On this diverse 16-night voyage, track northward from Australia to explore the Spice Islands and the fabled islands of Raja Ampat, through the Republic of Palau and the remote small islands of Micronesia before concluding in Yap. Be greeted and escorted by traditional kora kora canoes to the historic township of Banda Neira. Cruise the pristine coastal landscape of Mommon Peninsula where Kitikiti Waterfall cascades into the ocean. Marvel at one of the world’s most photographed marine scenes: the jagged green limestone cliffs and crystalclear water of Wayag. Swim with the harmless golden jellyfish of Jellyfish Lake, Palau. Learn about Yap’s ancient limestone currency and snorkel, dive and kayak to encounter coral reefs home to abundant marine life. This journey offers spectacular combinations of remote island cultures, marine life and history that can only be experienced by expedition ship.
- Enjoy the ancient warrior tradition welcome of the kora kora canoes in Banda Neira
- At Kitikiti Waterfalls, Mommon Peninsula, cruise the pristine landscape by Xplorer in search of hidden lagoons and exotic birds such as hornbills and if lucky, birds of paradise
- Discover the limestone karst islands of Raja Ampat and hike to the summit of Pindito Peak
- Snorkel and dive the coral reefs and lava flows of the Coral Triangle including Ulithi Atoll, Sonsorol, Banda Neira and the marine playground of Raja Ampat
- Join in traditional dance and singing performance and experience ancient Austranesian and Micronesian traditions passed down through history
- Learn about Yap’s time-honoured customs and culture and visit the isolated islet of Ulithi home to sea turtles, coconut crabs and sea birds
- Meet the people of Sonsorol Island who are linguistically and culturally different from their Caroline Islands neighbours
- Discover the breathtaking landscape of Palau and swim with harmless golden jellyfish in Jellyfish Lake