Raja Ampat, Misool & Banda Sea, Nov 2026

*TOTAL price is US$6,900 ($AU price will be according to current exchange rates). Fuel surcharge and harbour fees are collected in advance.  Non-diver discount is -10%. Price shown is calculated based on a nominal exchange rate. 

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Ten full days of whale and dolphin-watching, snorkeling and photography in placid blue-water mangroves and coral reef from Raja Ampat via Misool to the remote areas of the Banda Sea and Spice Islands. This trip has the best chance of seeing blue whales. 

You'll see other rarely encountered whales and dolphins of species you may never have heard of (and some you have). You'll snorkel on some of the most precious and beautiful coral reef in the world, while cruising in luxury on a converted wooden sailing ship around a World Heritage listed region and one of the world's most extraordinary landscapes.    

We will live aboard the comfortable Pindito with one of the region's most experienced crews.

This program is led by Wildiaries’ founder, photography and whale and dolphin expert Simon Mustoe and Sea Turtle Foundation’s Tim Harvey. It offers a rare opportunity to encounter rarely seen whales and dolphins including possibly Orcas, Pilot Whales, Sperm Whales, Bryde's whales, Spinner and Pan-tropical Spotted Dolphins.

Simon Mustoe

As well as being founder of Wildiaries, Simon is also the author of 'Guide to Whales and Dolphins of Australia' and has spent the last 20 years studying marine mammals all over the world. Several years ago Simon Mustoe created Wildiaries with the sole purpose of “connecting people to nature”. Simon has spent a lifetime traveling and observing nature, running expeditions and working as a wildlife expert for large companies. Simon says “the emotional bond to home is a feeling we can all understand. When we travel we seek the company of those who care most about the place they live, nature’s power to inspire comes through strongly”.  

INCLUDES

• Transfers from/to airport Sorong to/from the MV Pindito
• Accommodation in a double or twin bed cabin with en-suite shower bath, toilet and AC
• Full board including all drinks on board (excluding wine)
• Up to 2 dives per diving day and one down or night-dive (no diving on departure/arrival day)
• NITROX fillings for whole cruise
• Multilingual guides on board

• Park and other local fees (estimated at USD200)
• Airport taxes for domestic flights and departure fees (payable at the airport - currently USD 50)
• Tips for the crew (discretionary but normally recommended at per guest/day USD 20.00)
• Travel insurance (required for entry to Indonesia)
• Dive insurance (from 2013 onwards mandatory for all cruises)
• Harbour fees (USD80)
• Fuel surcharge