Majik

KOMODO National Park 9D&8N

Majik liveaboard is the perfect way to explore this legendary national park, which has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It boasts a plethora of underwater flora and fauna, walking trails up to viewpoints that will take your breath away, as well as the endemic Komodo dragon. Get up close and personal with these mythical creatures, swim with the elegant manta rays and enjoy some of the worlds finest diving at sites such as Castle Rock, Golden Passage and Batu Bolong.

• Day 1: Welcome Aboard
• Well collect you in style at your hotel or airport, preferably in the morning so you can make the most of the day. Well then cruise west where you can enjoy the beach, or go snorkelling or diving on Bidadari or Sebayur Kecil Island. A sense of calm reigns over these islands, however underwater, the reef is positively teeming with life. End the day by kicking back with a drink, while admiring the stunning sunset. Night dive is optional.
• Day 2: The Komodo Strait
• Komodo Island lies in the middle of the straits between Sumbawa and the Flores Islands. The sea is funnelled between the two islands, creating rich currents and coral reefs that will be a delight for you to explore, such as Tatawa Besar, Batu Bolong and Golden Passage. At the end of a spectacular days sailing, well anchor safely in Gili Lawa Island Bay, famous for its magnificent views of the glowing sunset.
• Day 3: Manta Point & Padar Island
• Cruising south, well make a stopover at Taka Makassar, aka Manta Point, a coral garden in which youll swim or dive with mantas, sharks and turtles, to name just a few. You can then enjoy a bite to eat or simply relax on the nearby sand atoll, and watch in awe as the turquoise waters lap the shore. From there, we will make our way to Padar Island to take in its dramatic landscape of sharp peaks and pink sand beaches. Here, a short walk is all that is standing between you and views that will take your breath away.
• Day 4: Horseshoe Bay
• A day in South Rinca, aka Horse Shoe Bay, is the perfect opportunity for you to delve into nature and discover the extraordinary wildlife, including monkeys, deer, wild pigs, sea eagles and of course Komodo dragons. The colder waters here are home to some world-class dive sites, such as the famous Cannibal Rock.
• Day 5:Gili Lawa Island
• Here, the diving will not disappoint with three world-famous dive sites and shark hotspots for you to enjoy: Castle Rock, Crystal Rock and the Cauldron. For less adventurous snorkelers or divers, it also boasts beautiful hard coral reefs surrounded by white sand, where manta rays are not a rare sight. Youll find it difficult to resist grabbing a paddleboard or kayak to glide over these turquoise waters before enjoying a well-deserved drink at sunset.
• Day 6:Sanggeang
• The Sanggeang volcano is still very much active, so you can enjoy a surreal swim in its underwater hot springs and bubbling reef. Sanggean is renowned for its extremely colourful soft corals and the contrast created against a backdrop of black volcanic sand. Youll also get a chance to visit the islands only village, home to honey makers, boat builders and shepherds settled along the shoreline.
• Day 7:Banta & Batu Monco
• Well sail onwards to Banta Island, right outside the National Park, to explore far-flung, secluded bays with white and pink sand beaches surrounded by dry, steep slopes and peaks. With not a soul in sight, youll feel at one with nature. Weather permitting, we can cruise to Batu Monco and its crystal-clear, turquoise waters where snorkelling is effortless and you can dive pristine coral reefs surrounded by white sandy slopes.
• Day 8:Rinca island
• In the morning, we will head to the ranger station on Rinca Island, where a park ranger will talk to you about the legendary Komodo dragons. You can then cool off with a swim or dive at Wainilu or Pengah Kecil. As we cruise towards Kalong Island, well end the day on a magical note with thousands of giant fruit bats flying overhead in the light of the setting sun.
• Day 9:Farewell in Labuan Bajo
• We will cruise back to Labuan Bajo so you can savour your last hearty breakfast and check out before noon. After a few final photos and farewells, our crew will arrange your transfer to your hotel or airport. Then its time to head home, your head filled with unforgettable memories from the trip of a lifetime.

Forgotten Island & Banda Sea 11D&10N

Dont let the name fool you cruising this long chain of islands, atolls and active volcanoes promise to be unforgettable. Each island is isolated and home to a unique marine environment where various species thrive in large numbers, from sea birds to schooling fish or even hammerhead sharks. Beyond being an absolutely exceptional destination for diving, the Banda Islands boast a rich history at the heart of the spice trade. For centuries, they were coveted by countless European countries as the sole producer of nutmeg. Dive into the past as you explore the spice plantations, Dutch fortresses, and local villages.

Our liveaboard route includes long stretches of the open sea and is therefore very weather-dependent. The best conditions are usually found in September, October & November, and April & May.

• Day 1: Dawera
• Well reach the Forgotten Islands where you can immerse yourself in the unique environment beautiful beaches and thriving coral reefs that host a wonderful diversity of marine life. Youll finish the day in the picturesque village of Welora, where you can get a glimpse into the local culture and dances while savoring the local food and sipping the strong coconut liquor!
• Day 2:Dai
• Youll get to meet the local people of Dai Island who live in tiny villages nestled in between deep waters and high cliffs. Next, youll plunge into the fringing reefs where you can see huge schools of fish gathering, sometimes even hammerhead sharks. This is an island of extremes: from the landscapes to the shimmering waters, from the rich biodiversity to the strong local cultural traditions. Dai is sure to remain engraved in your memory for a long time to come
• Day 3:Desperandum
• Nil Desperandum Reef is a tiny speck of coral in the middle of the Banda Sea with incredible hard coral formations and resident hammerhead sharks rising from the depths, much to the delight of divers lucky enough to see them. Youll get to spend a full day here gazing in awe upon the shoals of big fish swimming past, including tuna and Spanish mackerel.
• Day 4:Serua
• Serua Island is located right at the heart of the Ring of Fire. It is an active volcano, home to only one small village, with which we have built a strong connection. In this village, perhaps the most isolated in all of Indonesia, various spices are cultivated, such as cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg and the villagers live a very simple life, surrounded by the deep vast sea. Youll explore both the village and its amazing house reefs, teeming with big fish.
• Day 5:Manuk
• Manuk rises from a depth of 7000m to just 200m above sea level, and is the epitome of our Banda Sea liveaboard. Dozens of sea bird colonies patrol the skies above this very active volcano, thanks to which there are breathtaking lava flows to explore underwater. Youll get to see sea snakes swimming gracefully around massive sponges, and perhaps even dolphins, hammerhead sharks and huge tunas.
• Day 6:Hatta
• Welcome to the easternmost Spice Island. While relatively flat above the water with stunning beaches, the underwater landscape features endless vertical walls. The marine life boasts astonishing diversity, from green turtles to eagle rays, from reef sharks to rare scorpion fishes it is a delight for both divers and snorkelers, who can let themselves drift along effortlessly with the current.
• Day 7: Banda Islands
• Well enter the natural harbor of the Banda Islands where you can discover the rich history of the Spice Islands by visiting the 17th-century Dutch fortress and nutmeg plantations. Then you can go for a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear waters of Batu Kapal and Soangi Island. Youll definitely need two days to explore this magical place.
• Day 8 - 9:Saparua
• Youll wake up in front of Pombo Boi, a tiny rock with palm trees, surrounded by a superb coral reef teeming with strange, tiny creatures heaven for underwater photographers and snorkelers. Well then head to Molana Island to enjoy its pristine white sandy beaches and some easy dives to finish off a beautiful trip!
• Day 10:Ambon
• We will cruise to Ambon, the capital of the Maluku region, where well savour our last hearty breakfast and check out before noon. After sharing photos and farewells, our crew will arrange your transfer to your hotel or airport so you can return home with memories that will last a lifetime.

Sunda Islands 11D & 10N

A liveaboard is the only way to access this far-flung corner of the world, which as a result is amazingly well-preserved. As one of the first leisure boats to have reached this area, we have made a point of building a relationship based on trust and mutual respect with the inhabitants of these incredibly beautiful villages. Each day, we explore the shores of another active volcano, with its unique environment and cultural customs.

Our liveaboard route includes long stretches of open sea and is therefore very weather-dependent. The best conditions are usually found in September, October & November, and April & May.

• Day 1: Welcome Aboard
• Well pick you up in style at your hotel or Maumere airport, the capital of Flores Island where the Sunda Island cruise will begin. Youll settle in to your traditional Phinisi liveaboard that you will be calling home for the next few days. Well set sail, so you can enjoy your first dip in the sea that very afternoon. You can either go for an easy check dive or go snorkeling on the shores of a nearby island, before enjoying a sunset drink while cruising towards the remote eastern seas.
• Day 2:Lembata
• Youll wake up to a view of the magnificent Lewotolo active volcano, the shores of which are peppered with small traditional villages. The perfectly flat waters of this bay are home to world-class dive sites, including the wall of Bacatan Legend and the black sandy slopes of Lamarian. Youll get to see everything, from big schools of fish on the wall to tiny rare creatures camouflaged in the volcanic sand.
• Day 3:Alor
• Here, youll meet the friendly children of Alor who spend their lives on tiny banana boats and in the water. Your eyes will feast upon the colourful sarongs and scarves handcrafted by local weavers and presented to you by locals in boats. And of course, youll enjoy the waters of these straits, renowned for their diverse marine life. Therell be plenty of beautiful dive sites to pick from depending on currents. Tides permitting, you can spend the afternoon at Sika Peninsula with the local friendly dugong.
• Day 4:Wetar
• Reong Island, just off the coast of Wetar, is a small island surrounded by healthy coral reefs and white sandy beaches. It is the door to the deep Banda Sea, and as a result is home to a high concentration of large fish. Swim, dive or snorkel these rich waters, where you can admire forests of black corals being patrolled by reef sharks, tunas and eagle rays.
• Day 5:Gunung Api
• Weather permitting, well explore the isolated active volcano of Gunung Api, which rises from the depths to just 300 metres above sea level. The hot sands are the perfect environment for sea snakes, which thrive here and are not aggressive, so you can enjoy observing these graceful creatures while snorkeling or diving. And when you look up, youll see hundreds of boobies, frigates and other sea birds swooping and swirling in the sky.
• Day 6:Nyata
• Manuk rises from a depth of 7000m to just 200m above sea level, and is the epitome of our Banda Sea liveaboard. Dozens of sea bird colonies patrol the skies above this very active volcano, thanks to which there are breathtaking lavaaNext stop, the uninhabited island of Nyata with its pristine white sandy beach, fantastic coral reefs, and schooling jacks, sharks and tunas. We only recently discovered this unspoilt paradise, which boasts an incredible range of landscapes despite being such a small island. Colourful coral walls, sandy slopes, perfect beaches for sunset drinks and still so much left to explore flows to explore underwater. Youll get to see sea snakes swimming gracefully around massive sponges, and perhaps even dolphins, hammerhead sharks and huge tunas.
• Day 7:Lailawan
• Youll enter the realm of the Forgotten Islands at Lailawan and Sermata where youll be mesmerized by all the shades of blue. In these endless reefs, youll encounter huge groups of all sorts of species, from the bumphead parrot fish to barracudas, jacks and the colourful butterfly fish. These are some of the richest reefs in Indonesia and certainly some of the least well-known exploring them is a must!
• Day 8:Dai
• Youll get to meet the local people of Dai Island who live in tiny villages nestled in between deep waters and high cliffs. Next, youll plunge into the fringing reefs where you can see huge schools of fish gathering, sometimes even hammerhead sharks. This is an island of extremes: from the landscapes to the shimmering waters, from the rich biodiversity to the strong local cultural traditions. Dai is sure to remain engraved in your memory for a long time to come
• Day 9 - 10:Dawera Daweloor
• The village of Welora on Dawera is one of the jewels of the Forgotten Islands thanks to its sheer beauty, friendly locals, tasty coconut liquor and rich coral reefs. To this day, every corner we have explored on this picturesque island warrants a return visit. Well then anchor close by in a protected bay, to enjoy a peaceful last night in paradise.
• Day 11:Saumlaki
• We will cruise back to Saumlaki for our last delicious breakfast and check out before noon. After sharing photos and farewells, our crew will arrange your transfer to the airport or hotel, with a stop at the village of Tumbur, famous for its wood-carved sculptures. Hopefully you can enjoy the final leg of your journey as you head home, your head filled with memories that will last a lifetime.