18 Day Indonesia Charter Itinerary - Moyo Island to Labuan Bajo

After settling into your home for the next 17 nights, take a tour of the luxury charter yacht with a glass of champagne as your crew raise the anchor and set sail for your first destination, Moyo Island.

As the perfect place to introduce you to the incredible natural backdrop of Indonesia, the national park on Moyo Island is the epitome of what to expect from your Indonesian tour. Stroll through the dense forestry and seek the hidden waterfalls, stashed away at the heart of the island. Have a dip and relax in the serenity of the spot before returning in the direction you came to see a traditional Indonesian village, complete with a tribe.

Complete your first day with a dive into the nearby waters to get a taste for the spectacular marine life you will see plenty of during your unforgettable trip.

These islands offer elevated terrains for memorable picnics with sweeping panoramic views and easy access to some of the best dive sites in the area. Anchoring down close to the coast you have the chance to plunge into the depths to see popular dive sites like Crystal Rock and The Passage. Marine life is in abundance here, meaning you won’t know where to look first. Make the most of the dives with your underwater camera.

If taking the plunge gets a little repetitive for you don’t forget to burn some built up energy by bringing out the toys. Water sports are a great way to break up a day of diving so take the jet skis for a spin or take your time with some windsurfing or rowing a small boat.

One last adventure for the day is to once again climb the raised terrain to find a cozy spot to watch the impeccable sunset.

Located off the coast of Flores, this national park consists of 24 isles which are all protected under the legislation of the park. Being a monitored zone, the wildlife and natural flora and fauna are left to thrive, making this an amazing stop on your 18 day experience.

Due to the nature of the area, you cannot remove any items from the sea or the isles but you can take as many photos as you like. The best opportunity to get some truly spectacular shots will be underneath the waves with the native marine life. Using the multitude of corals as a vibrant backdrop will give you some stunning photos worthy of being framed.

After exploring the marine world of the Riung Marine National Park the rest of the day is yours to explore elevated terrains and to indulge in a Michelin-style meal onboard your luxury charter yacht.

Your day in this area will be dominated by one of mother nature’s most destructive inventions, volcanos. Your first volcano for the day is Ile Ape. Start off your exploration by investigating the interesting array of hard corals lurking beneath the volcano before climbing ashore to see just how much destruction a volcano can cause. Kampung Lama, at the base of the volcano, still possesses remains of houses and other artifacts from previous eruptions. In addition to the ruins at Kampung Lama, there is also an impressive 30-meter skeleton of a blue whale at the small village of Ionata.

Moving on to your next piece of destruction, you will cruise over to Komba Island off the northern coast of Flores. This island is nestled into what the locals call the ring of fire and it proudly boasts a still very active volcano. Once again you can explore the waters surrounding the island but the best sights can be seen as the light begins to fade and you catch glimpses of lava from Batu Tara at sunset.

Much like the coastline around Pura Island, there are a great number of dive sites which continually attract many visitors to the area throughout the year. Take your pick of the litter as you take your first dive of the day as early as you can. Beat the other divers to it and see many shoals of brightly coloured fish and other small creatures as the begin their day under the sea.

Continue to take as many dives as you have the energy for during the day but remember to keep some strength for the evening. Today your luxury charter yacht will take you to the site of an incredible night dive. Close to Kalabahi, the Mucky Mosque offers incredible views of many small critters native to the area as well as more fish like your previous daytime dives.

Start off the day by visiting a couple of small Ngada called Luba and Bena. Sat in close contentment within the forest, and with views of Mount Inerie, the villages co-exist with a mixture of beliefs which villagers are happy to share with visitors. There are a great number of crosses on the houses and it isn’t hard to see how religion affects the everyday lives of these friendly villagers. Meet the locals at a more intimate level as you visit their local market which showcases some of the local produce and handmade items from the family businesses.

Once you’ve bought some small purchases from the merchants return to your luxury charter yacht to be whisked away for an afternoon of splendor. Your dedicated crew know all the secrets of the area so they will take you to a beautiful private beach so you can relax in complete peace and solitude. Your evening can then be completed with a comfortable barbeque on the beach with cushions and throws for you to rest on.

Eat a hearty breakfast on board your luxury charter yacht to prepare yourself for a demanding day of trekking. Your climb begins by hiking through a dense area of rainforest, looking out for native wildlife and indigenous flora and fauna. Emerging at the other end of the rainforest you will arrive at Wae Lomba creek. This is an area of incredible natural beauty and a location you won’t want to miss. Take a breather from the long walk and enjoy the peace and serenity of the creek before continuing through hills to see sweeping views at Pocoroko, and then moving onto Nampe Bakok.

After taking in the pretty overhead view of the traditional village of Wae Rebo you will start the downward journey to the village to have a well earned lunch with the locals. Try the tasty local cuisine and fill yourself up ready for the remainder of the return journey down the elevations back to your luxury charter yacht to spend a relaxing afternoon on the deck or making circles with the jet skis.

Adorning your diving gear, you will once again join the cool waters around the Komodo coastline to have some quality time with a large quantity of manta rays. The inquisitive creatures will again come up very close and dance circles around you as you try your hardest to catch every moment on your underwater camera. Take a couple of trips to the dive if you have time to truly make the most of this spectacular experience.

If you don’t fancy doing the manta rays twice, how about being whisked away to your very own private beach? Relax through the afternoon with some sunbathing and beachcombing, while taking breaks from the heat by visiting the small coves dotted along the cliff face.

Like other areas of the island you will have great opportunities to spot some native wildlife. Creatures you can expect to see include deers, monkeys, wild boar and of course the komodo dragons. Back with another local guide you will be taken to the best places to see the highlights of North Rinca before returning to your luxury charter yacht.

Your final afternoon in the Indonesian waters will be spent at Pulau Kaaba where you can see the komodo dragons’ favorite food, flying foxes. This peaceful location marks the final port of call of your tour so enjoy your final evening with a candlelit dinner on the decking with a generous helping of exotic cocktails.