Duration
10
Nights
Fire & Dragons
Darwin / Kupang
to
Ambon / Darwin
Overview
Life's Different After Fire & Dragons
Where fire meets water, adventure becomes transformation. This voyage through Indonesia’s ancient archipelagos invites you to witness raw, elemental beauty — from Komodo’s prehistoric giants to the restless volcanoes of the Banda Sea. It’s a journey through time and nature, where every sunrise reveals a new horizon, every island tells an untold story, and every day reminds you that life is different after True North.
PLEASE NOTE
Return charter flights ex Darwin are included in the tariff. This itinerary is provided as example only. Prevailing conditions, local arrangements and indeed, what we discover on the day, may cause variation. Please refer to the sailing schedule to determine if this itinerary is available on the True North or True North II.
ITINERARY
Darwin to Kupang
Your adventure begins with a private charter flight from Darwin, the frontier capital of Australia’s north. After a short journey, you’ll arrive in Kupang — a former Portuguese and Dutch trading port on the island of Timor. The True North crew will guide you through customs and welcome you aboard. As we set sail for Komodo, enjoy sunset cocktails on deck and your first taste of what life is like when routine fades and the unknown takes hold.
Komodo National Park
Few experiences compare to standing face to face with the world’s largest lizard. On Komodo Island, walk alongside these ancient predators — a living reminder of Earth’s untamed beginnings.
Komodo National Park
Beyond the dragons lies another world entirely. Dive and snorkel the technicolour reefs of Komodo National Park, home to swarming fish, graceful mantas, and some of the richest marine life on the planet. Later, sip sunset drinks on a pink beach or explore “Torpedo Alley” after dark — a night dive alive with mystery and movement.
Horseshoe Bay & Rinca Island
At Horseshoe Bay, photograph Komodo dragons against volcanic backdrops before diving Cannibal Rock — one of the region’s most spectacular underwater sites. Then journey to Rinca Island for another encounter with these extraordinary creatures. In the afternoon, tour a local pearl farm and witness the delicate craft of cultivating treasures from the sea. Return to True North for dinner beneath a sky full of stars as we cruise overnight toward Flores Island.
Flores Island
The island of Flores is as rich in culture as it is in beauty. Visit the town of Ende, where generations of artisans have perfected the art of weaving vivid, hand dyed fabrics. Each motif tells a story — of ancestry, ceremony, and belonging. Browse these stunning textiles, or simply watch as skilled hands bring tradition to life.
Lewelling Bay & Pulau Komba
Rise early to the spectacle of sunrise over Lewelling Bay — a natural amphitheatre of volcanoes. Later, we anchor off Pulau Komba, where Batu Tara dominates the horizon. Watch as the volcano breathes smoke and light into the evening sky while you enjoy cocktails on deck. Our famous Volcano Party celebrates this primal landscape - a reminder that nature is both power and poetry.
Alor Strait
The Alor Strait is a place where life slows, and the sea reveals its secrets. Snorkel and dive through vibrant coral gardens alive with unfamiliar species. Ashore, meet the island communities known for their warm welcomes and intricate weaving.
Alor Strait
In Kalabahi Bay, visit a village whose people have long relied on the sea - learn how traditional fishing practices and modern conservation efforts now work hand in hand to protect these waters.
Wakatobi National Park
Today we enter the heart of the Coral Triangle — the world’s richest marine ecosystem. Explore Lintea Island, where every dive and snorkel reveals another world of coral walls, turtles, and tropical fish. These waters are alive with colour and movement, a vivid reflection of life beneath the surface.
Penyu Islands
The Penyu Islands mark your final full day aboard True North. Spend the day diving sheer coral walls, snorkelling turquoise lagoons, or trolling for mackerel and giant tuna. As the sun melts into the Banda Sea, raise a glass to new friends, shared stories, and the adventure that changed you.
Ambon
After breakfast on board, you’ll disembark for your charter flight from Ambon to Darwin. The journey home is quiet - the kind of silence that follows something extraordinary. You leave with salt in your hair, stories in your heart, and the unshakable sense that life is different after True North.
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