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Raja Ampat and Spice Islands - Coral Expeditions

Validity Dates 11 Feb 2025 to 10 Jan 2026
Start Price AU $19,390 per person
Cruise Coral Geographer, Raja Ampat and Spice Islands ex Darwin to Sorong
Cruise Line Coral Expeditions
Ship Coral Geographer
Destination South Pacific & New Zealand
Brief Description Cruise 18 nights with Coral Expeditions on a small ship expedition to Raja Ampat and the Spice Islands.
Type of Special Cruise Only
Departure Date 10 Feb 2026
Inclusions The rich history and diverse marine life of Raja Ampat and Spice Islands are brought to life on this 18-night voyage. Aboard Coral Geographer retrace the ancient trade routes of spice merchants trading Chinese silks for cloves, Indian cotton for nutmeg and Arabian coffee for pepper. Explore some of the hundreds of rarely visited islands of Raja Ampat whose waters harbour over 75% of the world`s coral and fish species. At Cenderawasih Bay, swim with the gentle whale sharks – the largest living non-mammalian vertebrate – in what guests describe as a `once in a lifetime experience.` Walk through vibrant village markets. Experience a traditional welcome at Banda Neira where the ship is serenaded by kora kora canoes. Enjoy the view over sunset drinks at 17th century Dutch Fort Belgica. Climb atop Mount Pindito to marvel at one of the world`s most photographed marine scenes: the jagged green limestone cliffs and crystal clear water of Wayag.

Highlights:
- Indulge with three days in spectacular Raja Ampat, the famed `Four Kings` archipelago
- Swim in the turquoise waters of Yapap natural pool
- Discover Wayag`s `gumdrop` islands and be rewarded by the view from Pindito Peak
- Swim with the gentle and majestic whale sharks at Cenderawasih Bay, the world’s largest fish
- Be welcomed to Banda Neira by the exciting spectacle of the traditional Kora Kora canoes
- Explore the ancient kingdoms fought over by English, Dutch, and Portuguese explorers
- Learn the customs & cultures of West Papua and Indonesia, and experience local culture, including traditional dances, handicrafts and fresh local food
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Raja Ampat and Spice Islands - Cruise only package includes:
- 18 night cruise aboard Coral Geographer from Darwin to Sorong
- All meals onboard, chef-prepared
- Captain`s welcome and farewell events, and open bridge access
- Selected wines, selected beers and house spirits, juices, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner
- 24-hour barista-style coffee and tea station
- All excursions with our Expedition Team
- Use of Xplorer and Zodiacs
- Snorkelling & SCUBA equipment (SCUBA diving at an additional cost)
- Daily lectures and briefings with Guest Lecturers
- All entrance fees to National Parks, ports, traditional owner fees and charges imposed by governing authorities
- Tips and gratuities
- Use of all onboard facilities, incl. a reference library
- Expedition diary, along with a photo and video gallery documenting the highlights of your voyage
- Wifi Access – Standard speed connectivity enabling email, social image sharing, web browsing and messaging
- One way charter flight from Sorong to Darwin

NOT INCLUDED:
- Pre-cruise transfers
- Alcoholic drinks outside of lunch and dinner service
- Premium Internet services
- Laundry service (available at a cost)
- Items of a personal nature such souvenir purchases
- Optional extras in some destinations
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DISCOUNTS, AVAILABILITY & SOLO OFFERS:
These fares are based on full brochure fare. Please note that the prices shown here are not shown in real time availability or pricing. Please check with your consultant at time of enquiry if your preferred cabin type is available and for your best offer!

Single Occupancy Fares: Coral Expeditions have allocated several staterooms for solo travellers. Coral Adventurer and Coral Geographer have two staterooms allocated in each of the Explorer Deck, Promenade Deck and Coral Deck categories. Coral Discoverer has two staterooms allocated in the Promenade Deck Category B. These fares are subject to a sole-supplement.

No Sole Supplement Offers: Occasionally Coral Expeditions run special offers on select voyages so you can enjoy a room to yourself at the twin share rate. For these offers they open additional staterooms beyond the ones allocated for solo travellers. These offers are subject to availability.
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Note: This itinerary is an indication of the destinations visited and activities on offer. Throughout the expedition changes may be made to the itinerary as necessary to maximise your expeditionary experience. Allowances may be made for seasonal variations, weather, tidal conditions, and any other event that may affect the operation of the vessel. Coral Expeditions suggests that you do not arrive on the day of embarkation or depart on the day of disembarkation due to any changes that may occur in scheduling.
Special Conditions *Conditions Apply: All prices shown here are per person share twin (unless stated as single) in AUD, based on best available cruise fare at time of publication (11Feb25). Some cabins may have obstructed views. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Please note that the prices shown here are not shown in real time. While we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ from the prices in our booking system at time of reservation. Offer subject to availability at time of booking. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Transfers only included if guests are arriving/departing by air at specific airports on exact package dates.
Sailing Dates
10 Feb 2026
Cabin Twin
Coral Deck Stateroom AU $19,390
Promenade Deck Stateroom AU $22,920
Explorer Deck Balcony Stateroom AU $29,920
Bridge Deck Balcony Stateroom AU $39,620
Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
10 Feb 2026 Darwin, NT, Australia Embark
11 Feb 2026 At Sea Cruising Timor Sea
11 Feb 2026 Yamdena Island, Indonesia
12 Feb 2026 Yamdena Island, Indonesia
13 Feb 2026 At Sea    
14 Feb 2026 Banda Neira, Indonesia
15 Feb 2026 Banda Neira, Indonesia
16 Feb 2026 Hatta Island, Indonesia
17 Feb 2026 Molana Island, Indonesia Saparua Island
18 Feb 2026 Seram Island, Indonesia
19 Feb 2026 Pulau Misool, Raja Ampat
20 Feb 2026 Kofiau Island, Raja Ampat
21 Feb 2026 Gam Island, Indonesia
22 Feb 2026 Wayag Island, Indonesia
23 Feb 2026 Amsterdam Island, PNG
24 Feb 2026 Cenderawasih Bay, Indonesia
24 Feb 2026 Kwatisore, Papua New Guinea
25 Feb 2026 Palau Roon, Indonesia
26 Feb 2026 Swande Island, Indonesia
27 Feb 2026 Manokwari, Papua New Guinea
28 Feb 2026 Sorong, West Papua, Indonesia Disembark Fly to Darwin
28 Feb 2026 Darwin, NT, Australia
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

* Unless otherwise noted all pricing is on a per person twin share basis. All prices based on cash payment - credit card fees may apply. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Special conditions may apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Any pricing not in Australian Dollars will be converted on the day of payment into the relevant currency based on our daily rate of exchange. Please note that many of the prices shown on this website are not shown in real time. Whilst we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ slightly from the live prices in our booking system. All pricing and offers are subject to availability at time of booking. Whilst all information is correct at the time of publication, offers are subject to change. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Please submit any data errors/omissions you may notice on this site.

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