Sight Sailing in Indonesia
7 Days/6 Nights cruise, Bali – Komodo - Bali
The Ombak Putih sails an adventurous seven day Bali-Komodo-Bali cruise from May to November. This is your chance to discover the unspoiled beauty of the chain of volcanic islands east of Bali.
On board you will find very comfortable accommodation and great food. Our experienced crew and cruise director will ensure that your vacation is an optimal mix of adventure and relaxation.

Price Includes:
·          Full board accommodation on join-in basis
·          AC cabin with private shower and toilet
·          Soft drinks, tea & coffee
·          Towels
·          Excursions
·          Use of snorkeling gear and sea canoes
·          European cruise director

Price Excludes:
·          Airfares
·          Alcoholic beverages
·          Komodo National Park entrance fee
·          Crew gratuities
·          Transfers to/from the ship in Bali

Itinerary

Day 1 – East Bali
Embarkation in Benoa, Bali around 09:00. Departure for Padangbai, East Bali. After lunch you can join an excursion to the traditional Bali Aga village of Tengganan. See beautiful rice terraces and panoramas. Of course you can also stay aboard and explore the fine reef near the boat. You will be served a special welcome dinner at sunset when the ship sets sail accross the Wallace Line for Lombok.

Day 2 – West Lombok
Arrival at Lombok island. A tour by bus through western Lombok to a traditional Sasak village, a traditional weaving village and a market to buy some local handicrafts. Lunch by the side of a natural pool where you can take a refreshing dive as well. During a special candle light dinner under stars the boat sails to Satonda island.

Day 3 – Satonda Island
Arrival at Satonda island. See the mysterious crater lake and relax on the white sandy beach. The coral garden here is teeming with colorful fish. In the early afternoon departure for Komodo National Park.

Day 4 – Komodo
The highlight of this trip to the Lesser Sunda Islands may well be our visit to Komodo National Park. Early morning hike to watch the infamous Komodo dragons in their natural habitat. Two rangers will guide us to see these feared predators that can reach a length of more than three meters and can weigh up to 150kg. Over lunch we will sail to one of the beautiful surrounding islands where you can explore the rich reef or bask in the sun. At night the crew will prepare a BBQ at the beach. Late night departure for Bima.

Day 5 – Bima
From the bustling capital of East Sumbawa, Bima, you can join a full day trip to the local colorful market, the old sultan palace (now a museum) and a traditional weaving village. Witness the daily activities of traditional Sumbawanese village life. At night sailing to west Sumbawa.

Day 6 – East Lombok
Arrival in Kayangan, East Lombok. Today you can join a full day tour to a traditional pottery village and a picturesque village uphill where the locals will perform some traditional dances. In the late afternoon the Ombak Putih heads for Soutwest Lombok.

Day 7 – Gili Nanggu & Bali
In the morning a last stop at a small island, off the south west coast of Lombok. A last morning in paradise… At noon the Ombak Putih will set sail to Bali. Arrival in Benoa at around 17.00. Disembarkation.

We reserve the right to change above itinerary at all times due to weather and sea conditions, availability of safe anchorage, government regulations and other factors.

Ombak Putih Boat
The Ombak Putih was constructed in 1996/7. She is built and rigged as a traditional Buginese schooner but with all modern conveniences to make sure you are safe and comfortable.
On deck, our spacious lounge overlooks the sea. You can relax it a large table outside or in teak deck chairs under the canopy of our sun deck.
Below deck you can find privacy in a spacious air-conditioned cabin with private bathroom. Our crew of 16 will take care of our luxurious onboard services.

Construction: Kalimantan, Indonesia, 1996/7
Registry: Indonesia
Length: 36 meters (118 feet)
Beam: 10 meters (33 feet)
Draft: 3.5 meters (11.5 feet)
Decks: 1 main deck, 1 sun deck, 1 cabin deck
Motor: Detroit Diesel, 8 cylinder
Sails: 2 masts, 7 sails, total 600 square meters
Max. speed: 10-12 knots under sail
Crew: 16 (Indonesians), 1 European cruise director
Capacity: 12 cabins for 24 passengers
Safety: inflatable life rafts, life buoys, life jackets
Navigation: radar, GPS, depth sounder
Voltage: 220 Volt
Speed boats: 1

Ombak Putih's main deck is dominated by the 25m tall mainmast and a large deck table where you can have dinner under the stars. On top of the deck house at the aft side of the boat, a spacious sun deck (with canopy for some shade) overlooks the sea. Here you can read in a comfortable deck chair or dream away on one of our matresses.
Your accommodation is below deck, where you will find twelve cabins, four with double beds and eight with bunk beds. Unlike typical ship accommodation, your cabin provides ample space to store your stuff and still move about with ease. All cabins are airconditioned and have private bathrooms. Obviously, we provide all hotel amenities you may require.