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Discover the Heart of the Pacific 2028 - 24 Days (from Port Moresby to Darwin)

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From Port Moresby to Darwin
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  • Aerial panorama of emerald karst islets dotting the crystalline blue waters of Raja Ampat.
  • Historic stone building with tropical landscaping under a bright blue sky in Darwin.
  • Modern white Parliament House in Darwin framed by rows of palm trees.
  • Wooden jetty leading to Darwin’s waterfront marina surrounded by modern apartments.
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Port Moresby

    Port Moresby
  3. Day 2

    Port Moresby to Lae

    Port Moresby to Lae
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Embark on Emerald luxury yacht
    Landmarks
    Huon Gulf
  4. Day 3

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  5. Day 4

    Sepik River

    Sepik River
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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Sepik River villages and rainforest
    Landmarks
    Sepik River
  6. Day 5

    Wewak

    Wewak
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Wewak coastal town
    Landmarks
    Bismarck Sea
  7. Day 6

    Jayapura

    Jayapura
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Jayapura and local markets
    • Visit Lake Sentani
    Landmarks
    Lake Sentani
  8. Day 7

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  9. Day 8

    Cenderawasih Bay

    Cenderawasih Bay
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Cenderawasih Bay marine environment

    Optional Activities

    • Whale shark viewing (seasonal, sightings not guaranteed)
    Landmarks
    Cenderawasih Bay
  10. Day 9

    Cenderawasih Bay

    Cenderawasih Bay
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Cenderawasih Bay marine environment
    Landmarks
    Cenderawasih Bay
  11. Day 10

    Manokwari

    Manokwari
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Manokwari coastal town
    Landmarks
    Manokwari
  12. Day 11

    Amsterdam Island

    Amsterdam Island
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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Amsterdam Island
    Landmarks
    Amsterdam Island
  13. Day 12

    Ayu Atoll

    Ayu Atoll
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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Ayu Atoll and coral reefs

    Optional Activities

    • Snorkelling
    Landmarks
    Ayu Atoll
  14. Day 13

    Sorong

    Sorong
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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Embark on Emerald yacht for Raja Ampat adventure
    Landmarks
    Sorong
  15. Day 14

    Gam Island - Kri

    Gam Island - Kri
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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Gam Island rainforest and reefs
    • Explore Kri Island marine reserve
    Landmarks
    Gam Island
    Kri Island
  16. Day 15

    Wofoh Island

    Wofoh Island
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Wofoh Island and coral reefs
    Landmarks
    Wofoh Island
  17. Day 16

    Wayag Island

    Wayag Island
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Wayag Island dramatic limestone formations and viewpoints
    Landmarks
    Wayag Island
  18. Day 17

    Pulau Penamu

    Pulau Penamu
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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Pulau Penamu elevated viewpoints and karst seascape
    Landmarks
    Pulau Penamu
  19. Day 18

    Misool Island

    Misool Island
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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Misool Island limestone karsts and marine ecosystems
    Landmarks
    Misool Island
  20. Day 19

    Fak Fak

    Fak Fak
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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Fak Fak coastal town
    Landmarks
    Fak Fak
  21. Day 20

    Pulau Koon

    Pulau Koon
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    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Pulau Koon and coral reefs
    Landmarks
    Pulau Koon
  22. Day 21

    Triton Bay

    Triton Bay
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Triton Bay marine biodiversity and coastal scenery
    Landmarks
    Triton Bay
  23. Day 22

    Kai Islands

    Kai Islands
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Kai Islands
    Landmarks
    Kai Islands
  24. Day 23

    At Sea

    At Sea
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  25. Day 24

    Darwin

    Darwin
    Meals
    Breakfast

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