Indonesian Explorer - Heritage Expeditions

Discover paradise on an authentic expedition cruise through Indonesia`s remote and little known tropical islands. Swim with the Whale Sharks in Triton Bay, visit Komodo National Park, home to the famed Komodo Dragon, discover Jacques Cousteau`s "underwater nirvana" Wakatobi National Park and explore the turquoise waters and rainbow corals of Raja Ampat as you traverse powdery white sand beaches and untamed jungles. During your voyage from Bali to Port Moresby you have the opportunity to see Birds-of-paradise and many more endemic species, World War II relics and visit remote tribes.

A true expedition voyage in every sense, your journey will explore Indonesia`s rarely visited and little known biodiverse-rich jungle-capped islands scattered across pristine pellucid waters well beyond traditional tourist routes. Discover a true paradise where untouched dense jungles home to some of the rarest flora and fauna on the planet meet crystalline tropical waters teeming with exotic marine life and some of the world`s best coral reefs all wrapped in a land steeped in history and rich in culture and tradition. Comprised of some 18,000 islands, this Southeast Asian archipelago`s fascinating human history dates back almost 2 million years. European arrival saw Portuguese spice traders chasing the fragrant bounty of nutmeg and cloves in the 16th Century, this was followed by Dutch colonisation then Japanese occupation during World War II before Indonesia regained its independence in 1949.

While still a heavy hitter on the spice trading scene, Indonesia is now attracting attention for having one of the richest concentrations of flora and fauna on the planet. One of the world`s 17 mega diverse countries, Indonesia is home to 2 of the planet`s 25 biodiversity hotspots, 18 of the World Wildlife Fund`s Global 200 eco-regions and 24 of BirdLife International`s Endemic Bird Areas. Its dense forests, jungles, oceans and waterways you will be exploring boast more than 25,000 species of flowering plants (40 per cent of which are endemic), 1,592 bird species (430 of which are endemic and 114 considered extremely threatened), 1,051 reptile and amphibian species, 515 species of mammal and half of the world`s fish species.

For botanists, birders, photographers and nature lovers alike, this expedition offers numerous opportunities to spot once-in-a-lifetime species and experience rare wildlife encounters on remote and unknown islands. Sublime wildlife, incredible underwater encounters, exceptional birding and thrilling cultural exchanges await on Indonesian Explorer.

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Cruise& stay only price includes:
- 1 nights hotel accommodation in Denpasar pre-cruise including dinner and breakfast
- One way transfer from hotel to port
- 17 night expedition cruise aboard the Heritage Adventurer (140 guests) from Denpasar to Port Moresby
- All shipboard main meals
- House beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner onboard
- All expedition shore excursions, activities and landing fees
- Discovery Local Fund/landing fees of AUD$900 per person
- Programme of lectures by noted naturalists
- One way transfer from port to airport
- One way flight from Port Moresby to Cairns

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Price excludes: All items of a personal nature, laundry, drinks, gratuities. International/domestic flights, helicopter excursion, kayaking, visas and travel insurance.

For all voyages, exact landings depend on weather conditions and wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed; however, Heritage Expeditions 35+ years of experience in operating expeditions mean that they are well equipped to make the most of the conditions at the time. Past trip logs and species lists are available for all expeditions.