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Raja Ampat and Spice Islands - Coral Expeditions
Validity Dates 27 Nov 2023 to 17 Jan 2025
Start Price AU $17,590 per person
Cruise Coral Geographer, Raja Ampat and Spice Islands ex Darwin to Sorong
Cruise Line Coral Expeditions
Ship Coral Geographer
Destination South Pacific & New Zealand
Brief Description Cruise 18 nights with Coral Expeditions on a small ship expedition to Raja Ampat and the Spice Islands.
Type of Special 19 day Cruise Only
Departure Date 24 Jan 2025
Inclusions The rich history and diverse marine life of Raja Ampat and Spice Islands are brought to life on this 18-night voyage. Aboard Coral Geographer retrace the ancient trade routes of spice merchants trading Chinese silks for cloves, Indian cotton for nutmeg and Arabian coffee for pepper. Explore some of the hundreds of rarely visited islands of Raja Ampat whose waters harbour over 75% of the world`s coral and fish species. At Cenderawasih Bay, swim with the gentle whale sharks – the largest living non-mammalian vertebrate – in what guests describe as a `once in a lifetime experience.` Walk through vibrant village markets. Experience a traditional welcome at Banda Neira where the ship is serenaded by kora kora canoes. Enjoy the view over sunset drinks at 17th century Dutch Fort Belgica. Climb atop Mount Pindito to marvel at one of the world`s most photographed marine scenes: the jagged green limestone cliffs and crystal clear water of Wayag.

Highlights:
- Indulge with three days in spectacular Raja Ampat, the famed `Four Kings` archipelago
- Swim in the turquoise waters of Yapap natural pool
- Discover Wayag`s `gumdrop` islands and be rewarded by the view from Pindito Peak
- Swim with the gentle and majestic whale sharks at Cenderawasih Bay, the world’s largest fish
- Be welcomed to Banda Neira by the exciting spectacle of the traditional Kora Kora canoes
- Explore the ancient kingdoms fought over by English, Dutch, and Portuguese explorers
- Learn the customs & cultures of West Papua and Indonesia, and experience local culture, including traditional dances, handicrafts and fresh local food
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DISCOUNTS, AVAILABILITY & SOLO OFFERS:
These fares are based on full brochure fare. Please note that the prices shown here are not shown in real time availability or pricing. Please check with your consultant at time of enquiry if your preferred cabin type is available and for your best offer!

Single Occupancy Fares: Coral Expeditions have allocated several staterooms for solo travellers. Coral Adventurer and Coral Geographer have two staterooms allocated in each of the Explorer Deck, Promenade Deck and Coral Deck categories. Coral Discoverer has two staterooms allocated in the Promenade Deck Category B. These fares are subject to a sole-supplement.

No Sole Supplement Offers: Occasionally Coral Expeditions run special offers on select voyages so you can enjoy a room to yourself at the twin share rate. For these offers they open additional staterooms beyond the ones allocated for solo travellers. These offers are subject to availability.
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Raja Ampat and Spice Islands - Cruise only package includes:
- 18 night cruise aboard Coral Geographer from Darwin to Sorong
- All meals onboard, chef-prepared
- Captain`s welcome and farewell events, and open bridge access
- Selected wines, selected beers and house spirits, juices, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner
- 24-hour barista-style coffee and tea station
- All excursions with our Expedition Team
- Use of Xplorer and Zodiacs
- Daily lectures and briefings with Guest Lecturers
- All entrance fees to National Parks, ports, traditional owner fees and charges imposed by governing authorities
- Tips and gratuities
- Use of all onboard facilities, incl. a reference library
- Your expedition photos captured during the voyage
- Wifi Access – Standard speed connectivity enabling email, social image sharing, web browsing and messaging

NOT INCLUDED:
- Charter flight from Sorong to Darwin post cruise at an additional indicative cost of $1500pp (to be advised by coral expeditions once prices are confirmed)
- Pre-cruise transfers
- Alcoholic drinks outside of lunch and dinner service
- Premium Internet services
- Laundry service (available at a cost)
- Items of a personal nature such souvenir purchases
- Optional extras in some destinations

Note: This itinerary is an indication of the destinations visited and activities on offer. Throughout the expedition changes may be made to the itinerary as necessary to maximise your expeditionary experience. Allowances may be made for seasonal variations, weather, tidal conditions, and any other event that may affect the operation of the vessel. Coral Expeditions suggests that you do not arrive on the day of embarkation or depart on the day of disembarkation due to any changes that may occur in scheduling.
Special Conditions *Conditions Apply: All prices shown here are per person share twin (unless stated as single) in AUD, based on best available cruise fare at time of publication (22Nov23). Some cabins may have obstructed views. All airfares/taxes are due in full 24 hours from reservation and strict cancellation/change fees apply. Selected routing and airlines apply to package offers - any variances requested by guest will incur surcharges. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Please note that the prices shown here are not shown in real time. While we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ from the prices in our booking system at time of reservation. Transfers only included if guests are arriving/departing by air at specific airports on exact package dates. Offer subject to availability at time of booking. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty.
Sailing Dates
  • 24 Jan 2025
Prices
Category Twin Per Person Single Per Person
Coral Deck Stateroom AU $17,590 Request Price
Promenade Deck Stateroom AU $21,120 Request Price
Explorer Deck Balcony Stateroom AU $28,120 Request Price
Bridge Deck Balcony Stateroom AU $37,820 Request Price
Itinerary

Cruise Itinerary

DayDateActivityArriveDepart
1 24/01 Darwin, NT, Australia
2 25/01 At sea    
3 26/01 At sea    
4 27/01 Yamdena Island, Indonesia
5 28/01 At sea    
6 29/01 Banda Neira, Indonesia
7 30/01 Banda Neira, Indonesia
8 31/01 Molana Island, Indonesia
8 31/01 Saparua, Indonesia
9 01/02 Seram Island, Indonesia
10 02/02 Pulau Misool, Raja Ampat
11 03/02 Kofiau Island, Raja Ampat
12 04/02 Wayag Island, Indonesia
13 05/02 Amsterdam Island, PNG
14 06/02 At sea    
15 07/02 Pulau Roon, Papua New Guinea
16 08/02 Cenderawasih Bay, Indonesia
16 08/02 Kwatisore, Papua New Guinea
17 09/02 Pulau Num, Indonesia
18 10/02 Manokwari, Papua New Guinea
19 11/02 Sorong, Papua New Guinea
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

* Unless otherwise noted all pricing is on a per person twin share basis. All prices based on cash payment - credit card fees may apply. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Special conditions may apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Any pricing not in Australian Dollars will be converted on the day of payment into the relevant currency based on our daily rate of exchange. Please note that many of the prices shown on this website are not shown in real time. Whilst we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ slightly from the live prices in our booking system. All pricing and offers are subject to availability at time of booking. Whilst all information is correct at the time of publication, offers are subject to change. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Please submit any data errors/omissions you may notice on this site.

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