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Ombak Putih & Katharina
Komodo to Maumere
Overview
Snorkelling and Sailing Adventures in Indonesia, See Coral Reefs, Birdwatch, Search for Rare Birds and Animals, Learn About Cultures and History, Explore or Just Relax with a Cool Drink and a Good Book. Generations of seafarers before you have sailed the trade winds of Indonesia, in quest of exotic cultures and their goods, charting the famous spice routes. SeaTrek’s four sailing collections follow those same historic trade winds taking you on journeys of discovery to many of the still remote areas of the Indonesian archipelago. Come explore with us aboard authentic wooden sailing ships much like the ones used by those legendary adventurers.
Departures
Cruise Itinerary
- In the early morning, we will arrive at the airport, where we will be picked up by the tour leaders and taken straight to the Ombak Putih. We will head out into Komodo National Park to Makassar reefs to snorkel with mantas. We will also stop at Pink Beach for snorkelling. - Cruise to Rinca Island and spend the night at anchor in the bay.
- We wake up early and go ashore on Rinca Island for a trek and have an encounter with Komodo Dragons under the guidance of experienced rangers. - After lunch, we will snorkel at Siaba Reef’s corals, home to many sea turtles. - Late afternoon around 4pm we will set sail for Riung Islands, enjoying sunset cocktails. Overnight, we cruise along the northern coast of Flores.
- Today we will wake up near Riung Island. It will be a full day of island exploration, hiking, snorkelling, paddling and kayaking. - In the evening we will be anchored off-shore to witness thousands of fruit bats come out from their roosting trees to head to the mainland to forage. - We will cruise overnight to our next destination.
- Today we will wake up off Paluweh Island, an active volcano that rises 3000m from the sea floor. - We will spend the day exploring the island and the surrounding reefs with hikes, swimming, snorkelling, paddle boarding and pay a visit to the local Christian village.
- We will wake up off the coast of the Capo de Flores, ‘the Cape of Flowers’, as named by the Portuguese for the island’s beauty. - We will spend the day snorkelling, paddling and exploring in this beautiful part of Indonesia, including a visit to a local village. before heading further east at sunset.
- We will wake up on Lembata Island on the far east side of Flores. Our morning view includes the massive live volcano called Ile Api (Island of Fire). We will be welcomed ashore in a local village where we can witness to the production of their famous local textiles. - After lunch on the boat, we will sail across the bay to snorkel on a vibrant local reef . It is also possible to swim and paddle on a local beach. - This evening, the crew will set up for a beach BBQ and party under the stars.
- At about 6am, we head for Solor, taking our time to cruise throughout the day, stopping off along the route for snorkelling and exploring. - On Solor, we will visit a local village and an old Portuguese fort, built in the 16th Century to protect their hold on the Spice Trade. -We continue cruising during the night.
- We will wake up once again under the gaze of another imposing volcano, this time the mighty Ile Mandiri off Larantuka. After breakfast, we will go ashore and be welcomed into the local village by the residents with songs and dancing. - After lunch on board, we will move north along the Capo des Flores to a great snorkelling site and beach, where we will snorkel, swim and paddle. - We will then cruise off into the night at about 8pm, for our overnight passage heading back west to Maumere.
- Arriving just before dawn, we will be anchored off a small cluster of islands surrounded by white sand beaches and beautiful coral reefs. - We will spend the day snorkelling, hiking and exploring this beautiful area, before having a final night’s party on the beach with the crew. - We will spend a quiet night at anchor.
- We set sail at 7am and cruise into Maumere. From here, we make a final visit to Watublapi village for a cultural performance. - Back to boat for lunch and then to airport for our afternoon flight to Bali at 3.45pm.
Itineraries are subject to change.
Ombak Putih & Katharina
Vessel Type: Yachts Katharina Length overall: 38 metres Ombak Putih Length overall: 42 metres Passanger Capasity: Katharina 12 / Ombak Putih 24 Offering many of the creature comforts of the modern world, our two wooden pinisi ships, Ombak Putih and Katharina, are part of a beautiful, centuries-old maritime tradition of hand-crafted boat-building now classified as a UNESCO cultural heritage. Built by the highly-skilled seafaring peoples of Sulawesi, using hand tools and traditional methods of construction, the design of these gaff-rigged ketches has been adapted and passed down from father to son for centuries. Interestingly, the pinisi fleet still forms the massive bulk of Indonesia’s cargo and transport network today. Our boats are outfitted with up-to-date safety equipment and communications technology, and equipped with high-quality tenders, kayaks, stand-up-paddle boards and snorkelling gear. Our comfortable cabins are located below decks and offer all the necessary amenities, including double beds or twin bunks, private en-suite bathrooms, lots of natural light, individually controlled air-conditioning, ample storage space, and plenty of electrical and USB outlets. In 2014 and 2015 respectively, working with the unique legacy these vessels represent, Katharina and Ombak Putih both had major refits. Their transformation was an exercise to conserve their authenticity, using traditional materials, and shaped by highly skilled Indonesian craftsmen of the same cultural heritage that built them. KATHARINA SPECIFICATION Six superior cabins with en-suite bathrooms. Saloon & bar. Outdoor covered dining area. Rooftop lounge area. Kayaks. Stand-up-paddle boards (SUP). Snorkelling equipment. Fishing gear. Two tender boats. Full complement of crew: engineering and service, International standard navigation & safety equipment (including radar and satellite phone). SLEEPING CONFIGURATION 2 x double bed cabins 2 x triple cabins (one double bed & one upper single bunk - bunk ideally suitable for child 12 or under) 2 x twin bunk cabins (one above the other) OMBAK PUTIH SPECIFICATION Twelve superior cabins en-suite bathrooms, Salon & bar.Outdoor covered dining area, Rooftop lounge. Kayaks, Stand,up-paddle boards (SUP). Snorkelling equipment. Fishing gear, Three tender boats. Full complement of crew; engineering and service. International standard navigation & safety equipment (including radar and satellite phone). SLEEPING CONFIGURATION 6 x double bed cabins 2 x triple cabins (one double bed and one upper single bunk - bunk ideally suitable for child 12 or under) 4 x twin bunk cabins (one above the other)
Highlights
• Komodo National Park • Paluweh Island • Capo de Flores • Solor • Watublapi village
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