Upcoming Overseas/Long Range Trips

Forgotten Islands to Triton Bay: “Journey Through the Banda Sea to West Papua, Indonesia” Diving and Eco Expedition 2027

October 25~November 9, 2027

The Forgotten Islands are called that for a reason -- much of the 1000+ km stretch of the archipelago remains unexplored, untouched, and pristine. Furthermore, this specially customized itinerary focuses on the even less explored area of the Banda Sea, from the heart of the Forgotten Islands through the Kai Islands to Triton Bay (West Papua). During our 500+ mile journey, we will do some exploratory diving in the Kai Islands and be among the very first divers to lay their eyes on their pristine coral reef wonders. There will be amazing deep walls covered with soft corals, sea fans, and sponges. You will be surrounded by schools of jacks, fusiliers, redtooth triggerfish, and surgeonfish. You may have dove in the other parts of the famed Coral Triangle, but this area of the Triangle is truly the world’s last frontier. There is no other place with such endless stretches of amazingly preserved coral reefs in the world. You will also have the privilege of visiting remote villages and witness their unique cultures. You will observe the intimate relationship that some village fishermen have with the whale sharks in the area, and have the chance to snorkel with these majestic animals. The planning stages for this expedition began in 2021 -- it takes years to get a trip like this to happen! You definitely don’t want to miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

Expedition Itinerary:

Oct 25 (Mon): Depart LAX in the late evening to Jakarta, Indonesia.

Oct 26 (Tue): Cross the International Date Line.

Oct 27 (Wed): Arrive in Jakarta, Indonesia in the early afternoon, check into the hotel and relax for rest of day. Go back to airport at 10pm. Fly to Saumlaki via Ambon.

Oct 28 (Thur): Arrive in Saumlaki in the morning. Board the world-renowned, First-class liveaboard, Arenui, which will be our home for the next 12 days and 11 nights. Set sail from the heart of the Forgotten Islands through the Banda Sea.

Oct 29~Nov 7 (Fri~Sun): Adventure as underwater explorers through the Forgotten Islands, Kai Islands, and Triton Bay, relax in five-star accommodation, feast on world class meals, and enjoy paradise aboard the best liveaboard in the world.

Nov 8 (Mon): Say farewell to the Arenui and her crew in the morning. Depart from Kaimana to Jakarta through Ambon or Sorong. Arrive in Jakarta in the afternoon or early evening. Check into hotel. Free program remainder of day.

Nov 9 (Tue): Depart Jakarta in the afternoon, fly back to Los Angeles. Arrive at LAX the same day in the evening

Expedition Includes:
- Two nights hotel accommodation with breakfast and airport transfer in Jakarta
- 12 days, 11 nights full on-board accommodation in double/twin cabin on the world’s best dive liveaboard ~ Arenui
- All meals and soft drinks on-board
- 30+ dives in the world's most coveted dive sites with 4 to 1 divers to DM ratio
- Tanks and weights
- Islands and villages land excursion
- All ground transfers in Indonesia
- Welcome massage
- Government taxes
- Escort by Ocean Safari professional dive leader/photographer with unparalleled service

Exclusions:

- International and domestic flights

- On-board telecommunications

- On-board alcoholic beverages

- Nitrox

- Administration/port clearance fee $150

- National Parks Entrance and Diving Fee $240 (may increase without prior notice)

- Fuel surcharge $150

- Laundry service

- Massages other than welcome massage

- Travel and dive insurance (see additional information below)

- Crew gratuities

Costs: (based on Double Occupancy)
- Deluxe cabin: $8188 (12 spots)
- Master suite: $8738 (4 spots)

Payment:

For credit card payment please add 3.5%

Dive & Travel Insurance: 

Dive insurance is required to participate in this trip. Please use our links to purchase dive insurance from DAN 
Travel insurance is optional. However, over the years, we have seen how valuable and beneficial travel insurance can be. These policies will help cover expenses when your trip is interrupted due to events such as weather, mechanical breakdowns, missed flights/connections, or when someone else has a dive/medical emergency that prevents you from diving.  

Cancellation Policy:
Before Sept 15, 2026, 1st deposit forfeited, no refund on first deposit.

After Sept 15, 2026, 1st and 2nd deposit forfeited (unless replacement can be found then 1st deposit forfeited).

After Mar 15, 2027, 1st, 2nd and 3rd deposit forfeited (unless replacement can be found then 1st deposit forfeited).
After June 15, 2027, no refund (unless replacement can be found then 1st deposit forfeited).

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