From your optional charter flight from Darwin, board Coral Geographer in Makassar at 5:00pm for a 6:00pm departure. Settle into your stateroom and get to know your fellow guests and crew at the Captain’s Welcome Drinks. Optional Pre-Cruise Charter flight: Darwin to Makassar $850 per person. This will be a direct flight to Makassar, with no stopovers, with a Coral Expeditions staff member to accompany guests. Limited seats available, call our reservations team to book.

Sabaru Island is considered a Bornean islands in the Strait of Sulawesi. Here, enjoy a relaxing day of snorkelling and beach walks, perfect to relax and take in the natural beauty of this part of the world.

Arrive in Banjarmasin, ‘the city of a thousand rivers’. Early the next morning, get close to the action at the famed Lok Baintan Floating Market. Join in as the locals meet at the river and transactions with the shop merchants are made from small boats selling fresh produce, small snacks and more

Start your expedition to Camp Leakey through the Nipah waterway and the Sekonyer River. The final leg of the journey is by local klotok boat before disembarking at Camp Leakey orangutan sanctuary and research facility. We will take time to wander through the forest to see orangutans in their natural habitat. Hear from the expert conservationists at Camp Leakey to understand the culture and behaviours of the orangutans, as well as glimpse behind the scenes to learn about the conservation efforts and challenges.

Mostly uninhabited and within a Marine Reserve, the Karimata Islands are home to Melayu and Bugis people who live in a handful of small coastal villages. Far from civilisation, we take time to explore these pristine islands, walk the white-sand beaches and snorkel or dive over coral reefs, soaking up the tranquillity of these picturesque islands.

The riverside city of Pontianak is one of Indonesia’s most cultural cities. Here, we will visit the Equator Monument and many significant sites such as the Pontianak State Museum, Kayak Traditional House, Kadriah Palace, Jami Mosque and Cathedral St. Yoseph Pontianak. Spend time wandering the waterfront markets where traders ply their wares from simple stalls or from sampans floating in the canals.

The picturesque city of Kuching straddles the Sarawak River. In this region of Borneo, we will visit a traditional village of the indigenous Dayak people, ancient headhunters. Be welcomed to the longhouse, the massive structure that is the heart and main building of the village, and learn about the customs, culture and unique art and craft of these remarkable people. Explore the lush rainforest and mangrove forests of Bako National Park. On nature walks into the jungle, we may spot wildlife such as proboscis monkeys, which are found only on the island of Borneo, as well as macaque and silver leaf monkeys. The park is also inhabited by many bird species such as kingfishers and the Rhinoceros Hornbill.

We spend the day exploring the Anambas archipelago, known for exceptional clarity of the turquoise waters and the flourishing marine life. Lagoons are dotted with picturesque islands and atolls and there are many opportunities to swim, dive, snorkel and explore by Xplorer tender vessels.

Arrive in Singapore at 7:00am. Farewell your Master, crew and fellow guests with disembarkation at 8:00am.

This itinerary is an indication of the destinations we visit and activities on offer. Throughout the expedition we may make changes to the itinerary as necessary to maximise your expeditionary experience. Allowances may be made for seasonal variations, weather, tidal conditions, and any other event that may affect the operation of the vessel.