Overview
Discover the tribal traditions, natural wonders and exotic, paradisiacal shores of Indonesia, Papua and Australia. Exploring with a remarkable Expedition Team, enjoy nature walks, local village visits, Zodiac excursions, and opportunities to snorkel and scuba dive. Experience stunning Komodo National Park and its rare dragon; West Papua’s brilliant marine ecosystems, the storied spice islands of Maluku and Banda; and astonishing Great Barrier Reef.
- Cruise for 14 nights from Indonesia to Papua and Australia on luxury, all-balcony ‘Le Laperouse,’ with a capacity limited to just 148 guests
- Enjoy two days of exploration in Bali before your cruise, complete with a stay at luxury Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay
- Explore in the company of A&K’s renowned Expedition Team, enjoying an all-encompassing enrichment program and lecture series
- Spend two days in UNESCO-designated Komodo National Park, where you may choose to kayak, swim and search for the island’s most famed resident, the Komodo Dragon
- Discover some of the world’s rarest and most remarkable beaches and marine ecosystems, including West Papua’s Triton Bay and Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, with opportunities to snorkel and scuba dive
- Visit with remarkable indigenous peoples on culture-rich islands, meeting with the Takpala in their village on Alor Island and experiencing an Asmat war canoe greeting in Papua
- Soak in two days on the postcard-worthy Spice Islands, enjoying a far-flung, truly exotic paradise of white-sand beaches, brilliant coral reefs, and eclectic, storied history
Highlights
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay
Arrive in Bali, where you are met and transferred to your beachfront hotel. Tonight, join fellow guests and A&K’s Expedition Team for a welcome dinner.
Explore Bali
Bali’s rich culture, spiritual influence and vibrant geology plays out across the “Island of the Gods.” Enjoy your choice of excursion, with options that include a full day exploring Bali’s central highlands, an area famous for its stunning lakes and hills. Visit the Royal Temple of Mengwi, reach Mount Batukaru and trek through the picture-perfect Jatiluwih Rice Terraces. Alternately, enjoy an insightful day through other natural and cultural highlights, such as Lake Batur and Kehen Temple, or drive to Bukit Peninsula to experience some of Bali’s idyllic beaches, and visit Uluwatu Temple. Each experience includes a lunch of delightful Balinese specialties. Return to your luxury resort and enjoy the evening at leisure.
'Le Laperouse'
Enjoy all-balcony accommodations on an exclusively chartered mega-yacht.
Amenities
▶ Stateroom and suite electricity: 220V outlets — Europe 2-prong style (plus two 110/220 U.S. outlets)
▶ Sun Deck and multiple outer deck observation areas
▶ Outside heated pool
▶ Library with selection of books and games
▶ Two restaurants: Main and indoor/outdoor Grill
▶ Open bar with beer, wine, liquor, cocktails, soft drinks, coffee, tea and mineral water (excludes premium wines and spirits)
▶ Two lounges with bars: Main with live music and Panoramic with Terrace
▶ Complimentary 24-hour room service
▶ Complimentary in-cabin breakfast (on request)
▶ Three passenger elevators
▶ Panoramic Fitness Center with Kinesis® wall
▶ Full-service spa with spa, massage rooms, sauna and steam room
▶ Theater with comfortable seating for all guests
▶ Boutique
▶ 24-hour medical facilities with certified doctor and nurse
Luxury Suites
Private Balcony with Every Onboard Accommodation and Butler Service with Every Suite
New Day - New Adventure
- ALOR ISLAND
- SPARKLING WATERS OF THE SOUTH PACIFIC
- MALUKU ISLANDS | IDYLLIC SPICE ISLANDS
- WEST PAPUA | SPECTACULAR UNDERSEA ECOSYSTEM
- THE BEAUTY OF LUXURY EXPEDITION CRUISING
- PAPUA | LAND OF A THOUSAND CULTURES
- CRUISING TO AUSTRALIA
- LIZARD ISLAND | THE GREAT BARRIER REEF