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DANCES, DRAGONS AND MAGICAL LAKES I

This 7-day cruise embarks from Bali and explores the interior of ITINERARY east-Lombok, the magical craterlake of Satonda in Sumbawa Day 1 and includes a visit to the National Park, which is not only known as the home of the worlds largest lizard, the , but also for the incredible marine diversity Embarkation in Serangan (Turtle Island), east Bali. We will meet found in the rich, current-swept reefs and open water at 9:00 am at the wooden jetty in front of the Dolphinarium. surrounding the Park. This adventurous cruise offers a After boarding and settling in on board, the Ombak Putih will cross-section of uninhabited islands, quiet coastal villages, depart sailing up along the east coast of Bali. After lunch we towering active volcanoes, tribal rituals and a world of disembark on the bay of Ambo (Teluk Ambo). Here we will visit kaleidoscopic beauty underwater. the Water Palace of Amlapura and will admire the rice terraces of a rarely visited region of Bali (northeast). At night we will cross the famous Wallace Line. The Lombok Strait between Bali and Lombok marks an important ecological boundary, first described by Sir Alfred Russel Wallace, the famous 19th century Welsh naturalist. Wallace noticed that islands west of this demarcation are home to Asiatic animal and plant species, whereas the islands located on the east side display a greater similarity to species found in Australia.

Day 2

Docked in Labuhan Lombok, east Lombok, we will board after breakfast a local coach for a tour into the interior of east Lombok, untouched by the crowds frequenting the west part of the island (Senggigi, Gilis). We will visit a pottery village, attend a local dance performance and enjoy a real Sasak (indigenous people of Lombok) lunch on the way. After re-embarkation we move to the small island of Kondo, where we will visit a

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Day 4 Day 6

Arrival in the morning at Wera on the east coast of the island of Today we will visit the ranger station of Loh Buaya on Sumbawa. Wera is a Buginese settlement famous for its Island. This island is well-known for its diverse wildlife. Apart boatbuilding. Here we will see all kinds of craft in various stages from Komodo dragons, we may spot monkeys, wild buffaloes of construction, much the way the Katharina was built in 1998. and deer. From the top of the hills, the scenery is spectacular. We will stroll through the village and make a chat with the In the evening our crew will prepare an evening beach barbecue friendly local people. If weather would prohibit a safe landing, and we will enjoy a star studded night sky. Late at night we will we sail to Sangean island, an active volcano towering 1800 sail to the bay of Labuhanbajo where we spend a quiet night.

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After a last early morning swim we say goodbye to the crew and leave the boat. Time permitting we will visit the market or attend a demonstration of the whip dance in the village of Melo a 30 minute drive from the centre of Labuhanbajo.

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The Ombak Putih is a traditional Indonesian schooner custom built from Iron wood by Buginese ship builders. The Ombak Putih is 42 metres long and provides accommodation for up to 24 guests in 12 comfortable cabins. With approximately 400 square meters of public space divided over 2 main decks, the conditioning Ombak Putih offers both open and covered space in Towels and beach towels that are regularly changed abundance, allowing for privacy and serene relaxing. All cabins Valuables and travel documents can be stored in the ship's safe are located below deck and offer private bathroom, portholes, Dining in spacious air conditioned lounge individually controlled air conditioning, and ample storage Teak wooden furniture in lounge, cabins and on deck space including safety deposit box. Led by Captain Feri, 14 Spacious sun and semi-covered decks dedicated crew members coming from all regions of the Free tea, coffee and mineral water archipelago make your stay with us a memorable experience. Excellent food and snacks (vegetarian food on request) Spacious twin shared cabin with twin bunk beds or double bed A selction of wines, cold beer and other alcoholic drinksare Each cabin has a private bathroom with toilet and hot shower offered for sale Washbasin and soap toiletries in your cabin Fresh water on-deck shower Cabins have individually controlled air Outdoor sleeping facilities Professional cruise director Unlimited use of our snorkeling equipment and 2 sea canoes Television, DVD and music center in lounge

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