| Sailing
along the Spice Islands Come sailing in a traditional schooner through the tropical waters that surround the 13,000 odd islands that comprise the Indonesian archipelago. Discover some of the diverse cultures and natural habitats that thrive on these remote, far flung islands, largely untouched by modern civilization. Swim and relax on tranquil deserted beaches, snorkel on spectacular coral reefs teeming with colorful tropical fish and walk through lush tropical rainforests. Explore villages where women weave traditional ikat cloth with its striking colors and designs. There are ample opportunities to collect traditional handicrafts and original artifacts unavailable elsewhere. |
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| Sailing Routes | Your Ship |
| 7 Days: Bali -
Sumbawa - Komodo - Bali, $1,139 Start your sailing trip this morning from Benoa harbor in Bali (very easily accessible from Sanur, Tuban, Kuta and the Nusa Dua resort areas) and head east for a visit to a traditional Bali Aga village of Tenganan in East Bali. Enjoy a shore excursion here to the water palace of Tirtgangga, and after dinner sail to the western part of the island of Lombok where you arrive the next morning. Enjoy a tour of the island before sailing to the island of Satona. Visit the famous crater lake on Satonda the next day, before sailing to the Lesser Sunda Islands, further east. The next day is undoubtedly a highlight of the cruise, when you land on the Komodo Island National Park. Visit the famous residents of the islands – the unique Komodo dragons - lizards that grow up to about 10 feet and weigh more than 400 lbs. Enjoy a beach barbecue on a neighbor island, before sailing for the town of Bima, in East Sumbawa. After another shore excursion, including a tour of this bustling town by horse-drawn cart, sail during the night to the island of Alas. Visit a local market as well as fishing village here, and enjoy a performance of traditional dancing. During the night sail back to Bali – spend your last day on a deserted beach on a small island just off Lombok (Gili Nanggu), before returning to Bali late in the afternoon. 2001 Departures (from Bali): May 7,15, 23, 31 + June 8, 16, 24 + July 2, 10, 18, 26 + August 3, 11, 19, 27 + September 4, 12, 20, 28 + October 6, 14, 23 |
Crafted
from local timber, by traditional shipbuilders, the ship carries 24
passengers plus a crew of 15, and is registered in Indonesia. Each cabin
is air-conditioned, and has its own shower & toilet. The buffet meals
are delicious and varied, and a casual and fun atmosphere prevails on
deck. It is equipped with modern navigational aids (radar, GPS, depth
sounder etc.) and safety equipment such as inflatable life rafts.All
meals, soft-drinks, use of snorkeling gear, laundry & guided shore
trips are included!
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| 8 Days
to Lombok, Komodo, Flores, $1,339 Similar to the 7-day itinerary above, except that you also visit Moyo island (with an opportunity to join a guided jungle hike) and Flores island (visit Labuhanbajo and the famous three-colored lakes of the Kelimutu volcano), with the cruise terminating in Maumere. (Flights between Maumere and Bali are not included) 2001 Departures (from Bali): October 8, 17 |
 Cabins are bunk-style and nicely fitted out |
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Days: Sumbawa, Komodo, Sumba, Flores, Lombok - $1,499 (including
air from Bali) Fly to Sumbawa and sail to Komodo before anchoring in West Sumba (visit the 'Kodi District') and Flores island (visit Labuhanbajo). Later visit West Sumbawa and Lombok, before sailing back to Bali 2001 Departures (from Bali): April 10, 28 |
 The fabled Komodo Dragon |
