As a booking agent for Indonesia Cruises aboard the PT. Ombak Putih, Bali Barong Tours is pleased to be able to offer our clients a variety of cruise itineraries through the pristine waters of the Indonesia archipelago.

The PT. Ombak Putih is a sailing vessel with 12 private en suite staterooms and a casual lifestyle. The ship runs by engine when winds are light. But, it also has over six hundred square meters of sails, which are unfurled whenever possible.

The advantages to booking your cruise through Bali Barong Tours are:

• Toll free phone access to an agent in the U.S.
• Ability to make payments through a U.S. based agent.
• We can build a package that includes pre-cruise or post-cruise tours, activities and accommodations in Bali or elsewhere in Indonesia.

PT. Ombak Putih cruises include all meals; accommodations in private cabins with air-conditioning, shower and toilet; tea and coffee; towels; excursions per itineraries; use of snorkel gear and sea canoes; transfers (except in Bali). If you get the urge to sleep under the stars, blankets and mattresses will be provided for an on-deck overnight experience.

2010 ITINERARIES:

8 days / 7 nights
Flores - Alor Archipelago Cruise

Day 1 Embark at Maumere, Flores. Set sail this afternoon.

Day 2 Awaken in Kumba, a smoldering volcano in the Flores sea. There's time to go ashore for snorkeling before sailing to the island of Alor. Anchor at Kebola Bay for an overnight stay.

Day 3 Moor at Kalabahi, the capital of Alor, and cross to Takpala village to witness traditional dances.

Day 4 Explore the islands of Pura and Ternate in the Pantar Strait. There's a good chance of seeing dolphins in the waters of the strait.

Day 5 Sail around the south coast of Pantar to the Alor Strait. Go ashore for a trek on the island of Watubalu. Home to wild deer, this island is uninhabitated by people.

Day 6 Arrive on the south coast of Lembata to visit the whale hunting village of Lamalerap.

Day 7 Explore Waienga Bay on the northern side of the island. See the Ile Api volcano and perhaps purchase famous ikat weavings at a traditional village. This evening enjoy a beach barbeque.

Day 8 Time for a morning swim before transferring to the Maumere airport.

10 days / 9 nights
Ambon - Spice Islands - Flores Cruise

Day 1 Embark at Tulehu harbor on the island of Ambon. Set sail for the overnight crossing to Bandaneira.

Day 2 Begin your visit to the fabled Spice Islands. Stop at Ai Island to visit centuries-old spice plantations and fortifications. There will be time to swim and snorkel on a nearby islet. Then visit Bandaneira town, traveling past the Api volcano. This evening you'll dock in the lagoon.

Day 3 Optional early morning trek up the Gunung Api volcano. This afternoon set sail for Pisang Island with its exceptional snorkeling and spectacular views from the small hillside village. Overnight crossing to Manuk.

Day 4 Arrive at Manuk Island in the early morning. Though it's not allowed to land on the island, this is a bird and marine sanctuary. Continue to the volcanic island of Serua where you'll go ashore at the village of Jerili. Manuk and Serua are two of the most remote islands in the Indonesian archipelago.

Day 5 Wake up this morning in the small bay on the east coast of Damar Island. Go ashore at the village of Beber for a trek around the volcano to the north coast beach. In the afternoon the ship will anchor off the uninhabited island of Pulau Terbang Utara, where you'll tender into the lagoon.

Day 6 Snorkel off the beach at Moapora, a small island near Pulau Romang. In the afternoon, meet the inhabitants of the main island and trek from east to west through the orange and coconut groves.

Day 7 Stop on the west coast of Wetar Island. Anchor off the small islet of Reong and later go ashore on the main island for a walk to the hot springs and small island settlement.

Day 8 Go ashore on the island of Alor. Anchor at Kalabahi town and continue through the rugged landscape to the village of Takpala to see traditional dances.

Day 9 Stop on the south coast of Lembata to visit the traditional whaling village of Lamalerap.

Day 10 There will be time for a morning swim before arriving at Maumere on Flores Island.

5 days / 4 nights
Komodo National Park Cruise

Day 1 Embark in Labuhan Bajo in west Flores and cruise to the uninhabited island of Sabolon. Spend the afternoon beachcombing and snorkeling.

Day 2 Set sail for the island of Mesa to visit a Baju (sea gypsy) settlement. Continue to the deserted beach on Mauan Island in the heart of the Komodo National Park. Continue to Komodo Bay for the evening.

Day 3 From the ranger station in Loh Liang begin trekking, with park rangers, to watch Komodo dragons in their natural habitat. In the afternoon cross to Padar Island for exceptional snorkelng.

Day 4 Visit the ranger station at Loh Buaya on Rinca Island for another opportunity to see Komodo dragons and other wildlife. Sail to Rinca village and later to Kelor Island for a beach barbeque under the stars.

Day 5 Sail back to Flores to view an ancient whip fight dance, performed by the local Manggarai people, before transferring to the Labuhan Bajo airport.

9 days / 8 nights
Flores - Komodo - Sumba - Lembata Cruise

Day 1 Embark in Labuhan Bajo in west Flores. This afternoon attend a performance of the ancient whip fight dance, performed by local Manggarai people.

Day 2 Visit Komodo National Park for a trek to see the Komodo dragons. There will be time for swimming and snorkelng before setting sail again. You'll cross the Sumba Strait during the night.

Day 3 Arrive in Waingapu in the northeast of the tribal island of Sumba. Visit traditional villages where ancient culture still plays an important role in everyday life. Take this opportunity to purchase famous ikat weavings. Visit a local market and villages.

Day 4 Today you'll anchor at Seba, where Captain Cook landed in 1770. Savu island has a strong animistic culture. Explore the ruins of Bodo and drive by truck to Mesara to see Savu ikats. In the late afternoon head out in a northerly direction towards Flores.

Day 5 Arrive at Ende, the capital of Flores, and travel overland to the colored lakes of Kelimutu. Stop at several villages and visit a local school before returning to the ship. Sail eastward.

Day 6 Upon arrival on the south shore of Lembata, you'll visit the traditional whale hunting village of Lamalera.

Day 7 Arrive at the town of Lewoleba, on Lembata Island. This area is known for Ile Api volcano, ikat weaving and traditional cultures. In the afternoon you'll head out to the northeast coast of Adonara for a snorkel excursion.

Day 8 Arrive at Maumere, Flores and visit the village of Watublapi. This evening you'll enjoy a farewell dinner on board.

Day 9 Transfer to the Maumere airport.

5 days / 4 nights
Flores - Lembata Cruise

Day 1 Embark in Maumere, Flores for an afternoon departure and overnight crossing to Kumba.

Day 2 Anchor off Kumba Island, a smoldering volcano in the Flores sea. There's time to go ashore for snorkeling before setting sail for Lembata Island.

Day 3 Arrive on the south coast of Lembata for a visit to the whaling village of Lamalerap.

Day 4 Explore Waienga Bay at the foot of Ile Api volcano. This area is considered to have the best ikats in Lembata. Visit a traditional village before enjoying an evening beach barbeque.

Day 5 Visit Watublapi village near Maumere for a cultural performance and to observe traditional hand-weaving, before transferring to the Maumere airport.

7 days / 6 nights
Maumere to Labuan Bajo Cruise

Day 1 Transfer from Maumere airport to your ship. Overnight sailing.

Day 2 Awaken at Ropa village and travel overland to the colored lakes of Kelimutu. Stops will be made at villages, including ikat-weaving villages. Continue to a nearby beach for an afternoon of beachcombing.

Day 3 Anchor at Punga Beach on the island of Palu'e. Trek up the hill to Ko'a where the local heritage includes ancestor worship. Observe traditional village life.

Day 4 Stop at the Riung Islands. These uninhabited islands boast white sand beaches and coral gardens. Spend the day snorkeling and relaxing on the beach. Or, climb the hill for a wonderful view overlooking the main island. Set sail for Komodo National Park.

Day 5 Disembark at the Loh Liang ranger station on Komodo Island. Accompany park rangers to view Komodo dragons in their natural habitat. Later visit small islands in the National Park, for beachcombing and snorkeling. Continue to Rinca.

Day 6 On Rinca Island again head out on a trek to find Komodo dragons and other wildlife. Continue to Padar Island for exceptional snorkeling and beach time. In the evening enjoy a beach barbeque.

Day 7 After arriving at Labuan Bajo, witness the ancient whip fight dance, performed by local Manggarai people, before transferring to the airport.

7 days / 6 nights
Komodo - Flores - Bali Cruise

Day 1 Embark in Labuhan Bajo in western Flores and sail to the island of Mesa to visit a Baju (sea gypsy) settlement. Continue overnight to Rinca.

Day 2 On shore at Loh Buaya, on Rinca Island, venture out with park rangers to look for Komodo dragons and other wildlife. Continue to a nearby beach for fantastic snorkeling and a beach barbeque.

Day 3 From Loh Liang ranger station on Komodo Island, again set out to search for Komodo dragons. Set sail, overnight, to Sumbawa.

Day 4 At Bima, on Sumbawa Island, visit the local market and view a traditional dance performance at a village in the nearby highlands.

Day 5 Arrive at the uninhabited Satonda Island to visit the scenic crater lake and fabulous coral gardens.

Day 6 Anchor off eastern Lombok to visit a traditional pottery village. Following a lunch of Sasak specialties, visit another small village for a traditional dance performance.

Day 7 Spend the morning on a deserted beach at Gili Nanggu off the south coast of Lombok. Later, set sail for Bali, arriving in the late afternoon.

7 days / 6 nights
Bali - Komodo - Flores Cruise

Day 1 Embark at Benoa Harbor in Bali and sail to Tenganan traditional village in eastern Bali. Continue overnight to Lombok.

Day 2 Anchor off eastern Lombok to visit a traditional pottery village. After a lunch of Sasak specialties, continue to another small village for a performance of traditional dances.

Day 3 At the uninhabited Satonda Island visit the scenic crater lake and fabulous coral gardens.

Day 4 Arrive at Bima on Sumbawa Island to visit the local market and view a traditional dance performance in the nearby highlands.

Day 5 From Loh Liang ranger station on Komodo Island, set out to search for Komodo dragons. Later, visit a nearby beach for snorkeling and relaxing.

Day 6 On Rinca Island, again head out on a trek to find Komodo dragons and other wildlife. In the evening enjoy a beach barbeque.

Day 7 Time for a morning swim before sailing to Labuhan Bajo. Transfer to the airport.

Explore the PT. Ombak Putih website, but be sure to Contact Bali Barong Tours to book your cruise!

Cruise itineraries are subject to change at any time. Itineraries may be altered due to poor weather and/or sea conditions, availability of safe locations for anchoring, government regulations and other factors. No refunds or reductions in cruise fare will be made for schedule changes beyond the control of the cruise company. Cruises may be cancelled due to an insufficient number of passengers. Prices do not include Komodo Park entrance fees, crew gratuities, laundry, beverages or transfers in Bali. Bali Barong Tours shall not be liable for changes made by the cruise company. The cruise company's liability is limited to a refund of the amount of money received as payment for the cruise.

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