIONS
-
National Park Fees / Maritime Areas Entrance Fees
-
Soft drinks, alcoholic beverages (wine and/or beer) and expresso coffee
-
Nitrox
-
Dive Equipment Rental (i.e. Regulator, BCD, Dive Computer, etc)
-
Laundry and Massage services on Board
-
Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
-
Dive Insurance (Mandatory for all divers)
-
Other purchases done on board: boutique items
-
Tips / Crew Gratuities
-
International & Domestic air, land, sea transportation and its excess baggage charges
-
Visa, hotels, and food ashore before or after the cruise
Day 1: Labuan Bajo - Sabolan
Guests will arrive on board around 12 pm. Lunch will be served while we set sail towards Sabolan. Guest will have plenty of time to get comfortable on board before their first contact with the amazing underwater world of Komodo. This will happen around the late afternoon; at about 3-4pm.
This is a dive site with a sloppy reef. It has a nice variation of sand patches and hard corals.
No of Dives: 2
Overnight on Board.
Day 2: Central Komodo - Pink Beach
For some of the best hard corals in the region, we will first dive the rift of Tatawa, where orange soft corals cover the fishy sloping reef where turtles relax and feed, plenty of bommies, with glass fish and where cuttlefish find shelter and a beautiful hard coral garden in the shallow, where mantas regular visit and often black tips and white tips can also be spotted.
Afternoon we move towards Padar to dive 3 sisters. An amazing site consisting on 3 underwater reef formations, with vertical walls, where the balance between macro and big staff. Possibility of going for a walk or doing a night dive available .
No. of Dives: 4
Overnight on Board
Day 3: Horseshoe Bay
Horseshoe Bay has a variety of Signature sites; the world famous pinnacle of Cannibal Rock has excellent schooling fish action but certainly plenty of macro to discover; The black sand slope of Torpedo Alley has some interesting macro opportunities especially for the night dive; and Yellow Wall is a vertical wall covered in yellow softcorals and yellow crinoids.
Even the anchorage is exciting with Komodo dragons prowling up and down the beach; wild boars feeding from the shoreline; flying Brahminy Kites and White Bellied Sea Eagles; deer swimming in the sea; monkeys climbing the trees.
No. of Dives: 4
Overnight on Board
Day 4: Central Komodo - Wainilu
Into the current rich channel, water flows through a string of small islands.
This is an area of beautiful reefs, some plateaus where mantas feed or small rocks with vertical walls where life aggregates, including, white tips sharks, Giant trevallies, Napoleon fish or carpets of anthias flooding the shallows. World class diving and snorkeling.
In the afternoon we head towards Wainilu. This is the gateway to enjoy an afternoon walk in the park to view the prehistoric Komodo dragon. You may also see monkeys, water buffalo and wild boar or just enjoy the panoramic views over the park.
For those interested in diving, the area is perfect for macro Diving along the sand slope in front of the beach should prove an excellent opportunity for critter hunting and some unusual nudibranchs, small cuttlefish, mandarin and picturesque dragonets.
No. of Dives: 4
Overnight on Board
Day 5: Departure
The boat will depart to Labuan Bajo early in the morning. Breakfast will be provided to everyone before you disembark. Upon arrival, all guest will disembark and transferred to the Airport/Hotel.
DISCLAIMERS
-
The trip will be weather dependent and there might be crossing required throughout. We will, try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfil all itinerary briefed when you are on the boat.
-
Dive Damai are flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes is agreeable by all participants on board.
BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS
-
A 30% deposit is mandatory to secure the booking.
-
Full payment must be done at least 10 days prior departure.
-
This promotion cannot be change or altered in anyway, no refund will be provided in case of cancellation by the guests.
-
Should the trip be cancelled due to Covid-19 related government-imposed restrictions, an alternative date will be offered at the same rate.
INCLUSIONS
-
Return transfers to the vessel from/to airport or hotel on the day of embarkation and disembarkation, within the 10km radius.
-
Accommodation with air-conditioning and en-suite showers and toilet
-
All meals, drinking plain water, tea, and local coffee while on board
-
Snorkel gear: fins, masks, and snorkel
-
2 Snorkel/Dive Guides
-
Air-Filled Tank, Weight and Weight Belt
-
All the dives, land tours & other group activities as per described in the program
-
All vessel port & harbor fee
EXCLUSIONS
-
National Park Fees / Maritime Areas Entrance Fees
-
Soft drinks, alcoholic beverages (wine and/or beer) and expresso coffee
-
Nitrox
-
Dive Equipment Rental (i.e. Regulator, BCD, Dive Computer, etc)
-
Laundry and Massage services on Board
-
Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
-
Dive Insurance (Mandatory for all divers)
-
Other purchases done on board: boutique items
-
Tips / Crew Gratuities
-
International & Domestic air, land, sea transportation and its excess baggage charges
-
Visa, hotels, and food ashore before or after the cruise
Day 1: Arrive into Sorong
Guests will arrive on board depending on the time of their flight’s arrival. If you are arriving on the day of the trip, our lovely Cruise Director/Dive Master will be picking you up from the airport else we will pick you up around 11am from the hotel. Lunch will be provided on board.
Guest will have the time to get comfortable on board. The boat will depart late afternoon towards the North.
If weather allows, we will have dinner on the sundeck while enjoying the beautiful sunset.
Overnight on Board.
Day 2: Dampier Strait - Cape Kri
We will start the day early in the morning to visit the Wilson's bird of paradise. This is an endemic species of West Papua Island where it's colorful feather makes it a one-of-a-kind bird that are rare and beautiful.
Spend the afternoon snorkeling at a world class site famous for its rich ocean life with a chance to see schooling of fish, Manta Ray, Turtle and a great variation of fish species from the surface.
Overnight on board
Day 3: Penemu
The epic Raja Ampat view from the top is something you must not miss. Take an easy hike up the nicely paved wooden stairway up to "heaven" for the opportunity to see this amazing view. Our tender boat will first take you through the beautiful turquoise waters and limestone bay to start your short walk up.
While the boat is moored in the distance, customer can take the opportunity to snorkel in another fantastic site that have magically colorful hard coral garden or choose to go for a little kayaking activity or relax by a nearby beach for sunset.
Overnight on Board
Day 4: Departure
Breakfast will be provided to everyone before you disembark. Upon arrival, all guest will disembark and transferred to the Airport/Hotel.
DISCLAIMERS
-
The trip will be weather dependent and there might be crossing required throughout. We will, try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfil all itinerary briefed when you are on the boat.
-
Dive Damai are flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes is agreeable by all participants on board.
BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS
-
A 30% deposit is mandatory to secure the booking.
-
Full payment must be done at least 10 days prior departure.
-
This promotion cannot be change or altered in anyway, no refund will be provided in case of cancellation by the guests.
-
Should the trip be cancelled due to Covid-19 related government-imposed restrictions, an alternative date will be offered at the same rate.
INCLUSIONS
-
Return transfers to the vessel from/to airport or hotel on the day of embarkation and disembarkation, within the 10km radius.
-
Accommodation with air-conditioning and en-suite showers and toilet
-
All meals, drinking plain water, tea, and local coffee while on board
-
Snorkel gear: fins, masks, and snorkel
-
2 Snorkel Guides
-
Land tours & other group activities as per described in the program
-
All vessel port & harbor fees
EXCLUSIONS
-
National Park Fees / Maritime Areas Entrance Fees (*Subject to changes by government. Current rate is about IDR1,300,000 for Indonesian and IDR2,000,000 for non-Indonesian)
-
Soft drinks, alcoholic beverages (wine and/or beer) and expresso coffee
-
Nitrox
-
Dive Equipment Rental (i.e. Regulator, BCD, Dive Computer, etc)
-
Laundry and Massage services on Board
-
Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
-
Dive Insurance (Mandatory for all divers)
-
Other purchases done on board: boutique items
-
Tips / Crew Gratuities
-
International & Domestic air, land, sea transportation and its excess baggage charges
-
Visa, hotels, and food ashore before or after the cruise
Day 1: Arrive into Sorong
Guests will arrive on board depending on the time of their flight’s arrival. If you are arriving on the day of the trip, our lovely Cruise Director/Dive Master will be picking you up from the airport else we will pick you up around 11am from the hotel. Lunch will be provided on board.
If we are able to depart before by 12pm, the boat will head up to Matan / Manta Wai for a check out dive.
No of Dives: 1
Overnight on Board.
Day 2: Dampier Strait - Cape Kri
At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.
No. of Dives: 4
Overnight on Board
Day 3: Manta Sandy - Gam
Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.
Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kind of live. Its orange soft corals give name to this spectacular site.
No. of Dives: 4
Overnight on Board
Day 4: Penemu
The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa's Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colourful slope watching the seascape go by.
The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tenderboats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic there is a short walk to the top of one the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.
No. of Dives: 2
Overnight on Board
Day 5: Wayilbatan
The Four Kings is a series of colourful underwater pinnacles which make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.
No. of Dives: 3
Overnight on Board
Day 6: Boo - Fiabacet
This amazing string of small islands has a colourful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.
On a calm day you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!
No. of Dives: 4
Overnight on Board
Day 7: Farondi / Balbulol
Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.
Guests can also opt for the unique activity of visiting a magnificent follow by a snorkeling with the 'non-stinging' Jelly Fish which is an opportunity to experience something different and special to this place. Tell our friendly Cruise Director / Dive Master your preference; have 2 dives or head of to the cave and jelly fish adventure.
No. of Dives: 2 (unless guests opt for the cave and jelly fish snorkeling excursion)
Overnight on Board
Day 8: Departure
Breakfast will be provided to everyone before you disembark. Upon arrival, all guest will disembark and transferred to the Airport/Hotel.
DISCLAIMERS
-
The trip will be weather dependent and there might be crossing required throughout. We will, try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfil all itinerary briefed when you are on the boat.
-
Dive Damai are flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes is agreeable by all participants on board.
BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS
-
A 30% deposit is mandatory to secure the booking.
-
Full payment must be done at least 10 days prior departure.
-
This promotion cannot be change or altered in anyway, no refund will be provided in case of cancellation by the guests.
-
Should the trip be cancelled due to Covid-19 related government-imposed restrictions, an alternative date will be offered at the same rate.
INCLUSIONS
-
Return transfers to the vessel from/to airport or hotel on the day of embarkation and disembarkation, within the 10km radius.
-
Accommodation with air-conditioning and en-suite showers and toilet
-
All meals, drinking plain water, tea, and local coffee while on board
-
Snorkel gear: fins, masks, and snorkel
-
2 Snorkel/Dive Guides
-
Air-Filled Tank, Weight and Weight Belt
-
All the dives, land tours & other group activities as per described in the program
-
All vessel port & harbor fees
EXCLUSIONS
-
National Park Fees / Maritime Areas Entrance Fees (*Subject to changes by government. Current rate is about IDR1,300,000 for Indonesian and IDR2,000,000 for non-Indonesian)
-
Soft drinks, alcoholic beverages (wine and/or beer) and expresso coffee
-
Nitrox
-
Dive Equipment Rental (i.e. Regulator, BCD, Dive Computer, etc)
-
Laundry and Massage services on Board
-
Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
-
Dive Insurance (Mandatory for all divers)
-
Other purchases done on board: boutique items
-
Tips / Crew Gratuities
-
International & Domestic air, land, sea transportation and its excess baggage charges
-
Visa, hotels, and food ashore before or after the cruise
Day 1: Arrive into Sorong
Guests will arrive on board depending on the time of their flight’s arrival. If you are arriving on the day of the trip, our lovely Cruise Director/Dive Master will be picking you up from the airport else we will pick you up around 11am from the hotel. Lunch will be provided on board.
If we are able to depart before by 12pm, the boat will head up to Matan / Manta Wai for a check out dive.
No of Dives: 1
Overnight on Board.
Day 2: Dampier Strait - Cape Kri
At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.
No. of Dives: 4
Overnight on Board
Day 3: Manta Sandy - Gam
Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.
Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kind of live. Its orange soft corals give name to this spectacular site.
No. of Dives: 4
Overnight on Board
Day 4: Kawe
Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, fishy reef with collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.
No. of Dives: 4
Overnight on Board
Day 5: Aljui Bay
Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.
Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.
No. of Dives: 4
Overnight on Board
Day 6: Penemu
The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colourful slope watching the seascape go by.
The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic there is a short walk to the top of one the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance. Activities can also include kayaking in the lagoon.
No. of Dives: 4
Overnight on Board
Day 7: Batanta
The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinopias are some of the usual suspects we can find here.
No. of Dives: 4
Overnight on Board
Day 8: Departure
Breakfast will be provided to everyone before you disembark. Upon arrival, all guest will disembark and transferred to the Airport/Hotel.
DISCLAIMERS
-
The trip will be weather dependent and there might be crossing required throughout. We will, try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfil all itinerary briefed when you are on the boat.
-
Dive Damai are flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes is agreeable by all participants on board.
BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS
-
A 30% deposit is mandatory to secure the booking.
-
Full payment must be done at least 10 days prior departure.
-
This promotion cannot be change or altered in anyway, no refund will be provided in case of cancellation by the guests.
-
Should the trip be cancelled due to Covid-19 related government-imposed restrictions, an alternative date will be offered at the same rate.
INCLUSIONS
-
Return transfers to the vessel from/to airport or hotel on the day of embarkation and disembarkation, within the 10km radius.
-
Accommodation with air-conditioning and en-suite showers and toilet
-
All meals, drinking plain water, tea, and local coffee while on board
-
Snorkel gear: fins, masks, and snorkel
-
2 Snorkel/Dive Guides
-
Air-Filled Tank, Weight and Weight Belt
-
All the dives, land tours & other group activities as per described in the program
-
All vessel port & harbor fees
EXCLUSIONS
-
National Park Fees / Maritime Areas Entrance Fees (*Subject to changes by government. Current rate is about IDR1,300,000 for Indonesian and IDR2,000,000 for non-Indonesian)
-
Soft drinks, alcoholic beverages (wine and/or beer) and expresso coffee
-
Nitrox
-
Dive Equipment Rental (i.e. Regulator, BCD, Dive Computer, etc)
-
Laundry and Massage services on Board
-
Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
-
Dive Insurance (Mandatory for all divers)
-
Other purchases done on board: boutique items
-
Tips / Crew Gratuities
-
International & Domestic air, land, sea transportation and its excess baggage charges
-
Visa, hotels, and food ashore before or after the cruise