Alor / Komodo
Damai 2
9 Days 8 Nights
Start Date:
12-Jun-21
From:
Kupang
Availability:
Cancelled
End Date:
20-Jun-21
To:
Labuan Bajo
Remarks:
Cabin Availability
Go into the microenvironment fed but currents of the Indian and the Pacific oceans of Alor. Komodo: the land that time forgot. This World Heritage Site has action packed diving, prehistoric Komodo dragons and spectacular scenery. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:
Day 1: Arrive into Kupang
Guests will arrive in Kupang and have time to get comfortable on the boat. There is a large crossing towards the Alor region, and we will depart once we have settled on the boat.
No. of Dives:
0
Day 2: Pantar Straits (East)
Beautiful rocky formation, and abundant life around the patches between the walls. We do see timid Mola Molas on the surface and and schooling dolphins hang in the near open waters.
On the south-east of Pantar, Beangabang Bay has one of the top night dives in the country: the chance to hunt for octopus, ghost pipefish, unusual shrimp, Bobbitt worms colourful nudibranchs and lots of juvenile fish.
No. of Dives:
4
Day 3: Rusa
This is a collection of 3 small islands in the middle of the cold water currents that flow between the islands of Kawula and Pantar. Spectacular rock formation, totally covered with corals, hard and soft, crinoids, anemones. Almost impossible to find any space. In the shallow clouds of red anthias, deeper large snappers, sweetlips, giant groupers, passing sharks. As pure as it gets.
No. of Dives:
4
Day 4: Tanjung Bacatan & Komba
In the north of Kawula island, tanjung Bacatan is a classic. Deep slope that gentle gives way a wall, passing Tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are expected to be spotted. After two dives we sail towards the volcano if Komba, active until very recently and always a beautiful sight. We will look for whales on our way.
No. of Dives:
4
Day 5: Batu Boga
A big surprise for this last day of diving. Great corals, great sea fans, lots of schooling grunts and snappers, turtles, and quite av few black tip. Without a doubt, a world class diving site.
Long crossing to Komodo
No. of Dives:
2
Day 6: Sebolan Kecil & North Komodo
This is the boundaries of the Komodo national park: Easy nice slopes, healthy corals and the possibility of encounter with eagle rays that tent to hover close to the reef. After two dives, it is time to get ready for the National park and we will move towards the Northern area of Komodo for some adrenaline dives along Lawa Laut and "The Passage".
No. of Dives:
4
Day 7: Central Komodo & Wainilu
Into the middle of the channel to dive the Signature site of Batu Bolong; the 'Rock with the Hole'. This is a beautiful reef dive with plenty of fish, turtles and passing pelagics. For a macro dive head to the small island of Wainilu on the north coast of Rinca. Diving along the sand slope in front of the beach should prove an excellent opportunity for critter hunting and some unusual nudibranchs.
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.
No. of Dives:
4
Day 8: Gili Lawa Laut
For some of the best schooling fish action in Komodo we will head to the north of the park and dive on two seamounts called Crystal Rock and Castle Rock. Keep you eyes open for cruising sharks amongst the clouds of schooling fish.
No. of Dives:
2
Day 9: Nyata
The islands around Nyata boast white sand beaches which stretch into beautiful blue water
No. of Dives:
3
Day 10: Reong
Further to the east Wetar provides some good diving on sloping reefs. We will then move
No. of Dives:
3
Day 11: Kalabahi Bay & Pura
Arriving in Alor and tie to change underwater topography. First with 2 dives with sandy muck dive,
No. of Dives:
3
Day 12: Pantar Straits
Beautiful walls of macro and wide-angle subjects. Clean walls, abundant life and the always cooperative
No. of Dives:
3
Day 13: Pantar Straits
Beautiful walls of macro and wide-angle subjects. Clean walls, abundant life and the
No. of Dives:
3
Day 14: Pantar Straits
Beautiful walls of macro and wide-angle subjects. Clean walls, abundant life and the
No. of Dives:
3
Day 15: Pantar Straits
Beautiful walls of macro and wide-angle subjects. Clean walls, abundant life and the
No. of Dives:
3
Day 16: Pantar Straits
Beautiful walls of macro and wide-angle subjects. Clean walls, abundant life and the
No. of Dives:
3
Day 17: Pantar Straits
Beautiful walls of macro and wide-angle subjects. Clean walls, abundant life and the
No. of Dives:
3
Day 9: Departure
Guests will be escorted to the airport in Labuan Bajo and assisted with check in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.
DISCLAIMERS
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.
Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely update on this during the trip, however your understanding on last minute changes would be appreciate. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.
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.
Cabin 1
At 22 sq meters / 237 sq feet, this room can be configured with a double bed (180cm x 200cm / 5.9 feet x 6.56 feet) or two single beds (90cm x 200cm / 2.95 feet x 6.56 feet). It has a desk and a wardrobe, three reading lights and a bed side table. The room is fully air-conditioned and has en-suite facilities, where the shower place has a dividing glass door. At 22 sq meters / 237 sq feet, this room can be configured with a double bed (180cm x 200cm / 5.9 feet x 6.56 feet) or two single beds
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