The Whale Sharks of Cenderawasih Bay 7D7N

From A$24,595.00 Per Person, Twin Share

At a Glance

Route: Darwin - West Papua - Darwin

West Papua is the last frontier of the Indo-Pacific and deep in the heart of this flourishing equatorial wilderness is a biodiversity hotspot – Cenderawasih Bay, the Bay of the Birds of Paradise. See the biggest fish in the world interacting with traditional fishermen. Whale sharks gather each morning to be hand-fed sardines, begging like giant puppy-dogs before inhaling bucketful’s of ravenously anticipated sustenance. Enjoy amazing close encounters and marvel at these marine mega fauna. Then snorkel with these gentle leviathans for hours enjoying countless breath-taking encounters. While these encounters are a cruise highlight, this voyage around the northern coast of West Papua offers a great deal more including exotic Islands, stunning coral reef and fascinating cultural interaction. This is a signature Indo-Pacific voyage ...

Trip Highlights

  • Enjoy exotic Islands, stunning coral reef and fascinating cultural interaction
  • Uncover Cenderawasih Bay Marine Park – the largest marine park in Indonesia
  • See a plethora of fish and marine wildlife while you snorkel the undenabily clear waters including green turtle, barracuda and surgeonfish
  • Enjoy amazing close encounters and marvel at the magnificent Whale Shark
  • Opportunity to enjoy a mid-afternoon heli ride over Auri’s spectacular Karst islands
  • Take an expedition boat ride through the bays of Pulau Num where locals live in huts stilted over the water and soak-up the stunning tropical scenery at Palau Swande

What's Included

  • Return charter flights ex Darwin.
  • Inclusive of all meals, water and land based activities (e.g fishing, snorkelling, diving, sightseeing, exploring etc), non-alcoholic beverages and local transfers to/from the vessel.
  • Scenic helicopter flights and alcoholic beverages are NOT included and can be purchased in addition to the cruise fare on-board.

Itinerary

DAY 1 DARWIN - SORONG - CORAL TRIANGLE
Adventure-Cruise Ship True North
Dinner
DAY 2 MAPIA ATOLL
Adventure-Cruise Ship True North
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3 PULAU NUM - PULAU SWANDE
Adventure-Cruise Ship True North
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4 THE AURI ISLANDS - TRIDACNA ATOLL - HELI FLIGHT OVER KARST ISLANDS
Adventure-Cruise Ship True North
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5 & 6 HAND FEED THE WHALE SHARK - CENDERAWASIH BAY
Adventure-Cruise Ship True North
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7 ROON ISLAND - NUMAMURAN STRAIT - AURI ISLANDS
None
Breakfast, Lunch

Dates & Prices

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How To Get There

- The departure point is Darwin NT
- Major commercial flights provide convenient access to Darwin

Enjoy a hassle free, seamless transfer to your luxury travel. Private road & charter flight transfers can be arranged. Contact us for your bespoke transfer arrangements.

Cabin Selection

EXPLORER CLASS STATEROOM
Located on the upper deck – Explorer Class cabins feature a king size double (that can be converted to singles) and a twin basin en-suite. Cabin size is 15 square metres. Other features include large panoramic windows, amenities fridge, in-cabin entertainment and satellite telephone.



RIVER CLASS DOUBLE
Located on the middle deck – River Class cabins feature a king size double (that can be converted to singles) and en-suite. Cabin size is similar to Explorer Class. Other features include large panoramic windows, in-cabin entertainment and satellite telephone.



OCEAN CLASS TWIN
Located on the lower deck – Ocean Class cabins feature roomy singles and en-suite. Cabin size is approximately 12 square metres.

Other features include 2 portholes, in-cabin entertainment and satellite telephone.

Other Information

OTHER INFORMATION

General Cancelation Policy
- Cancellation outside 60 (or more) days prior to departure will forfeit 20% total payment
- Cancellation 30 – 59 days prior to departure will forfeit 60% of total payment
- Within 30 days (including 30 days) prior to departure will forfeit 100% of total payment
- No shows or premature departures will incur 100% total payment

We strongly recommend guests protect themselves with travel insurance.

Please Note:  Cancellations must be advised in email and will take effect from the date they are received by the tour operators. In the unlikely event of aircraft unserviceability, it may be necessary to substitute aircraft to maintain the advertised itinerary. The third party tour operator reserves the right to utilise any type of twin-piston, or single-turbine aircraft. At all times aircraft used are certified to meet the strict conditions laid down by Australia’s civil aviation safety authority (CASA). The Outback Jet is the primary aircraft. In the event of maintenance it may be unavailable. At all times an aircraft of similar standard will be selected. Where possible this will be made clear prior to departure.

Pre-Existing Medical Conditions and Age Limits
You need to advise the tour operator on any pre-existing medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your requiring medical attention, or that might affect the normal conduct of a trip and the enjoyment of other trip members. The tour operator may require an assessment of your medical condition from a qualified medical practitioner. If you fail to adequately notify the tour operator of any pre-existing medical conditions and/or disability, the tour operator reserves the right, at its reasonable discretion, to cancel your participation in a trip at any time, including after the commencement of your trip, with no right of refund if your medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability could be reasonably expected to affect the normal conduct of the trip and the enjoyment of other trip members.

Force Majeure
'Force Majeure' means (without restriction) any event which OCT4 Pty Ltd trading as Onlyluxe.club or its third party providers could not, even with due care, foresee or avoid. Force Majeure covers events such as, but not limited to, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events beyond our control. In the case of Force Majeure OCT4 Pty Ltd will not accept liability, and reserves the right to change and cancel trips.

Taxes/Service Charges
The hotel reserves the right to adjust rates agreed within the contract period in the event of tax alterations imposed by the Federal or State governments.

Travel Insurance
We STRONGLY recommend that all guests obtain travel insurance including a cancellation policy and emergency medical care.
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