Reiseverlauf

Reiseverlauf abhängig von Wetterkonditionen. Beschriebene Naturerlebnisse / Tiersichtungen sind mögliche Ereignisse auf den Expeditionen und nicht garantiert.

• Tag 1 – Sorong

  Sorong, located in West Papua, serves as a key transportation and logistical hub in eastern Indonesia. Set along the coast and surrounded by tropical landscapes, the city reflects the dynamic character of this remote region, shaped by maritime activity and regional connections. As the final point of the voyage, Sorong provides a practical gateway for onward travel, marking the conclusion of the expedition and guests’ return journey home.

• Tag 2 – Pulau Mansinam, Papua

  Pulau Mansinam is a small island of great historical and spiritual importance, where Christianity and modern education were first introduced to Papua in 1855. Today, the island combines the quiet rhythm of village life with meaningful cultural landmarks, including historic churches and monuments. Overlooking Manokwari Bay with views toward the Arfak Mountains, Mansinam also offers insight into the strong sense of community and living traditions that continue to shape local life.

• Tag 3 – Day at sea

• Tag 4 – Jayapura, Papua

  Jayapura, Papua's provincial capital, serves as a base to explore the rugged Baliem Valley. Winding trails lead through verdant highlands to secluded waterfalls and saltwater springs. Traditional life endures in tribal villages hidden in the rainforest, featuring religious ceremonies or mock tribal wars. In Jayapura, museums recount the intense WWII battles, where Allied and Japanese forces clashed for control of the Pacific theatre.

• Tag 5 – Wewak

• Tag 6 – Kopar Village, Sepik River

• Tag 7 – Day at sea

• Tag 8 – Rabaul

  Rabaul, the former capital of New Britain in Papua New Guinea's northeastern tip, is a town with a remarkable volcanic history. Situated inside a flooded caldera and near the active Tavurvur volcano, Rabaul has been rebuilt multiple times, including after the 1994 eruption. Its bustling markets, rich wartime heritage and a strategic harbour make Rabaul an intriguing destination. An observatory oversees the country's volcanic activity.

• Tag 9 – Buka Village, Buka Island

  Buka, the capital of the Autonomous Region of Bougainville, offers an authentic introduction to one of the South Pacific’s most culturally distinctive regions. Local Melanesian communities maintain strong clan ties and a deep connection to land and sea, expressed through music, dance, oral traditions, and craftsmanship. The town also reflects a story of resilience and renewal, shaped by Bougainville’s ongoing journey toward greater self-determination.

• Tag 10 – Njari Island

  They say good things come in small packages. Njari is a tiny island located between the Wilson Strait and Vella Gulf in the Solomon Islands’ north region. An idyllic speck in the ocean, it’s almost entirely covered in trees. With hardly any infrastructure to speak of, the coves and bays remain unspoilt. Thousands of species of fish, rays, turtles, dolphins and sharks swim around the colourful coral.

• Tag 10 – Cruising Kasolo Island (Kennedy Island)

• Tag 11 – Honiara

• Tag 12 – Day at sea

• Tag 13 – Champagne Bay (Champagne Beach)

• Tag 14 – Ambrym Island

  Ambrym Island is part of Vanuatu's Y-shaped, volcanic archipelago, spanning 1,300 km in the South Pacific. The fifth largest of Vanuatu's 80 islands, Ambrym features black-sand beaches and the awe-inspiring twin volcanoes of Mount Marum and Mount Benbow. Lush rainforest covers Ambrym, where villagers practise traditional magic and create renowned sand drawings. Kava, made from the root of the local plant, is the ceremonial drink.

• Tag 15 – Day at sea

• Tag 16 – Lautoka