Whale Sharks Dive Liveaboard to Sumbawa and Komodo Island From Bali – Full Itinerary
Day 1: Boarding and Sunset Departure
Check in on board the Mermaid II between 13:00-15:00 hours at Benoa Harbour, Bali. After settling into your cabin and setting up your equipment, the crew will conduct a comprehensive boat and safety briefing. Dinner is served at 19:00 hours as the Mermaid II sets sail, cruising into the sunset on its overnight journey to Moyo Island, located in northwest Sumbawa.
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Day 2: Moyo Island – Reefs and Night Dive
Begin your adventure with two spectacular dives around Moyo Island at sites like Angel Reef, Little Angel Reef, or Panjang Reef. These calm, clear waters boast vibrant marine life, including massive moray eels, bannerfish, triggerfish, and even snoozing white-tip reef sharks. After a day of breathtaking underwater exploration, enjoy a world-class night dive at Labuanhaji, a shallow reef off Moyo Village. Marvel at creatures like bobtail squid, cockatoo wasp-fish, and nudibranchs.
After the dives, the Mermaid II cruises to Saleh Bay, setting the stage for your encounter with whale sharks.
3 Dives
Day 3: Whale Sharks and Satonda Island
Start early in Saleh Bay for a thrilling morning with whale sharks. Jump in around 6:30-07:00 to snorkel and dive near these gentle giants at the local fishing platforms, or bagan, frequented by the sharks. Following this unforgettable experience, travel north to Satonda Island for a macro/reef dive, followed by a mesmerizing night dive after witnessing the island’s famous bat colony fly at sunset.
The vessel then sails overnight toward Gili Banta and the Komodo National Park.
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Day 4: Northern Komodo National Park
Explore the best dive sites in the northern Komodo National Park, with options like Gili Banta’s GPS Point, Batu Monco, Crystal Rock, Castle Rock, and Lighthouse Reef. These locations are teeming with reef fish, trevally, jacks, eagle rays, and reef sharks. The dramatic underwater scenery and action-packed dives make this a highlight of the trip.
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Day 5: Manta Alley and Komodo Dragons
The adventure continues in southern Komodo Island at the world-famous Manta Alley for two dives, where manta rays glide gracefully around cleaning stations. In the afternoon, visit Komodo National Park for a guided walk to see the legendary Komodo dragons in their natural habitat. After sunset, enjoy a special night dive to conclude the day.
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Day 6: North Komodo and Sangeang Volcano
Dive at iconic northern Komodo sites like Batu Bolong, Shotgun, and Gili Darat Passage, showcasing vibrant coral reefs and thrilling marine life encounters. Later, visit Sangeang Volcano for a critter-packed night dive and a cultural experience at Bontoh Village. Overnight, Mermaid II cruises toward Sumbawa.
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Day 7: Sumbawa and Moyo Islands
Finish your diving journey with two fantastic dives around Sumbawa and Moyo Islands. These sites offer more chances to spot ghost pipefish, ribbon eels, turtles, and the ever-popular “fish soup” phenomenon. Afterward, the Mermaid II embarks on an overnight cruise back to Benoa, Bali.
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Day 8: Disembarkation in Bali
Enjoy breakfast on board before disembarking at Benoa Harbour at 8:00 am. Please note that this itinerary is a sample and may be adjusted due to weather, tides, currents, or other factors.
Total Dives: 20
This unforgettable liveaboard journey offers a perfect blend of thrilling dives, marine life encounters, and cultural experiences, ensuring memories that will last a lifetime.
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Return fast boat
- Transfer from or to the hotel in Bali
- Meals (Lunch box)
- Mineral water on the boat
- Divemaster
- 3x dive
- Diving gear
- Boat dive
PRICE EXCLUDES:
- Travel Insurance
- Alcoholic drink
- Personal needs
