Amanwana Komodo Expedition
The Amanwana Komodo Expedition is a seven night adventure cruise like no other. Encounter antediluvian creatures unchanged since prehistoric times, on a visit to the only two islands in the world supporting the Komodo Dragon’s natural habitat. .
From Bali, guests fly east over the famed Wallace line to Flores Island and the small fishing village of Labuan Bajo to board the Ikan Gurami, a traditional 27 metre coastal cruiser that combines the ancient romance of the spice trade sailing vessels with today’s modern amenities. The Ikan Gurami is the perfect vessel for a private cruise for one or two couples or a family. Two huge staterooms are fitted with king-size beds and combine a lounge area, spacious bathroom with vanity, shower and separate toilet, plus a private balcony. Both staterooms are air-conditioned and have full views of the surrounding Flores Sea on three sides of the cabin. The teak foredeck is fitted with large day beds for relaxing, dining or sunbathing. The top deck is also fitted with sun-beds and shade cover.
Ikan Gurami is accompanied by Anak Gurami, an 11 metre X2K power cruiser, fitted with twin 200hp outboards. It is an ideal vessel for sightseeing, game fishing and trips to nearby reefs or secluded beaches for diving or snorkelling.
The Komodo National Park is a World Heritage Site where guests will be escorted by park rangers to view the Komodo dragons in their natural habitat. Other wildlife on Rinca and Komodo islands includes buffalo, deer, monkeys and wild horses. And everyday, from the colourful reefs of Tatawa Island to those of Komodo’s Pink Beach, the dive spots on the Ikan Gurami’s island-hopping itinerary within the park feature some of the world’s most pristine and remarkable marine environments.
At sunset on the fifth day, the vessel begins its overnight cruise to the nature reserve of Moyo Island where Amanwana is situated. For two nights, guests will enjoy this unique luxury- tented wilderness hideaway, with wall dives directly offshore, jungle treks to waterfalls and limestone pools, as well as spa treatments and water sports. Guests depart Amanwana by scheduled transfers for the flight back to Bali.
The Amanwana Komodo Expedition (Valid from May – Oct, 2007)
Departs from Labuan Bajo
Ocean Tent (One Couple) US$14,150*
Ocean Tent (Two Couples) US$19,800*
Jungle Tent (One Couple) US$13,950*
Jungle Tent (Two Couples) US$19,400*
- Rates include five nights’ accommodation on board Ikan Gurami, full crew, two nights in an Ocean/Jungle tent at Amanwana, all meals and non-alcoholic beverages, two dives per person per day on board Ikan Gurami, one dive per person per day at Amanwana and rangers’ fees for Komodo National Park.
- Rates are subject to 10% service charge and 11% government tax.
- Rates and government tax are subject to change without notice.
- All US dollar rates are converted to local currency at time of billing.
- Extension nights at Amanwana may be arranged at US$750++ (Ocean Tent) and US$650++ (Jungle Tent) per night.
- Supplementary costs: Direct scheduled flight from Bali to Labuan Bajo at US$100 nett per person; Flight from Amanwana to Bali at US$325 nett per person; Compulsory board charge at US$100++ per person per day for extension nights at Amanwana.
- Additional dives at US$85++ per dive per person.
Transfer from Bali to Labuan Bajo
Merpati Airline’s flight from Bali to Labuan Bajo departs from Denpasar every Tuesday and Thursday at 8:20am and takes approximately 90 minutes. Flight schedules are subject to change.
Transfer from Amanwana to Bali
A leisure cruise takes guests from Moyo Island to Sumbawa. Kura Kura’s twin engine Cessna 402B departs from Sumbawa every Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday at 12:30pm. The flight time to Bali is approximately 55 minutes. Flight schedules are subject to change.
