Starting in the Bay of Ambon, there are amazing creatures to be found in the rich muck. Explore Laha and Air Manis as well as a shipwreck covered in healthy corals.

 

One of the most unforgettable dives on this trip could be at Gunung Api, also known as Volcano Island. Situated 120 miles from the nearest land, this atoll is extraordinary due to the thousands of venomous sea snakes that call its waters home. Though non-aggressive, these snakes are mesmerizing to observe, often displaying fascinating pack hunting behavior. Gunung Api also hosts a large colony of seabirds, and if conditions permit, you can explore the island by taking a tender ashore.

 

Another major highlight of this tour is the opportunity to witness schooling hammerhead sharks—a truly remarkable sight that adds to the adventure.

Program

Ambon - Ambon (Maluku) : 8 Nights / 9 Days (up to 23 dives)

Day 1

Guest arrival in Ambon boarding Malaillo before 2pm, followed by a check dive in Laha in Ambon Bay, depending on arrival time of the last guest (1 dive).

Day 2

Wonderful reef dives around Pulau Suanggi, with the chance of schooling Hammerhead sharks, followed by a night dive around Banda Naira (4 dives).

Day 3

Start the day with a land excursion to a Dutch fortress followed by two day dives around Batu Kapal & Pohon Miring. No night dive as we’ll be sailing towards the famous Manuk Island (2 dives)

Day 4

Three great reef dives around Manuk Island, with chances of seeing schooling Hammerhead sharks and many sea snakes (3 dives).

Day 5

Another day of chances to encounter the schooling Hammerhead sharks on Serua Island, great dives over the pristine hard coral garden (4 dives).

Day 6

Diving day on Karang Nil Desperandum, three amazing dives with high chance for schooling Hammerhead sharks (3 dives)

Day 7

First dive around the atoll of Karang Hatta, followed by two other dives around Hatta Island, ending the day with a night dive. (4 dives)

Day 8

The option to do 2 dives around Amet on Seram Island or go back to pulau Suanggi for another opportunity to catch schooling hammerhead sharks on photo & video (2 dives).

Day 9

Guest diembark Malaillo by 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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