Snorkel drops
The very same colourful reefs, just 1–4m down. Try the Mansuar shallows, the Friwen jetty, or the Wai island fringe — coral here holds its own against any deeper site.
Non-Divers, Summed Up
On the Water and Ashore
The very same colourful reefs, just 1–4m down. Try the Mansuar shallows, the Friwen jetty, or the Wai island fringe — coral here holds its own against any deeper site.
Paddle the Wayag karst lagoons, weave through Misool mangroves, and seek out tucked-away coves. We handle the tender drop-off and pickup.
Climb to the Wayag viewpoint for that famous panorama, or trek the Misool jungle to ancient rock-art sites. A local guide comes along.
Swim with stingless jellyfish in a landlocked saltwater lake (Karawapop, on the south loop only). An enchanting hour in the water.
Aerial drone passes over Wayag, sunrise compositions, and village portraits taken with local permission.
In-cabin spa massage on the luxury tier, a yoga deck for early-morning practice, and sound healing aboard select vessels.
Kids & Teens
A PADI taster of scuba at pool depth, run in the onboard pool or a shallow lagoon and led by a certified instructor.
The complete PADI Open Water course over four days, with certification dives in Dampier. Instructor and all materials are provided aboard.
Junior naturalist workshops, lessons on manta and shark behaviour, and citizen-science logging with Manta Trust.
Treasure hunts on empty sandbars, beach picnics, and traditional Papuan craft sessions with local makers.
Cultural Exchange
Stop at Arborek, Sawandarek, and Yenbuba for genuine, respectful encounters with Papuan communities. A local guide handles the protocol.
Watch traditional wood carving and bark-cloth weaving at Sawandarek. Buying directly puts money straight in the artisans' hands.
A before-dawn forest walk on Waigeo with a local guide, timed for the Wilson's and Red BOP courtship displays.
A private setup on an empty beach where the chef cooks ashore for a sunset dinner, arranged around the vessel's anchorage.
Sample Day
Optional sunrise yoga up on the top deck
A light breakfast aboard while divers set off for dive #1.
Tender drop for a paddle around the Wayag lagoon.
Snorkel the reef top at Friwen, then head back to the boat.
Lunch aboard and a short rest.
Karst summit hike with the crew and a local guide.
Back on board for the spa or a sundowner on the aft deck.
Dinner for the whole group under the stars.
Plan a Mixed Charter
Tell us who's diving, who isn't, and which kids are coming — we'll shape the parallel program around your group's ages and interests.