Duration
10
Nights
Raja Ampat Explorer - North (2028)
Darwin / Sorong
to
Sorong / Darwin
Darwin / Sorong – Sorong / Darwin Life’s different after Raja Ampat
This new North journey reaches further across Raja Ampat.
From Sorong, travel south to Misool’s reefs and limestone caves before turning towards Pisang, the Habera Islands and the lagoons of Fam. Then cross into the northern islands and continue to remote Ayu Atoll. The final days bring you back through the reefs of Kri, Wallace Passage and Waigeo’s rainforest. It is a journey shaped by distance and discovery, with something entirely different waiting around each turn.
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 Sorong
Arrive in Sorong and join the True North crew on board. As we leave the harbour, settle into your cabin and meet the people you’ll share the journey with. The first evening is yours to enjoy on deck while we begin our passage into Raja Ampat.
Misool
Our first full day takes us to Misool, where limestone islands rise from turquoise water and reefs bring the seascape to life. Dive or snorkel among soft corals, sea fans and schooling fish, then explore the channels and sheltered lagoons by adventure boat. It is an immersive start to the journey, with the island scenery just as compelling above the water as it is below.
Tomolol Cave and Karst Islands
Explore Tomolol Cave by adventure boat, moving through its water-filled limestone chambers before returning to the open light of the karst channels. The day also takes in the karst islands, with opportunities to explore from the boats and spend more time in the water. After a day among caves and islands, return aboard for the journey north.
Pisang Islands
The Pisang Islands offer a different setting: small islands set apart in open water. Spend the day exploring their shores and surrounding reefs, with snorkelling, diving and adventure boat outings guided by the conditions we find. After the drama of Misool’s limestone landscape, the horizon feels wider here.
Habera Islands
Today is devoted to the Habera Islands. Take an adventure boat to investigate the coast, slip into the water with the snorkelling or dive guides, or simply enjoy the view as we move between islands. It is the kind of day that rewards curiosity: choose an outing, follow the crew’s lead and see what this less familiar part of the route reveals.
Fam Islands
In the Fam Islands, clear lagoons sit among steep green islets. Explore by adventure boat, snorkel the reefs or climb to a lookout for a view across the island group. From above, the channels and islands form a remarkable pattern; back at water level, there is always another beach, reef or passage to discover.
Kawe and the Equator Islands
Continue north through Kawe and the Equator Islands. Spend the day moving between island scenery and underwater encounters, with opportunities to snorkel, dive or explore by adventure boat. Crossing the equator is a milestone worth celebrating aboard True North as we make our way towards the northern atolls.
Ayu Atoll
Ayu takes us to one of the most remote parts of this journey. Inside the atoll, pale sand and sheltered water invite exploration; along its outer edge, the reef falls towards the open sea. Join the crew for a snorkel, dive or exploration with the ship’s naturalist.
Kri and Wallace Passage
Back in the Dampier Strait, Kri’s reefs offer another chance to dive or snorkel among Raja Ampat’s abundant marine life. Then board an adventure boat to explore Wallace Passage, where the forest meets a narrow, lively waterway. We’ll come together for a True North raft-up before continuing towards Waigeo.
Blue River and Waigeo
Begin with a visit to Blue River, then head into Waigeo’s rainforest for the chance to see birds of paradise. It is a final day of contrasts: clear water, dense jungle and one last wildlife encounter before we return to Sorong. Enjoy your final evening aboard with the crew and fellow guests.
Sorong
After breakfast, farewell the crew and disembark in Sorong. From Misool’s caves to the northern atolls, the journey has shown just how much changes across Raja Ampat, and how much there is to remember long after you leave.
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