Nine Days in Indonesia With Whale Sharks, Dragons and a Traditional Sailing Ship

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Indonesia has more than 17,000 islands, and some of its most remarkable places are nowhere near a conventional resort. SeaTrek's nine-day Whale Sharks, Corals & Dragons expedition explores the waters around Komodo aboard a traditional Indonesian sailing vessel, trading crowded tourist itineraries for remote anchorages, marine wildlife and days spent almost entirely outdoors.

The journey combines snorkeling over tropical reefs with opportunities to encounter whale sharks and explore the islands of Komodo National Park. On land, the main attraction is the Komodo dragon, the enormous monitor lizard found only in this part of Indonesia. Between excursions, the surrounding landscape is just as compelling: volcanic hills, empty beaches and sheltered bays scattered across the Flores Sea.

SeaTrek operates the expedition aboard vessels including Katharina and Ombak Putih, traditional Indonesian sailing ships adapted for small-group adventure travel. The experience is built around getting off the boat, with guided excursions, time in the water and opportunities to experience places that larger cruise ships cannot easily reach.

The 2027 schedule includes nine-day departures from April 17–25 and April 28–May 6, with published fares starting at $6,320 per person. For travelers who would rather spend their vacation exploring the water than looking at it from a hotel balcony, this is a compelling way to see Indonesia.

Check out the full details at SeaTrek.