Diving activities in the east of Flores, particularly when departing from Alor and returning to Maumere, offer a diverse range of underwater experiences, encountering a wide array of marine life and underwater landscapes along the way.

Alor:

Alor Island is part of the Lesser Sunda Islands chain.

Diving Highlights:

• Alor's underwater landscapes feature vibrant coral reefs, steep walls, and prolific marine life.
• Dive sites like Pura Island, Kal's Dream, and Tanjung Ela provide opportunities to encounter colorful reef fish, schooling barracudas, and occasional sightings of larger pelagic species including mola molas and hammerhead sharks.

Marine Biodiversity:

• Alor is known for its unique marine biodiversity, including rare critters like frogfish, rhinopias, ghost pipefish, and numerous nudibranch species.

Maumere Bay

Located in the eastern part of Flores, Indonesia, Maumere Bay offers divers a diverse and vibrant underwater ecosystem to explore. The bay is known for its crystal-clear waters, colorful coral reefs, and abundant marine life, making it a must-visit destination for diving enthusiasts.

Marine Biodiversity:

• Maumere Bay is home to a rich variety of marine species, including vibrant corals, schools of colorful tropical fish, reef sharks, turtles, and even occasional sightings of majestic manta rays. Divers can expect to encounter reef inhabitants such as clownfish, angelfish, parrotfish, and numerous species of colorful reef dwellers.

Dive Sites:

• The bay boasts several exciting diving sites suitable for divers of all levels. From shallow coral gardens teeming with marine life to dramatic drop-offs and walls adorned with soft corals, there's something for everyone. Popular dive sites include Maumere Pier, Lambata Island, and Adonara Island, each offering unique underwater landscapes and encounters.

Itinerary Sample

Day 1: Embarkation at 13:00

Days 2-9: Up to 4 dives a day, scheduled as follows

• Light Breakfast followed by a briefing & dive 1
• Full Breakfast, relaxation followed by briefing & dive 2
• Lunch, relaxation followed by briefing & dive 3
• Snacks and relaxation
• Briefing for Sunset or Night dive
• Dinner

Day 10: Up to 2 dives

Day 11: Disembarkation no later than 10:00

(*) the itinerary description provided by the boat operator.

The last dive will be on the penultimate day of the trip. Divers are recommended to wait for 24 hours before flying after the last dive.

Sample itineraries and maps are for illustrative purposes only. The exact route and sites visited are subject to change based on local regulations, guest experience, weather, and logistics and are at the Captain's discretion.