Ambon – Banda Sea 7D6N
Ambon – Banda Sea Liveaboard Expedition | 7 Days 6 Nights
The Banda Sea is where dramatic underwater landscapes meet raw ocean energy. This 7 Days 6 Nights Ambon–Banda–Ambon liveaboard expedition aboard Blue Dream Phinisi Liveaboard offers a compact yet thrilling journey into one of Indonesia’s most underrated dive regions. Designed for divers who want both pelagic excitement and rare macro encounters, this itinerary blends deep-water action, historic islands, and pristine coral walls in one seamless adventure.
From the coral-rich slopes of Pulau Hatta to the legendary Lava Flow of Gunung Api — rebuilt naturally after the 1988 eruption — the Banda Islands deliver exceptional visibility, schooling barracuda, dogtooth tuna, reef sharks, and seasonal hammerheads. Remote northern sites and volcanic Manuk Island (weather permitting) add the possibility of sea snake encounters and dramatic drop-offs. The expedition concludes in Ambon’s famous black sand dive sites, where rhinopias, frogfish, harlequin shrimp, and ghost pipefish make this the perfect finale for underwater photographers. This is Banda Sea diving at its purest — bold, uncrowded, and unforgettable.
Ambon – Banda Sea 7D6N (8 Days 7 Nights)
Day 1 – Arrival in Ambon & Departure
Arrival at Pattimura Airport in Ambon. Transfer to Tulehu Harbour for embarkation aboard Blue Dream Phinisi.
After cabin check-in, equipment setup, and safety briefings, we conduct a check dive near Tulehu to ensure everyone is comfortable and properly weighted.
In the evening, we cruise overnight toward the Banda Islands (approximately 6–8 hours).
Day 2 – Pulau Hatta (South Banda Sea)
Up to 3 dives in pristine Banda waters, including:
- Karang Hatta
- Hatta Reef
- Pulau Hatta Wall
Highlights include massive coral gardens, reef sharks, schooling trevallies, dogtooth tuna, and bumphead parrotfish. Strong currents may be present at some sites.
Day 3 – Banda Neira & Gunung Api
Diving around the iconic volcanic island. Sites may include:
- Batu Kapal
- Pohon Miring
- Lava Flow (Gunung Api)
- Batu Belanda
Expect large schools of barracuda, jacks, fusiliers, thriving coral slopes, and seasonal hammerhead sightings. Mandarin fish may be spotted at dusk.
Optional land excursion to Banda Neira to explore the historic nutmeg trade heritage.
Day 4 – North Banda Islands
Remote and less frequently visited sites such as:
- Suanggi Island
- Nailaka
- Manuk Island (weather permitting, longer crossing)
Highlights include pristine reefs, dramatic drop-offs, sea snakes (especially at Manuk), large pelagic species, and seasonal mobula rays.
Day 5 – Pulau Ai & Run
Up to 3 dives at:
- Batu Wali
- Pulau Run Wall
- Nailaka Wall
Expect healthy hard coral reefs, massive schools of fish, reef sharks cruising in the blue, pygmy seahorses hiding in sea fans, and vibrant soft coral formations.
Evening cruise back toward Ambon.
Day 6 – Ambon (Macro Diving)
Return to Ambon for world-class muck diving. Sites may include:
- Twilight Zone
- Laha
- Air Manis
Expect rhinopias, frogfish, harlequin shrimp, ghost pipefish, nudibranchs, octopus species, and rare macro subjects — a perfect conclusion for photographers.
Day 7 – Disembarkation
Early breakfast onboard. Return to Tulehu Harbour and transfer to the airport or hotel.
Note: Dive sites, timing, and number of dives may vary depending on weather conditions, sea state, and diver experience level.