Dunia Baru Yacht

Day 1 – Sorong – Tomolol
Your journey begins in the port at Sorong, on the “beak” of Bird’s Head Peninsula and less than one degree south of the equator. The word “sorong” is said to originate from the local Soreri language meaning “deep and turbulent seas”, and the ocean here is rich in tuna and shrimp.

Today will be one of cruising, as Dunia Baru sails to the far south of Raja Ampat. Enjoy a lazy afternoon and sunset from the top deck, as you watch beautiful landscapes slip past.

Day 2 – Tomolol – Misool
The morning of day 2 will be spent exploring the astounding Tomolol cave system on Misool, where the elements have carved out a spectacular cave that has a labyrinth of passages and caverns. On the edge of a turquoise lagoon, the entrance to Tomolol is absolutely spectacular: a cathedral of nature that serves as a grand welcome to water- illed caverns where limestone chandeliers seem to drip from above.

Day 3 – Misool – Penemu
The water around Misool offers some of the best diving and snorkeling sites in the region – and here you will witness some of the finest corals and marine life on the planet. This is also a great place to do some kayaking and SUPing.

From Misool Dunia Baru will sail to Balbulol, for a sunset cruise and dinner. The majestic karsts of Balbulol Lagoon make it a spectacular spot to spend time both in and on the beautifully calm water. The karsts are too steep to climb, but the lagoon around them is perfect for exploring by kayak, SUP and for swimming in. There are beautiful corals and fishes in this lagoon – snorkelers are in for a real treat – and bird-life around Balbulol is prolific.

Dunia Baru will sail north through the night, to the island of Penemu.

Day 4 – Penemu – Wayag
The striking Penemu islands are a cluster of rocky limestone domes adorned with throngs of lush green vegetation, and this morning will begin with a hike to take in absolutely phenomenal views that are iconic Raja Ampat. A 316-step wooden staircase leads up to a lookout point overlooking the bay, the outlying islands and the wide ocean beyond.

The islets here encircle a shallow green bay that is perfect for SUPs and kayaks, and from this serene enclosure you can take the small boats out to dive or snorkel Batu Rufus, My Reef and Melissa’s Garden, three of the best dive sites in the area.

Dunia Baru will cruise over lunch, but you will have the chance en route to Wayag to swim across the equator.

Day 5 – Wayag – Arborek
Wayag offers stunning snorkeling, diving, kayaking and beach time. Climb up the peak behind the anchorage for a full panoramic view of
the azure waterways through the rock formations, and finish the hike with a swim at the white sand beach below. In this is area there is a good chance to see black-tipped reef sharks, rays and
turtles, and beautiful corals too. You could take a RIB ride to a ranger station, to see baby reef sharks congregating in shallow waters.

Those who hike some of the karsts around Wayag will be in for a treat – this is a classic picture postcard of Raja Ampat, and the views from the top are absolutely out of this world. There is a chance you could see the renowned crimson Bird of Paradise, as well as plumed herons, frilled and giant monitor lizards and honeyeaters.

Day 6 – Arborek – Sauwandarek
Arborek has long enjoyed a sterling reputation due to the villagers’ devotion to conservation and the protection of the local reefs, as well as the area’s abundant manta ray population. You might choose to visit the village, where people create exquisitely made handicrafts made from pandanus leaves. While here you can snorkel or dive the reef around the jetty.

From Arborek you will sail to the village of Sauwandarek. The diving and snorkeling around the pier of this village incredible – and the village has a special connection with Dunia Baru. In 2019 Sauwandarek’s beautiful learning center, built by Dunia Baru, was officially opened. This learning center is just one example of how Dunia Baru adventures gives back to the people of Raja Ampat. After dinner this evening, Dunia Baru will depart for Sorong.

Day 7 – Sauwandarek – Sorong
Your charter ends where it began: the port city of Sorong. Sorong is the largest city in West Papua and while it is the logistics hub for Indonesia’s thriving oil and gas frontier, it is also the gateway to Raja Ampat, an area of unrivaled beauty.

Members of the Dunia Baru crew will accompany you on your transfer to Domine Eduard Osok Airport, and assist with the check-in process of your departure flight.

Day 1 – Sorong – Misool
Your journey begins in Sorong, which is less than one degree south of the equator and on the west coast of West Papua. One of Dunia Baru’s crew will meet you upon arrival at Domine Eduard Osok Airport; they will take care of your luggage and will transport you directly to the superyacht.

Once you have settled in and enjoyed a meal prepared by your on-board chef, Dunia Baru will sail towards Misool in Raja Ampat, which is southwest of Sorong.

Welcome to Misool, one of the four major islands in the area known as Raja Ampat – the Four Kings. Raja Ampat lies at the point where the Pacific currents collide with the Indian Ocean and these nutrient-rich waters have spawned a marine Eden; the richest coral reefs on earth.There are almost 1000 species of fish around the waters of Raja Ampat (although new species are regularly discovered) and 15 species of mammals. Threequarters of all the hard corals in the world are found here.

Above the surface of the ocean Raja Ampat’s landscape is truly breathtaking: forested karst islands rise from crystal waters and surround bays more magnificent than you could imagine. The fauna and flora here is fascinating and while hiking there is a good chance you’ll see the legendary birds of paradise or even the bizarre tree, kangaroo.

Your time in Raja Ampat will be spent mostly around eastern Misool, one of the “four kings” (the others are Salawati, Batanta and Waigeo).

Day 2 – Efkasya
On day 2 you’ll have the chance to explore a small group of islands called Efkasya, at the easternmost part of Misool. The landscape here is dominated by beautiful beaches and dramatic limestone islets, while underwater it’s Raja Ampat’s signature abundance of marine life. This is the perfect place to go diving, snorkeling, kayaking, paddle boarding and picnicking on the beach.

Day 3 – Dafunlol Island
Day 3 is your chance to catch sunrise from a Harfat Peak on Dafunlol island – and to take in magnificant views of Raja Ampat’s iconic limestone karsts. You’ll also have the opportunity to kayak into Tomolol Cave, where there are paintings that date back more than 1,500 years.

Day 4 – Daram
On Day 4 Dunia Baru will sail south- east from Misool, towards a group of islands called Daram, which lie within a “no-take” marine protected area. The marine life here is superb, and the pristine beaches make Daram a very special place to relax and snorkel for a few hours.

Day 5 – Pulau Pisang
Pulau Pisang translates as “banana island” – although it probably won’t be the tropical fruit that makes this day memorable. Instead, it’ll be the wildlife you might encounter.

Coconut crabs are said to be the largest land living anthropod in theworld (they can weigh more than 4kg and measure 1 meter from leg
tip to leg tip) – and the ones on Pulau Pisang, our crew says, are particularly large. The crabs eat fallen fruit and use their pincers to crack open coconuts.

Pulau Pisang is also a nesting ground for green and hawksbill turtles, so be sure to look out for them while snorkeling the picturesque shallow coral reef around this group of islands. Divers might be treated to sightings of manta rays as they glide through a popular cleaning station.

Day 6 – Kiti-Kiti Waterfall
On Day 6 Dunia Baru sails south- east from Raja Ampat, brushing the coastline of West Papua en route to the whale sharks of Triton Bay and the headhunter villages of Papua.

Today you will see the little-known waterfall of Kiti-Kiti, which drops directly into the sea. If you’re feeling the need to move on land, take a walk from the waterfall to a small lake, alongside a stream and past little rock pools (perfect for cooling off) to a larger lake, and along the way you might see pygmy kangaroos and wallabies.

You’ll also have the chance to play on the water – zip around on the jet skis, the paddle boards or kayaks, or snorkel along the coastline.

Day 7 – Day 8 – Triton Bay
There are more than 30 dive sites around Triton Bay in the Kaimana regency, and days 7 and 8 are your chance to explore this little-visited part of Indonesia. Here, dive sites include pinnacles, walls, boulders, and spectacular soft coral gardens, and you can expect to see an abundance of schooling fish as well as wobegong sharks, frog fish, parrotfish, and pygmy seahorses. Triton Bay is also known for the elusive walking shark.

Despite being labeled by many dive enthusiasts as “the next frontier of diving in Indonesia”, Triton Bay’s biggest draw is the whale- sharks, which you can snorkel with year round. They tend to linger at the surface for extended periods of time, feeding on the small bait fish stored in nets under bagans, the villagers’ fishing platforms.

Your stay in the area might coincide with the local market day, and it’s always interesting to witness the bustle of bargaining for fresh fruits and fish. You’ll also have the chance to go hiking, and swim in a small lagoon.

Day 9 – Triton Bay – Agats
Throughout day 9 you will be at sea, as it will take around 33 hours to sail from Triton Bay to Agats, where you’ll spend time with the Asmat tribe. If you’d like to stop off at a small coastal town in the Timika area, the crew will be very hapy to take you ashore and and show you around the village’s fish and fresh produce markets.

There is an interesting collection of books about Indonesia onboard Dunia Baru, and if you haven’t yet had a chance to take a look through them, this would be a good opportunity to catch up on some reading. It’s also the perfect time to relax on one of the sun loungers on deck, and enjoy the hospitality of the crew.

Day 10 – Agats
Your final full day on this journey is likely one you will remember for ever: it will be spent near the town of Agats, with people from the Asmat tribe.

The Asmat tribe was once one among the most feared in the world: known as head hunters and cannibals, there are tales of how they would use human skulls as pillows and incorporate heads into celebrations and rituals.

It was probably due to their reputation that the Asmat tribe had very little contact with the outside world before the mid-1900s, when the town of Agats became a base for Catholic misisonaries. Life in this region is still very traditional, and a visit here offers a rare glimpse into a culture not yet tainted by the modern world.

The Asmat people are known for their elaborate wood carvings – considered among the best in the world – many of which are made specifically for rituals.

Day 11 – Timika
The final stop on your journey is Timika, a small city with a population of around 130,000 that’s the capital of the Mimika Regency in Papua province. About 100km north of Timika is Grasberg mine, site of the world’s single largest gold reserve and second largest copper reserves.

On day 11, the captain and crew will make sure that Dunia Baru sails into the port in Timika in good time to transfer you to Mozes Kilangin Airport, for you to take your flight out of Papua.