Bali and Komodo National Park
Ship: AQUA BLU
DEPARTURES: APR, MAY, JUN, JUL, AUG, SEP, OCT
From: AU$10,220
STYLE: LUXURY
Days: 8
Country: INDONESIA AND WEST PAPUA
Be in the presence of the pre-historic Komodo Dragons in their natural habitat, where they have thrived for millions of years. These are the largest lizards in the world. They are the largest lizards on earth and you will be mesmerized by their strength and agility. Explore some of the most renowned destinations on board the luxurious Aqua Blu.
ITINERARY SUMMARY
This itinerary also operates in reverse.
DAY 1 BENOA, BALI
Arrive at Bali to a warm welcome. Board Aqua Blu and cruise to Moyo Island as the sun sets.
DAY 2 MOYO ISLAND
Start the day in Moyo, a remote hilly island with a handful of fishing villages. Discover wildlife en route to the spectacular waterfall at the center of the island. Dive and snorkel on the fringing shallow reefs for an unforgettable experience.
DAY 3 SALEH BAY, SUMBAWA
Arrive at Saleh Bay where you’ll have the chance to encounter friendly whale sharks up close. In the afternoon, kayak in the crater of the extinct Satonda volcano.
DAY 4 KOMODO ISLAND AND BATU MONCHO
Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast with the Sangeang volcano in the backdrop. Arrive at Komodo island to discover the largest population of Komodo Dragons up-close. In the afternoon, relax, dive, and snorkel in the beautiful bay of Batu Moncho.
DAY 5 GILI LAWA AND PADAR ISLANDS
Head out for an early morning kayaking session from Aqua Blu over a shallow coral reef through a current-swept passage. Here, you can view the indigenous Rusa Deer roaming the sandy beaches. In the afternoon, arrive at the picturesque Padar Island. Hike up the savannah hill for iconic views.
DAY 6 HORSESHOE BAY AND PINK BEACH
After a morning sailing through a spectacular sea passage, arrive in Horseshoe Bay, a dramatic curvature of land that is the remains of an ancient volcano caldera. Visit the favorite haunts of sea eagles and Komodo dragons while aboard Aqua Blu’s tenders or choose to dive or swim instead. In the late afternoon, the iconic Pink Beach awaits.
DAY 7 TATAWA BESAR & SABULON
Start the day with a drift snorkel or dive along rainbow reef, which is full of soft and hard coral attracting scores of marine life dancing in the current. Spend the afternoon swimming from the ship and enjoying the calm reefs around Sabulon before viewing your final Komodo sunset of the expedition.
DAY 8 LABUAN BAJO
Arrive for your disembarkation in Labuan Bajo. Catch your outbound flight or continue your Indonesian adventure.
