Seven days. Two oceans. Sixty descents on one breath.
A private Phinisi liveaboard from Sorong threading Dampier Strait north + Misool karst south. AIDA-certified safety, six apneists maximum, deep-line coaching every day, manta cleaning stations and Coral Triangle apex biodiversity.
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What this voyage is
A 7-day, 6-night private freediving liveaboard expedition aboard a wooden-hulled Indonesian Phinisi schooner. Six guest cabins, six freedivers maximum, two AIDA-certified instructor-guides, a captain, four crew, a chef, and one safety freediver on every in-water session. Departure Sorong Saturday afternoon, return Sorong Friday morning. Two coached freediving sessions per day, one deep-line training session, optional sunrise apnea yoga, and the entire ocean at your disposal between sites.
Who it suits
This voyage targets serious freedivers — typically AIDA-2 certified or equivalent (PADI Freediver, Molchanovs Wave 2, SSI Level 2). Comfortable holding breath 60-90 seconds at rest. Comfortable equalising to at least 8m static. Comfortable in open ocean. We do not run this trip for first-time apneists; if you are at that stage, see our 3-day Sorong Foundation Course (separate, smaller boat, shore-based). For more on the certification pathway, read our instructor and certification briefing.
Why a private voyage, not a shared cabin
We sell the boat as a unit, not by the cabin. Six freedivers, ideally one closed group of friends or a serious dive club. The reason is simple: a freedive boat with seven strangers each on different breath-hold goals fragments coaching attention and creates safety drag. Six apneists working as a single unit synchronise dive plans, share safety duty, and progress further in seven days than fourteen days on a fragmented charter.
Day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1 | Sorong embark · Dampier transit Sorong airport pickup. Boat boarding 14:00. Welcome briefing, safety drill, gear fitting. Departure 16:00. Overnight transit to Dampier Strait. Sunset apnea yoga session on deck. |
| Day 2 | Cape Kri · Sardine Reef Morning Cape Kri descent (Conservation International recorded 374 species here on a single dive — world record). Surface intervals, lunch on deck. Afternoon Sardine Reef — schooling fusilier walls, jacks, barracuda. Evening deep-line training, target 12m for AIDA-2 guests. |
| Day 3 | Manta Sandy · Manta Ridge Morning Manta Sandy cleaning station — reef mantas (Mobula alfredi) queue at 8m sand bottom. Negative entry, hold neutral, mantas pass within arm’s length. Afternoon Manta Ridge if weather permits. Sunset Blue Magic descent (eagle rays, jacks). |
| Day 4 | Misool transit + first arrival Pre-dawn departure Dampier south. 10-12 hour transit. Arrival Misool karst zone afternoon. First Boo Rocks descent — soft coral garden 6-15m. Evening anchor in protected lagoon, deep-line training to 18m for advanced guests. |
| Day 5 | Magic Mountain · Wedding Cake Morning Magic Mountain — pelagic seamount, schooling barracuda, reef sharks. Afternoon Wedding Cake — soft coral pillar rising from sand bottom. Evening cave snorkel at Wayilbatan (sleeping wobbegong sharks). |
| Day 6 | Wayag karst arch Pre-dawn transit Wayag. Karst arch lagoon descent. Hidden lagoon swim through submerged passage. Afternoon photo session on the iconic karst panorama. Evening farewell dinner on deck under Wayag pinnacles. |
| Day 7 | Sorong return + departure Morning transit Sorong. Final ocean breakfast. Boat docked 09:30. Airport transfer 11:00 onwards. Sorong-Jakarta or Sorong-Bali flights afternoon. Voyage debrief and certification update. |
Pricing tiers — 2026 (per person, 7 days, all-inclusive)
| Tier | Phinisi class · cabin · coach | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| Charter — premium Phinisi | Pindito-class 30m schooner, ensuite cabin, AC, two AIDA instructors, chef + sommelier menu, deep-line + safety equipment full | $5,950 |
| Charter — mid-tier Phinisi | 25m schooner, ensuite cabin, AC, one AIDA instructor + safety freediver, full meal plan, deep-line equipment | $4,150 |
| Group join — shared Phinisi | Twin-share cabin on scheduled mid-tier voyage, single AIDA instructor, full meal plan, deep-line shared | $2,950 |
All tiers include: Sorong airport transfers, Marine Park entry fee (1.05M IDR per person), all on-board meals, all freediving sessions, AIDA safety equipment, oxygen on deck, evacuation insurance basic. Excluded: international flight, alcohol, AIDA certification fees if upgrading mid-trip, gratuities.
Safety briefing — what we promise
Every freediving session aboard our voyages follows AIDA International safety protocol. There is one trained safety freediver on every descent who does not dive simultaneously — they observe and recover. Surface-marker buoy with line on every depth session. Oxygen kit on deck, fully stocked, instructor trained in surface BLS and oxygen administration. We do not run untrained samba/loss-of-motor-control recovery — every guest signs an AIDA standard liability and informed consent. We carry an evacuation plan to Sorong hospital (helicopter or fast tender, distance-dependent). For Misool we maintain satellite communication with our Sorong base. We do not run unsupervised solo descents. Period. Read our freediving vs SCUBA briefing for context on apnea-specific risks.
What’s included, in detail
All meals: chef-prepared Indonesian + international, fresh seafood, vegetarian on request, dietary restrictions accommodated with two-week notice. All freediving sessions: two daily coached sessions plus one deep-line training, weights, lanyards, surface buoys provided. Marine Park entry fee paid by us. Sorong airport pickup and drop-off. Drinking water, coffee, tea, soft drinks unlimited. Wi-fi where coverage allows (limited Misool, decent Dampier). Onboard photography by safety freediver during sessions, free download. Full safety equipment: oxygen, first aid, evacuation plan, AIDA-certified instructors. Read more about which sites suit which level in our Misool spot briefing.
When to book — 2026 windows
We run three confirmed departures October 2026 – March 2027. October 18-25 (early dry season, Dampier-Misool full route), January 17-24 (peak manta season at Manta Sandy), March 14-21 (transitional, Misool-heavy itinerary). We open one or two additional charter dates by request — typically requires 6-month lead time and confirmed full charter (6 guests). The shoulder seasons of April-June and September are technically possible but currents tend to be stronger and water clarity reduced. Detailed seasonal analysis: when to come — month-by-month water and weather guide.
How booking works
Step 1 — initial inquiry via WhatsApp or email. We reply within 12 hours. Step 2 — fitness and certification questionnaire (5 minutes). Step 3 — confirm dates and tier. 30% non-refundable deposit secures your spot. Step 4 — final payment 60 days before departure. Step 5 — pre-trip Zoom briefing 2 weeks out: gear, packing list, fitness preparation, equalisation drills. Step 6 — arrive Sorong. Step 7 — voyage. We are flexible on payment method (international wire, Wise, crypto for advanced guests).
Inquire about a 2026 voyage
Tell us your AIDA level (or equivalent), preferred month window, and group size. We respond within 12 hours during Jakarta business hours.