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Tropical Indonesian odyssey Cruise

  • Departure DateWed 1st Oct 2025
  • Ponant Le Jacques Cartier
  • 12 Night Cruise From Darwin
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Itinerary

  • Darwin, Australia
  • Triton Bay
  • Banda Neira
  • Barat Daya Islands, Timor
  • Kalabahi (Takpala)
  • Maumere, Flores
  • Komodo Island
  • Badas Islands, Indonesia
  • Benoa, Bali

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Day 1 - Darwin, Australia

Arrive: Wed 01 October 2025 / Depart: Wed 01 October 2025 at 18:00

Darwin is located in Australia’s Northern Territory which is also known as the “Top End”. It is the capital city and the most populated town of the Northern Territory. Darwin is a beautiful tropical city, a melting pot of people and cultures, over 50 different cultures live and work side by side that prides itself in its unique and friendly laid-back lifestyle. Come discover the town’s still recent history through its emblematic buildings such as the new Parliamant House opened in 1994, a magnificent example of tropical architecture or Admiralty House declared heritage place, a tropical-style home elevated on stilts that has survived two cyclones and numerous air raids.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - Kei Islands

Day 4 - Triton Bay

Arrive: Sat 04 October 2025 / Depart: Sat 04 October 2025

The first and only resort in Triton Bay, we are situation in Kaimana Regency, West Papua Province, Indonesia.

Day 5 - Kitikiti Waterfall

Day 6 - Banda Neira

Arrive: Mon 06 October 2025 / Depart: Mon 06 October 2025

From age-old traditional cultures and ancient vestiges, to coral reefs and lush green jungle… The attractions of the remote Banda archipelago seem endless. Better known as the legendary “Spice Islands” of the Ancient World, these small volcanic landmasses were the fabled prize of colonial powers for more than four centuries. Every colonial power of significance fought for control of these ten small islands that today have become largely forgotten. Walking the streets of Banda Neira is a surreal experience as your eyes are drawn to the eclectic mix of Portuguese, Dutch and British architecture, the remnants of a rich and tumultuous history. It is without doubt the most historically significant and interesting of all the “Spice Islands”.

Day 7 - Barat Daya Islands, Timor

Arrive: Tue 07 October 2025 / Depart: Tue 07 October 2025

Day 8 - Kalabahi (Takpala)

Arrive: Wed 08 October 2025 / Depart: Wed 08 October 2025

The unique culture of the Alorese continues among the Takpala indigenous group who have preserved their traditional architecture and ceremonies. The island of Alor is also known as the island of a Thousand Moko’s. The Moko is a small bronze kettledrum which is believed to have originated from the Dong Son culture of Vietnam. However, it remains a mystery as to how these prehistoric Dong Son drums arrived in Alor. Local legend says that the Moko’s were discovered buried in the ground, and indeed mokos are still being uncovered today. Join the expedition team and local guides for a tour by local transport to Takpala village, the Museum of a Thousand Mokos and the thriving main market of Kalabahi.

Day 9 - Maumere, Flores

Arrive: Thu 09 October 2025 / Depart: Thu 09 October 2025

Maumere is the administrative seat of the Sikka Regency and the second-largest town on Flores Island, Indonesia. It lies on the north coast of the island and the port is in the north-west part of the town.

Day 10 - Komodo Island

Arrive: Fri 10 October 2025

Day 11 - Komodo Island

Depart: Sat 11 October 2025

Day 12 - Badas Islands, Indonesia

Arrive: Sun 12 October 2025 / Depart: Sun 12 October 2025

The port of Badas is part of the greater township of Sumbawa Besar, on the island of Sumbawa. Like most of Sumbawa the people hold their culture strong as a major part of their identity. The island has a strong influence from the Makassarese of Sulawesi, who over the centuries have introduced a lot of their culture into Sumbawa. Join your expedition team and local guides for a tour by bus to Pamulung Village where you will be welcomed by the head of the village and have the opportunity to witness first-hand the local traditions of rice pounding, weaving and also witness a wedding procession. Your visit will conclude with an exciting Sumbawa buffalo race, an event that will be held in honour of our visit.

Day 13 - Benoa, Bali

Arrive: Mon 13 October 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Mon 13 October 2025

If it's a taste of exotic authenticity you're after, prepare to be spell-bound by the island of Bali, tucked away in the heart of the Indonesian archipelago. The beauty and diversity of its landscapes, the depth and richness of its cultural heritage and the plethora of activities on offer here make Bali a little slice of heaven on Earth. The island's southern coast enthrals with its white sand beaches, its picturesque little fishing villages such as Benoa, and its hills patchworked with terraced rice paddies further inland. Nicknamed 'the Island of Gods' for its sumptuous temples, Bali is the beating heart of Indonesian Hinduism.

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