Maumere & Alor

Route: Maumere – Lewaling Bay – Alor – East Nusa Tenggara – Maumere
Embarkation & Disembarkation: Maumere (Frans Seda Airport, MOF)
Seasonal Highlights: Volcanic reefs, black sand muck diving, pristine coral gardens, nutrient-rich waters and remote dive sites.

Discover one of Indonesia’s most diverse and least explored diving regions on an expedition through Flores, Alor and the remote waters of East Nusa Tenggara. Over eight nights aboard Solitude Adventurer, experience vibrant coral reefs, dramatic volcanic landscapes and exceptional marine biodiversity across one of the Coral Triangle’s hidden gems.

Explore the colourful reefs surrounding Maumere, the volcanic coastline of Lewaling Bay and the world-renowned waters of Alor, where exhilarating currents, thriving coral gardens and outstanding muck diving reveal everything from tiny macro subjects to schooling pelagic fish. Venture into the nutrient-rich waters of East Nusa Tenggara before returning to Maumere, completing a journey that combines spectacular scenery with extraordinary underwater encounters.

Between dives, relax aboard Solitude Adventurer as you cruise between volcanic islands, secluded bays and remote coastlines, enjoying attentive hospitality while discovering one of Indonesia’s most rewarding liveaboard destinations.

Day 1: Maumere – Embarkation (Up to 1 Check Dive)
Embark aboard Solitude Adventurer, settle into your cabin, complete orientation and diver registration, then enjoy a check dive, schedule permitting, before departing on your expedition through East Nusa Tenggara.

Day 2: Maumere (Up to 4 Dives)
Begin exploring the reefs surrounding Maumere, where healthy coral gardens, colourful reef fish and diverse marine life provide an excellent introduction to the region before sailing overnight to Lewaling Bay.

Day 3: Lewaling Bay (Up to 4 Dives)
Dive the reefs and sandy slopes along the northern coast of Flores, surrounded by dramatic volcanic scenery, before continuing overnight to Alor.

Day 4: Alor (Up to 4 Dives)
Discover the renowned dive sites of the Pantar Strait and Kalabahi Bay, where vibrant coral reefs, exhilarating currents and exceptional black sand muck diving await.

Day 5: Alor (Up to 4 Dives)
Continue exploring Alor’s diverse underwater landscapes, from colourful coral gardens to fascinating macro habitats rich with rare marine life.

Day 6: Alor (Up to 4 Dives)
Enjoy another full day diving one of Indonesia’s premier dive destinations before continuing west towards the remote reefs of East Nusa Tenggara.

Day 7: East Nusa Tenggara (Up to 4 Dives)
Weather and conditions permitting, explore remote reefs in the nutrient-rich waters of East Nusa Tenggara, where few divers venture and pristine underwater landscapes await.

Day 8: East Nusa Tenggara (Up to 2 Dives)
Complete your final morning dives at sites such as Serbete Reef and, conditions permitting, Tanjung Gedong before returning to Maumere and commencing the mandatory minimum 18-hour no-fly surface interval.

Day 9: Maumere – Disembarkation (No Diving)
After breakfast, bid farewell to the crew before your transfer to Frans Seda Airport (MOF) for your onward journey.

Please note: Optional land excursions may require additional permits or entrance fees where applicable. All itineraries are subject to change due to weather, sea conditions, currents and local authority requirements. The Cruise Director may adjust routes, dive sites and schedules to maximise safety and guest experience. Marine life sightings are natural encounters and cannot be guaranteed.

Download the complete itinerary PDF for the full day-by-day schedule, dive highlights, route map and embarkation information for Solitude Adventurer Maumere & Alor (9 Days, 8 Nights).