CORAL Expeditions has expanded its 2025 season in the Maluku Islands, with four new extended voyages. The new 18-night cruises to Raja Ampat Islands and the Spice Islands are scheduled for the peak summer season from Jan to Mar 2025, and will be hosted on board Coral Geographer. Each trip...
CORAL Expeditions has expanded its 2025 season in the Maluku Islands, with four new extended voyages.
The new 18-night cruises to Raja Ampat Islands and the Spice Islands are scheduled for the peak summer season from Jan to Mar 2025, and will be hosted on board Coral Geographer.
Each trip will have fewer than 120 guests and will be accompanied by expert guides.
Coral will charter a jet for guest transfers from Darwin to Sorong and return – the two cities the cruise travels between.
Key highlights include three days in the Raja Ampat, swimming with the gentle whale sharks at Cenderawasih Bay, enjoying a welcome to Banda Neira by the traditional kora kora, and learning the customs and cultures of West Papua and Indonesia, & experiencing local culture, such as traditional dance, handicrafts, and local cuisine.
The release coincides with the current expeditions in Mar and Apr on board Coral Adventurer, which are both sold out due to popular demand.
These voyages are the first back to the area since 2020.
“We have seen extraordinary demand for this region due to its rich mix of marine life, spectacular coastal landscape and living cultural traditions,” Commercial Director Jeff Gillies said.
“The chance to swim with the majestic whale sharks is the major attraction, however many guests fall in love with the people of Papua and their traditions.”
Prices start from $17,590 per person – CLICK HERE for more information.
