Setting off from Labuan Bajo, Indonesia, this thrilling journey will take you to some of the most picturesque and diverse destinations in the region.
This 1-week sailing itinerary promises an extraordinary blend of nature, wildlife, and relaxation, creating an expedition that will forever hold a special place in your heart.
So, come aboard and let the magic of Komodo Island unfold before your eyes.
Our crew will meet you at the airport with refreshing cold towels and mineral water where you will be swiftly transferred to the harbor in Labuan Bajo.
Upon arrival, on The Oracle, our highly experienced cruise director will welcome you aboard with our safety & welcome briefings before serving lunch and heading to our first destination.
Depending on our arrival time it may be possible to have a check dive or snorkel before relaxing with sunset cocktails and your first dinner experience in this unique natural paradise.
This area of the Komodo National Park is home to some of the most famous dive sites in the area. Sites such as Castle and Crystal Rock offer huge schools of fish taking advantage of the current to feed.
Shotgun,when dived on a rising tide, is like no other site in the world with a good chance of reef mantas and sharks. For the not so adventurous, China Shop, LightHouse and Crystal Bay offer some excellent beginner sites surrounded by deserted sandy beaches.
Enjoy some sunset cocktails on the roof while the chef prepares the first of many sumptuous evening meals.
After a restful sleep and a nutritious breakfast, we head to Komodo National Park. Exciting dive sites like Batu Bolong, Takat Makassar, Mawan, and Siaba Besar await us, attracting large schools of predatory fish due to the tidal flow.
Morning dives offer thrilling encounters with giant trevally, big eye jacks, dogtooth tuna, and barracudas searching for their breakfast. Takat Makassar is a popular spot for manta feeding and cleaning. We embark on a sunset trek on Padar island.
Back on the vessel, treat yourself to a relaxing massage before savoring the chef's delightful creations. The bay is perfect for watersports, relaxing on the beach or cruise around for spoting the local wildlife.
Early in the morning, before the heat of the day, is the best time to search for Komodo dragons. Our crew will escort you, along with the local rangers, through the dense brush in search of these ancient beasts.
You might also see water buffalo, monkeys, wild boar and various birds and reptiles. On return to The Oracle, a hearty breakfast awaits you. Komodo bay is a perfect spot to use the kayaks or paddleboards.
After lunch we can visit the famous Pink Beach that is nearby and then continue our expedition to Nusa Kode.
Jurassic-like bay, cliffs, forests, and seas form a timeless land. Monkeys, deer, and boar attract Komodo dragons. Brahminy kites and sea eagles rule the skies. Cooler waters, Indian Ocean's touch, nurture diverse marine life—frog fish, sea apples, nudibranchs, dolphins, whales, and mobula rays.
Cannibal Rock, Yellow Wall, Torpedo Alley, Boulders— world-class dives with treasures on every surface.
We make our way back north, to the central area of the park, to visit some sites we have not yet experienced. Siaba, Mawan and Tatawa islands all have multiple spectacular snorkel and dive sites and it’s always good to visit Batu Bolong again on the opposite tide from a few days ago.
After lunch we can make a short excursion to the sandbar at Takata Makassar before submerging at Manta Point in search of schooling mantas.
On the evening we head to Kalong, a protected Mangrove reserve, for a unique spectacle of nature you are likely never to forget.
In the morning we will arrive at the Sebayor islands. Located just outside the national park, this area is ideal for fishing and various water sports. We can visit a small village that is very welcoming to foreigners, relax onboard with a massage from our spa therapist or just chill on a secluded beach and read a book.
Of course, snorkeling and diving options are on offer depending on your flight times tomorrow. On the evening we can dine al fresco on the beach or under the stars on the top deck of the vessel.
Nestled within the heart of Indonesia's captivating archipelago, this paradise beckons adventure seekers with its unique blend of pristine wilderness and natural wonders.