Your adventure begins in Maumere and concludes in Ambon, taking you through the stunning Strait of Pantar and Kalabahi Bay. Here, you'll explore some of the most breathtaking dive sites, including Mucky Mosque, Anemone City, Beangabang, and Current Alley. The underwater landscapes are wonderfully diverse, offering everything from incredible muck diving to towering walls and pristine coral reefs. Expect to encounter sharks, sunfish, large pods of dolphins, and even schooling hammerheads during certain seasons. Blue whales have also been spotted in these waters.

 

Beyond the extraordinary diving, Alor offers a captivating cultural experience. Local women craft beautiful handwoven ikat fabrics, men fish using traditional methods, and children play in the crystal-clear waters—adding a charming cultural layer to your journey in this isolated paradise.

Current

Mild to strong

Water Temperature

Generally around 27C but a few spots can get down to 20C around the middle of the year (July-September)
Alor is also great for experienced snorkellers and free divers

Program

Maumere (Flores) to Ambon (Maluku) – 10 Nights / 11 Days (up to 30 dives)

Day 1

Guest arrival in Maumere boarding Malaillo before 2pm, followed by an arrival briefing. An afternoon check dive on Pangabatang Island may be conducted, depending on arrival time of the last guest.

Day 2

Diving day around Komba, a stunning volcanic island (4 dives).

Day 3

Diving day in Alor. First dive around northern Pantar Island with a chance for schooling hammerhead sharks. Second dive at the arch of Ternate Island, third & fourth dive inside the bay of Kalabahi with spectacular muck dives (4 dives).

Day 4

Full day of muck dives. There will be a land excursion after lunch to visit the local culture of Alor and watch a traditional dance (3 dives).

Day 5

Diving day with gorgeous reef dives at The Edge, stunning wall dives around Ternate Island. The day may also offer a chance to encounter the resident Dugong while snorkeling. We’ll be heading to Wetar Island in the afternoon (only 2 dives due to the long distance sailing to Wetar Island).

Day 6

Diving day at the wonderful Wetar Island- all wall dives with a pristine hard coral garden (4 dives).

Day 7

Diving day at the great Pulau Gunung Api, or the Volcano Island, a tiny spot in the middle of nowhere, hosting nice coral and many different sea snakes (3 dives).

Day 8

Diving day around Banda Naira Island. First dive is around the atoll of Karang Hatta, second dive at Pulau Hatta, a great wall dive with hole on the wall. The third dive is at Lava Flow, a gorgeous site which has been heavily by the lava flow, enhancing the growth of hard corals and making them into a packed & pristine hard coral garden. Last dive of the day is a night dive inside the bay of Banda Naira (4 dives).

Day 9

Start the day with a land excursion, visiting the historical fortress from the Dutch era. After the trip, we’ll dive at Pohon Miring, a great wall dive with a swim-through. The second dive is at Batu Kapal, a great pinnacle dive, followed by a night dive in the same area (3 dives).

Day 10

Diving day at Pulau Suanggi. We’ll be dedicating the day to two great reef dives with the chance of sighting schooling hammerhead sharks (2 dives).

Day 11

Guests check out from Malaillo before 11am, departure to airport or transit hotel in Ambon.
We reserve the right to change the travel itinerary or any agreed services, if force majeure, unforeseen or unavoidable circumstances require us to do so.

Included

  • Full board accommodation
  • 5 meals per day (Light and main breakfast - Lunch - Afternoon Snack - Dinner)
  • Water, tea and coffee
  • Diving activities with up to 4 dives a day
  • Diving cylinders, weights and weight belts
  • Dive guides and Cruise directors
  • Transfer from/to embarkation/disembarkation airport or hotel
  • Land excursions
  • ENOS (GPS beacon)
  • Nitrox (for EANx certified divers)
  • Wi-Fi on board

Not Included

  • 15 liter tanks
  • Diving courses
  • Dive equipment rental
  • Port clearance and harbour tax
  • National park fee and local fee
  • Fuel surcharge/distance fee
  • On board purchases
  • Alcohol and softdrinks
  • Crew gratuities
  • Dive, travel and medical Insurance
  • Laundry service

 

The Malaillo Liveaboard staff will do everything possible to ensure your stay is enjoyable and memorable.
We understand that the little touches matter.

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