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10-DAY / 9-NIGHT ITINERARY: MOYO ISLAND & NATIONAL PARK

Embark on a 10-day adventure combining a stay on land at the luxurious tented Amanwana resort on Moyo Island with a sailing sojourn in mysterious .

SUMBAWA & MOYO ISLAND

Sumbawa is an island in the Lesser Sunda chain, with Lombok to the west and Flores to the east. Traditionally, the island is known as the source of sappanwood used to make red dye, as well as honey and sandalwood. It has a savannah-like climate and the vast grasslands are used to breed horses and cattle and to hunt deer. Just off the coast, Moyo Island is a pristine nature reserve home to stunning waterfalls and the luxurious Amanwana tented resort.

KOMODO NATIONAL PARK

The Komodo National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site consisting of 3 larger islands (Komodo, Padar and Rinca) and 26 smaller ones, many of which are uninhabited. Komodo and Rinca are home to the native Komodo dragons, respected by locals who believe they descend from one born to a dragon princess centuries ago. The islands turn from lush green to arid throughout summer, contrasting against the vivid blue of the sea.

At first sight the mysterious islands of the Komodo archipelago is reminiscent of Jurassic Park, rising from the Flores sea in great humpbacked ridges covered with windblown savannah grasses. This is the land of dragons, where guests can walk among giant reptiles, cruise through the mangroves and trek to grassy summits. The tropical waters of Komodo National Park have long been famous as one of the most species-rich tropical underwater environments on earth, with an official count of more than 1,000 types of fish and 260 corals.

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ITINERARY

DAY 1, 2 & 3: MOYO ISLAND (AMANWANA)

Guests will arrive at Moyo Island on a floatplane, which lands directly in the bay in front of Amanwana resort. Moyo Island is a pristine nature reserve known for its beautiful reefs, lush green forest and waterfalls. Here, guests can spend 3 nights relaxing in a private tented suite on the beach and wander the forest seeking deer, wild ox, boar and macaque monkeys, picnic beside a waterfall or snorkel and dive just off the shore.

DAY 4: MOYO ISLAND - SATONDA

After breakfast at Amanwana, guests will collected by the yacht’s crew and transferred to their private yacht. After guests have settled in, the boat will set sail towards Komodo, stopping at Satonda, a small island with an extinct volcano and a mystical crater lake. This island is ideal for exploring, kayaking and paddleboarding. This evening, guests can watch for the flock of thousands of fruit bats as they swoop and dive at sunset, heading off on their nightly jaunt.

DAY 5: SANGEANG ISLAND & GILI BANTA

Sangeang Island is home to a volcano that offers guests the chance to experience a unique natural phenomenon in . Guests can dive or snorkel the bubbling black sand slopes of the volcano ridge, surrounded by incongruous brightly colored soft coral bommies, or visit the local village, a humbling experience where guests will encounter true Indonesian spirit.

Nearby, the prehistoric-looking Gili Banta is a stunning and remote location. Guests can spend the afternoon reclining on white sand beaches or exploring the stunning coral reefs.

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DAY 6: RINCA ISLAND

After breakfast, the yacht will navigate through the bays and coves towards Rinca Island, also home to the Komodo dragon, and to Tengha Island, which is a wonderful spot for diving and snorkelling. This is a cruising time of around 4 hours, so whether guests are ashore exploring, swimming in the warm tropical waters off a deserted sand cay, or relaxing onboard with a spa treatment, this day of the journey will be one never to be forgotten.

The afternoon cruise heads to Siaba Island, which is surrounded by secluded bays and private beaches. The underwater coral gardens here are spectacular with large schools of fish such as trevally and tuna, wrasse, snapper and many turtles. As evening approaches, Siaba is the perfect place to enjoy sunset over the Komodo Islands.

DAY 7: KOMODO ISLAND

This morning, guests may head ashore to the beautiful Pink Beach, which takes its name and colour from crushed red coral blended with sugar-soft white sand. This pristine beach is perfect for a dive or snorkel in the many shades of turquoise waters, with the underwater scenery as beautiful as the one above it.

Here, guests have the opportunity to go trekking in search of the legendary Komodo dragon. Guided by park rangers, the walk will take guests along promising paths where the native wildlife is found in abundance. On the lookout for exotic birdlife and flying lizards in their natural habitat, this trek usually takes about 2 hours or until the famous and fascinating dragon is located. With guests back onboard for a well-deserved lunch, the boat will sail to Toro Langkoi, where there are plenty of beautiful bays to moor for the night.

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DAY 8: PADAR ISLAND

This morning, the yacht will head to Padar Island and anchor in a bay surrounded by stunning beaches. Padar Island is the third largest island in the Komodo National Park and famous for its long stretches of deserted white beaches and quiet bays. The yacht will spend the night on anchor in a secluded cove, where guests can experience an incredible private beach barbeque on a sandy beach, stargazing, relaxing on plush cushions and indulging in fresh grilled seafood.

DAY 9: GILI LAWA LAUT & GILI LAWA DARAT

On the northern western edge of Komodo lie the Gili Lawa islands. These two islands are home to some of Komodo's most famous dive sites including Castle and Crystal Rock, Shotgun, The Passage and Lighthouse. Theses sites are home to a myriad of schooling fish and critters alike. The islands also offer stretches of private beaches for relaxing on between dives and a 45- minute trek to the top of Gili Lawa Darat rewards guests with one of the most stunning views of the northern side of the Komodo National Park and makes for a wonderful last sunset.

DAY 10: LABUAN BAJO

This morning, the boat will return to the port of Labuan Bajo. After a farewell breakfast, guests will be transferred to the airport for their flight home.

Please note that all itineraries are subject to change, depending on weather conditions, progressing harbor clearances, changes to domestic flights and other deciding factors. Please contact Ultimate Indonesian Yachts to discuss your requirements. [email protected]

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