Tropical Expedition 
Diving 
Deluxe Stateroom
19 m²
2
- Last staterooms
Tropical Indonesian odyssey
Darwin - Benoa, Bali
Dates:
11/10/2023
to
22/10/2023
days
nights on board
PONANT invites you to embark on board Le Lapérouse for a 12-day tropical expedition cruise to discover the sublime natural landscapes of Indonesia.
Your journey aboard Le Lapérouse will start in Darwin. You will then sail to the Kei Islands, in the heart of the Malukus, to discover a peaceful paradise of stunning white-sand beaches.
Then, you will sail to the heart of Triton Bay. Located within a protected marine environment in the middle of the Coral Triangle, you will enjoy an unforgettable zodiac cruise through the spectacular rainforest-capped karst islands.
Le Lapérouse will continue to sail in the Indonesian province of West Papua to allow you to witness the superb natural site of Kitikiti Waterfall surrounded by lush nature.
In the Maluku Islands, dubbed the Spice Islands, you will explore the island of Banda Neira, which was shaped by Dutch and Portuguese influences.
After a stopover in the fabulous Barat Daya Islands, you will head for Kalabahi. This authentic destination in the Alor archipelago provides the opportunity to interact with local people who have preserved their traditional practices and customs.
You will then head to Flores and the city of Maumere before visiting your final destination - Komodo National Park. This wild and isolated island is home to the famous Komodo dragons.
Your cruise will conclude in Bali - ‘the island of the gods’ - with its captivating charm and grace.
The encounters with the wildlife described above illustrate possible experiences only and cannot be guaranteed.
Ref : ER111023
Your itinerary
An expedition cruise to discover the lush and idyllic islands of Indonesia, combining gorgeous scenery and encounters with the locals. Outings and shore visits in zodiac inflatables with a team of experienced...
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Shore Excursions, Overlands & Pre/Post Programmes
To complete your voyage, PONANT can organise a range of shore excursions, pre & post cruise activities and packages, plus transfers.
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*Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability, and subject to change at any time. The category of stateroom to which this price applies may no longer be available.
Services provided
- 24-hour room service
- Inclusive Wifi internet access (availability dependent on navigation and latitude)
- Individually-controlled air conditioning
- Dressing room with shelves and closet
- Dressing table and hairdryer
- Dyptique Paris top-of-the-line bath products
- Minibar
- Nespresso coffee maker and boiler
- Electronic safe
- Direct line telephone
- Bose Bluetooth speaker
- Flat screen TV, international channels (availability dependent on navigation) and videos on demand
- 110V American (two flat pins)/220V European (round sockets with two round pins)
- Two ADA staterooms
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Expedition programmes include activities such as zodiac outings and landings (sometimes with "wet landings"), moderate walks to more active hikes, all accompanied by your expedition team of naturalist guides.
Ports of call, visited sites, outings and landings will depend on weather conditions, winds and the state of the sea. These can force a change of plans at any time. The Captain and the Expedition Leader may at any time cancel or stop any activity, or even modify the itinerary. The final itinerary will be confirmed by the Captain, who will take into account the touristic quality of the sites and above all, the safety of the passengers. His decision will be based on advice from experts and authorities.
Travelling to isolated regions is an exhilarating experience. In remote areas, please remember that you are far from modern hospitals with full medical facilities, thus evacuation is extremely expensive. Without adequate medical coverage, all expenses will have to be immediately paid with your personal funds. We urge you to subscribe to full coverage insurance, choose your insurance company very carefully, be extremely vigilant and ensure your insurance is fully comprehensive, especially if you are insured by your credit card. PONANT offers an insurance contract with extensive guarantees, please contact us for more information.
Clothing tips:
- Cotton comfortable and light-weight shorts/bermuda shorts
- Light weight long trousers
- Long-sleeved breathable SPF50+ shirts
- Cotton short sleeved T-shirt
- Aquatic UV long-sleeved T-shirt for sun protection during snorkeling or swimming
- Aquatic non-slip sandals
- Windproof, waterproof and breathable outer layer
- Broad brimmed anti-UV hat with strap and veil to protect the neck
- Comfortable walking shoes
Accessories:
- Highly protective sunglasses.
- Sunscreen and after-sun with high SPF index & insect repellent
- Binoculars (strongly recommended for wildlife viewing).
- Small waterproof backpack (to protect your camera from water).
- Camelbak (backpack with water pockets)
- Walking poles (highly recommended).
Please note:
During your visits to some local communities, all guests will be required to dress respectfully. Ladies must have their shoulders and thighs covered. Gentlemen should have their shoulders covered also.
Ideal clothes for life on board:
During the days spent on board, you are advised to wear comfortable clothes or casual outfits. The entire ship is air-conditioned, so a light sweater, a light jacket or a shawl may be necessary. When moving about in the public areas of the ship and the decks, light but comfortable shoes are recommended.
Informal evening:
In the evening, you are advised to wear smart-casual attire, especially when dining in our restaurants where wearing shorts and tee-shirts is not allowed.
For women:
- Simple dress
- Skirt or trousers
- Blouse
- Polo
For men:
- Pleated trousers or chinos
- Sports jacket
- Shirt
- Polo
Officer’s evening:
For all cruises longer than 8 nights, an Officer’s Evening with a white dress code may be organized. Therefore, we encourage you to bring a stylish white outfit for the occasion (otherwise black and white).
Gala evening:
During the cruise, two gala evenings will be organised on board. Thus, we recommend that you bring one or two formal outfits.
For women:
- Cocktail attire
- Evening dress (if you wish to)
For men:
- Dark suit
- Tie recommended, possibly bow tie (if you wish to)
SHOP:
A small shop is available on board offering a wide range of outfits, jewellery, leather goods and many accessories.
A laundry service (washing/ironing) is available on board, but unfortunately there are no dry cleaning services. For safety reasons, your cabin is not equipped with an iron.
TECHNICAL OUTFITS:
- Shorts / bermudas
- Light weight long trousers
- Wind and waterproof light “breathable” outer layer
- Sweater/pullover for the evening
- Short and long sleeved cotton shirts
- Waterproof UV long sleeved T-shirt
- Long sleeved cotton shirt for sun protection during zodiac excursions and excursions ashore
- Ankle canvas shoes (which dry quickly and protect ankles)
- Aquatic shoes for wet landings on shore
ACCESSORIES:
- Polarized sunglasses with high UV filter
- Binoculars
- Walking poles
- Small waterproof backpack
- Camelbak (backpack with water pockets)
- Swimsuit (for the Spa on board)
- Gym wear (fitness)
- Battery charger and memory cards for your camera
- Mobile phone charger
- Sun portective hat/cap with strap and veil to protect the neck
HEALTH CARE:
- Sunscreen and after-sun lotion
- Mosquito and insect repellent
- Medications and prescriptions
OUTFITS ON BOARD:
- Casual outfits for the day
- Smarter outfits for dinners
- Elegant outfits for Gala evenings
- White or black and white outfit
PRECAUTIONS:
In your hand luggage, remember to bring any medicines that you need, and possibly a small spare bag of toiletries (in case of delay in the delivery of your baggage by the airline). Remember to always have your travel documents with you in case you need them: hotel vouchers, cruise vouchers, return flight tickets... Never leave them in your hold luggage.
All our cabins have a safe. We recommend not to go ashore with valuable jewellery.
PONANT activities
Diving - Expedition Cruise
Supervision of the dives
Your dives will be led by your PONANT instructor. He will take care of your safety and that all goes smoothly. On some diving sites, as in natural reserves or if the local regulations require it, a local guide will escort the diving.
Level required for scuba diving on this cruise
The minimum level required for scuba diving on this cruise is 2 star CMAS or the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver (or equivalent). The certification card, the diving log book and a recent medical certificate (less than 12 months) must be presented at the beginning of the cruise to our main diving instructor.
Process of the dives (certified divers)
The instructor reserves the right to check divers’ ability for maximum safety. As we will dive in remote places, the dives will be done without decompression stop. A safety stop of 3 minutes at 5 metres will be mandatory. The depth that can be reached will depend on the certification of the divers:
- For those with PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certificate (or equivalent), the maximum depth can be up to 25 metres.
- If two PADI Advanced Open Water Divers (or equivalent) wish to dive together independently, they must have a briefing first. They must have dive computers and are allowed to go to a maximum depth of 20 metres.
Duration of the dives
The diving activity lasts from 2 to 3 hours, which includes the journey to the diving site and the diving. This duration may vary according to the site, the level of divers, weather conditions and the number of participants. For experienced divers, the duration of dives varies between 35 and 60 minutes depending on the site, the diver’s experience and consumption.
Supplied equipment
- Diving wetsuit
- Stabilising jacket
- Regulator with octopus and pressure gauge
- Diving computer (for divers mastering their use)
- Fins,
Mask and snorkel: for health reasons due to Covid-19, we strongly recommend that you come on board with your own mask and snorkel .As an exception, you will be able to borrow them in accordance with sanitary conditions.
The passenger may participate in scuba diving activities, subject to compliance with certain conditions established in accordance with the health, scientific and medical measures applicable on the day of the dive.
* within the limit of available stock.
Fauna and flora of the Pacific ocean
The fauna of the Pacific ocean is very varied. During the various dives, divers can observe various species of benthic fauna such as napoleon fish, racoonbutterfly fish, and pelagic fauna such as manta rays, gray reef sharks, dolphin fish, as well as endemic wildlife such as different soft corals.
Scuba diving activities on this cruise
|
PORTS OF CALL |
DIVES (for certified divers) |
DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING (for beginners) |
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Australia – Darwin |
NO |
NO |
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Indonesia – Kei Islands, Maluku Islands |
YES |
NO |
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Indonesia – Triton Bay, West Papua |
YES |
NO |
|
Indonesia – Kitikiti Waterfalls, Mommon |
YES |
NO |
|
Indonesia – Banda Neira, Maluku Islands |
YES |
NO |
|
Indonesia – Kalabahi, Alor |
NO |
NO |
|
Indonesia – Maumere, Flores |
YES |
NO |
|
Indonesia – Komodo National Park |
YES |
NO |
|
Indonesia – Komodo National Park |
YES |
NO |
|
Indonesia – Benoa Bali |
NO |
NO |
These sites are indicative. The proposed diving excursions may be changed depending on weather and safety conditions and the number of divers.
Rates
Excellence and Passion packages must be pre-booked with your travel consultant before departure. Beyond that, all reservations will be confirmed once on board and subject to availability.
Exploration dives must be organised on board directly with your diving instructor.
Price per person
- Certified divers:
- Exploration (1 dive): €80
- Excellence Package (3 dives): €225
- Passion Package (6 dives): €420
Highlights
- An expedition cruise to discover the lush and idyllic islands of Indonesia, combining gorgeous scenery and encounters with the locals.
- Outings and shore visits in zodiac inflatables with a team of experienced naturalist guides.
- UNESCO site: Komodo National park.
- Discover the Malukus, a natural paradise on the Spice Route.
- Encounters with the local people discovering their customs and culture.
- Occasions for swimming and snorkelling.
- Opportunity of diving (PADI Advanced Open Water Diver or equivalent) with an experienced instructor on board and of snorkelling with your expedition team.
Ports of Call & Excursions
11 October 2023 - Darwin
Embarkation 11/10/2023 From 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Departure 11/10/2023 at 6:00 pm
Darwin is located in Australia’s Northern Territory which is also known as the “Top End”. It is the capital city and the most populated town of the Northern Territory. Darwin is a beautiful tropical city, a melting pot of people and cultures, over 50 different cultures live and work side by side that prides itself in its unique and friendly laid-back lifestyle. Come discover the town’s still recent history through its emblematic buildings such as the new Parliamant House opened in 1994, a magnificent example of tropical architecture or Admiralty House declared heritage place, a tropical-style home elevated on stilts that has survived two cyclones and numerous air raids.
12 October 2023 - At sea
Arrival 12/10/2023
Departure 12/10/2023
During your journey at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness centre. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This journey without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, depending on the activities offered, or to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the PONANT photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest and entertainment.
13 October 2023 - Kei Islands, Maluku Islands
Arrival 13/10/2023
Departure 13/10/2023
The Kei Islands are blessed with kilometres of stunning, yet almost entirely empty, white-sand beaches and a deeply hospitable population. Beneath the mostly Christian facade, Kei culture is fascinatingly distinctive. Local history holds that ancestors of contemporary Kei islanders came from Bali, part of the expanding Hindu Majapahit kingdom from the western archipelago. Enjoy a day of swimming and snorkelling on an idyllic uninhabited picture postcard tropical island.
14 October 2023 - Triton Bay, West Papua
Arrival 14/10/2023
Departure 14/10/2023
Triton Bay is one of three regions in Indonesia’s West Papua province that comprise the Bird’s Head Seascape (the other two are Raja Ampat and Cenderawasih Bay), which is now considered by marine biologists to be the epicentre of the Coral Triangle. It contains more fish and coral species than anywhere else on the planet. Its unparalleled marine biodiversity and endemism, habitat richness, and relatively intact nature of its ecosystems are unique. Join your expedition team for a zodiac voyage through the spectacular rainforest capped karst islands. Later in the day enjoy the opportunity to explore the richness of the underwater realm.
15 October 2023 - Kitikiti Waterfall, Mommon
Arrival 15/10/2023
Departure 15/10/2023
North of Triton Bay, in the Indonesian province of West Papua, lie the Bomberai Peninsula and Sebakor Bay. A real paradise for divers, this protected, authentic and very wild area boasts an exceptional biodiversity. Here, you will be able to admire the superb Kitikiti Waterfall where you could enjoy a swim or snorkel surrounded by lush nature, both on land and under water.
16 October 2023 - Banda Neira, Maluku Islands
Arrival 16/10/2023
Departure 16/10/2023
From age-old traditional cultures and ancient vestiges, to coral reefs and lush green jungle… The attractions of the remote Banda archipelago seem endless. Better known as the legendary “Spice Islands” of the Ancient World, these small volcanic landmasses were the fabled prize of colonial powers for more than four centuries. Every colonial power of significance fought for control of these ten small islands that today have become largely forgotten. Walking the streets of Banda Neira is a surreal experience as your eyes are drawn to the eclectic mix of Portuguese, Dutch and British architecture, the remnants of a rich and tumultuous history. It is without doubt the most historically significant and interesting of all the “Spice Islands”.
17 October 2023 - Barat Daya Islands
Arrival 17/10/2023
Departure 17/10/2023
If you are looking for exoticism and authenticity, then you will be captivated by the Barat Daya Islands, an Indonesian archipelago lying to the east of the Lesser Sunda Islands, bathed by the Banda Sea and surrounded by coral reefs. With their fine sandy beaches, marine environments, preserved nature and paddy fields, these islands in the Maluku archipelago are a real concentration of the beauty South-East Asia has to offer. A lush environment in which fauna and flora flourish. Notably, there are almost 162 different bird species including four endemic ones and three endangered ones.
18 October 2023 - Kalabahi, Alor
Arrival 18/10/2023
Departure 18/10/2023
The unique culture of the Alorese continues among the Takpala indigenous group who have preserved their traditional architecture and ceremonies. The island of Alor is also known as the island of a Thousand Moko’s. The Moko is a small bronze kettledrum which is believed to have originated from the Dong Son culture of Vietnam. However, it remains a mystery as to how these prehistoric Dong Son drums arrived in Alor. Local legend says that the Moko’s were discovered buried in the ground, and indeed mokos are still being uncovered today. Join the expedition team and local guides for a tour by local transport to Takpala village, the Museum of a Thousand Mokos and the thriving main market of Kalabahi.
19 October 2023 - Maumere, Flores
Arrival 19/10/2023
Departure 19/10/2023
Floresians have an ancient culture stretching back millennia before the first arrival of Europeans in search of trade opportunities. Their history is shared through oral traditions and is recreated in song and dance. The mountainous terrain of Flores has preserved the diversity of cultures and Maumere serves as the capital of the Sikka district and main trading port. Few tourists make it to Maumere with most stopping at Labuan Bajo and heading west to the islands of Komodo. Consequently, Maumere and has kept its charming atmosphere, an eclectic mix of a bustling trading town and a coastal paradise. Join your expedition team and local guides for a tour by local transport to the markets and tribal villages in the hinterland of Maumere.
20 October 2023 21 October 2023 - Komodo National Park
Arrival 20/10/2023
Departure 21/10/2023
Between the islands of Sumbawa and Florès, Komodo National Park welcomes you to discover its natural wonders. At the very heart of the Indonesian archipelago, the three islands that form it – Komodo, Rinca and Padar - owe their renown to the famous eponymous dragons, enormous lizards over two metres long, which live in its grassy savannah. This jagged and hilly volcanic territory belonging to the Sunda Islands is a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its incredible terrestrial and marine biodiversity. Admire its palette of colours, intermingling the sparkling whites of the beaches, the deep blues of the coral-filled water and the soft greens of its pastures.
22 October 2023 - Benoa, Bali
Arrival 22/10/2023 early morning
Disembarkation 22/10/2023 at 8:30 am
If it's a taste of exotic authenticity you're after, prepare to be spell-bound by the island of Bali, tucked away in the heart of the Indonesian archipelago. The beauty and diversity of its landscapes, the depth and richness of its cultural heritage and the plethora of activities on offer here make Bali a little slice of heaven on Earth. The island's southern coast enthrals with its white sand beaches, its picturesque little fishing villages such as Benoa, and its hills patchworked with terraced rice paddies further inland. Nicknamed 'the Island of Gods' for its sumptuous temples, Bali is the beating heart of Indonesian Hinduism.
Le Lapérouse
Environmentally friendly, fitted with innovative equipment and complete with lounges designed to be largely open to the exterior, this new and intimately sized yacht offers a unique type of cruise experience.
Onboard this ship sailing under the French flag, you'll experience the incomparable pleasure of a cosily intimate cruise offering the possibility of exploring an ever-increasing range of destinations in an ethnic chic ambiance.
The Blue Eye, an underwater lounge offering a unique experience unlike anything else in the world.
Up to 184 Guests
92 staterooms & suites
118 crew members
Spa
2 restaurants
Decks
Tropical Expedition
Explore the planet’s most remote tropical regions during a PONANT expedition cruise. In the heart of Oceania’s archipelagos or the Indian Ocean atolls, along the wild coastlines of Central America or Australia, our luxury amenities and services will make your expedition cruise an unforgettable experience. Our expedition leaders and their teams of naturalist guides devise exceptional itineraries and organise daily outings, shore visits in Zodiac® dinghies, or snorkelling when the cruises are conducive to it, to take you as close as possible to nature. Aboard the ship, they share their knowledge during lectures on a variety of topics such as the fauna and flora, the history of the great explorations, geology and climatology. On land, using the local transport options or during hikes, discover the must-see natural sites and, for a few hours, partake in the life and ancestral customs of the local populations.
Diving
During an introduction to scuba diving or a more advanced dive for holders of the necessary certifications (level 1 on yachting cruises and 2 on expedition cruises), explore the planet’s most beautiful underwater environments in the company of a PONANT diving instructor, as well as a local instructor when required by local legislation. They will ensure that your dives are conducted smoothly and safely: supervision of four certified divers at a time, evaluation of diving skills and experience, adherence to safety stops, zones and the maximum depth authorised.
A recent medical certificate (less than 12 months) must be presented at the beginning of the cruise to the main diving instructor.
Shore excursions, Pre/Post & Overlands
OVERNIGHT IN DARWIN (1 NIGHT)
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Day 1 - Darwin
Meet at Darwin Airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off your own flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
You will be transferred to the hotel Hilton Darwin 5*.
Official check-in time at the hotel Hilton is 3.00 pm.
Your luggage can be stored at the hotel before check-in.
The afternoon and dinner are at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 - Darwin
Day is at leisure.
Check-out is at 12.00 am.
You will depart the hotel by coach for a panoramic tour of Darwin. Located in Australia's Northern Territory, also known as the "Top End", Darwin is a beautiful tropical city, where over 50 different cultures live and work side by side.
Discover Darwin's rich history and culture and learn about Darwin's role during World War II as you see its many historic wartime landmarks. You will drive past St Marys Cathedral, travel up to and along the Esplanade, the Parliament House, the Old Court House, the Anglican Cathedral. Pass Bicentennial Park, and the Old Town hall ruins.
You will then be transferred to the port of Darwin, to embark on board your ship.
Your hotel:
The Hilton Darwin offers an ideal location in the heart of the city within walking distance of shopping and entertainment. The elegant rooms are light and equipped with contemporary furniture for a warm and comfortable ambience. The hotel features a 10th-floor outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, and a stylish bar and restaurant.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
Your programme includes:
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1-night accommodation in Standard room at Hilton Darwin 5*, local standards (or similar) including breakfast.
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Transfers as mentioned in the programme.
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The services of a local guide on the group transfer.
Your programme does not include:
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Dinner on Day 1.
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Lunch on Day 2.
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Tips for the driver and local guide.
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Personal expenses and other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
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It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.
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Early check-in is available depending on availability and at a supplement. Contact your travel agent for further detail.
Contact of your hotel:
Hilton Darwin
B 32 Mitchell St
Darwin City NT 0800
Australia
Telephone: (+61) 8 8982 0000
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Total : AU$375
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.
A DAY AMONGST THE BALINESE
Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your daytime between your port of disembarkation and the airport.
Bali, Benoa
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local representative.
Throughout the day, you will explore the rich cultural heritage of the Balinese people, and gain valuable insight into their day-to-day life, religion, and traditions on this full-day tour of Bali. One of 33 provinces of the Indonesian archipelago, Bali has a population of 4.2 million, of which 83,5% are Hindu. This island nation is inspired by a sense of spiritual enlightenment that shapes the lifestyles and culture of its people.
Board your motor coach at the pier of Benoa, then relax and enjoy the scenery the of southern and central parts of the island as you make your way to your first stop: the small village of Cangi, situated at the Regency of Gianyar.
Upon your arrival, you’ll be greeted and warmly welcomed by local villagers wearing their traditional dress. Then, you’ll be joined by your Tour Guide who will walk you to the village square, which is surrounded by the school, Balinese Hindu Temple, and the village’s institution buildings. You’ll begin your visit with an up-close observation of the Elementary School, where local children study, and you’ll have a good opportunity to interact with the students. Following this delightful visit, you’ll explore all around the Customary Village of Cangi, visiting Lembaga Perkreditan Rakyat (LPD), a financial institution with two unique characteristics: the institution is owned and governed by the Customary Village (Desa Adat/Desa Pekraman) while remaining fully integrated into Balinese culture. Then, proceed next door to visit the Village Health Centre (PUSKESMAS). It is a useful place, allowing the local communities to have access to their medical treatments in this modern age. Then, you’ll make your way to the final site in this customary village: a beautiful village temple, called Pura Puseh, and its remaining cultural heritage. The 11th. century temple features a grand complex of shrines that face a separate, large communal hall from where most visitors start their visit.
Refreshments will be served at the village meeting hall located right in front of the temple. You can watch while the locals of the community make a local snack and typical Balinese dish called Sate Lilit (minced meat spiced and wrapped around a bamboo or lemongrass stick handle and grilled over charcoal). You can also enjoy several kinds of Balinese cakes made locally. You’ll have the opportunity to taste and enjoy your refreshments as well as interact with the locals and watch as they make a religious offering consisting of coconut leaves and colourful flowers, called Canang Sari, as a kind of thanksgiving prayer praising God.
After finishing your visit to this customary village, rejoin the motor coach and proceed to the local restaurant located in the Ubud area, where your lunch will be served.
Then, you’ll make your way to the last stop of the day, at the small village of Blahbatuh to visit Sudi Dance School.
Upon your arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed by local children wearing their traditional dress. Then, you’ll be escorted to the lobby area where a refreshing drink awaits. And you’ll have the opportunity to see first-hand how the local children learn traditional Balinese dances, under the tutelage of a professional and master dancer. As it is an important part of their cultural heritage, all Balinese children hope to master the dances. Before leaving Sudi Dance School behind, you’ll be entertained with a traditional dance performance from the students, while you enjoy a refreshing drink and local Balinese snacks.
After conclusion of your memorable visit, you will then be transferred to Ngurah Rai international airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight (approximately two-hour drive from Sudi Dance School).
Your programme includes:
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Transfers and visits as mentioned in the programme.
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Lunch with beverages package (1 mineral water + 1 soft drink or 1 local beer + 1 coffee or tea) as mentioned in the programme.
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Services of a local English-speaking guide.
Your programme does not include:
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Tips for the driver and local guide.
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All personal expenses and other services not mentioned in the programme.
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Visa fees.
Please note:
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This full-day tour involves a moderate amount of walking, some of which will be over uneven ground. This tour is recommended to guests who are physically fit and involves moderate walking at the countryside sites with several pathways to climb. It is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or those who utilize a wheelchair.
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This land programme involves touring in the outdoors and guests may be exposed to warm/hot, humid and/or wet weather and insects: please dress accordingly. We recommend wearing lightweight clothing and comfortable walking shoes. Remember to bring sunscreen, a hat, and mosquito/insects repellent.
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During visits to temples, it is recommend to adopt discreet clothing, covering the upper body and the legs below the knees.
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.
Total : AU$360
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.
BALINESE CULTURAL HERITAGE (2 NIGHTS)
Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.
Take advantage of two days designed to give you the perfect opportunity to explore the historic site and rich cultural heritage of the local inhabitants of the countryside and gain valuable insight into their day-to-day life, religion and traditions. This programme will be an ideal prelude to your cruise.
Day 1 – Benoa/Eastern part of the island/Ubud
After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local representative.
You will depart from the pier of Benoa, where a leisurely morning drive will bring you to the eastern part of the island. You’ll first be transported to the small town of Klungkung/Semarapura to visit Kerhta Gosa, the old court of justice. This building served as a place for the king to solve problems concerning security, prosperity, and justice for the Kingdom of Bali. It was not known exactly who the founder was, but according to the Candra Sengkala (a way of writing the year by using picture of animal or plant which represents certain figures), it had been built at least by the year of Caka, somewhere between 1622 and 1700 AD, when Dewa Agung Jambe governed the kingdom of Semarapura.
Leaving Kertha Gosa behind, your journey will continue toward the eastern part of the island to visit Tenganan Ancient Village. This village is very famous on the island, referred to, in cultural literature, as Tenganan Pegringsingan. The lifestyle of the local community is very unique. It is an example of the Bali Aga Village cultures (Hindu Prehistoric), and differs greatly from the other countryside villages in the plains of Bali.
Following your visit, enjoy a short, scenic drive to a local restaurant, located on the beach of Candidasa, for lunch.
After lunch, board your motor coach and proceed to the coastal village of Karangasem to visit Taman Ujung Water Palace.
The Balinese often call it Taman Ujung Sukasada, and it was built by the royal king of Karangasem in 1901.The first pool to be completed is called the “Kolam Dirah”. This pool was originally used to drown those judged to practice black magic. In 1909, the King of Karangasem hired Dutch architect Van Den Hentz and Chinese architect Loto Ang to improve on Dirah pond and convert it into a sanctuary for resting.
As your tour draws to a close, and before returning to Maya Ubud Resorts, you’ll make your way to the small town of Karangasem to visit the Royal Palace of Puri Agung Karangasem. Once the seat of government, the royal palace in Karangasem was built in the 19th century by King Anak Agung Anglurah Ketut Karangasem. It features many different characteristics found in Balinese houses at that time.
After concluding your visit, your motor coach will bring you directly to Maya Ubud Resorts, approximately a two-hour drive from Karangasem Royal Palace.
Once you arrive at the hotel (Maya Ubud Resorts), check-in, and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure to relax and freshen up before dinner.
Before saying goodbye to your guide, confirm your departure time for your tomorrow’s program.
Dinner tonight will be served at Maya Ubud Resorts.
Overnight at Maya Ubud Resorts.
Day 2 - Ubud/Central part of the island /Ubud
After breakfast, proceed to the hotel lobby to meet your guide to depart for a full-day tour to visit several interesting places situated at the Central part of the island.
Board your motor coach at the hotel, for a leisurely morning drive to the village of Kukuh located nearby Kintamani and Bayung Gede to observe coffee plantation. Upon arrival, a guided walk through coffee plantation pathways to explore and observe first hand a variety of coffee and other tropical spices. Your journey continues on to the small village of Bayung Gede, a traditional village with very unique customs. In this village, you’ll find the Setra Ari-ari (or placenta graveyard). Here, placentas are encased in coconuts and hung from the branches of the Bukak trees, forming a sacred garden. The residents of Bayung Gede village have been following this unique custom for centuries. According to local legends, the tradition is as old as the village itself.
After your visit, your journey will continue to the village of Batur to visit Ulun Danu Batur temple, the second most important temple complex in Bali, after Besakih Temple, the “Mother Temple”. The temple is dedicated to Dewi Bhatari Ullun Danu, Goddess of lakes and rivers. “Ulun Danu” literally translates to “head of the lake”. Until 1926 Ulun Danu Batur Temple and the village were located down in the caldera, at the foot of Batur volcano. After the volcano erupted in 1926, both the village and the temple were destroyed, except for the most important shrine, an 11-tiered Meru dedicated to Dewi Bhatari Ulun Danu. The villagers moved to the highest and oldest rim of the caldera, where they rebuilt their village and temple. Actually, the temple of Ulun Danu Batur is a complex of nine different temples, containing in total 285 shrines and pavilions dedicated to the Gods and Goddesses of water, agriculture, holy-springs, arts, and crafts.
Leaving Ulun Danu Batur Temple behind, proceed to the local restaurant and enjoy lunch accompanied with breath-taking views over Mount Batur and Batur Lake, weather permitting. Clouds and fog are common, even during the dry season, due to its elevation at approximately 1,717 metres above sea level.
As your tour draws to a close, and before returning to the hotel (Maya Ubud Resorts), you’ll make your way to the last destination. Located in a village on the slope of Mount Agung, visit Besakih Temple, often referred to as Bali’s “Mother Temple”. Besakih Temple is a grand complex of at least 86 clan temples and shrines on the south-western slopes of Mount Agung. At least 70 celebrations take place at Besakih every year, as each shrine has its own anniversary. Besakih is considered to be the biggest and holiest of Bali’s temples.
After conclusion of your memorable visit, your motor coach then brings you directly to Maya Ubud Resorts, commencing approximately two-hour drive.
The rest of the day is free at leisure in time to relax before the time comes for dinner.
Before saying goodbye to your guide, confirm your departure time for your tomorrow’s program.
Dinner tonight will be served at Maya Ubud Resorts.
Overnight at Maya Ubud Resorts.
Day 3 – Ubud/Denpasar
After breakfast, and luggage collection, time at leisure to relax and enjoy the hotel’s facilities depending on your flight schedule. Official check-out until 12 am.
You will then be transferred to the airport (about 2,5-hour drive) in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).
Your hotel:
The Maya Ubud Resort & Spa sits in splendid seclusion, bordered by the dramatic Petanu River valley and the villages of Bedulu and Pejeng to the east, and the verdant rice fields of Peliatan on the west. The ten-hectare tract of land is itself, a quiet heaven of tropical gardens and architect-designed tratched buildings and luxury guestrooms. A complimentary wireless internet service is available in all guest accommodations and public areas. You will find at your disposal three restaurants and bars. Among the many recreation facilities at Maya Ubud are two swimming pools, tennis courts, yoga pavilion and gym. It is a leisurely 25-minute walk from Maya Ubud to the colourful and bustling central market and shops.
Petulu Departure Lounge offers a comfortable air-conditioned area, plus outdoor seating area in which to relax prior to departure.
Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
Your programme includes:
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2-night accommodation in Impressive Forest Suite at Maya Ubud Resort & Spa 5*, local standards (or similar).
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Full board including meals served at the hotel and in local restaurants, as mentioned in the programme.
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Beverages package during meals (1 mineral water + 1 soft drink or 1 local beer + 1 coffee or tea).
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Transfers, visits, and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.
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Services of a local English-speaking guide.
Your programme does not include:
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Late check-out at the hotel.
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Lunch on day 3.
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Tips for the driver and local guide.
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All personal expenses.
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Other services not mentioned in the programme.
Please note:
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It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.
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This tour is recommended to guests who are physically fit and involves moderate walking with several pathways or steps to climb. It is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or those who utilize a wheelchair. This programe involves touring in the outdoors and guests should exposed to warm/hot, humid and /or wet weather and insects: please dress accordingly. We recommend wearing lightweight clothing and comfortable walking shoes. Remember to bring sunscreen, a hat and mosquito/insects repellent.
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For visits to temples, it is preferable to wear appropriately discreet clothing, covering the upper body and legs below the knees.
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The average temperatures vary between 79°F (26°C) and 91°F (33°C).
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Official hotel check-in time is 3 pm.
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Official hotel check-out time is 12 noon.
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Early check-in and late check-out are available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.
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Tap water is not drinkable.
Contact of your hotel:
Maya Ubud Resort & Spa
1 Gunung Sari Peliatan, P.O. BOX 1001
Gianyar, 80571
Indonesia
Telephone: (62) 361 – 977888
Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.
Total : AU$1,785
Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.