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		<title>Komodo National Park</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Mar 2010 03:38:17 +0000</pubDate>
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1 Day Trip ( USD 95.00 per person )
1 day Komodo National Park
Departure: every Monday 
Day 1: Labuan Bajo – Rinca Island – Labuan Bajo (lunch)
2 Days Trip ( USD 135.00 per person )
2 days – 1 night Komodo National Park
Departure: every Tuesday
Day 1: Labuan Bajo – Rinca (lunch, dinner)
Day 2: Rinca – Labuan Bajo [...]]]></description>
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<li><strong><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-1301" title="Komodo National Park" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/komodo-park01.jpg" alt="Komodo National Park" width="269" height="180" />1 Day Trip ( USD 95.00 per person )</strong><br />
<strong>1 day Komodo National Park<br />
Departure: every Monday </strong><br />
Day 1: Labuan Bajo – Rinca Island – Labuan Bajo (lunch)</li>
<li><strong>2 Days Trip ( USD 135.00 per person )<br />
2 days – 1 night Komodo National Park<br />
Departure: every Tuesday<br />
</strong>Day 1: Labuan Bajo – Rinca (lunch, dinner)<br />
Day 2: Rinca – Labuan Bajo (breakfast)</li>
<li><strong>3 Days Trip ( USD 195.00 per person )<br />
3 days – 2 night Komodo  National Park<br />
Departure: every Thursday<br />
</strong>Day 1: Labuan Bajo – Komodo (lunch, dinner)<br />
Day 2: Komodo – Rinca (breakfast, lunch, dinner)<br />
Day 3: Rinca - Labuan Bajo (breakfast)</li>
<li><strong><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-1302" style="margin-left: 10px;" title="Komodo National Park" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/komodo-park02.jpg" alt="Komodo National Park" width="269" height="180" />Packages include</strong>: airport -  harbour – airport transfers; accommodation on board local boat (except one day trip); meals as stated in the program; tea/coffee during cruise;  mineral water during cruise and trekking, entrance fees, ranger’s assistance during trekking; tours and transfers escorted by English speaking guide, government tax and service charge</li>
<li><strong>Packages exclude</strong>: Komodo National Park tourism fee for conservation (USD 15.00 per person), flight tickets (flight DPS-LBJ-DPS approx. USD 210.00 per person), passenger service charges (approx USD 5.00 per person), personal insurance, tipping for local guides, rangers and drivers, personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc., all expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
<li><strong>General conditions</strong>: Prices are valid until 30 June 2010. Program is based on sharing with other guests. Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists. Itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage and other factors</li>
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		<title>Maya Ubud Resort &#038; Spa</title>
		<link>http://www.polowindonesia.com/?p=814</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 08:25:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Maya Ubud]]></category>

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		<category><![CDATA[Ubud]]></category>

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Overview
Luxury resort located in the central of Bali, between the river valley and rice terraces of Ubud. Rooms and villas with all the comfort and conveniences you would expect. An ideal choice for those looking for luxurious facilities, peace and tranquillity in beautiful surroundings with personalized service and excellent food.
Below the luxurious Maya Ubud Resort [...]]]></description>
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<p>Luxury resort located in the central of Bali, between the river valley and rice terraces of Ubud. Rooms and villas with all the comfort and conveniences you would expect. An ideal choice for those looking for luxurious facilities, peace and tranquillity in beautiful surroundings with personalized service and excellent food.</p>
<p>Below the luxurious Maya Ubud Resort &amp; Spa, nestles the riverside Spa at Maya&#8230; a heaven of sensual bliss. Soothing hands&#8230; aromatic herbs, oils and lotions&#8230; flower filled baths&#8230; treatments that smooth, stimulate, and pamper&#8230; private treatment pavilions provide individual oasis in which refreshing and aromatic oils sooth and relax.</p>
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<p><strong>3 days - 2 nights packages</strong></p>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;"><span style="color: #ffff00;"><strong>Room category</strong></span></td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" colspan="2"><span style="color: #ffff00;"><strong>Price per person</strong></span></td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;"><span style="color: #ffff00;"><strong>Extra night</strong></span></td>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">Superior Room</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Twin share</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD   666.00</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">USD 225.00</td>
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<tr>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Single</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD   891.00</td>
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<tr>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">Superior Garden Villa</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Twin share</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD   729.00</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">USD 288.00</td>
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<tr>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Single</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD 1,017.00</td>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">Deluxe Pool Villa</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Twin share</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD   791.00</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">USD 350.00</td>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Single</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD 1,141.00</td>
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<p><strong>Package includes:<strong><br />
Daily breakfasts, lunch and dinner<br />
Joining activities (yoga, pilates, nature walk or meditation)<br />
1 spa treatment (180 min River side special or Petanu interlude)<br />
Transfer airport/southern Bali – hotel – airport/southern Bali</strong></strong></p>
<p><strong><strong><strong>4 days - 3 nights packages</strong></strong></strong></p>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;"><span style="color: #ffff00;"><strong>Room category</strong></span></td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" colspan="2"><span style="color: #ffff00;"><strong>Price per person</strong></span></td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;"><span style="color: #ffff00;"><strong>Extra night</strong></span></td>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">Superior Room</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Twin share</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD 1,013.00</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">USD 225.00</td>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Single</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD 1,351.00</td>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">Superior Garden Villa</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Twin share</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD 1,106.00</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">USD 288.00</td>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Single</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD 1,357.00</td>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">Deluxe Pool Villa</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Twin share</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD 1,200.00</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">USD 350.00</td>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Single</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD 1,725.00</td>
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<p><strong><strong>Package includes:</strong></p>
<p>Daily breakfasts, lunch and dinner<br />
Joining activities (yoga, pilates, nature walk or meditation)<br />
1 spa treatment (180 min River side special or Petanu interlude)<br />
1 spa treatment (120 min Maya escape or Maya delights or Masculine express or The refined man)<br />
Transfer airport/southern Bali – hotel – airport/southern Bali<br />
5 days - 4 nights packages</p>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;"><span style="color: #ffff00;"><strong>Room category</strong></span></td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" colspan="2"><span style="color: #ffff00;"><strong>Price per person</strong></span></td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;"><span style="color: #ffff00;"><strong>Extra night</strong></span></td>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">Superior Room</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Twin share</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD 1,359.00</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">USD 225.00</td>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Single</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD 1,809.00</td>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">Superior Garden Villa</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Twin share</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD 1,484.00</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">USD 288.00</td>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Single</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD 2,059.00</td>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">Deluxe Pool Villa</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Twin share</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD 1,609.00</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;" rowspan="2">USD 350.00</td>
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<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">Single</td>
<td style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">USD 2,309.00</td>
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<p><strong>Package includes:</strong></p>
<p>Daily breakfasts, lunch and dinner<br />
Joining activities (yoga, pilates, nature walk or meditation)<br />
1 spa treatment (180 min River side special or Petanu interlude)<br />
1 spa treatment (120 min Maya escape or Maya delights or Masculine express or The refined man)<br />
1 spa treatment (120 min Maya escape or Maya delights or Masculine express or The refined man)<br />
Transfer airport/southern Bali – hotel – airport/southern</p>
<p><strong>* Spa treatments description</strong></p>
<p><strong>River side special (180 minutes)</strong><br />
An exotic traditional package with maya massage followed by your choice of body scrub and flower bath, this pampering package will finish with a rejuvenating facial leaving you with a feeling of total renewal.<br />
Petanu interlude (180 minutes)<br />
Enjoyed a special formulated Balinese massage, followed by traditional herbal treatment and a herbal bath that will help you to relax, and release the stress. A choice of treat the feel the therapy or reflexology will continue this refreshing treatment.<br />
Maya escape (120 minutes)<br />
Revive your self with a soothing maya massage and choice of body scrab, followed by a pampering fragranf flower bath, to leave you with a feeling of increased inner strength and emotional balance.<br />
Maya delights (120 minutes)<br />
This rejuvenation package will began from soothing maya massage followed by a choice of body mask. After showering a refreshing earl grey body lotion will be applied to the entire body.<br />
Masculine express (120 minutes)<br />
A choice of treat the feet of reflexology, followed by a traditional herbal pound massage to promote your feeling of integrity and clarity of mind, finalizing with an all empowering herbal bath.<br />
The refined man (120 minutes)<br />
An excellent package recommended after a day of intense physical activity that starts with treat the feet therapy followed by a full body massage and invigorating herbal bath.</p>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>High season surcharge 15 July – 30      September at USD 25.00 per room per night</li>
<li>International and domestic flight      tickets</li>
<li>Domestic and international passenger      service charges</li>
<li>Extra baggage charges at domestic      and international airports</li>
<li>Airports and hotels porters</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone      calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides, rangers      and drivers</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the      flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and      service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American      Dollar (USD) </li>
<li><span lang="EN-GB"><strong><strong>Extra night rates are per room per night include breakfast for 2 persons</li>
<li>Rates are valid for minimum 2      persons travelling together</li>
<li>Rates are valid for new bookings      only, last check-out on 31 October 2009</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right      to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of      currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
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		<title>The Royal Pita Maha</title>
		<link>http://www.polowindonesia.com/?p=788</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 06:52:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[The Royal Pita Maha]]></category>

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Overview
The Royal Pita Maha is a captivating resort of refined Balinese villas embracing a precious parcel of valley landscape that descends down to the Ayung River. Located on the outer boundary of the spiritually charged village of Ubud, this private retreat ensures that every stay is an enriching experience.
Royal Wellness &#38; Healing is an exclusive [...]]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span></p>
<p>The Royal Pita Maha is a captivating resort of refined Balinese villas embracing a precious parcel of valley landscape that descends down to the Ayung River. Located on the outer boundary of the spiritually charged village of Ubud, this private retreat ensures that every stay is an enriching experience.</p>
<p>Royal Wellness &amp; Healing is an exclusive concept at The Royal Pita Maha that is based on a lifestyle of health and sustainability. It extends to yoga programs and other nurturing practices that are unlike any others available in Bali. A full-time team of certified instructors are on hand with a range of daily classes to meet all of your wellness needs.</p>
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<td><img class="size-full wp-image-801 aligncenter" title="the-royal-pita-maha-healing-villa2" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/the-royal-pita-maha-healing-villa2.jpg" alt="the-royal-pita-maha-healing-villa2" width="202" height="130" /></td>
<td><img class="size-full wp-image-803 aligncenter" title="the-royal-pita-maha-outdoor-yoga1" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/the-royal-pita-maha-outdoor-yoga1.jpg" alt="the-royal-pita-maha-outdoor-yoga1" width="144" height="215" /></td>
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<p><strong>3 days - 2 nights packages</strong></p>
<table style="text-align: center; width: 586px; height: 130px;" border="1">
<tbody>
<tr style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">
<td><strong><span style="color: #ffff00;">Room category</span></strong></td>
<td colspan="2"><strong><span style="color: #ffff00;">Price</span></strong></td>
<td><strong><span style="color: #ffff00;">Extra night</span></strong></td>
</tr>
<tr style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">
<td rowspan="2">Pool Villa</td>
<td>Twin share</td>
<td>USD    641.00</td>
<td rowspan="2">USD 375.00</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">
<td>Single</td>
<td>USD 1,016.00</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">
<td rowspan="2">Healing Villa</td>
<td>Twin share</td>
<td>USD    716.00</td>
<td rowspan="2">USD 450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">
<td>Single</td>
<td>USD 1,166.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong></strong></p>
<p>Package includes:</p>
<p>Daily breakfasts, lunch and dinner<br />
Joining daily activities (yoga and meditation)<br />
1 spa treatment ( 90 min Balinese Deep Tissue Therapy or Royal Healing Therapy)<br />
Transfer airport/southern Bali – hotel – airport/southern Bali</p>
<p><strong>4 days - 3 nights packages</strong></p>
<table style="text-align: center; width: 586px; height: 130px;" border="1">
<tbody>
<tr style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">
<td><strong><span style="color: #ffff00;">Room category</span></strong></td>
<td colspan="2"><strong><span style="color: #ffff00;">Price</span></strong></td>
<td><strong><span style="color: #ffff00;">Extra night</span></strong></td>
</tr>
<tr style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">
<td rowspan="2">Pool Villa</td>
<td>Twin share</td>
<td>USD    954.00</td>
<td rowspan="2">USD 375.00</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">
<td>Single</td>
<td>USD 1,517.00</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">
<td rowspan="2">Healing Villa</td>
<td>Twin share</td>
<td>USD  1,066.00</td>
<td rowspan="2">USD 450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">
<td>Single</td>
<td>USD 1,741.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Package includes:</p>
<p>Daily breakfasts, lunch and dinner<br />
Joining daily activities (yoga and meditation)<br />
1 spa treatment (90 min Balinese Deep Tissue Therapy or Royal Healing Therapy)<br />
1 spa treatment ( 60 min Neck and Shoulder or Intensive Back or Foot and Leg or Foot or Face and Head Therapy)<br />
Transfer airport/southern Bali – hotel – airport/southern Bali</p>
<p><strong>5 days - 4 nights packages</strong></p>
<table style="text-align: center; width: 586px; height: 130px;" border="1">
<tbody>
<tr style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">
<td><strong><span style="color: #ffff00;">Room category</span></strong></td>
<td colspan="2"><strong><span style="color: #ffff00;">Price</span></strong></td>
<td><strong><span style="color: #ffff00;">Extra night</span></strong></td>
</tr>
<tr style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">
<td rowspan="2">Pool Villa</td>
<td>Twin share</td>
<td>USD  1,311.00</td>
<td rowspan="2">USD 375.00</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">
<td>Single</td>
<td>USD 2,061.00</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">
<td rowspan="2">Healing Villa</td>
<td>Twin share</td>
<td>USD  1,461.00</td>
<td rowspan="2">USD 450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background-color: #c0c0c0;">
<td>Single</td>
<td>USD 2,631.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<p>Package includes:</p>
<p>Daily breakfasts, lunch and dinner<br />
Joining daily activities (yoga and meditation)<br />
1 spa treatment (90 min Balinese Deep Tissue Therapy or Royal Healing Therapy)<br />
1 spa treatment ( 90 min Traditional Yoga Therapy)<br />
1 spa treatment ( 60 min Neck and Shoulder or Intensive Back or Foot and Leg or Foot or Face and Head Therapy)<br />
Transfer airport/southern Bali – hotel – airport/southern Bali</p>
<p><strong>* Spa treatments description</strong></p>
<p>Balinese Deep Tissue Therapy<br />
This therapeutic treatment offers deep muscle therapy with the use of locally made, natural organic oils through long strokes, kneading strokes, assisted stretching and acupressure therapy. This will not only rejuvenate the body ~ mind but also re-program the muscle patterns of tension and holding to create a balanced state of health and well-being.<br />
Healing Detoxification Therapy<br />
This treatment works directly with the lymphatic system, which is responsible for clearing toxins between the cells of the body. This full body treatment improves the immune system and relaxes the nervous system. You will experience progressive movement through the entire body by rhythmic pressure, lymphatic massage, assisted stretching and movement, as well as an invigorating foot treatment, completing with energy balancing to clear the auric field. This therapy is practiced with the client fully clothed ~ natural organic oil is used only on the feet. This therapy is particularly good for jet-lag and fatigue. Please wear comfortable clothing for this therapy.<br />
Royal Healing Therapy<br />
This is the ultimate healing therapy.<span> </span>You will receive a balanced treatment to reduce muscle stress and tension patterns as well as clear away toxins and impurities by integrating specific techniques from both the Balinese deep tissue and detoxification therapies. Locally made, natural organic oils are used for this full body healing therapy.<br />
Traditional Yoga Therapy<br />
You will be moved in and out of yoga postures while the yoga therapist uses hand compression, acupressure, energy balancing and assisted stretching to get the maximum benefit of each movement. You will feel relaxed yet energized, receiving the complete healing benefits of Yoga. This therapy is a full body treatment with the client fully dressed in yoga clothes and is practiced on a mat on the ground. This is an excellent therapy to enjoy, especially good for recovering from jet lag or muscle soreness that arises from physically challenging activities like walking, biking, hiking, or rafting, Let highly trained staff help unwind any sore or tired muscles to help you feel refreshed and energized. No oils are used. Please wear comfortable clothing for this therapy.<br />
Signature Therapy by Request<br />
Due to the demand of guests for shorter therapies on specific areas of the body, Royal Wellness and Healing has created five therapeutic sequences to alleviate specific areas of stress and tension. The techniques used are drawn from a wide spectrum of Balinese Deep Tissue modalities, including long strokes, kneading strokes, acupressure, and assisted stretching. Let the staff help you to let go of tension patterns and undue stress to ease your way into a rest and relaxation.<br />
Neck and Shoulder Therapy<br />
Let the stress of travel be released from this thirty or sixty minute focused therapy on the head, neck and shoulders.<span> </span>You will benefit with greater range of motion, and more ease and relaxation from the high stress holding patterns of neck and shoulder tension.<br />
Intensive Back Therapy<br />
This is for anyone who suffers from back pain or stiffness, either chronic or aggravated by the stress of travel. The therapist will spend the entire session on your back to sooth tired muscles and free your spine of stress patterns.<br />
Foot and Leg Therapy<br />
This therapy will re-energize your legs and feet, as well as leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. This therapy will improve circulation, calm the nerves, and remove muscle stiffness in the hips, legs, knees, ankles and feet.<br />
Foot Therapy<br />
Let the therapists send you into a place of deep relaxation with this luxurious thirty minute foot therapy.<br />
Face and Head Therapy<br />
This is a very calming and uplifting therapy to help ease away stress lines and tension held in the head and face. The therapists use acupressure, energy balancing and light massage. No oils or lotions are used.</p>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange      the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>International and domestic flight      tickets</li>
<li>Domestic and international passenger      service charges</li>
<li>Extra baggage charges at domestic      and international airports</li>
<li>Airports and hotels porters</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone      calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li><span lang="EN-GB">Tipping for local guides, rangers      and drivers</span></li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the      flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and      service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American      Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Extra night rates are per room per night include breakfast for 2 persons</li>
<li>Rates are valid for minimum 2 persons      travelling together</li>
<li>Rates are valid for new bookings      only, last check-out on 31 October 2009</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right      to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of      currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible      for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those      occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to      delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be      borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Sumba - Kupang - Flores - Komodo National Park 14 days - 13 nights</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Escorted by English speaking tour leader

I T I N E R A R Y
Day 01: BALI - ARRIVAL
Upon arrival in Bali, you will be met and greeted by our guide then transfer to hotel.
Meals included: dinner
Day 02: BALI - TAMBOLAKA
Transfer to the airport to catch the flight leaving for Tambolaka in West Sumba. Upon arrival [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>I T I N E R A R Y</strong></p>
<p><strong>Day 01: BALI - ARRIVAL</strong><br />
Upon arrival in Bali, you will be met and greeted by our guide then transfer to hotel.<br />
Meals included: dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: BALI - TAMBOLAKA</strong><br />
Transfer to the airport to catch the flight leaving for Tambolaka in West Sumba. Upon arrival at Tambolaka Airport, you will meet our guide and direct visit Tarung, Waitabar and Dassa Ellu villages and traditional market.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: WAIKABUBAK - KODI - WAIKABUBAK</strong><br />
Drive to the Kodi district to visit Ranggabaki and Ratenggaro villages, Ratenggaro beach, Parona Mbaroro and Bondo Kawangu villages with its high roofs and megalithic stone tombs.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: WAIKABUBAK - WANOKAKA - ANAKALANG - WAINGAPU</strong><br />
Visit Waigali, Praigoli villages with traditional houses and megalithic stone tombs. Continue your tour to Anakalang district to visit Pasunga megalithic stone tomb and Galubakul, where you can see the biggest megalithic tomb in the island of Sumba. Afterwards drive to Waingapu (East Sumba). Visit Prailiu and Kallu villages to watch the process of ikat weaving.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: WAINGAPU - KUPANG</strong><br />
Transfer to the airport to catch flight to Kupang (West Timor ). Upon arrival, you will meet our guide and transfer to the hotel.<br />
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: KUPANG - MAUMERE</strong><br />
Transfer to the airport to catch flight leaving for Maumere (East Flores). On the way visit Kupang Museum. Upon arrival in Maumere our guide will welcome you and direct visit fishermen village.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: MAUMERE - MONI / DETUSOKO</strong><br />
Visit Bikon Blewut Museum to see an collection of fine ikat cloths from Flores, tools from stone age, fossil bones from an extinct elephant-like mammoth that once inhabited Flores, Chinese ceramics and local pottery. Continue to Sikka village known for traditional ikat-weaving. Afterwards drive to Moni / Detusoko.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: MONI / DETUSOKO - ENDE - BAJAWA</strong><br />
Kelimutu is a volcano that consists of three volcanic craters. The lakes, at an altitude of 1,640 metres are separated only by low ridges and, unusually, are of different colours. The best time for viewing is at sunrise. Wake up early in the morning and see one of the world&#8217;s most spectacular sights. Afterwards back to the hotel for breakfast and short relax and then drive to Bajawa. On the way stop to see traditional houses, Ende town set amidst several volcanoes and to see local people collecting the blue stones.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 09: BAJAWA - BENA - RUTENG</strong><br />
Drive to Bena passing picturesque area of Bajawa, view overwhelming scenery of semi active volcano Mount Ia and Inerie. In Bena village, located in the foothill of Mt. Inerie, you can see traditional houses and megalithic tombs. Afterwards continue to Ruteng that lies at the base of a tall mountain range, and at the head of an intricate network of valleys. On the way view the beauty of Ranamese Lake and making palm wine process at Aimere.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 10: RUTENG - LABUAN BAJO </strong><br />
Visit local market, Ruteng Pu traditional village, then Cancar and Lembor irrigation area. Afterwards continue drive to Labuan Bajo, quiet fishing village and the gate to Komodo National Park.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 11: LABUANBAJO - RINCA ISLAND - KALONG</strong><br />
Transfer to the harbour to catch the boat for trip to Rinca island. The boating will take about 2 hours. On the route, we will make stop at Kelor Island to spend sometime to swim and snorkelling to enjoy the beauty of fish and colourful corals. Afternoon, continue the trip to Rinca. Upon arrival at the island, you will do afternoon trekking to see the Komodo dragons. You also may see other wild animals such as water buffalo, deer, monkeys, tropical birds, wild pigs etc. After trekking we return to the boat and stay overnight at Kalong Island.<br />
Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 12: KALONG ISLAND - KOMODO ISLAND - PINK BEACH - BIDADARI ISLAND </strong><br />
Slowly boating to Komodo Island where you will commence another trekking. After trekking you will be heading toward Pink Beach (Pantai Merah) to spend you time for swimming and snorkelling in beautiful beach. Back to the boat and start our return journey to Bidadari Island.<br />
Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Day 13: BIDADARI ISLAND - LABUANBAJO - BALI</strong><br />
You will have leisure time for swimming and snorkelling around the island before going to Labuanbajo. Upon arrival, disembark from the boat and then directly transfer to the airport to catch flight back to Bali. Upon arrival, our guide will meet and greet you and transfer to the hotel.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinnerGuaranteed departure with minimum 8 participants</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
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<td style="text-align: center;" colspan="2"><span style="font-size: small;">INDONESIA ADVENTURE<br />
<strong>SUMBA - KUPANG - FLORES - KOMODO NATIONAL PARK</strong><br />
14 days - 13 nights</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-size: small;">Package rate<br />
per person based on twin share</span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: small;">USD 2,250.00</span></td>
</tr>
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<td><span style="font-size: small;">Single Supplement</span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: small;">USD    390.00</span></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong>PACKAGE RATES INCLUDE:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Hotel Accommodation with daily breakfast:<br />
TAMBULAKA	: Monalisa Hotel<br />
WAINGAPU	: Elvin Hotel<br />
KUPANG	: Sasando Hotel<br />
MAUMERE	: Sea World Club<br />
MONI		: Ecolodge / Flores Sare<br />
DETUSOKO	: Wisma Fransiskus<br />
BAJAWA	: Villa Silverin or similar<br />
RUTENG	: Dahlia or similar<br />
LABUANBAJO	: Bintang Flores Hotel</li>
<li>Meals as stated in the above program.</li>
<li>Air Flight ticket as program (listed above).</li>
<li>Tours and transfers by private A.C coach as stated in the above program.</li>
<li>Tours and transfers are escorted by English speaking guide.</li>
<li>Entrance fees and donations as stated in the above program.</li>
<li>3Days - 2Nights on the boat</li>
<li>Daily bottled mineral water during tours.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>PACKAGE RATES EXCLUDE:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program).</li>
<li>High, peak season surcharge.</li>
<li>International flight tickets.</li>
<li>International and domestic passenger service charge.</li>
<li>Extra baggage charges at International and domestic airports.</li>
<li>Airport and hotel porters.</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages, etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides, rangers and drivers.</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations and due other causes beyond our control.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>GENERAL CONDITIONS:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include Government tax and service charge.</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD).</li>
<li>Rates are valid for the above mentioned period only.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the rights to change the rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible in any lost, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring program. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Learn To Surf In Bali</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 06:43:27 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Surfing]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[learn surf]]></category>

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Course
Price per person


Beginner (2,5 hours)
USD 59.00


Intermediate (5 hours)
USD 95.00


Advanced (15 hours)
USD 255.00


Master (25 hours)
USD 385.00


1 hour Private lesson
USD 85.00


1 hour private lesson for kids below 12
USD 42.00


Reef Trip
USD 55.00



Prices include:

Air-conditioned transfers (hotel - school - hotel)
Modern surfing equipment Malibu surfboards (9.0ft, 8,0ft, 6.6ft) assorted fiberglass boards, all with leg ropes
Surf helmets, rash shirts, surf shorts [...]]]></description>
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<td style="width: 50%; background-color: #666666;" align="left" valign="top"><strong>Course</strong></td>
<td style="width: 50%; background-color: #666666;" align="left" valign="top"><strong>Price per person</strong></td>
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<tr>
<td style="width: 50%;" align="left" valign="top">Beginner (2,5 hours)</td>
<td style="width: 50%;" align="left" valign="top">USD 59.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 50%;" align="left" valign="top">Intermediate (5 hours)</td>
<td style="width: 50%;" align="left" valign="top">USD 95.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 50%;" align="left" valign="top">Advanced (15 hours)</td>
<td style="width: 50%;" align="left" valign="top">USD 255.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 50%;" align="left" valign="top">Master (25 hours)</td>
<td style="width: 50%;" align="left" valign="top">USD 385.00</td>
</tr>
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<td style="width: 50%;" align="left" valign="top">1 hour Private lesson</td>
<td style="width: 50%;" align="left" valign="top">USD 85.00</td>
</tr>
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<td style="width: 50%;" align="left" valign="top">1 hour private lesson for kids below 12</td>
<td style="width: 50%;" align="left" valign="top">USD 42.00</td>
</tr>
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<td style="width: 50%;" align="left" valign="top">Reef Trip</td>
<td style="width: 50%;" align="left" valign="top">USD 55.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong>Prices include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Air-conditioned transfers (hotel - school - hotel)</li>
<li>Modern surfing equipment Malibu surfboards (9.0ft, 8,0ft, 6.6ft) assorted fiberglass boards, all with leg ropes</li>
<li>Surf helmets, rash shirts, surf shorts and towels</li>
<li>Showering and changing facilities</li>
<li>Sunscreen and First Aid kit are available upon request or necessitate</li>
<li>Instructors accredited Instructors and Bronze Medallion Certified Lifeguards</li>
<li>Assistants trained Indonesian Surf School Association standards</li>
<li>Lessons conducted in English or Indonesian</li>
<li>Sealed drinking water during the entire lesson</li>
<li>Certificate of surfing excellence at the completion of the days surfing and / or of the third / fifth day depending on package booked</li>
<li>A complementary t-shirt on completion of full-day course, three-day course, five-day course and eight-day course</li>
<li>Insurance</li>
<li>Government tax and service charge</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Prices exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation</li>
<li>Airport transfers</li>
<li>Domestic or international flight</li>
<li>Domestic or international airport taxes (Passenger Service Charges)</li>
<li>Other not mentioned above</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Note:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>All program start from really beginner</li>
<li>Beginner: 1 day</li>
<li>Intermediate: lesson 1 day</li>
<li>Advance: maximum 6 days</li>
<li>Master: maximum 10 days</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Wedding in Paradise</title>
		<link>http://www.polowindonesia.com/?p=419</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 02:15:24 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Wedding]]></category>

		<category><![CDATA[bali wedding]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Bali is one of the most romantic places in the world. So whether you're getting married or renewing your vow, Bali is the perfect place to do it. Whether your wedding dreams call for a simple, romantic ceremony on the beach or an elaborate event in the most area of Bali â€“ we are here to assist you.]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Legal Guidelines for Marriage in Indonesia</b></span><br />
<strong>General requirements of the Civil Registry Office</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Copy of letter signed by the Priest stating that have performed a religious ceremony according to their respective belief ( couple must declare affiliation with one of 5 religions: Protestant, Catholic, Buddhist, Hindu, and Moslem )</li>
<li>A widow/widower must present a copy of death certificate of the former spouse; if there has been a divorce, the decree must present a copy of divorce certificate</li>
<li>A letter legalized by respective Embassy / Consulate in Indonesia certifying that the couple have no objection to getting married in Indonesia ( certificate of no impediment to marriage in Indonesia )</li>
<li>Copy of birth certificate</li>
<li>Copy of passport</li>
<li>Supply details of full names, addresses, professions of witness ( two witnesses are required )</li>
<li>Copy of registration form of the hotel they are staying at</li>
<li>A letter signed by both parties certifying that their marriage is based on a mutual agreement</li>
<li>Black and white photograph 6 x 4 cm ( 6 pieces ) of couple side by side in same photo</li>
<li>Couple must give notice of their intention to the register of marriage in the district where the marriage is to be performed. The notice must be given at least 10 working days prior to marriage</li>
<li>Pay for both the administration fee and the issue of marital certificate</li>
<li>Other requirement according to Indonesia marriage law</li>
</ol>
<p><strong>General requirements of the Catholic / Protestant Church</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Recent Certificate of Baptism ( the newest )</li>
<li>Status Libber ( Single Status ) from the Dieses or Parish Priest</li>
<li>A letter of Delegation from the Parish Priest</li>
<li>Canon Investigation / Pre-Nuptial Inquiries</li>
<li>Certificate of Marriage Preparation</li>
<li>Certificate of no impediment to marriage in Indonesia</li>
<li>Copy of passport</li>
<li>Witness form ( copies of passports )</li>
<li>Colour photograph 6 x 4 cm ( 5 pieces ) of couple side by side in same photo</li>
</ol>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Wedding Packages</b></span><br />
<strong>BALINESE ROYAL WEDDING PACKAGE<br />
LEGAL WEDDING ARRANGEMENT </strong><br />
Price: USD 2,700.00 per couple</p>
<p><strong>Include:</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Balinese wedding costume for Bride &amp; Groom</li>
<li>Hair dressing, make-up &amp; accessories</li>
<li>Transfers to Royal Palace for couple</li>
<li>Setting of Balinese Royal Palace (Puri) / decoration</li>
<li>Symbolic of Balinese Priest</li>
<li>Symbolic of Balinese procession and offerings</li>
<li>Flower girls</li>
<li>Balinese dance</li>
<li>Gamelan orchestra</li>
<li>Balinese bamboo music (rindik) &amp; Balinese singer (kidung)</li>
<li>Welcome drink for couple</li>
<li>Indonesian menu meal for couple</li>
<li>Photographs</li>
<li>Original marriage card</li>
<li>Original handy craft wedding gift for Bride &amp;Groom</li>
<li>Balinese Temple Offerings</li>
<li>Minister of Religion and Religious Certificate of Marriage (Minister of Religion will conduct the religious ceremony and blessing the Bride &amp; Groom, after the ceremony, the Bride &amp; Groom will receive the Religious Certificate of Marriage from the Minister of Religion)</li>
<li>Civil Registrar &amp; Civil Certificate of Marriage (Civil Register officials will attend to approve and legalize the Marriage, after the ceremony, the spouse will receive the Civil Certificates of Marriage)</li>
<li>Document processing (we will process the documents that are required by the Civil Register &amp; Minister of Religion immediately)</li>
</ol>
<p><strong>Exclude:</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Consulate administration fee</li>
</ol>
<p><strong>CHURCH WEDDING PACKAGE<br />
WEDDING AT NUSA DUA CHURCH</strong><br />
Legal Arrangements<br />
Price: USD 1.550.00 per couple</p>
<p><strong>Include:</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Civil Registrar &amp; Civil Certificate of Marriage</li>
<li>Minister of Religion &amp; Religious Certificate of Marriage</li>
<li>Documents processing</li>
<li>Church facilities</li>
<li>Church decoration</li>
<li>Wedding choir</li>
<li>Flower shower</li>
<li>Balinese bridesmaids</li>
<li>Transfers to the church for couple and car decoration</li>
<li>Photographs</li>
<li>Welcome board arranged with fresh tropical flowers</li>
<li>Ring stand arranged with coconut leaves</li>
<li>Original handicrafts wedding gift for Bride &amp;Groom</li>
</ol>
<p><strong>Exclude:</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Consulate administration fee</li>
</ol>
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		<title>Bali Diving Safari 13 Days - 12 Nights</title>
		<link>http://www.polowindonesia.com/?p=413</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 16:50:30 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Diving]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Menjangan is mean "deer' is part of the west Bali National Park with 3 km2 wide long island. First recognized dive destination on 1978 by The Indonesian Navy and including a group of the nations, a pioneer diving in Bali. Located at northwest of Bali, 160 km from Denpasar. Menjangan is one of the most prospected dive site in Bali, has greatest dive site of gorgonians of any area on Bali.]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: BALI ARRIVAL</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport, our guide will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel.<br />
Meals included: -</p>
<p><strong>Day 02 - 03: DIVING NUSA PENIDA</strong><br />
Nusa Penida Island is difficult place to make a living as a farmer. It is much too dry to grow rice because limestone plateau covering about two hundred square kilometres ,There is no volcanic rock here at all and the soil is weathered limestone, even drinking water must came from cisterns. Early twentieth century, this bleak island was used as a penal colony by the king of Klungkung but now Nusa Penida island is one the most destination for cruising and the best dive site in Bali<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
It offers sparkling clear water, very healthy coral and abundant fish life, including big pelagic. At its worst, the current can send you roaring along so fast that you do not have much time to appreciate these charms. There are three islands are one of the best dive site. These islands have several famous dive sites with it own character. Strong but predictable current can be expected at anytime. On this dive site you have the chance to see turtles, sharks, manta, ton of swarms coral fishes and you may lucky see mola-mola (sunfish) due July and November.<br />
<strong>Location</strong>: the south- east coast of Bali<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: Boat diving, drift diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: mild to strong<br />
<strong>Depths</strong>: 5 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: Usual temperature around 28Â°C, but the strong currents and sharp thermo clines can occasionally bring it down to the low 20Â°. Good visibility. Surface currents &amp; surface swell.<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The healthiest corals in Bali, and home to a huge variety of reef fish. It is great for drift diving, and the best place to see mola-mola (sunfish) Manta in season. It is also dramatic above-water scenery.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: DIVING NUSA PENIDA (MANTA POINT)</strong><br />
Manta Point dive site which is located south-west Nusa Penida is one of Bali&#8217;s most frequently visited dive sites. It&#8217;s possible to encounter the mighty Manta Ray year round at this location. Dive conditions can be challenging at this place because this part of Nusa Penida is under the influence of the ocean to the south.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: South Nusa Penida<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 5-20 metres<br />
<strong>Depths</strong>: 3-24 metres<br />
<strong>Diving Conditions</strong>: Can be a calm dive and good for snorkelling but weather, tide and current conditions can turn this site into a whirlpool in addition to making access slow and difficult.<br />
<strong>Underwater Topography</strong>: Manta point and its sibling, bat rock, sit along the wild cliff-line of south Nusa Penida.<br />
<strong>Marine life</strong>: During April, May and June Manta Rays (Manta Birostris) crowd along this reef, they come to mate, give birth, and visit cleaning stations. They swim into the currents with their mouths gaping to feed, they usually move against the current. You can see them break the surface and slap the water with their wings. Mantas come in all sizes and colours, from light grey with dazzling white underbellies, to jet black with touches of white on their mandibles. They can be curious and a close up experience is quite possible.<br />
Highlights: Recommended for the more experienced diver. Manta rays, exhilarating drift dives and/or calm conditions. Snorkelling is possible when conditions permitting.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: DIVING NUSA LEMBONGAN</strong><br />
Nusa lembongan is an island and part of Nusa Penida dive area. Generaly, Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida approximately have the same dive characteristics. But of course Nusa Lembongan has something different to be offered. Let&#8217;s dive and discover its underwater beauty.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: North Nusa Penida<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 5-20m (Panorama - Photography)<br />
<strong>Depths</strong>: 5-40 m (15-120ft)<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops, flat bottoms, white sand beach diving<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: Reachable from the coast of Sanur in 1 hour by motor boat, is actually one of 3 sister island of Bali. White sandy bottom, crystal and cold water, present you with as sorted fish and marine vegetation, special for SUN FISH. Underwater grouts are the wonders of this area</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: DIVING PADANG BAY</strong><br />
Padang Bay is located east coast of Bali near by the Padang bay harbor, a port to cross to Lombok or other islands. It is about 25 minutes from Amed and 1,5 - 2 hours drive from airport.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: East coast of Bali, 1,5 - 2 hours from air port by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops, white sand beach diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 to 33 metres<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: Located about 90 kilometres, North of Sanur. This picturesque bay is surrounded by majestic cliff, and hill. It is ideal for dives at 3 to 20 meters depth. Padang bay offers a Sea view-Photography. Here the water is strewn with a full growth of corals, fishes will surely guarantee an impressive underwater adventure.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07 - 08: DIVING TULAMBEN</strong><br />
Tulamben is small village in eastern of Bali. in 1963 Bali&#8217;s highest Mount Agung was erupted, showering whole villages with ash and sending lava, creating powerful rolled the Liberty ship into to the deeper water and broke her at the bow and stern. Now the most famous diving area in Bali, and attracts divers from all over the world. Although sharks, molas, mantas, dolphins, tuna and other pelagic visit Tulamben, these are occasional and unpredictable events. It is the sheer richness of Tulamben that is always there, and this is what inspires people to dive here again and again. It is wonderful place to learn about underwater life. You could come here with a good underwater field guide, and over the course of weeks diving, find most of the animals listed just by exploring the wreck, the patch reef in front of the resorts and the wall.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: East coast of Bali, 110 km from air port by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops and drop off diving, wreck diving, beach/shore diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: the water clarity here is very good. The situated has many rock and black volcanic sandy beach. Usually very calm flat surface though full moon, especially after the New Year or in late summer, can bring in big waves. The temperatures are generally around 27Â°C or 28Â°C, for all levels.<br />
Highlights: The main attraction is the wreck of the USS Liberty, famous for the amazing variety of marine life found there. This is a must-dive site in Bali, and a photographers&#8217; paradise. Other sites include a great drop-off, a shallow coral garden, and a deep coral reef. Tulamben is the best place to night dive in Bali and, being on the East coast, you can take an unforgettable sunrise dive. the reefs are so healthy they rewards any scale, from a distance, the huge school of big eye of jacks swirling across the wreck like a great silver storm, barracuda, wrasse napoleon, hump head parrotfish, closer you can see mops of black coral and bright sponges and little sharp-nosed puffers fish, closer yet you see very tiny pigmy sea horse hang in to the gorgonians, scorpion fish tucked in among the rusted decking, fields of garden eels, comet fish, goby, moray eel, butterfly fish, and finally, with your mask against the bottom, ghost pipe fish, crab, anglerfish, leaf scorpion fish, nudibranches.</p>
<p><strong>Day 09: DIVING AMED</strong><br />
Amed is located on the north-east coast of Bali. By car, about 15 mins south of Tulamben, along the main road, and then 15mins on a local road, so Amed is much prettier than Tulamben. Due to the easy conditions at Amed, it is suitable both for novice and experienced divers. On the outskirts of Amed, you can see traditional salt-panning and buy sea salt as a souvenir of your visit!<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: North-East coast of Bali, 120 km from airport by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops and drop off diving, black sand beach diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 to 33 metres<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: Located about 120 kilometres North-East of Sanur, with a beautiful solitary beach and fully grown with anemone, gorgons and sponge, small to large fishes , make this underwater part of Bali. Immediately outside Jemeluk Bay are 2 dive sites, Amed Wall and Amed Reef, both of which can be done as a shore- or boat-dives. The boats are small outriggers (jukung) - long and narrow fishing boats. It is Ideal for beginners and professional divers.</p>
<p><strong>Day 10 - 11: DIVING MENJANGAN ISLAND</strong><br />
Menjangan is mean &#8220;deer&#8217; is part of the west Bali National Park with 3 km2 wide long island. First recognized dive destination on 1978 by The Indonesian Navy and including a group of the   nations, a pioneer diving in Bali. Located at northwest of Bali, 160 km from Denpasar. Menjangan is one of the most prospected dive site in Bali, has greatest dive site of gorgonians of any area on Bali.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
Menjangan&#8217;s western tip holds a deeper. But more interesting dives on an old wreck. The so-called &#8220;Anker&#8221; wreck is just off the coast, near a small dock and guard post maintain by the Park Service. The Guard post is about a 30 minutes boat ride where our craft anchored about 75 meters from the beach at a point designated by our guide. We entered the water near the reef edge and dropped some 5 meters through very clear water (more than 20 meters visibility) right onto the large coral-encrusted anchor of our sunken ship. Dropping over the reef edge, we followed a fairly steep slope with bits and pieces of wreckage and anchor chain down to 30 meters where the ship was resting, prow shoreward. Along the way, we might see a white-tip shark (sharks and rays are common here) and few lizard fishes.<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: wall dive, wreck dive, cape dive, boat dive, beach dive<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The best wall diving in Bali, with a very bright &amp; colourful underwater world. Lots of different sites to choose from, including a wooden shipwreck starting at 35m. Here there is rich marine life and sandy beach to relax over lunch. Pigmy sea horse, whale shark, garden eels, lion fish, barracuda, cattle fish, squid, turtle, eagle rays,<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: A sheltered corner of Bali, which means clear &amp; calm conditions.</p>
<p><strong>Day 12: FREE AT LEISURE</strong><br />
Today is your free day after a few days of diving. You may take some optional tours or relaxation by the pool or beach near by your hotel side. Shopping is the best option before leaving Bali. Souvenir hunting is the choices of activity to end your vacation in Bali.<br />
Meals included: breakfast</p>
<p><strong>Day 13: BALI DEPARTURE</strong><br />
Today is your last day in Bali. You may take a short walk around hotel or enjoy hotel&#8217;s facilities for last minutes. Our guide will pick you up at lobby and transfer you to airport to catch flight to the next destination.<br />
Meals included: breakfast</p>
<h3>PRICES</h3>
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<td colspan="3" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>BALI DIVING SAFARI</strong><strong></strong></p>
<p><strong>13 days - 12 nights (10 dive days â€“ 20 dives)</strong></td>
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<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666"><strong>Twin share</strong></td>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666"><strong>Single supplement</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666">USD 1,527.00</td>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666">USD 416.00</td>
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</tbody>
</table>
<p>Package rates include:</p>
<ul>
<li>12-nights accommodation<br />
Dive in Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan: based on Aston Bali or similar 4* hotel<br />
Dive in Padang Bay: based on Puri Bagus Candidasa or similar hotel<br />
Dive in Tulamben and Amed: based on Coral View Villas or similar hotel<br />
Dive in Menjangan: based on Mimpi Resort or similar hotel</li>
<li>Meals as stated in the program</li>
<li>Land and sea transfer as stated in the program</li>
<li>4 x dive in Tulamben</li>
<li>2 x dive in Amed</li>
<li>2 x dive in Padang Bay</li>
<li>4 x dive in Menjangan</li>
<li>2 x dive in Nusa Lembongan</li>
<li>4 x dive in Nusa Penida</li>
<li>2 x dive in Nusa Penida (Manta Point)</li>
<li>Tanks, weight-belt, snorkelling equipment if required</li>
<li>English speaking dive master and dive guide during the diving safari</li>
<li>Hot coffee and tea service on the boat (dive at Nusa Penida only)</li>
<li>Dive insurance</li>
<li>English speaking guide escort during transfers</li>
<li>Government tax and service charge</li>
</ul>
<p>Package rates exclude:</p>
<ul>
<li>Diving equipment such as BCD, regulator, wet suit</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>High, peak season surcharges (01 Jul â€“ 31 Aug at USD 20.00 per room per night; 25 Dec â€“ 05 Jan at USD 30.00 per room per night)</li>
<li>Compulsory meals during peak season</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Domestic and international passenger service charges</li>
<li>Extra baggage charges at domestic and international airports</li>
<li>Airports and hotels porters</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides, dive masters, crew and drivers</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p>Diving equipment rental:</p>
<ul>
<li>Regulator: USD 7.00 per day</li>
<li>BCD: USD 7.00 per day</li>
<li>Wet suit : USD 6.00 per day</li>
<li>Extra dive: USD 30.00 per dive</li>
<li>Night dive: USD 50.00 per person</li>
<li>Under water light: USD 6.00 per day</li>
<li>NITROX: USD 7.00 per tank</li>
</ul>
<p>General conditions:</p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid for certified divers only</li>
<li>Rates valid for minimum 2 persons travelling together</li>
<li>Rates are valid for new bookings only, last check-out on 31 March 2010</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
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		<description><![CDATA[It offers sparkling clear water, very healthy coral and abundant fish life, including big pelagic. At its worst, the current can send you roaring along so fast that you do not have much time to appreciate these charms. There are three islands are one of the best dive site. These islands have several famous dive sites with it own character. Strong but predictable current can be expected at anytime. On this dive site you have the chance to see turtles, sharks, manta, ton of swarms coral fishes and you may lucky see mola-mola (sunfish) due July and November.]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: BALI ARRIVAL</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport, our guide will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel.<br />
Meals included: -</p>
<p><strong>Day 02 - 03: DIVING NUSA PENIDA</strong><br />
Nusa Penida Island is difficult place to make a living as a farmer. It is much too dry to grow rice because limestone plateau covering about two hundred square kilometres ,There is no volcanic rock here at all and the soil is weathered limestone, even drinking water must came from cisterns. Early twentieth century, this bleak island was used as a penal colony by the king of Klungkung but now Nusa Penida island is one the most destination for cruising and the best dive site in Bali<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
It offers sparkling clear water, very healthy coral and abundant fish life, including big pelagic. At its worst, the current can send you roaring along so fast that you do not have much time to appreciate these charms. There are three islands are one of the best dive site. These islands have several famous dive sites with it own character. Strong but predictable current can be expected at anytime. On this dive site you have the chance to see turtles, sharks, manta, ton of swarms coral fishes and you may lucky see mola-mola (sunfish) due July and November.<br />
<strong>Location</strong>: the south- east coast of Bali<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: Boat diving, drift diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: mild to strong<br />
<strong>Depths</strong>: 5 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: Usual temperature around 28Â°C, but the strong currents and sharp thermo clines can occasionally bring it down to the low 20Â°. Good visibility. Surface currents &amp; surface swell.<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The healthiest corals in Bali, and home to a huge variety of reef fish. It is great for drift diving, and the best place to see mola-mola (sunfish) Manta in season. It is also dramatic above-water scenery.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: DIVING NUSA PENIDA (MANTA POINT)</strong><br />
Manta Point dive site which is located south-west Nusa Penida is one of Bali&#8217;s most frequently visited dive sites. It&#8217;s possible to encounter the mighty Manta Ray year round at this location. Dive conditions can be challenging at this place because this part of Nusa Penida is under the influence of the ocean to the south.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: South Nusa Penida<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 5-20 metres<br />
<strong>Depths</strong>: 3-24 metres<br />
<strong>Diving Conditions</strong>: Can be a calm dive and good for snorkelling but weather, tide and current conditions can turn this site into a whirlpool in addition to making access slow and difficult.<br />
<strong>Underwater Topography</strong>: Manta point and its sibling, bat rock, sit along the wild cliff-line of south Nusa Penida.<br />
<strong>Marine life</strong>: During April, May and June Manta Rays (Manta Birostris) crowd along this reef, they come to mate, give birth, and visit cleaning stations. They swim into the currents with their mouths gaping to feed, they usually move against the current. You can see them break the surface and slap the water with their wings. Mantas come in all sizes and colours, from light grey with dazzling white underbellies, to jet black with touches of white on their mandibles. They can be curious and a close up experience is quite possible.<br />
Highlights: Recommended for the more experienced diver. Manta rays, exhilarating drift dives and/or calm conditions. Snorkelling is possible when conditions permitting.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: DIVING PADANG BAY</strong><br />
Padang Bay is located east coast of Bali near by the Padang bay harbor, a port to cross to Lombok or other islands. It is about 25 minutes from Amed and 1,5 - 2 hours drive from airport.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: East coast of Bali, 1,5 - 2 hours from air port by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops, white sand beach diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 to 33 metres<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: Located about 90 kilometres, North of Sanur. This picturesque bay is surrounded by majestic cliff, and hill. It is ideal for dives at 3 to 20 meters depth. Padang bay offers a Sea view-Photography. Here the water is strewn with a full growth of corals, fishes will surely guarantee an impressive underwater adventure.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06 - 07: DIVING TULAMBEN</strong><br />
Tulamben is small village in eastern of Bali. in 1963 Bali&#8217;s highest Mount Agung was erupted, showering whole villages with ash and sending lava, creating powerful rolled the Liberty ship into to the deeper water and broke her at the bow and stern. Now the most famous diving area in Bali, and attracts divers from all over the world. Although sharks, molas, mantas, dolphins, tuna and other pelagic visit Tulamben, these are occasional and unpredictable events. It is the sheer richness of Tulamben that is always there, and this is what inspires people to dive here again and again. It is wonderful place to learn about underwater life. You could come here with a good underwater field guide, and over the course of weeks diving, find most of the animals listed just by exploring the wreck, the patch reef in front of the resorts and the wall.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: East coast of Bali, 110 km from air port by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops and drop off diving, wreck diving, beach/shore diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: the water clarity here is very good. The situated has many rock and black volcanic sandy beach. Usually very calm flat surface though full moon, especially after the New Year or in late summer, can bring in big waves. The temperatures are generally around 27Â°C or 28Â°C, for all levels.<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The main attraction is the wreck of the USS Liberty, famous for the amazing variety of marine life found there. This is a must-dive site in Bali, and a photographers&#8217; paradise. Other sites include a great drop-off, a shallow coral garden, and a deep coral reef. Tulamben is the best place to night dive in Bali and, being on the East coast, you can take an unforgettable sunrise dive. the reefs are so healthy they rewards any scale, from a distance, the huge school of big eye of jacks swirling across the wreck like a great silver storm, barracuda, wrasse napoleon, hump head parrotfish, closer you can see mops of black coral and bright sponges and little sharp-nosed puffers fish, closer yet you see very tiny pigmy sea horse hang in to the gorgonians, scorpion fish tucked in among the rusted decking, fields of garden eels, comet fish, goby, moray eel, butterfly fish, and finally, with your mask against the bottom, ghost pipe fish, crab, anglerfish, leaf scorpion fish, nudibranches.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: DIVING AMED</strong><br />
Amed is located on the north-east coast of Bali. By car, about 15 mins south of Tulamben, along the main road, and then 15mins on a local road, so Amed is much prettier than Tulamben. Due to the easy conditions at Amed, it is suitable both for novice and experienced divers. On the outskirts of Amed, you can see traditional salt-panning and buy sea salt as a souvenir of your visit!<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: North-East coast of Bali, 120 km from airport by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops and drop off diving, black sand beach diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 to 33 metres<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: Located about 120 kilometres North-East of Sanur, with a beautiful solitary beach and fully grown with anemone, gorgons and sponge, small to large fishes , make this underwater part of Bali. Immediately outside Jemeluk Bay are 2 dive sites, Amed Wall and Amed Reef, both of which can be done as a shore- or boat-dives. The boats are small outriggers (jukung) - long and narrow fishing boats. It is Ideal for beginners and professional divers.</p>
<p><strong>Day 09 - 10: DIVING MENJANGAN ISLAND</strong><br />
Menjangan is mean &#8220;deer&#8217; is part of the west Bali National Park with 3 km2 wide long island. First recognized dive destination on 1978 by The Indonesian Navy and including a group of the   nations, a pioneer diving in Bali. Located at northwest of Bali, 160 km from Denpasar. Menjangan is one of the most prospected dive site in Bali, has greatest dive site of gorgonians of any area on Bali.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
Menjangan&#8217;s western tip holds a deeper. But more interesting dives on an old wreck. The so-called &#8220;Anker&#8221; wreck is just off the coast, near a small dock and guard post maintain by the Park Service. The Guard post is about a 30 minutes boat ride where our craft anchored about 75 meters from the beach at a point designated by our guide. We entered the water near the reef edge and dropped some 5 meters through very clear water (more than 20 meters visibility) right onto the large coral-encrusted anchor of our sunken ship. Dropping over the reef edge, we followed a fairly steep slope with bits and pieces of wreckage and anchor chain down to 30 meters where the ship was resting, prow shoreward. Along the way, we might see a white-tip shark (sharks and rays are common here) and few lizard fishes.<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: wall dive, wreck dive, cape dive, boat dive, beach dive<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The best wall diving in Bali, with a very bright &amp; colourful underwater world. Lots of different sites to choose from, including a wooden shipwreck starting at 35m. Here there is rich marine life and sandy beach to relax over lunch. Pigmy sea horse, whale shark, garden eels, lion fish, barracuda, cattle fish, squid, turtle, eagle rays,<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: A sheltered corner of Bali, which means clear &amp; calm conditions.</p>
<p><strong>Day 11: FREE AT LEISURE</strong><br />
Today is your free day after a few days of diving. You may take some optional tours or relaxation by the pool or beach near by your hotel side. Shopping is the best option before leaving Bali. Souvenir hunting is the choices of activity to end your vacation in Bali.<br />
Meals included: breakfast</p>
<p><strong>Day 12: BALI DEPARTURE</strong><br />
Today is your last day in Bali. You may take a short walk around hotel or enjoy hotel&#8217;s facilities for last minutes. Our guide will pick you up at lobby and transfer you to airport to catch flight to the next destination.<br />
Meals included: breakfast</p>
<h3>PRICES</h3>
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<td colspan="3" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>BALI DIVING SAFARI</strong><strong></strong></p>
<p><strong>12 days - 11 nights (9 dive days â€“ 18 dives)</strong></td>
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<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666"><strong>Twin share</strong></td>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666"><strong>Single supplement</strong></td>
</tr>
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<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666">USD 1,377.00</td>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666">USD 382.00</td>
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</tbody>
</table>
<p>Package rates include:</p>
<ul>
<li>11-nights accommodation<br />
Dive in Nusa Penida: based on Aston Bali or similar 4* hotel<br />
Dive in Padang Bay: based on Puri Bagus Candidasa or similar hotel<br />
Dive in Tulamben and Amed: based on Coral View Villas or similar hotel<br />
Dive in Menjangan: based on Mimpi Resort or similar hotel</li>
<li>Meals as stated in the program</li>
<li>Land and sea transfer as stated in the program</li>
<li>4 x dive in Tulamben</li>
<li>2 x dive in Amed</li>
<li>2 x dive in Padang Bay</li>
<li>4 x dive in Menjangan</li>
<li>4 x dive in Nusa Penida</li>
<li>2 x dive in Nusa Penida (Manta Point)</li>
<li>Tanks, weight-belt, snorkelling equipment if required</li>
<li>English speaking dive master and dive guide during the diving safari</li>
<li>Hot coffee and tea service on the boat (dive at Nusa Penida only)</li>
<li>Dive insurance</li>
<li>English speaking guide escort during transfers</li>
<li>Government tax and service charge</li>
</ul>
<p>Package rates exclude:</p>
<ul>
<li>Diving equipment such as BCD, regulator, wet suit</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>High, peak season surcharges (01 Jul â€“ 31 Aug at USD 20.00 per room per night; 25 Dec â€“ 05 Jan at USD 30.00 per room per night)</li>
<li>Compulsory meals during peak season</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Domestic and international passenger service charges</li>
<li>Extra baggage charges at domestic and international airports</li>
<li>Airports and hotels porters</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides, dive masters, crew and drivers</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p>Diving equipment rental:</p>
<ul>
<li>Regulator: USD 7.00 per day</li>
<li>BCD: USD 7.00 per day</li>
<li>Wet suit : USD 6.00 per day</li>
<li>Extra dive: USD 30.00 per dive</li>
<li>Night dive: USD 50.00 per person</li>
<li>Under water light: USD 6.00 per day</li>
<li>NITROX: USD 7.00 per tank</li>
</ul>
<p>General conditions:</p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid for certified divers only</li>
<li>Rates valid for minimum 2 persons travelling together</li>
<li>Rates are valid for new bookings only, last check-out on 31 March 2010</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
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		<description><![CDATA[Menjangan's western tip holds a deeper. But more interesting dives on an old wreck. The so-called "Anker" wreck is just off the coast, near a small dock and guard post maintain by the Park Service. The Guard post is about a 30 minutes boat ride where our craft anchored about 75 meters from the beach at a point designated by our guide. We entered the water near the reef edge and dropped some 5 meters through very clear water (more than 20 meters visibility) right onto the large coral-encrusted anchor of our sunken ship.]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: BALI ARRIVAL</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport, our guide will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel.<br />
Meals included: -</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: DIVING NUSA PENIDA</strong><br />
Nusa Penida Island is difficult place to make a living as a farmer. It is much too dry to grow rice because limestone plateau covering about two hundred square kilometres ,There is no volcanic rock here at all and the soil is weathered limestone, even drinking water must came from cisterns. Early twentieth century, this bleak island was used as a penal colony by the king of Klungkung but now Nusa Penida island is one the most destination for cruising and the best dive site in Bali<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
It offers sparkling clear water, very healthy coral and abundant fish life, including big pelagic. At its worst, the current can send you roaring along so fast that you do not have much time to appreciate these charms. There are three islands are one of the best dive site. These islands have several famous dive sites with it own character. Strong but predictable current can be expected at anytime. On this dive site you have the chance to see turtles, sharks, manta, ton of swarms coral fishes and you may lucky see mola-mola (sunfish) due July and November.<br />
<strong>Location</strong>: the south- east coast of Bali<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: Boat diving, drift diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: mild to strong<br />
<strong>Depths</strong>: 5 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: Usual temperature around 28Â°C, but the strong currents and sharp thermo clines can occasionally bring it down to the low 20Â°. Good visibility. Surface currents &amp; surface swell.<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The healthiest corals in Bali, and home to a huge variety of reef fish. It is great for drift diving, and the best place to see mola-mola (sunfish) Manta in season. It is also dramatic above-water scenery.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: DIVING NUSA PENIDA (MANTA POINT)</strong><br />
Manta Point dive site which is located south-west Nusa Penida is one of Bali&#8217;s most frequently visited dive sites. It&#8217;s possible to encounter the mighty Manta Ray year round at this location. Dive conditions can be challenging at this place because this part of Nusa Penida is under the influence of the ocean to the south.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: South Nusa Penida<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 5-20 metres<br />
<strong>Depths</strong>: 3-24 metres<br />
<strong>Diving Conditions</strong>: Can be a calm dive and good for snorkelling but weather, tide and current conditions can turn this site into a whirlpool in addition to making access slow and difficult.<br />
<strong>Underwater Topography</strong>: Manta point and its sibling, bat rock, sit along the wild cliff-line of south Nusa Penida.<br />
Marine life: During April, May and June Manta Rays (Manta Birostris) crowd along this reef, they come to mate, give birth, and visit cleaning stations. They swim into the currents with their mouths gaping to feed, they usually move against the current. You can see them break the surface and slap the water with their wings. Mantas come in all sizes and colours, from light grey with dazzling white underbellies, to jet black with touches of white on their mandibles. They can be curious and a close up experience is quite possible.<br />
Highlights: Recommended for the more experienced diver. Manta rays, exhilarating drift dives and/or calm conditions. Snorkelling is possible when conditions permitting.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: DIVING PADANG BAY</strong><br />
Padang Bay is located east coast of Bali near by the Padang bay harbor, a port to cross to Lombok or other islands. It is about 25 minutes from Amed and 1,5 - 2 hours drive from airport.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: East coast of Bali, 1,5 - 2 hours from air port by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops, white sand beach diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 to 33 metres<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: Located about 90 kilometres, North of Sanur. This picturesque bay is surrounded by majestic cliff, and hill. It is ideal for dives at 3 to 20 meters depth. Padang bay offers a Sea view-Photography. Here the water is strewn with a full growth of corals, fishes will surely guarantee an impressive underwater adventure.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05 - 06: DIVING TULAMBEN</strong><br />
Tulamben is small village in eastern of Bali. in 1963 Bali&#8217;s highest Mount Agung was erupted, showering whole villages with ash and sending lava, creating powerful rolled the Liberty ship into to the deeper water and broke her at the bow and stern. Now the most famous diving area in Bali, and attracts divers from all over the world. Although sharks, molas, mantas, dolphins, tuna and other pelagic visit Tulamben, these are occasional and unpredictable events. It is the sheer richness of Tulamben that is always there, and this is what inspires people to dive here again and again. It is wonderful place to learn about underwater life. You could come here with a good underwater field guide, and over the course of weeks diving, find most of the animals listed just by exploring the wreck, the patch reef in front of the resorts and the wall.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: East coast of Bali, 110 km from air port by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops and drop off diving, wreck diving, beach/shore diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: the water clarity here is very good. The situated has many rock and black volcanic sandy beach. Usually very calm flat surface though full moon, especially after the New Year or in late summer, can bring in big waves. The temperatures are generally around 27Â°C or 28Â°C, for all levels.<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The main attraction is the wreck of the USS Liberty, famous for the amazing variety of marine life found there. This is a must-dive site in Bali, and a photographers&#8217; paradise. Other sites include a great drop-off, a shallow coral garden, and a deep coral reef. Tulamben is the best place to night dive in Bali and, being on the East coast, you can take an unforgettable sunrise dive. the reefs are so healthy they rewards any scale, from a distance, the huge school of big eye of jacks swirling across the wreck like a great silver storm, barracuda, wrasse napoleon, hump head parrotfish, closer you can see mops of black coral and bright sponges and little sharp-nosed puffers fish, closer yet you see very tiny pigmy sea horse hang in to the gorgonians, scorpion fish tucked in among the rusted decking, fields of garden eels, comet fish, goby, moray eel, butterfly fish, and finally, with your mask against the bottom, ghost pipe fish, crab, anglerfish, leaf scorpion fish, nudibranches.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: DIVING AMED</strong><br />
Amed is located on the north-east coast of Bali. By car, about 15 mins south of Tulamben, along the main road, and then 15mins on a local road, so Amed is much prettier than Tulamben. Due to the easy conditions at Amed, it is suitable both for novice and experienced divers. On the outskirts of Amed, you can see traditional salt-panning and buy sea salt as a souvenir of your visit!<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: North-East coast of Bali, 120 km from airport by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops and drop off diving, black sand beach diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 to 33 metres<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: Located about 120 kilometres North-East of Sanur, with a beautiful solitary beach and fully grown with anemone, gorgons and sponge, small to large fishes , make this underwater part of Bali. Immediately outside Jemeluk Bay are 2 dive sites, Amed Wall and Amed Reef, both of which can be done as a shore- or boat-dives. The boats are small outriggers (jukung) - long and narrow fishing boats. It is Ideal for beginners and professional divers.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08 - 09: DIVING MENJANGAN ISLAND</strong><br />
Menjangan is mean &#8220;deer&#8217; is part of the west Bali National Park with 3 km2 wide long island. First recognized dive destination on 1978 by The Indonesian Navy and including a group of the   nations, a pioneer diving in Bali. Located at northwest of Bali, 160 km from Denpasar. Menjangan is one of the most prospected dive site in Bali, has greatest dive site of gorgonians of any area on Bali.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
Menjangan&#8217;s western tip holds a deeper. But more interesting dives on an old wreck. The so-called &#8220;Anker&#8221; wreck is just off the coast, near a small dock and guard post maintain by the Park Service. The Guard post is about a 30 minutes boat ride where our craft anchored about 75 meters from the beach at a point designated by our guide. We entered the water near the reef edge and dropped some 5 meters through very clear water (more than 20 meters visibility) right onto the large coral-encrusted anchor of our sunken ship. Dropping over the reef edge, we followed a fairly steep slope with bits and pieces of wreckage and anchor chain down to 30 meters where the ship was resting, prow shoreward. Along the way, we might see a white-tip shark (sharks and rays are common here) and few lizard fishes.<br />
Type of dive: wall dive, wreck dive, cape dive, boat dive, beach dive<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The best wall diving in Bali, with a very bright &amp; colourful underwater world. Lots of different sites to choose from, including a wooden shipwreck starting at 35m. Here there is rich marine life and sandy beach to relax over lunch. Pigmy sea horse, whale shark, garden eels, lion fish, barracuda, cattle fish, squid, turtle, eagle rays,<br />
Conditions: A sheltered corner of Bali, which means clear &amp; calm conditions.</p>
<p><strong>Day 10: FREE AT LEISURE</strong><br />
Today is your free day after a few days of diving. You may take some optional tours or relaxation by the pool or beach near by your hotel side. Shopping is the best option before leaving Bali. Souvenir hunting is the choices of activity to end your vacation in Bali.<br />
Meals included: breakfast</p>
<p><strong>Day 11: BALI DEPARTURE</strong><br />
Today is your last day in Bali. You may take a short walk around hotel or enjoy hotel&#8217;s facilities for last minutes. Our guide will pick you up at lobby and transfer you to airport to catch flight to the next destination.<br />
Meals included: breakfast</p>
<h3>PRICES</h3>
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<td colspan="3" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>BALI DIVING SAFARI</strong><strong></strong></p>
<p><strong>11 days - 10 nights (8 dive days â€“ 16 dives)</strong></td>
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<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666"><strong>Twin share</strong></td>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666"><strong>Single supplement</strong></td>
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<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666">USD 1,214.00</td>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666">USD 335.00</td>
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<p>Package rates include:</p>
<ul>
<li>10-nights accommodation<br />
Dive in Nusa Penida: based on Aston Bali or similar 4* hotel<br />
Dive in Padang Bay: based on Puri Bagus Candidasa or similar hotel<br />
Dive in Tulamben and Amed: based on Coral View Villas or similar hotel<br />
Dive in Menjangan: based on Mimpi Resort or similar hotel</li>
<li>Meals as stated in the program</li>
<li>Land and sea transfer as stated in the program</li>
<li>4 x dive in Tulamben</li>
<li>2 x dive in Amed</li>
<li>2 x dive in Padang Bay</li>
<li>4 x dive in Menjangan</li>
<li>2 x dive in Nusa Penida</li>
<li>2 x dive in Nusa Penida (Manta Point)</li>
<li>Tanks, weight-belt, snorkelling equipment if required</li>
<li>English speaking dive master and dive guide during the diving safari</li>
<li>Hot coffee and tea service on the boat (dive at Nusa Penida only)</li>
<li>Dive insurance</li>
<li>English speaking guide escort during transfers</li>
<li>Government tax and service charge</li>
</ul>
<p>Package rates exclude:</p>
<ul>
<li>Diving equipment such as BCD, regulator, wet suit</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>High, peak season surcharges (01 Jul â€“ 31 Aug at USD 20.00 per room per night; 25 Dec â€“ 05 Jan at USD 30.00 per room per night)</li>
<li>Compulsory meals during peak season</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Domestic and international passenger service charges</li>
<li>Extra baggage charges at domestic and international airports</li>
<li>Airports and hotels porters</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides, dive masters, crew and drivers</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p>Diving equipment rental:</p>
<ul>
<li>Regulator: USD 7.00 per day</li>
<li>BCD: USD 7.00 per day</li>
<li>Wet suit : USD 6.00 per day</li>
<li>Extra dive: USD 30.00 per dive</li>
<li>Night dive: USD 50.00 per person</li>
<li>Under water light: USD 6.00 per day</li>
<li>NITROX: USD 7.00 per tank</li>
</ul>
<p>General conditions:</p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid for certified divers only</li>
<li>Rates valid for minimum 2 persons travelling together</li>
<li>Rates are valid for new bookings only, last check-out on 31 March 2010</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tulamben is small village in eastern of Bali. in 1963 Bali's highest Mount Agung was erupted, showering whole villages with ash and sending lava, creating powerful rolled the Liberty ship into to the deeper water and broke her at the bow and stern. Now the most famous diving area in Bali, and attracts divers from all over the world. Although sharks, molas, mantas, dolphins, tuna and other pelagic visit Tulamben, these are occasional and unpredictable events. It is the sheer richness of Tulamben that is always there, and this is what inspires people to dive here again and again. It is wonderful place to learn about underwater life. You could come here with a good underwater field guide, and over the course of weeks diving, find most of the animals listed just by exploring the wreck, the patch reef in front of the resorts and the wall.]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: BALI ARRIVAL</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport, our guide will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel.<br />
Meals included: -</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: DIVING NUSA PENIDA</strong><br />
Nusa Penida Island is difficult place to make a living as a farmer. It is much too dry to grow rice because limestone plateau covering about two hundred square kilometres ,There is no volcanic rock here at all and the soil is weathered limestone, even drinking water must came from cisterns. Early twentieth century, this bleak island was used as a penal colony by the king of Klungkung but now Nusa Penida island is one the most destination for cruising and the best dive site in Bali<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
It offers sparkling clear water, very healthy coral and abundant fish life, including big pelagic. At its worst, the current can send you roaring along so fast that you do not have much time to appreciate these charms. There are three islands are one of the best dive site. These islands have several famous dive sites with it own character. Strong but predictable current can be expected at anytime. On this dive site you have the chance to see turtles, sharks, manta, ton of swarms coral fishes and you may lucky see mola-mola (sunfish) due July and November.<br />
<strong>Location</strong>: the south- east coast of Bali<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: Boat diving, drift diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: mild to strong<br />
<strong>Depths</strong>: 5 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: Usual temperature around 28Â°C, but the strong currents and sharp thermo clines can occasionally bring it down to the low 20Â°. Good visibility. Surface currents &amp; surface swell.<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The healthiest corals in Bali, and home to a huge variety of reef fish. It is great for drift diving, and the best place to see mola-mola (sunfish) Manta in season. It is also dramatic above-water scenery.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: DIVING NUSA PENIDA (MANTA POINT)</strong><br />
Manta Point dive site which is located south-west Nusa Penida is one of Bali&#8217;s most frequently visited dive sites. It&#8217;s possible to encounter the mighty Manta Ray year round at this location. Dive conditions can be challenging at this place because this part of Nusa Penida is under the influence of the ocean to the south.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: South Nusa Penida<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 5-20 metres<br />
<strong>Depths</strong>: 3-24 metres<br />
<strong>Diving Conditions</strong>: Can be a calm dive and good for snorkelling but weather, tide and current conditions can turn this site into a whirlpool in addition to making access slow and difficult.<br />
<strong>Underwater Topography</strong>: Manta point and its sibling, bat rock, sit along the wild cliff-line of south Nusa Penida.<br />
<strong>Marine life</strong>: During April, May and June Manta Rays (Manta Birostris) crowd along this reef, they come to mate, give birth, and visit cleaning stations. They swim into the currents with their mouths gaping to feed, they usually move against the current. You can see them break the surface and slap the water with their wings. Mantas come in all sizes and colours, from light grey with dazzling white underbellies, to jet black with touches of white on their mandibles. They can be curious and a close up experience is quite possible.<br />
Highlights: Recommended for the more experienced diver. Manta rays, exhilarating drift dives and/or calm conditions. Snorkelling is possible when conditions permitting.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: DIVING PADANG BAY</strong><br />
Padang Bay is located east coast of Bali near by the Padang bay harbor, a port to cross to Lombok or other islands. It is about 25 minutes from Amed and 1,5 - 2 hours drive from airport.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: East coast of Bali, 1,5 - 2 hours from air port by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops, white sand beach diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 to 33 metres<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: Located about 90 kilometres, North of Sanur. This picturesque bay is surrounded by majestic cliff, and hill. It is ideal for dives at 3 to 20 meters depth. Padang bay offers a Sea view-Photography. Here the water is strewn with a full growth of corals, fishes will surely guarantee an impressive underwater adventure.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: DIVING TULAMBEN</strong><br />
Tulamben is small village in eastern of Bali. in 1963 Bali&#8217;s highest Mount Agung was erupted, showering whole villages with ash and sending lava, creating powerful rolled the Liberty ship into to the deeper water and broke her at the bow and stern. Now the most famous diving area in Bali, and attracts divers from all over the world. Although sharks, molas, mantas, dolphins, tuna and other pelagic visit Tulamben, these are occasional and unpredictable events. It is the sheer richness of Tulamben that is always there, and this is what inspires people to dive here again and again. It is wonderful place to learn about underwater life. You could come here with a good underwater field guide, and over the course of weeks diving, find most of the animals listed just by exploring the wreck, the patch reef in front of the resorts and the wall.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: East coast of Bali, 110 km from air port by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops and drop off diving, wreck diving, beach/shore diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: the water clarity here is very good. The situated has many rock and black volcanic sandy beach. Usually very calm flat surface though full moon, especially after the New Year or in late summer, can bring in big waves. The temperatures are generally around 27Â°C or 28Â°C, for all levels.<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The main attraction is the wreck of the USS Liberty, famous for the amazing variety of marine life found there. This is a must-dive site in Bali, and a photographers&#8217; paradise. Other sites include a great drop-off, a shallow coral garden, and a deep coral reef. Tulamben is the best place to night dive in Bali and, being on the East coast, you can take an unforgettable sunrise dive. the reefs are so healthy they rewards any scale, from a distance, the huge school of big eye of jacks swirling across the wreck like a great silver storm, barracuda, wrasse napoleon, hump head parrotfish, closer you can see mops of black coral and bright sponges and little sharp-nosed puffers fish, closer yet you see very tiny pigmy sea horse hang in to the gorgonians, scorpion fish tucked in among the rusted decking, fields of garden eels, comet fish, goby, moray eel, butterfly fish, and finally, with your mask against the bottom, ghost pipe fish, crab, anglerfish, leaf scorpion fish, nudibranches.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: DIVING AMED</strong><br />
Amed is located on the north-east coast of Bali. By car, about 15 mins south of Tulamben, along the main road, and then 15mins on a local road, so Amed is much prettier than Tulamben. Due to the easy conditions at Amed, it is suitable both for novice and experienced divers. On the outskirts of Amed, you can see traditional salt-panning and buy sea salt as a souvenir of your visit!<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: North-East coast of Bali, 120 km from airport by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops and drop off diving, black sand beach diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 to 33 metres<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: Located about 120 kilometres North-East of Sanur, with a beautiful solitary beach and fully grown with anemone, gorgons and sponge, small to large fishes , make this underwater part of Bali. Immediately outside Jemeluk Bay are 2 dive sites, Amed Wall and Amed Reef, both of which can be done as a shore- or boat-dives. The boats are small outriggers (jukung) - long and narrow fishing boats. It is Ideal for beginners and professional divers.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07 - 08: DIVING MENJANGAN ISLAND</strong><br />
Menjangan is mean &#8220;deer&#8217; is part of the west Bali National Park with 3 km2 wide long island. First recognized dive destination on 1978 by The Indonesian Navy and including a group of the   nations, a pioneer diving in Bali. Located at northwest of Bali, 160 km from Denpasar. Menjangan is one of the most prospected dive site in Bali, has greatest dive site of gorgonians of any area on Bali.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
Menjangan&#8217;s western tip holds a deeper. But more interesting dives on an old wreck. The so-called &#8220;Anker&#8221; wreck is just off the coast, near a small dock and guard post maintain by the Park Service. The Guard post is about a 30 minutes boat ride where our craft anchored about 75 meters from the beach at a point designated by our guide. We entered the water near the reef edge and dropped some 5 meters through very clear water (more than 20 meters visibility) right onto the large coral-encrusted anchor of our sunken ship. Dropping over the reef edge, we followed a fairly steep slope with bits and pieces of wreckage and anchor chain down to 30 meters where the ship was resting, prow shoreward. Along the way, we might see a white-tip shark (sharks and rays are common here) and few lizard fishes.<br />
Type of dive: wall dive, wreck dive, cape dive, boat dive, beach dive<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The best wall diving in Bali, with a very bright &amp; colourful underwater world. Lots of different sites to choose from, including a wooden shipwreck starting at 35m. Here there is rich marine life and sandy beach to relax over lunch. Pigmy sea horse, whale shark, garden eels, lion fish, barracuda, cattle fish, squid, turtle, eagle rays,<br />
Conditions: A sheltered corner of Bali, which means clear &amp; calm conditions.</p>
<p><strong>Day 09: FREE AT LEISURE</strong><br />
Today is your free day after a few days of diving. You may take some optional tours or relaxation by the pool or beach near by your hotel side. Shopping is the best option before leaving Bali. Souvenir hunting is the choices of activity to end your vacation in Bali.<br />
Meals included: breakfast</p>
<p><strong>Day 10: BALI DEPARTURE</strong><br />
Today is your last day in Bali. You may take a short walk around hotel or enjoy hotel&#8217;s facilities for last minutes. Our guide will pick you up at lobby and transfer you to airport to catch flight to the next destination.<br />
Meals included: breakfast</p>
<h3>PRICES</h3>
<table border="0" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="3" width="100%" bgcolor="#000000">
<tbody>
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<td colspan="3" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>BALI DIVING SAFARI</strong><strong></strong></p>
<p><strong>10 days - 9 nights (7 dive days â€“ 14 dives)</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666"><strong>Twin share</strong></td>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666"><strong>Single supplement</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666">USD 1,121.00</td>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666">USD 322.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Package rates include:</p>
<ul>
<li>9-nights accommodation<br />
Dive in Nusa Penida: based on Aston Bali or similar 4* hotel<br />
Dive in Padang Bay: based on Puri Bagus Candidasa or similar hotel<br />
Dive in Tulamben and Amed: based on Coral View Villas or similar hotel<br />
Dive in Menjangan: based on Mimpi Resort or similar hotel</li>
<li>Meals as stated in the program</li>
<li>Land and sea transfer as stated in the program</li>
<li>2 x dive in Tulamben</li>
<li>2 x dive in Amed</li>
<li>2 x dive in Padang Bay</li>
<li>4 x dive in Menjangan</li>
<li>2 x dive in Nusa Penida</li>
<li>2 x dive in Nusa Penida (Manta Point)</li>
<li>Tanks, weight-belt, snorkelling equipment if required</li>
<li>English speaking dive master and dive guide during the diving safari</li>
<li>Hot coffee and tea service on the boat (dive at Nusa Penida only)</li>
<li>Dive insurance</li>
<li>English speaking guide escort during transfers</li>
<li>Government tax and service charge</li>
</ul>
<p>Package rates exclude:</p>
<ul>
<li>Diving equipment such as BCD, regulator, wet suit</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>High, peak season surcharges (01 Jul â€“ 31 Aug at USD 20.00 per room per night; 25 Dec â€“ 05 Jan at USD 30.00 per room per night)</li>
<li>Compulsory meals during peak season</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Domestic and international passenger service charges</li>
<li>Extra baggage charges at domestic and international airports</li>
<li>Airports and hotels porters</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides, dive masters, crew and drivers</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p>Diving equipment rental:</p>
<ul>
<li>Regulator: USD 7.00 per day</li>
<li>BCD: USD 7.00 per day</li>
<li>Wet suit : USD 6.00 per day</li>
<li>Extra dive: USD 30.00 per dive</li>
<li>Night dive: USD 50.00 per person</li>
<li>Under water light: USD 6.00 per day</li>
<li>NITROX: USD 7.00 per tank</li>
</ul>
<p>General conditions:</p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid for certified divers only</li>
<li>Rates valid for minimum 2 persons travelling together</li>
<li>Rates are valid for new bookings only, last check-out on 31 March 2010</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
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		<title>Bali Diving Safari 9 Days - 8 Nights</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Manta Point dive site which is located south-west Nusa Penida is one of Bali's most frequently visited dive sites. It's possible to encounter the mighty Manta Ray year round at this location. Dive conditions can be challenging at this place because this part of Nusa Penida is under the influence of the ocean to the south.]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: BALI ARRIVAL</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport, our guide will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel.<br />
Meals included: -</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: DIVING NUSA PENIDA</strong><br />
Nusa Penida Island is difficult place to make a living as a farmer. It is much too dry to grow rice because limestone plateau covering about two hundred square kilometres ,There is no volcanic rock here at all and the soil is weathered limestone, even drinking water must came from cisterns. Early twentieth century, this bleak island was used as a penal colony by the king of Klungkung but now Nusa Penida island is one the most destination for cruising and the best dive site in Bali<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
It offers sparkling clear water, very healthy coral and abundant fish life, including big pelagic. At its worst, the current can send you roaring along so fast that you do not have much time to appreciate these charms. There are three islands are one of the best dive site. These islands have several famous dive sites with it own character. Strong but predictable current can be expected at anytime. On this dive site you have the chance to see turtles, sharks, manta, ton of swarms coral fishes and you may lucky see mola-mola (sunfish) due July and November.<br />
Location: the south- east coast of Bali<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: Boat diving, drift diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: mild to strong<br />
<strong>Depths</strong>: 5 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: Usual temperature around 28Â°C, but the strong currents and sharp thermo clines can occasionally bring it down to the low 20Â°. Good visibility. Surface currents &amp; surface swell.<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The healthiest corals in Bali, and home to a huge variety of reef fish. It is great for drift diving, and the best place to see mola-mola (sunfish) Manta in season. It is also dramatic above-water scenery.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: DIVING NUSA PENIDA (MANTA POINT)</strong><br />
Manta Point dive site which is located south-west Nusa Penida is one of Bali&#8217;s most frequently visited dive sites. It&#8217;s possible to encounter the mighty Manta Ray year round at this location. Dive conditions can be challenging at this place because this part of Nusa Penida is under the influence of the ocean to the south.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: South Nusa Penida<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 5-20 metres<br />
<strong>Depths</strong>: 3-24 metres<br />
<strong>Diving Conditions</strong>: Can be a calm dive and good for snorkelling but weather, tide and current conditions can turn this site into a whirlpool in addition to making access slow and difficult.<br />
<strong>Underwater Topography</strong>: Manta point and its sibling, bat rock, sit along the wild cliff-line of south Nusa Penida.<br />
<strong>Marine life</strong>: During April, May and June Manta Rays (Manta Birostris) crowd along this reef, they come to mate, give birth, and visit cleaning stations. They swim into the currents with their mouths gaping to feed, they usually move against the current. You can see them break the surface and slap the water with their wings. Mantas come in all sizes and colours, from light grey with dazzling white underbellies, to jet black with touches of white on their mandibles. They can be curious and a close up experience is quite possible.<br />
Highlights: Recommended for the more experienced diver. Manta rays, exhilarating drift dives and/or calm conditions. Snorkelling is possible when conditions permitting.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04 - 05: DIVING PADANG BAY</strong><br />
Padang Bay is located east coast of Bali near by the Padang bay harbor, a port to cross to Lombok or other islands. It is about 25 minutes from Amed and 1,5 - 2 hours drive from airport.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: East coast of Bali, 1,5 - 2 hours from air port by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops, white sand beach diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 to 33 metres<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: Located about 90 kilometres, North of Sanur. This picturesque bay is surrounded by majestic cliff, and hill. It is ideal for dives at 3 to 20 meters depth. Padang bay offers a Sea view-Photography. Here the water is strewn with a full growth of corals, fishes will surely guarantee an impressive underwater adventure.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: DIVING TULAMBEN</strong><br />
Tulamben is small village in eastern of Bali. in 1963 Bali&#8217;s highest Mount Agung was erupted, showering whole villages with ash and sending lava, creating powerful rolled the Liberty ship into to the deeper water and broke her at the bow and stern. Now the most famous diving area in Bali, and attracts divers from all over the world. Although sharks, molas, mantas, dolphins, tuna and other pelagic visit Tulamben, these are occasional and unpredictable events. It is the sheer richness of Tulamben that is always there, and this is what inspires people to dive here again and again. It is wonderful place to learn about underwater life. You could come here with a good underwater field guide, and over the course of weeks diving, find most of the animals listed just by exploring the wreck, the patch reef in front of the resorts and the wall.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: East coast of Bali, 110 km from air port by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops and drop off diving, wreck diving, beach/shore diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: the water clarity here is very good. The situated has many rock and black volcanic sandy beach. Usually very calm flat surface though full moon, especially after the New Year or in late summer, can bring in big waves. The temperatures are generally around 27Â°C or 28Â°C, for all levels.<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The main attraction is the wreck of the USS Liberty, famous for the amazing variety of marine life found there. This is a must-dive site in Bali, and a photographers&#8217; paradise. Other sites include a great drop-off, a shallow coral garden, and a deep coral reef. Tulamben is the best place to night dive in Bali and, being on the East coast, you can take an unforgettable sunrise dive. the reefs are so healthy they rewards any scale, from a distance, the huge school of big eye of jacks swirling across the wreck like a great silver storm, barracuda, wrasse napoleon, hump head parrotfish, closer you can see mops of black coral and bright sponges and little sharp-nosed puffers fish, closer yet you see very tiny pigmy sea horse hang in to the gorgonians, scorpion fish tucked in among the rusted decking, fields of garden eels, comet fish, goby, moray eel, butterfly fish, and finally, with your mask against the bottom, ghost pipe fish, crab, anglerfish, leaf scorpion fish, nudibranches.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: DIVING AMED</strong><br />
Amed is located on the north-east coast of Bali. By car, about 15 mins south of Tulamben, along the main road, and then 15mins on a local road, so Amed is much prettier than Tulamben. Due to the easy conditions at Amed, it is suitable both for novice and experienced divers. On the outskirts of Amed, you can see traditional salt-panning and buy sea salt as a souvenir of your visit!<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: North-East coast of Bali, 120 km from airport by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops and drop off diving, black sand beach diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 to 33 metres<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: Located about 120 kilometres North-East of Sanur, with a beautiful solitary beach and fully grown with anemone, gorgons and sponge, small to large fishes , make this underwater part of Bali. Immediately outside Jemeluk Bay are 2 dive sites, Amed Wall and Amed Reef, both of which can be done as a shore- or boat-dives. The boats are small outriggers (jukung) - long and narrow fishing boats. It is Ideal for beginners and professional divers.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: FREE AT LEISURE</strong><br />
Today is your free day after a few days of diving. You may take some optional tours or relaxation by the pool or beach near by your hotel side. Shopping is the best option before leaving Bali. Souvenir hunting is the choices of activity to end your vacation in Bali.<br />
Meals included: breakfast</p>
<p><strong>Day 09: BALI DEPARTURE</strong><br />
Today is your last day in Bali. You may take a short walk around hotel or enjoy hotel&#8217;s facilities for last minutes. Our guide will pick you up at lobby and transfer you to airport to catch flight to the next destination.<br />
Meals included: breakfast</p>
<h3>PRICES</h3>
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<td colspan="3" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>BALI DIVING SAFARI</strong><strong></strong></p>
<p><strong>9 days - 8 nights (6 dive days â€“ 12 dives)</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666"><strong>Twin share</strong></td>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666"><strong>Single supplement</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666">USD 897.00</td>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666">USD 260.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Package rates include:</p>
<ul>
<li>8-nights accommodation<br />
Dive in Nusa Penida: based on Aston Bali or similar 4* hotel<br />
Dive in Padang Bay: based on Puri Bagus Candidasa or similar hotel<br />
Dive in Tulamben and Amed: based on Coral View Villas or similar hotel</li>
<li>Meals as stated in the program</li>
<li>Land and sea transfer as stated in the program</li>
<li>2 x dive in Tulamben</li>
<li>2 x dive in Amed</li>
<li>4 x dive in Padang Bay</li>
<li>2 x dive in Nusa Penida</li>
<li>2 x dive in Nusa Penida (Manta Point)</li>
<li>Tanks, weight-belt, snorkelling equipment if required</li>
<li>English speaking dive master and dive guide during the diving safari</li>
<li>Hot coffee and tea service on the boat (dive at Nusa Penida only)</li>
<li>Dive insurance</li>
<li>English speaking guide escort during transfers</li>
<li>Government tax and service charge</li>
</ul>
<p>Package rates exclude:</p>
<ul>
<li>Diving equipment such as BCD, regulator, wet suit</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>High, peak season surcharges (01 Jul â€“ 31 Aug at USD 20.00 per room per night; 25 Dec â€“ 05 Jan at USD 30.00 per room per night)</li>
<li>Compulsory meals during peak season</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Domestic and international passenger service charges</li>
<li>Extra baggage charges at domestic and international airports</li>
<li>Airports and hotels porters</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides, dive masters, crew and drivers</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p>Diving equipment rental:</p>
<ul>
<li>Regulator: USD 7.00 per day</li>
<li>BCD: USD 7.00 per day</li>
<li>Wet suit : USD 6.00 per day</li>
<li>Extra dive: USD 30.00 per dive</li>
<li>Night dive: USD 50.00 per person</li>
<li>Under water light: USD 6.00 per day</li>
<li>NITROX: USD 7.00 per tank</li>
</ul>
<p>General conditions:</p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid for certified divers only</li>
<li>Rates valid for minimum 2 persons travelling together</li>
<li>Rates are valid for new bookings only, last check-out on 31 March 2010</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
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		<title>Bali Diving Safari 8 Days - 7 Nights</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[It offers sparkling clear water, very healthy coral and abundant fish life, including big pelagic. At its worst, the current can send you roaring along so fast that you do not have much time to appreciate these charms. There are three islands are one of the best dive site. These islands have several famous dive sites with it own character. Strong but predictable current can be expected at anytime.]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: BALI ARRIVAL</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport, our guide will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel.<br />
Meals included: -</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: DIVING NUSA PENIDA</strong><br />
Nusa Penida Island is difficult place to make a living as a farmer. It is much too dry to grow rice because limestone plateau covering about two hundred square kilometres ,There is no volcanic rock here at all and the soil is weathered limestone, even drinking water must came from cisterns. Early twentieth century, this bleak island was used as a penal colony by the king of Klungkung but now Nusa Penida island is one the most destination for cruising and the best dive site in Bali<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
It offers sparkling clear water, very healthy coral and abundant fish life, including big pelagic. At its worst, the current can send you roaring along so fast that you do not have much time to appreciate these charms. There are three islands are one of the best dive site. These islands have several famous dive sites with it own character. Strong but predictable current can be expected at anytime. On this dive site you have the chance to see turtles, sharks, manta, ton of swarms coral fishes and you may lucky see mola-mola (sunfish) due July and November.<br />
<strong>Location</strong>: the south- east coast of Bali<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: Boat diving, drift diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: mild to strong<br />
<strong>Depths</strong>: 5 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: Usual temperature around 28Â°C, but the strong currents and sharp thermo clines can occasionally bring it down to the low 20Â°. Good visibility. Surface currents &amp; surface swell.<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The healthiest corals in Bali, and home to a huge variety of reef fish. It is great for drift diving, and the best place to see mola-mola (sunfish) Manta in season. It is also dramatic above-water scenery.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: DIVING NUSA PENIDA (MANTA POINT)</strong><br />
Manta Point dive site which is located south-west Nusa Penida is one of Bali&#8217;s most frequently visited dive sites. It&#8217;s possible to encounter the mighty Manta Ray year round at this location. Dive conditions can be challenging at this place because this part of Nusa Penida is under the influence of the ocean to the south.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: South Nusa Penida<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 5-20 metres<br />
<strong>Depths</strong>: 3-24 metres<br />
<strong>Diving Conditions</strong>: Can be a calm dive and good for snorkelling but weather, tide and current conditions can turn this site into a whirlpool in addition to making access slow and difficult.<br />
<strong>Underwater Topography</strong>: Manta point and its sibling, bat rock, sit along the wild cliff-line of south Nusa Penida.<br />
<strong>Marine life</strong>: During April, May and June Manta Rays (Manta Birostris) crowd along this reef, they come to mate, give birth, and visit cleaning stations. They swim into the currents with their mouths gaping to feed, they usually move against the current. You can see them break the surface and slap the water with their wings. Mantas come in all sizes and colours, from light grey with dazzling white underbellies, to jet black with touches of white on their mandibles. They can be curious and a close up experience is quite possible.<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: Recommended for the more experienced diver. Manta rays, exhilarating drift dives and/or calm conditions. Snorkelling is possible when conditions permitting.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: DIVING TULAMBEN</strong><br />
Tulamben is small village in eastern of Bali. in 1963 Bali&#8217;s highest Mount Agung was erupted, showering whole villages with ash and sending lava, creating powerful rolled the Liberty ship into to the deeper water and broke her at the bow and stern. Now the most famous diving area in Bali, and attracts divers from all over the world. Although sharks, molas, mantas, dolphins, tuna and other pelagic visit Tulamben, these are occasional and unpredictable events. It is the sheer richness of Tulamben that is always there, and this is what inspires people to dive here again and again. It is wonderful place to learn about underwater life. You could come here with a good underwater field guide, and over the course of weeks diving, find most of the animals listed just by exploring the wreck, the patch reef in front of the resorts and the wall.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: East coast of Bali, 110 km from air port by car<br />
Type of dive: slops and drop off diving, wreck diving, beach/shore diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: the water clarity here is very good. The situated has many rock and black volcanic sandy beach. Usually very calm flat surface though full moon, especially after the New Year or in late summer, can bring in big waves. The temperatures are generally around 27Â°C or 28Â°C, for all levels.<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The main attraction is the wreck of the USS Liberty, famous for the amazing variety of marine life found there. This is a must-dive site in Bali, and a photographers&#8217; paradise. Other sites include a great drop-off, a shallow coral garden, and a deep coral reef. Tulamben is the best place to night dive in Bali and, being on the East coast, you can take an unforgettable sunrise dive. the reefs are so healthy they rewards any scale, from a distance, the huge school of big eye of jacks swirling across the wreck like a great silver storm, barracuda, wrasse napoleon, hump head parrotfish, closer you can see mops of black coral and bright sponges and little sharp-nosed puffers fish, closer yet you see very tiny pigmy sea horse hang in to the gorgonians, scorpion fish tucked in among the rusted decking, fields of garden eels, comet fish, goby, moray eel, butterfly fish, and finally, with your mask against the bottom, ghost pipe fish, crab, anglerfish, leaf scorpion fish, nudibranches.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: DIVING AMED</strong><br />
Amed is located on the north-east coast of Bali. By car, about 15 mins south of Tulamben, along the main road, and then 15mins on a local road, so Amed is much prettier than Tulamben. Due to the easy conditions at Amed, it is suitable both for novice and experienced divers. On the outskirts of Amed, you can see traditional salt-panning and buy sea salt as a souvenir of your visit!<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: North-East coast of Bali, 120 km from airport by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops and drop off diving, black sand beach diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 to 33 metres<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: Located about 120 kilometres North-East of Sanur, with a beautiful solitary beach and fully grown with anemone, gorgons and sponge, small to large fishes , make this underwater part of Bali. Immediately outside Jemeluk Bay are 2 dive sites, Amed Wall and Amed Reef, both of which can be done as a shore- or boat-dives. The boats are small outriggers (jukung) - long and narrow fishing boats. It is Ideal for beginners and professional divers.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: DIVING PADANG BAY</strong><br />
Padang Bay is located east coast of Bali near by the Padang bay harbor, a port to cross to Lombok or other islands. It is about 25 minutes from Amed and 1,5 - 2 hours drive from airport.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: East coast of Bali, 1,5 - 2 hours from air port by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops, white sand beach diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 to 33 metres<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: Located about 90 kilometres, North of Sanur. This picturesque bay is surrounded by majestic cliff, and hill. It is ideal for dives at 3 to 20 meters depth. Padang bay offers a Sea view-Photography. Here the water is strewn with a full growth of corals, fishes will surely guarantee an impressive underwater adventure.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: FREE AT LEISURE</strong><br />
Today is your free day after a few days of diving. You may take some optional tours or relaxation by the pool or beach near by your hotel side. Shopping is the best option before leaving Bali. Souvenir hunting is the choices of activity to end your vacation in Bali.<br />
Meals included: breakfast</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: BALI DEPARTURE</strong><br />
Today is your last day in Bali. You may take a short walk around hotel or enjoy hotel&#8217;s facilities for last minutes. Our guide will pick you up at lobby and transfer you to airport to catch flight to the next destination.<br />
Meals included: breakfast</p>
<h3>PRICES</h3>
<table border="0" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="3" width="100%" bgcolor="#000000">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="3" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>BALI DIVING SAFARI</strong><strong></strong></p>
<p><strong>8 days - 7 nights (5 dive days â€“ 10 dives)</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666"><strong>Twin share</strong></td>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666"><strong>Single supplement</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666">USD 772.00</td>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666">USD 222.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Package rates include:</p>
<ul>
<li>7-nights accommodation<br />
Dive in Nusa Penida: based on Aston Bali or similar 4* hotel<br />
Dive in Tulamben, Amed and Padang Bay: based on Coral View Villas or similar hotel</li>
<li>Meals as stated in the program</li>
<li>Land and sea transfer as stated in the program</li>
<li>2 x dive in Tulamben</li>
<li>2 x dive in Amed</li>
<li>2 x dive in Padang Bay</li>
<li>2 x dive in Nusa Penida</li>
<li>2 x dive in Nusa Penida (Manta Point)</li>
<li>Tanks, weight-belt, snorkelling equipment if required</li>
<li>English speaking dive master and dive guide during the diving safari</li>
<li>Hot coffee and tea service on the boat (dive at Nusa Penida only)</li>
<li>Dive insurance</li>
<li>English speaking guide escort during transfers</li>
<li>Government tax and service charge</li>
</ul>
<p>Package rates exclude:</p>
<ul>
<li>Diving equipment such as BCD, regulator, wet suit</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>High, peak season surcharges (01 Jul â€“ 31 Aug at USD 20.00 per room per night; 25 Dec â€“ 05 Jan at USD 30.00 per room per night)</li>
<li>Compulsory meals during peak season</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Domestic and international passenger service charges</li>
<li>Extra baggage charges at domestic and international airports</li>
<li>Airports and hotels porters</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides, dive masters, crew and drivers</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p>Diving equipment rental:</p>
<ul>
<li>Regulator: USD 7.00 per day</li>
<li>BCD: USD 7.00 per day</li>
<li>Wet suit : USD 6.00 per day</li>
<li>Extra dive: USD 30.00 per dive</li>
<li>Night dive: USD 50.00 per person</li>
<li>Under water light: USD 6.00 per day</li>
<li>NITROX: USD 7.00 per tank</li>
</ul>
<p>General conditions:</p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid for certified divers only</li>
<li>Rates valid for minimum 2 persons travelling together</li>
<li>Rates are valid for new bookings only, last check-out on 31 March 2010</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
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		<title>Bali Diving Safari 7 Days - 6 Nights</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Nusa Penida Island is difficult place to make a living as a farmer. It is much too dry to grow rice because limestone plateau covering about two hundred square kilometres ,There is no volcanic rock here at all and the soil is weathered limestone, even drinking water must came from cisterns. Early twentieth century, this bleak island was used as a penal colony by the king of Klungkung but now Nusa Penida island is one the most destination for cruising and the best dive site in Bali]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: BALI ARRIVAL</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport, our guide will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel.<br />
Meals included: -</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: DIVING NUSA PENIDA</strong><br />
Nusa Penida Island is difficult place to make a living as a farmer. It is much too dry to grow rice because limestone plateau covering about two hundred square kilometres ,There is no volcanic rock here at all and the soil is weathered limestone, even drinking water must came from cisterns. Early twentieth century, this bleak island was used as a penal colony by the king of Klungkung but now Nusa Penida island is one the most destination for cruising and the best dive site in Bali<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
It offers sparkling clear water, very healthy coral and abundant fish life, including big pelagic. At its worst, the current can send you roaring along so fast that you do not have much time to appreciate these charms. There are three islands are one of the best dive site. These islands have several famous dive sites with it own character. Strong but predictable current can be expected at anytime. On this dive site you have the chance to see turtles, sharks, manta, ton of swarms coral fishes and you may lucky see mola-mola (sunfish) due July and November.<br />
<strong>Location</strong>: the south- east coast of Bali<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: Boat diving, drift diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: mild to strong<br />
<strong>Depths</strong>: 5 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: Usual temperature around 28Â°C, but the strong currents and sharp thermo clines can occasionally bring it down to the low 20Â°. Good visibility. Surface currents &amp; surface swell.<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The healthiest corals in Bali, and home to a huge variety of reef fish. It is great for drift diving, and the best place to see mola-mola (sunfish) Manta in season. It is also dramatic above-water scenery.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: DIVING NUSA PENIDA (MANTA POINT)</strong><br />
Manta Point dive site which is located south-west Nusa Penida is one of Bali&#8217;s most frequently visited dive sites. It&#8217;s possible to encounter the mighty Manta Ray year round at this location. Dive conditions can be challenging at this place because this part of Nusa Penida is under the influence of the ocean to the south.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: South Nusa Penida<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 5-20 metres<br />
<strong>Depths</strong>: 3-24 metres<br />
<strong>Diving Conditions</strong>: Can be a calm dive and good for snorkelling but weather, tide and current conditions can turn this site into a whirlpool in addition to making access slow and difficult.<br />
<strong>Underwater Topography</strong>: Manta point and its sibling, bat rock, sit along the wild cliff-line of south Nusa Penida.<br />
<strong>Marine life</strong>: During April, May and June Manta Rays (Manta Birostris) crowd along this reef, they come to mate, give birth, and visit cleaning stations. They swim into the currents with their mouths gaping to feed, they usually move against the current. You can see them break the surface and slap the water with their wings. Mantas come in all sizes and colours, from light grey with dazzling white underbellies, to jet black with touches of white on their mandibles. They can be curious and a close up experience is quite possible.<br />
Highlights: Recommended for the more experienced diver. Manta rays, exhilarating drift dives and/or calm conditions. Snorkelling is possible when conditions permitting.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: DIVING TULAMBEN</strong><br />
Tulamben is small village in eastern of Bali. in 1963 Bali&#8217;s highest Mount Agung was erupted, showering whole villages with ash and sending lava, creating powerful rolled the Liberty ship into to the deeper water and broke her at the bow and stern. Now the most famous diving area in Bali, and attracts divers from all over the world. Although sharks, molas, mantas, dolphins, tuna and other pelagic visit Tulamben, these are occasional and unpredictable events. It is the sheer richness of Tulamben that is always there, and this is what inspires people to dive here again and again. It is wonderful place to learn about underwater life. You could come here with a good underwater field guide, and over the course of weeks diving, find most of the animals listed just by exploring the wreck, the patch reef in front of the resorts and the wall.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: East coast of Bali, 110 km from air port by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops and drop off diving, wreck diving, beach/shore diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: the water clarity here is very good. The situated has many rock and black volcanic sandy beach. Usually very calm flat surface though full moon, especially after the New Year or in late summer, can bring in big waves. The temperatures are generally around 27Â°C or 28Â°C, for all levels.<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The main attraction is the wreck of the USS Liberty, famous for the amazing variety of marine life found there. This is a must-dive site in Bali, and a photographers&#8217; paradise. Other sites include a great drop-off, a shallow coral garden, and a deep coral reef. Tulamben is the best place to night dive in Bali and, being on the East coast, you can take an unforgettable sunrise dive. the reefs are so healthy they rewards any scale, from a distance, the huge school of big eye of jacks swirling across the wreck like a great silver storm, barracuda, wrasse napoleon, hump head parrotfish, closer you can see mops of black coral and bright sponges and little sharp-nosed puffers fish, closer yet you see very tiny pigmy sea horse hang in to the gorgonians, scorpion fish tucked in among the rusted decking, fields of garden eels, comet fish, goby, moray eel, butterfly fish, and finally, with your mask against the bottom, ghost pipe fish, crab, anglerfish, leaf scorpion fish, nudibranches.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: DIVING AMED</strong><br />
Amed is located on the north-east coast of Bali. By car, about 15 mins south of Tulamben, along the main road, and then 15mins on a local road, so Amed is much prettier than Tulamben. Due to the easy conditions at Amed, it is suitable both for novice and experienced divers. On the outskirts of Amed, you can see traditional salt-panning and buy sea salt as a souvenir of your visit!<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: North-East coast of Bali, 120 km from airport by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops and drop off diving, black sand beach diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 to 33 metres<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: Located about 120 kilometres North-East of Sanur, with a beautiful solitary beach and fully grown with anemone, gorgons and sponge, small to large fishes , make this underwater part of Bali. Immediately outside Jemeluk Bay are 2 dive sites, Amed Wall and Amed Reef, both of which can be done as a shore- or boat-dives. The boats are small outriggers (jukung) - long and narrow fishing boats. It is Ideal for beginners and professional divers.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: FREE AT LEISURE</strong><br />
Today is your free day after a few days of diving. You may take some optional tours or relaxation by the pool or beach near by your hotel side. Shopping is the best option before leaving Bali. Souvenir hunting is the choices of activity to end your vacation in Bali.<br />
Meals included: breakfast</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: BALI DEPARTURE</strong><br />
Today is your last day in Bali. You may take a short walk around hotel or enjoy hotel&#8217;s facilities for last minutes. Our guide will pick you up at lobby and transfer you to airport to catch flight to the next destination.<br />
Meals included: breakfast</p>
<h3>PRICES</h3>
<table border="0" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="3" width="100%" bgcolor="#000000">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="3" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>BALI DIVING SAFARI</strong><strong></strong></p>
<p><strong>7 days - 6 nights (4 dive days â€“ 8 dives)</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666"><strong>Twin share</strong></td>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666"><strong>Single supplement</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666">USD 662.00</td>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666">USD 200.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Package rates include:</p>
<ul>
<li>6-nights accommodation<br />
Dive in Nusa Penida: based on Aston Bali or similar 4* hotel<br />
Dive in Tulamben and Amed: based on Coral View Villas or similar hotel</li>
<li>Meals as stated in the program</li>
<li>Land and sea transfer as stated in the program</li>
<li>2 x dive in Tulamben</li>
<li>2 x dive in Amed</li>
<li>2 x dive in Nusa Penida</li>
<li>2 x dive in Nusa Penida (Manta Point)</li>
<li>Tanks, weight-belt, snorkelling equipment if required</li>
<li>English speaking dive master and dive guide during the diving safari</li>
<li>Hot coffee and tea service on the boat (dive at Nusa Penida only)</li>
<li>Dive insurance</li>
<li>English speaking guide escort during transfers</li>
<li>Government tax and service charge</li>
</ul>
<p>Package rates exclude:</p>
<ul>
<li>Diving equipment such as BCD, regulator, wet suit</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>High, peak season surcharges (01 Jul â€“ 31 Aug at USD 20.00 per room per night; 25 Dec â€“ 05 Jan at USD 30.00 per room per night)</li>
<li>Compulsory meals during peak season</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Domestic and international passenger service charges</li>
<li>Extra baggage charges at domestic and international airports</li>
<li>Airports and hotels porters</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides, dive masters, crew and drivers</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p>Diving equipment rental:</p>
<ul>
<li>Regulator: USD 7.00 per day</li>
<li>BCD: USD 7.00 per day</li>
<li>Wet suit : USD 6.00 per day</li>
<li>Extra dive: USD 30.00 per dive</li>
<li>Night dive: USD 50.00 per person</li>
<li>Under water light: USD 6.00 per day</li>
<li>NITROX: USD 7.00 per tank</li>
</ul>
<p>General conditions:</p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid for certified divers only</li>
<li>Rates valid for minimum 2 persons travelling together</li>
<li>Rates are valid for new bookings only, last check-out on 31 March 2010</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
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		<title>Bali Diving Safari 6 Days - 5 Nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 15:28:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tulamben is small village in eastern of Bali. in 1963 Baliâ€™s highest Mount Agung was erupted, showering whole villages with ash and sending lava, creating powerful rolled the Liberty ship into to the deeper water and broke her at the bow and stern. Now the most famous diving area in Bali, and attracts divers from all over the world. ]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: BALI ARRIVAL</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport, our guide will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel.<br />
Meals included: -</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: DIVING TULAMBEN</strong><br />
Tulamben is small village in eastern of Bali. in 1963 Bali&#8217;s highest Mount Agung was erupted, showering whole villages with ash and sending lava, creating powerful rolled the Liberty ship into to the deeper water and broke her at the bow and stern. Now the most famous diving area in Bali, and attracts divers from all over the world. Although sharks, molas, mantas, dolphins, tuna and other pelagic visit Tulamben, these are occasional and unpredictable events. It is the sheer richness of Tulamben that is always there, and this is what inspires people to dive here again and again. It is wonderful place to learn about underwater life. You could come here with a good underwater field guide, and over the course of weeks diving, find most of the animals listed just by exploring the wreck, the patch reef in front of the resorts and the wall.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: East coast of Bali, 110 km from air port by car<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: slops and drop off diving, wreck diving, beach/shore diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: zero to mild<br />
<strong>Depth</strong>: 3 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: the water clarity here is very good. The situated has many rock and black volcanic sandy beach. Usually very calm flat surface though full moon, especially after the New Year or in late summer, can bring in big waves. The temperatures are generally around 27Â°C or 28Â°C, for all levels.<br />
Highlights: The main attraction is the wreck of the USS Liberty, famous for the amazing variety of marine life found there. This is a must-dive site in Bali, and a photographers&#8217; paradise. Other sites include a great drop-off, a shallow coral garden, and a deep coral reef. Tulamben is the best place to night dive in Bali and, being on the East coast, you can take an unforgettable sunrise dive. the reefs are so healthy they rewards any scale, from a distance, the huge school of big eye of jacks swirling across the wreck like a great silver storm, barracuda, wrasse napoleon, hump head parrotfish, closer you can see mops of black coral and bright sponges and little sharp-nosed puffers fish, closer yet you see very tiny pigmy sea horse hang in to the gorgonians, scorpion fish tucked in among the rusted decking, fields of garden eels, comet fish, goby, moray eel, butterfly fish, and finally, with your mask against the bottom, ghost pipe fish, crab, anglerfish, leaf scorpion fish, nudibranches.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: DIVING NUSA PENIDA</strong><br />
Nusa Penida Island is difficult place to make a living as a farmer. It is much too dry to grow rice because limestone plateau covering about two hundred square kilometres ,There is no volcanic rock here at all and the soil is weathered limestone, even drinking water must came from cisterns. Early twentieth century, this bleak island was used as a penal colony by the king of Klungkung but now Nusa Penida island is one the most destination for cruising and the best dive site in Bali<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
It offers sparkling clear water, very healthy coral and abundant fish life, including big pelagic. At its worst, the current can send you roaring along so fast that you do not have much time to appreciate these charms. There are three islands are one of the best dive site. These islands have several famous dive sites with it own character. Strong but predictable current can be expected at anytime. On this dive site you have the chance to see turtles, sharks, manta, ton of swarms coral fishes and you may lucky see mola-mola (sunfish) due July and November.<br />
<strong>Location</strong>: the south- east coast of Bali<br />
<strong>Type of dive</strong>: Boat diving, drift diving<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 15 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Current</strong>: mild to strong<br />
<strong>Depths</strong>: 5 - 40 meters<br />
<strong>Conditions</strong>: Usual temperature around 28Â°C, but the strong currents and sharp thermo clines can occasionally bring it down to the low 20Â°. Good visibility. Surface currents &amp; surface swell.<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: The healthiest corals in Bali, and home to a huge variety of reef fish. It is great for drift diving, and the best place to see mola-mola (sunfish) Manta in season. It is also dramatic above-water scenery.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: DIVING NUSA PENIDA (MANTA POINT)</strong><br />
Manta Point dive site which is located south-west Nusa Penida is one of Bali&#8217;s most frequently visited dive sites. It&#8217;s possible to encounter the mighty Manta Ray year round at this location. Dive conditions can be challenging at this place because this part of Nusa Penida is under the influence of the ocean to the south.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and lunch box</p>
<p><em><strong>Dive spot information</strong></em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: South Nusa Penida<br />
<strong>Visibility</strong>: 5-20 metres<br />
<strong>Depths</strong>: 3-24 metres<br />
<strong>Diving Conditions</strong>: Can be a calm dive and good for snorkelling but weather, tide and current conditions can turn this site into a whirlpool in addition to making access slow and difficult.<br />
<strong>Underwater Topography</strong>: Manta point and its sibling, bat rock, sit along the wild cliff-line of south Nusa Penida.<br />
<strong>Marine life</strong>: During April, May and June Manta Rays (Manta Birostris) crowd along this reef, they come to mate, give birth, and visit cleaning stations. They swim into the currents with their mouths gaping to feed, they usually move against the current. You can see them break the surface and slap the water with their wings. Mantas come in all sizes and colours, from light grey with dazzling white underbellies, to jet black with touches of white on their mandibles. They can be curious and a close up experience is quite possible.<br />
<strong>Highlights</strong>: Recommended for the more experienced diver. Manta rays, exhilarating drift dives and/or calm conditions. Snorkelling is possible when conditions permitting.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: FREE AT LEISURE</strong><br />
Today is your free day after a few days of diving. You may take some optional tours or relaxation by the pool or beach near by your hotel side. Shopping is the best option before leaving Bali. Souvenir hunting is the choices of activity to end your vacation in Bali.<br />
Meals included: breakfast</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: BALI DEPARTURE</strong><br />
Today is your last day in Bali. You may take a short walk around hotel or enjoy hotel&#8217;s facilities for last minutes. Our guide will pick you up at lobby and transfer you to airport to catch flight to the next destination.<br />
Meals included: breakfast</p>
<h3>PRICES</h3>
<table width="100%" border="0" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1" bgcolor="#000">
<tr>
<td colspan="3" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>BALI DIVING SAFARI</strong><strong><br />
    6  days - 5 nights (3 dive days â€“ 6 dives)</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666"><strong>Twin share</strong></td>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666"><strong>Single supplement</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666">USD 547.00</td>
<td width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#666666">USD 172.00</td>
</tr>
</table>
<p>Package rates include:</p>
<ul>
<li>5-nights accommodation at Aston Bali or similar 4* hotel</li>
<li>Meals as stated in the program</li>
<li>Land and sea transfer as stated in the program</li>
<li>2 x dive in Tulamben</li>
<li>2 x dive in Nusa Penida</li>
<li>2 x dive in Nusa Penida (Manta Point)</li>
<li>Tanks, weight-belt, snorkelling equipment if required</li>
<li>English speaking dive master and dive guide during the diving safari</li>
<li>Hot coffee and tea service on the boat (dive at Nusa Penida only)</li>
<li>Dive insurance</li>
<li>English speaking guide escort during transfers</li>
<li>Government tax and service charge</li>
</ul>
<p>Package rates exclude:</p>
<ul>
<li>Diving equipment such as BCD, regulator, wet suit</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>High, peak season surcharges (01 Jul â€“ 31 Aug at USD 20.00 per room per night; 25 Dec â€“ 05 Jan at USD 30.00 per room per night)</li>
<li>Compulsory meals during peak season</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Domestic and international passenger service charges</li>
<li>Extra baggage charges at domestic and international airports</li>
<li>Airports and hotels porters</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides, dive masters, crew and drivers</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p>Diving equipment rental:</p>
<ul>
<li>Regulator: USD 7.00 per day</li>
<li>BCD: USD 7.00 per day</li>
<li>Wet suit : USD 6.00 per day</li>
<li>Extra dive: USD 30.00 per dive</li>
<li>Night dive: USD 50.00 per person</li>
<li>Under water light: USD 6.00 per day</li>
<li>NITROX: USD 7.00 per tank</li>
</ul>
<p>General conditions:</p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid for certified divers only</li>
<li>Rates valid for minimum 2 persons travelling together</li>
<li>Rates are valid for new bookings only, last check-out on 31 March 2010</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Health and well-being program is totally focused on the individual guest. They learn to feel fit, eat healthier, or simply unwind and reduce stress. For those interested in food planning or weight management, healthy cooking classes are available. At certain scheduled times throughout the year guests can also choose from private consultations and workshops addressing lifestyle changes, with visiting international specialists who will be residing in the resort.]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
Bali&#8217;s premier Health and Wellbeing Spa Retreat, Bagus Jati, is set in 5 hectares of hillside gardens amongst lush tropical forests in the mountains of Ubud, Bali. 8 circular deluxe spa villas, each with private spa facilities, 10 square superior villas with wide windows and western comfort, plus a complete health and wellbeing centre, organic gardens and gourmet restaurant, offer the guest the true spirit and grace of Asian inspired traditional healing.</p>
<p><strong>Bagus Jati Spa</strong><br />
The Health and well-being program is totally focused on the individual guest. They learn to feel fit, eat healthier, or simply unwind and reduce stress. For those interested in food planning or weight management, healthy cooking classes are available. At certain scheduled times throughout the year guests can also choose from private consultations and workshops addressing lifestyle changes, with visiting international specialists who will be residing in the resort.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-384" style="margin-right: 20px;" title="Bagus Jati Spa" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/bagus-jati01.jpg" alt="Bagus Jati Spa" width="238" height="237" /><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-385" title="Bagus Jati Spa" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/bagus-jati02.jpg" alt="Bagus Jati Spa" width="301" height="237" /></p>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Spa Packages</b></span></p>
<h3>NEW START</h3>
<p><strong>3 days - 2 nights New Start package</strong></p>
<table border="0" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="3" width="100%" bgcolor="#666666">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>Deluxe  Spa Villa</strong></td>
<td colspan="2" width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>Superior  Villa</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Twin  share per  person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Single  per person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Twin  share per  person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Single  per person</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  609.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  938.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  499.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  718.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Extra  night: USD 231.00 per room per night</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Extra  night: USD 149.00 per room per night</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Package includes :</p>
<ul>
<li>3 specially prepared vegetarian or spa cuisine meals per day</li>
<li>Free joining daily retreat activities</li>
<li>Complimentary use of health and well-being facilities, herbal steam rooms, spring water pool and hot water jacuzzi</li>
<li>Daily morning yoga class</li>
<li>Welcome 1 hour rejuvenation massage</li>
<li>1 spa treatment * please see below</li>
<li>Traditional cooking lesson</li>
<li>Transfer airport/southern Bali â€“ hotel â€“ airport/southern Bali</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>4 days - 3 nights New Start package</strong></p>
<table border="0" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="3" width="100%" bgcolor="#666666">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>Deluxe  Spa Villa</strong></td>
<td colspan="2" width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>Superior  Villa</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Twin  share per  person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Single  per person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Twin  share per  person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Single  per person</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD898 .00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD1,358 .00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD733 .00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD1,028 .00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Extra  night: USD 231.00 per room per night</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Extra  night: USD 149.00 per room per night</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Package includes :</p>
<ul>
<li>3 specially prepared vegetarian or spa cuisine meals per day</li>
<li>Free joining daily retreat activities</li>
<li>Complimentary use of health and well-being facilities, herbal steam rooms, spring water pool and hot water jacuzzi</li>
<li>Daily morning yoga class</li>
<li>Welcome 1 hour rejuvenation massage</li>
<li>2 spa treatment * please see below</li>
<li>Traditional cooking lesson</li>
<li>Jungle trek or village bike tour</li>
<li>Transfer airport/southern Bali â€“ hotel â€“ airport/southern Bali</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>5 days - 4 nights New Start package</strong></p>
<table border="0" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="3" width="100%" bgcolor="#666666">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>Deluxe  Spa Villa</strong></td>
<td colspan="2" width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>Superior  Villa</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Twin  share per  person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Single  per person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Twin  share per  person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Single  per person</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD 1,177.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD 1,770.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD 957.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD 1,330.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Extra  night: USD 231.00 per room per night</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Extra  night: USD 149.00 per room per night</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Package includes :</p>
<ul>
<li>3 specially prepared vegetarian or spa cuisine meals per day</li>
<li>Free joining daily retreat activities</li>
<li>Complimentary use of health and well-being facilities, herbal steam rooms, spring water pool and hot water jacuzzi</li>
<li>Daily morning yoga class</li>
<li>Welcome 1 hour rejuvenation massage</li>
<li>3 spa treatment * please see below</li>
<li>Traditional cooking lesson</li>
<li>Demonstration traditional jamu medicines</li>
<li>Transfer airport/southern Bali â€“ hotel â€“ airport/southern Bali</li>
</ul>
<p>* Spa treatments, you may choose one of the following items per session:</p>
<ul>
<li>Body massage + papaya &amp; yogurt body mask and wrap (1 hour 15 minutes)</li>
<li>Deep tissue body massage (1 hour)</li>
<li>Body massage + vichy shover &amp; salt scrub (1 hour 15 minutes)</li>
<li>Body massage + sea salt and cellulite hydrotherapy bath (1 hour 15 minutes)</li>
</ul>
<h3>AYURVEDIC JOURNEY</h3>
<p><strong>3 days - 2 nights Ayurvedic Journey package</strong></p>
<table border="0" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="3" width="100%" bgcolor="#666666">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>Deluxe  Spa Villa</strong></td>
<td colspan="2" width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>Superior  Villa</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Twin  share per  person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Single  per person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Twin  share per  person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Single  per person</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  627.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  952.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  517.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  732.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Extra  night: USD 231.00 per room per night</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Extra  night: USD 149.00 per room per night</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Package includes :</p>
<ul>
<li>3 specially prepared vegetarian or spa cuisine meals per day</li>
<li>Free joining daily retreat activities</li>
<li>Complimentary use of health and well-being facilities, herbal steam rooms, spring water pool and hot water jacuzzi</li>
<li>Daily morning yoga class</li>
<li>Welcome 1 hour deep tissue massage</li>
<li>1 ayurvedic treatment * please see below</li>
<li>Transfer airport/southern Bali â€“ hotel â€“ airport/southern Bali</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>4 days - 3 nights Ayurvedic Journey package</strong></p>
<table border="0" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="3" width="100%" bgcolor="#666666">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>Deluxe  Spa Villa</strong></td>
<td colspan="2" width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>Superior  Villa</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Twin  share per  person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Single  per person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Twin  share per  person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Single  per person</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  922.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  1,378.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  757.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  1,048.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Extra  night: USD 231.00 per room per night</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Extra  night: USD 149.00 per room per night</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Package includes :</p>
<ul>
<li>3 specially prepared vegetarian or spa cuisine meals per day</li>
<li>Free joining daily retreat activities</li>
<li>Complimentary use of health and well-being facilities, herbal steam rooms, spring water pool and hot water jacuzzi</li>
<li>Daily morning yoga class</li>
<li>Welcome 1 hour deep tissue massage</li>
<li>2 ayurvedic treatment * please see below</li>
<li>Jungle trek or village bike tour</li>
<li>Transfer airport/southern Bali â€“ hotel â€“ airport/southern Bali</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>5 days - 4 nights Ayurvedic Journey package</strong></p>
<table border="0" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="3" width="100%" bgcolor="#666666">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>Deluxe  Spa Villa</strong></td>
<td colspan="2" width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>Superior  Villa</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Twin  share per  person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Single  per person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Twin  share per  person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Single  per person</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  1,222.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  1,812.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  1,002.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  1,372.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Extra  night: USD 231.00 per room per night</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Extra  night: USD 149.00 per room per night</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Package includes :</p>
<ul>
<li>3 specially prepared vegetarian or spa cuisine meals per day</li>
<li>Free joining daily retreat activities</li>
<li>Complimentary use of health and well-being facilities, herbal steam rooms, spring water pool and hot water jacuzzi</li>
<li>Daily morning yoga class</li>
<li>Welcome 1 hour deep tissue massage</li>
<li>3 ayurvedic treatment * please see below</li>
<li>Jungle trek or village bike tour</li>
<li>Demonstration traditional jamu medicines</li>
<li>Transfer airport/southern Bali â€“ hotel â€“ airport/southern Bali</li>
</ul>
<p>* Ayurvedic treatments, you may choose one of the following items per session:</p>
<ul>
<li>Dosha balance (pizhichil, lepas, panda sweda)</li>
<li>Malabar rejuvenation (pizhichil, lepas, navarakizhi, panda sweda)</li>
<li>Shirodara â€“ deep relaxation</li>
</ul>
<h3>DETOX RETREAT</h3>
<p><strong>6 days - 5 nights Detox Retreat package</strong></p>
<table border="0" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="3" width="100%" bgcolor="#666666">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>Deluxe  Spa Villa</strong></td>
<td colspan="2" width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>Superior  Villa</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Twin  share per  person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Single  per person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Twin  share per  person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Single  per person</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  1,644.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  2,458.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  1,387.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  1,942.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Extra  night: USD 231.00 per room per night</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Extra  night: USD 149.00 per room per night</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Package includes :</p>
<ul>
<li>3 specially prepared vegetarian or spa cuisine meals per day</li>
<li>Free joining daily retreat activities</li>
<li>Complimentary use of health and well-being facilities, herbal steam rooms, spring water pool and hot water jacuzzi</li>
<li>Daily morning yoga class</li>
<li>1 foot reflexology or body massage</li>
<li>1 detox educational and motivational session</li>
<li>2 detoxifying combination spa treatments * please see below</li>
<li>2 lifestyle counselling sessions</li>
<li>1 detox assessment plus offering herbal medicine program (optional)</li>
<li>3 Chinese medicine and acupuncture sessions</li>
<li>Transfer airport/southern Bali â€“ hotel â€“ airport/southern Bali</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>11 days - 10 nights Detox Retreat package</strong></p>
<table border="0" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="3" width="100%" bgcolor="#666666">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>Deluxe  Spa Villa</strong></td>
<td colspan="2" width="50%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999"><strong>Superior  Villa</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Twin  share per  person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Single  per person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Twin  share per  person</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Single  per person</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  2,837.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  4,287.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  2,321.00</td>
<td width="25%" align="center" bgcolor="#333333">USD  3,255.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Extra  night: USD 231.00 per room per night</td>
<td colspan="2" align="center" bgcolor="#999999">Extra  night: USD 149.00 per room per night</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p>Package includes :</p>
<ul>
<li>3 specially prepared vegetarian or spa cuisine meals per day</li>
<li>Free joining daily retreat activities</li>
<li>Complimentary use of health and well-being facilities, herbal steam rooms, spring water pool and hot water jacuzzi</li>
<li>Daily morning yoga class</li>
<li>2 foot reflexology or body massage</li>
<li>4 detoxifying combination spa treatments * please see below</li>
<li>1 detox educational and motivational session</li>
<li>2 lifestyle counselling sessions</li>
<li>1 detox assessment plus offering herbal medicine program (optional)</li>
<li>4 Chinese medicine and acupuncture sessions</li>
<li>1 full summary report and suggestion</li>
<li>Transfer airport/southern Bali â€“ hotel â€“ airport/southern Bali</li>
</ul>
<p>* Detoxifying spa treatments<br />
You may choose one of the following items per session:</p>
<ul>
<li>Body massage + tropical seaweed body mask and wrap (1 hour 15 minutes)</li>
<li>Body massage + volcanic mud body mask and herbal steam (1 hour 15 minutes)</li>
<li>Body massage + vichy shower &amp; salt scrub (1 hour 15 minutes)</li>
<li>Body massage + sea salt and cellulite hydrotherapy bath (1 hour 15 minutes)</li>
<li>Shirodara â€“ deep relaxation (1 hour)</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>High, peak season surcharges â€“ 01 Jul â€“ 31 Aug at USD 30.00 per room per night</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Domestic and international passenger service charges</li>
<li>Extra baggage charges at domestic and international airports</li>
<li>Airports and hotels porters</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides, rangers and drivers</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid for minimum 2 persons travelling together</li>
<li>Rates are valid for new bookings only, last check-out on 31 October 2009</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
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		<title>Meetings &#038; Incentives</title>
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Bali is mysterious, tropical, alluring and for many, the ultimate dream destination. Intriguing culture, breathtaking natural beauty, first-class facilitiesÃ¢â‚¬Â¦ these just a few of features that are drawing travellers to the sun-slashed Bali like never before. Add easy access to world-class amenities, including golf courses, spas, gourmet restaurants, and sprawling [...]]]></description>
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<p>Bali is mysterious, tropical, alluring and for many, the ultimate dream destination. Intriguing culture, breathtaking natural beauty, first-class facilitiesÃ¢â‚¬Â¦ these just a few of features that are drawing travellers to the sun-slashed Bali like never before. Add easy access to world-class amenities, including golf courses, spas, gourmet restaurants, and sprawling resorts, plus some of the most beautiful vistas anywhere and itÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s easy to understand why the meeting business is going strong in Bali.</p>
<p><strong>Dream destination</strong></p>
<p>Bali is a beautiful island known for having a unique colourful spiritual culture. There are its many rituals and practices which originated thousands years ago, and till today they have survived. Such is the endurance of Balinese culture, which in turn reflects on the deep faith and resilience of the Balinese people. With swaying palm trees that beautifully line its many white sandy beaches, Bali welcomes every visitor to her land of songs, dance, colours and culture that are intertwined with its natural beauty. While in Bali, you may choose to participate in this magic by visiting one of the large numbers of temples, or you may be blessed enough to have the chance to observe a temple festival or public cremations. Bali is the island with its own language, music and dance. Grab the occasion to one of BaliÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s famed dances: Kecak, Legong, Barong.<br />
Even though it is relatively small, approximately 5,000 km2 in all, Bali boasts a whole range of different environments. This compact landscape centres on a line of active volcanoes with alluvial slopes with spill down to coastal plains. Tropical rainforest fringe the mountains, eventually giving way to carefully cultivated rice fields and crop growth. Further down on the plains, water logged mangrove swamps lead to ocean, a number of different rivers and streams, in turn, wind their way trough a cross section of these environments and down to coast, carving deep chasms as they go. Wherever you are and whatever you choose to do, enjoy the warm smiles and open hold of people who appreciate their whole way of life and would love to share some of its magic with you.</p>
<p><strong>Ultimate place for corporate gatherings and incentive programs</strong></p>
<p>Bali is an island of discovery, rich with opportunities for planners looking for a destination to host their meeting. Bali is the ultimate global meeting place for corporate gatherings and incentive programs. Bali is an attractive island offering wonderful experiences, supreme facilities, and hospitality experts highly skilled at providing groups with a successful, creative meeting within their financial plan. Accommodations and meeting space abounds, Bali offers hotel rooms island-wide with the ability to fit any meetingÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s budget, ranging from luxurious, five-star resorts to economy business lodges. Many of hotels are just step away from some of the scenic beaches.</p>
<p><strong>Pre- and post-meeting activities</strong></p>
<p>Bali should be considered because of many attractions to combine business with relaxation, exceptional cuisine, spectacular scenery, sandy beaches, unique activities, golf courses, it is easy to understand why Bali us such a popular meeting destination, consistently ranked as the best island in the world.<br />
Bali provides seemingly endless pre- and post-meeting activities to enjoy, including a rich collection of arts and culture showcasing its Balinese heritage and diversity. Planners should keep in mind one thing to when planning a Bali program is that the island has its own unique personality, culture and remarkably friendly populace. Planners that integrate the islandÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s culture into their programs, offer their attendees more than a mere destination meeting, Bali offers a lot of cultural programs bringing a sense of true Bali into the programs. Bali welcomes the group to the island, while sharing the islandÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s fascinating history; Balinese dancers perform official welcome ceremony and traditional blessing. From a relaxed beachside, to a traditional compounds, to a spectacular monkey dance, Bali offers a unique glimpse into the culture. Planner who chose Bali will be able to offer something for every one of attendees. From beach activities, shopping, hiking through rainforest, snorkelling, jeep convoys, rafting, cruising, touring museums, or botanical gardens, the island is one of contrasts. From the majestic cliff of Uluwatu, to the crystal-blue waters of the Pacific Ocean, to the serenity of the northern beaches to the vitality of Ubud, Bali offers everything to its attendees. The essence of Bali can be felt in warm breeze, sensed in its landscape of wild beauty like waterfalls and salty sprays from the waves pounding upon the rocky shoreline, experienced in a variety of historic sites and shared in hospitality of Bali residents. Fabulous fishing, secluded hideaways, rainforest, waterskiing, delicacies of the Pacific, nurturing adventures for the body and spirit, and a celebrated location to host a meetingÃ¢â‚¬Â¦ ItÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s all here on the most varied of the thousands of Indonesian islands, Bali. Some of IndonesiaÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s most incredible sights can only be seen on Bali, such as Tanah Lot, Besakih, Lake and Mount Batur.</p>
<p><strong>Successful and memorable meeting with Balinese flair<br />
</strong><br />
Bali lures attendees with its blend of beauty, laid-back lifestyle and old Balinese charm in tropical setting. You canÃ¢â‚¬â„¢t just go to the island, you get into Bali with every senseÃ¢â‚¬Â¦ Whenever you opt for Bali your program will enjoy excellent prospects for success. Offering sun-filled days with balmy temperatures, laid-back and yet exotic environment, windswept beaches, and a wide array of recreational activities, Bali has all the ingredients in place for successful meetings and incentives. Indeed, Bali offers so much diversity that although many groups return year after year, they find that a new experience awaits them each time that they arrive. Meeting organizers are also assured that the gods of the island will smile on the excitement of their attendees once a meeting in announced in the tropical island of Bali.</p>
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		<title>Bali - Komodo - Bali by Sea Safari Cruises 7 days - 6 nights</title>
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Overview
Day 01: Benoa - Teluk Nara (Nara Bay)
Embark on the Sea Safari in Benoa Harbour. Depart at 09.00AM. Welcome drinks will be offered. Cabin allocation will take place before depart to Labuan Amuk for free water activities such as snorkelling or diving. In the late afternoon we will depart to Teluk Nara (Nara Bay), Lombok.
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	<img class="ngg-singlepic ngg-left" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/gallery/cache/135__250x_komodo-island.jpg" alt="Komodo National Park" title="Komodo National Park" />
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Day 01: Benoa - Teluk Nara (Nara Bay)</strong><br />
Embark on the Sea Safari in Benoa Harbour. Depart at 09.00AM. Welcome drinks will be offered. Cabin allocation will take place before depart to Labuan Amuk for free water activities such as snorkelling or diving. In the late afternoon we will depart to Teluk Nara (Nara Bay), Lombok.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Teluk Nara (Nara Bay) Satonda Island</strong><br />
In the early morning as the sun rises over Mount Rinjani, we anchor in Nara Bay on the North West of Lombok. After breakfast we go ashore and our first visit is the tropical forest at Pusuk where we can feed monkeys and in a clear weather, enjoy the amazing view of surrounding forest and of the Gili Islands. We then continue to the local market Gunung Sari and to the centre of Bamboo handicrafts around there to witness the process and technique to get export quality bamboo product. We go on to visit Lingsar Temple, a unique site that dates back to 1714 and that sacred to both Hindus and Moslems and proceed to Banyumulek to see how the local make a famous pottery product. Passing through the most famous tourist resort of Lombok, Senggigi Beach on the way back to the boat, we stop at Malibu the most fantastic view point to see the Gili Islands and in a clear weather, Bali Island. Then continue sail to Satonda Island.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Satonda Island - Komodo Island</strong><br />
In the early morning we arrive in Satonda, the un-habitat island, which is separated by a narrow strait from the Tambora Volcano on the Sumbawa mainland, the site of largest eruption in recorded history. Going ashore we discover that Satonda its self is a small volcano as well and that as well and that salty lake field its crater. On this peaceful island, there will be free time for swimming and snorkelling or diving. In the afternoon we set sail to Komodo Island.</p>
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	<img class="ngg-singlepic ngg-right" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/gallery/cache/147__250x_pink-beach-komodo-national-park.jpg" alt="Komodo National Park Pink Beach" title="Komodo National Park Pink Beach" />
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Day 04: Komodo Island - Pink Beach - Bima</strong><br />
After breakfast we will go ashore where a park ranger will escort us across the island for about an hour trek (approximately 4.5 km there and back) to get a better located spot where you can enjoy an amazing picture of the world&#8217;s only existed Varanus Comodensis in Komodo Island and its surrounding isle. After walking around to find the species from the Jurassic Age, we will spend the remainder of the day beachcombing and snorkelling on the beautiful of Red Beach&#8217;s of Komodo with its amazing marine gardens. In the late afternoon we hoist the anchor and proceed to Bima.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Bima - Moyo Island</strong><br />
We will arrive early in the morning in Bima. After breakfast we will visit the Bima town where we will sight seeing to a local traditional market of Bima. Spending the whole morning by exploring the town and the Donggo highland west of Bima Bay. Around lunchtime, we will return to Sea Safari Boat and free time at leisure, then sail for Moyo island</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Moyo Island - Gilis Island</strong><br />
Early arrival at Moyo, a wild life and marine reserve. After breakfast we will make a landfall visit on Moyo, a small island off the north of Sumbawa. Enroute, we will stop at one of several fine snorkeling sites along its west coast and go ashore at the village of Labuan Haji. In the late afternoon we hoist the anchor and sailing back to Gilis Island.</p>
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	<img class="ngg-singlepic ngg-left" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/gallery/cache/134__250x_komodo-dragon-komodo-national-park-2.jpg" alt="Komodo National Park" title="Komodo National Park" />
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Day 07: Gilis Island - Turtle Island - Benoa</strong><br />
Early morning the ship leaves Gili Islands for Benoa harbour in Bali. Before we reach the mouth of Benoa, near Sanur (Bali) we will see Pulau Serangan also known as Turtle Island.Â  At low tide we will take you to this island for Turtle Conservation tour. Previously, turtles are captured and fattened up here in pens before being sold for village feasts. However, turtles are now being protected on the west coast of Bali due to dwindling numbers and tourists are advised to refrain from eating any turtle meat or buying products made from turtles. Upon arrival in Benoa Harbour at 12.00 noon (after lunch) you will be transferred to your hotel.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
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<p align="center"><strong>BALI KOMODO - BALI</strong><br />
<strong>BY SEA SAFARI CRUISES</strong><br />
7    days - 6 nights</td>
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<p align="center"><strong>Cabin</strong></p>
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<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
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<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
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<p align="center">De    luxe Cabin</p>
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<p align="center">USD    1,925.00</p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    3,256.00</p>
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<p align="center">Deck Stateroom</p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    2,125.00</p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    3,613.00</p>
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<p><strong>Fuel surcharge</strong></p>
<p>Due to the recent large increases in the cost of fuel Sea Safari Cruises has been forced to add a fuel surcharge. (Please note that these surcharges may change without prior notice)<br />
7 day 6 night cruise : USD 100.00 per person</p>
<p><strong>Departure dates:</strong></p>
<p><strong>2009</strong><br />
January 11, 25<br />
February 08, 22<br />
March 01, 08<br />
April 19, 26<br />
May 09, 16<br />
June 06, 13<br />
July 04, 11<br />
August 01, 08, 15<br />
September 05, 12<br />
October 10, 17<br />
November 07, 14<br />
December 05</p>
<p><strong>2010</strong><br />
January 09<br />
February 06<br />
March 06<br />
April 10, 17<br />
May 08, 15</p>
<p><strong>Optional Water Activities:</strong></p>
<p>Scuba diving non certified diver : USD 90.00 per person 2x dives<br />
Scuba diving for certified diver : USD 60.00 per person 2x dives<br />
Note: Only available when there is an advance booking prior to the cruise with a minimum of 2 divers</p>
<p>Jet ski (upon request)Â  : USD 15.00 per15 minutes per person<br />
Banana boat (upon request) : USD 10.00 per15 minutes per person</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)</li>
<li>Tea &amp; coffee, bottled water, tea-time snacks</li>
<li>Guided land excursions</li>
<li>Komodo National Park fee</li>
<li>Certified Dive Master (only available when there is an advance booking prior to the cruise with a minimum of 2 divers)</li>
<li>Cruise Accident Insurance</li>
<li>Use of snorkelling, canoe and fishing gear</li>
<li>Transfer to &amp; from vessel between airport/major hotels in Sanur, Kuta and Nusa Dua</li>
<li>Harbour and anchor fee</li>
<li>Government tax</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Soft drinks and alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>Onboard telecommunication</li>
<li>Laundry service</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until April 2010</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
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<h3>SEA SAFARI VI or SEA SAFARI VII</h3>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-512" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Sea Safari" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/sea-safari001.jpg" alt="Sea Safari" width="500" height="371" /></p>
<p><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong></p>
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<td style="width: 75%;">: Deutz 816</td>
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<td>: Wooden Schooner</td>
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<td>Year Built</td>
<td>: 2000</td>
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<td>Length</td>
<td>: 35 meters</td>
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<td>Beam</td>
<td>: 9.5 meters</td>
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<td>Draft</td>
<td>: 3.00 meters</td>
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<td>Speed</td>
<td>: 7-8 knots</td>
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<td valign="top">Navigation</td>
<td valign="top">: Marine Radar Koden type MD 3441 - Japan, Echo Sounder Koden CVS 108 - Japan, GPS Navigator Koden KGP 913 -Japan</td>
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<td>Safety</td>
<td>: 2 inflatable Life Rafts @ 20 persons, 45 live-jackets, 12 life-buoys</td>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-514" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Sea Safari" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/sea-safari002.jpg" alt="Sea Safari" width="500" height="371" /></p>
<p><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Deck state cabin located on the middle and upper deck with a sea-view</li>
<li>Deluxe cabin located on the lower deck</li>
<li>Air-conditioned cabins with private bathroom (hot and cold shower)</li>
<li>A tray of toiletries in each cabin</li>
<li>Dining room and bar</li>
<li>24-hour tea and coffee making facilities</li>
<li>Vegetarian food available on request</li>
<li>Easy access swim/boarding platform</li>
<li>Fresh water on deck shower</li>
<li>Complete scuba diving equipment (only available when there is an advance booking for diving with minimum of 2 divers)</li>
<li>Snorkel, canoe and fishing equipment</li>
<li>TV, karaoke and DVD entertainment units</li>
<li>Computer</li>
<li>Laundry service</li>
<li>Onboard telecommunication</li>
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		<title>Timor - Roti - Savu - Komodo - Bali by Sea Trek 10 days - 9 nights</title>
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Overview
Day 01: Kupang Semau Island Roti Island
Arrival by air in Kupang, West Timor. After transfer from the airport to the harbour and embarkation aboard Katharina, we will set sail to the nearby island of Semau. Here we will have a stroll on the long white sandy beaches, do some snorkeling or hike to an inland [...]]]></description>
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<strong>Day 01: Kupang Semau Island Roti Island</strong><br />
Arrival by air in Kupang, West Timor. After transfer from the airport to the harbour and embarkation aboard Katharina, we will set sail to the nearby island of Semau. Here we will have a stroll on the long white sandy beaches, do some snorkeling or hike to an inland village. Night sailing to the island of Roti.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Roti Island Sayu Island</strong><br />
Arrive in Baa, the capital of Roti Island. Roti has been long under the influence of Portugal, which is demonstrated by the local handicraft. Here is your chance to buy silver ornaments, distinctive Rotinese ikats, and pinnacled hats plaited from lontar leaves. We may be entertained by music and dances produced by the sasando, a 12-string lontar-leaf harp originating from this tiny island. The music is reminiscent of the Fado music and the Saudade sentiments of Portugal. Evening sail to the island of Savu. If time allow we will attend a music and dance performance.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Sayu Raijua(if sea conditions allow) or direct to Sumba</strong><br />
Arrive in Sepa, Savu. Here we may be greeted by ikat-clad tribesmen on horseback who might escort us to the sacred gathering place of the elders of Savu, which only a few outsiders are allowed to visit. We&#8217;ll ask for permission from the local elders to visit this place. The impressive circle of stones commands respect to the wise men which ensure the continuance of timeless adat traditions. The ikat of Savu are some of Nusa Tenggara&#8217;s finest and there will be opportunities to shop for them. Admire the female of Savu who are reputed in the whole archipelago for their beauty. We wander by foot or on horseback about the interior of Savu, breathing the timeless atmosphere of the island, visited and admired by Captain Cook and his crew. Late afternoon we sail onward to either the island of Raijua or to Sumba. If sea conditions allow, we make a stop in Raijua island as everywhere in the Savu area, it is, for the casual visitor, a return to a strictly rural, animistic society, with all villages built and organised in a strictly traditional way, giving everyone a sense of being back in a sort of garden of Eden; expect Midday sail to uninhabited Dana island for a Robinson Crusoe experience and an beach BBQ in splendid isolation . If conditions do not permit we will sail onward straight to the island of Sumba.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Sumba (Waingapu)Â  Waikelo</strong><br />
If Raijua was skipped we will arrive today in Waingapu, the capital of Sumba. After a short inspection of the bustling centre, we will make a bus ride (non-AC) to the traditional villages of Rende and Prailiu, where we will admire the intricate and long-winded art of ikat weaving. The local population is stark and dark and inspires a strong sensation of being half way Asia and Polynesia. Upon re-embarkation night sail along the north coast of Sumba to from Waingapu to Waikelo. West-Sumba.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Waikelo Rinca</strong><br />
Arrival at Waikelo, West Sumba. Today we will visit by local bus (non-AC) some of the traditional villages of West Sumba, where time seems to have lost direction and life appears not to have changed for ages. We will admire the megaliths erected on ancestral tombs and will have time to shop for ikat weavings, the distinctive Sumba motifs stunning the modern visitor. Along the way we will find a place to picnic and eat a lunchbox prepared by the crew. Late afternoon re-embarkation aboard Katharina and departure heading north for the Komodo Archipelago. Where the first stop will be on Rinca Island.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Rinca Island Padar Island</strong><br />
Early morning we will trek on Rinca Island, the second largest island of the Park, offering a wider variety of wildlife than Komodo Island: wild horses &amp; water buffalo, feral deer &amp; boars, rare megapode birds, and of course the famous Komodo dragons. Rinca&#8217;s unsurpassed savannah scenery is accentuated by deep blue coves and inlets. At midday we&#8217;ll sail to Padar Island for an afternoon swim and snorkelling or a short trek up to the summit of the grassy hill for superb panoramas of the surrounding islands. In the evening, we&#8217;ll barbecue on a deserted beach under the blinking gaze of a million stars.</p>
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Day 07: Padar Komodo Wera</strong><br />
Early morning another opportunity to spot the giant Komodo Lizard. After a short trek into the interior (45 min.) of Komodo island proper, we will almost stumble over the bloodthirsty creatures, who likely will cross the path. After this meeting we will do swimming and snorkeling over one of the best reefs of the area at the so-called red beach. Â  Night sailing to Wera, east-Sumbawa.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: Wera Sangeang Island North Sumbawa</strong><br />
Arrival in Wera, a traditional east-Sumbawanese village famous for their boat-building We will see all kinds of craft in various stages of construction under the palm trees on the beach. The same way the Katharina was built in 1998. Around noon sailing to Sangeang Island, a volcano towering 1600 meter over the sea. After a short visit of the local village, where we will wonder how people manage to survive, we will head west to islands north of Sumbawa.</p>
<p><strong>Day 09: Sangeang Satonda Moyo Lombok</strong><br />
Arrival at Satonda island, the tip of an ancient volcano; here we see the huge crater-lake just a few minutes from the beach. Reefs around the island are spectacular and mostly in pristine conditions, excellent for snorkelers. Before noon sailing to Moyo. Upon arrival at Moyo, we will hike through the monsoon forest to a lovely three-tiered waterfall for a dip or a swim in complete wilderness. Later afternoon onward to Lombok.</p>
<p><strong>Day 10: Lombok Serangan , Bali</strong><br />
Early morning arrival at the harbour of Lembar, southwest Lombok. From here we will make a tour over west-Lombok, visiting a few original Sasak villages where we will admire the local arts of pottery and hand weaving. Before noon we re-embark the Katharina to set sail to Serangan (turtle island). Serangan is connected with the mainland of Bali.Â  Arrival in Serangan before sunset. End of the cruise and individual transfer to your hotel.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
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<tbody>
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<td colspan="2" width="638">
<p align="center"><strong>TIMORÂ  ROTIÂ  SAVUÂ  KOMODOÂ  BALI</strong><br />
<strong>BY SEA TREK</strong><br />
10    days - 9 nights</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    2,550.00</p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD 3,825.00</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong>2009 departure dates:<br />
</strong><br />
December 11</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)</li>
<li>Tea &amp; coffee, snacks, soft drinks, wine at dinner</li>
<li>Laundry services</li>
<li>Use of snorkelling gear</li>
<li>Inland excursions (programmed tours)</li>
<li>Entrance fee Komodo National Park</li>
<li>English speaking cruise director</li>
<li>Transfer airportÂ  harbour - airport</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until December 2009</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Boat Information</b></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-520" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Sea Trek" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/sea-trek001.jpg" alt="Sea Trek" width="500" height="371" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong></p>
<table style="width: 100%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="width: 25%;">Name</td>
<td style="width: 75%;">: Katharina</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cabins</td>
<td>: 7 air conditioned, en-suite cabins</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Flag</td>
<td>: Indonesia</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LOA</td>
<td>: 33 meters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deck Length</td>
<td>: 28 meters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Beam</td>
<td>: 8,5 meters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Engine</td>
<td>: 10 cyl. Mercedes Benz OM 403</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cruising speed</td>
<td>: 8 knots</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Top speed</td>
<td>: 10 knots</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Water tanks</td>
<td>: 6000 litres</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Watermaker</td>
<td>: 4 tons per day</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fuel tanks</td>
<td>: 9,000 liters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Electricity</td>
<td>: 49 KVA generator MWM, 59 KVA generator Mitshubishi, MWM 24 volts emergency supply</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tender</td>
<td>: one large, one small fibreglass</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Navigation</td>
<td>: Radar (range 24 NM), Furuno depth sounder, GPS - Long/short radio, Satellite phone</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Security</td>
<td>: 36 life jackets, Flares, Distress beacon, 2 Life rafts (20/25 pax)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Outboards</td>
<td>: 15 HP Yamaha &amp; 50 HP Tohatsu</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-521" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Sea Trek" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/sea-trek002.jpg" alt="Sea Trek" width="500" height="371" /><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<p>The Katharina boasts 7 cabins designed and laid out in a truly five star fashion.</p>
<p>Lower deck you may find:<br />
2 twin cabins with a lower and upper single bed<br />
4 double cabins with a lower double and an upper single bed.</p>
<p>Each cabin has a private bathroom, laid out in marble, granite and mosaic, while the cabin areas have amenities as a wardrobe, a safety box, binoculars, intercom and soft lighting.</p>
<p>Upper deck you may find:<br />
A family suite with a king size bed, a single bed and a children&#8217;s bedstead/bench. Space allows of an extra mattress, if wished for<br />
Stretched out on the king size bed both on starboard as on portside you may enjoy the view of islands floating by.<br />
This cabin is convenient to families of up to 5, with children aged, say, 3, 8 and 14, but also provides perfect conditions for a superb honeymoon.</p>
<p>Spacious air-conditioned, en-suite cabins, the dining/ recreational area and the large deck-space with comfortable deck chairs and sun benches make the Katharina perfectly suitable for extended explorational or leisure cruises.</p>
<p>On board there are games, sea kayaks, body boards, deck-mattrasses, snorkelling equipment, fishing gear and two tenders with outboard to make life on board as pleasant as one can imagine.</p>
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		<title>Kei - Tanibar - Timor by Sea Trek 12 days - 11 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 14:23:04 +0000</pubDate>
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Overview
Prior to the cruise flight Denpasar-Ambon (via Makassar). Transfer to hotel Ambon Manise where we will spend one night. After check in visit of Siwa Lima Museum in the hills outside Ambon City where we can study the history and culture of the Mollucas.
Day 01: AmbonÂ  Tual, Kei
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
Prior to the cruise flight Denpasar-Ambon (via Makassar). Transfer to hotel Ambon Manise where we will spend one night. After check in visit of Siwa Lima Museum in the hills outside Ambon City where we can study the history and culture of the Mollucas.</p>
<p><strong>Day 01: AmbonÂ  Tual, Kei</strong><br />
After spent the night in Ambon, flight Ambon-Kei, dep.07:00 arr.09:05*. Upon arrival at Langgur airport, Tual transfer to the harbour of Tual and embark aboard Katharina. We settle in and after dinner we will explore Tual, the capital of Kei. Late evening departure to Kei-Tanimbar.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Kei, Village Tour Tanimbar</strong><br />
Early morning arrival at Kei-Tanimbar, the southernmost island of the Kei archipelago and allegedly cradle of the regional culture. Here we will explore coastal villages, search for cultural artefacts such as weaving and pottery or make a trekking into the local forest. Late afternoon onward sailing to the Tanimbar Archipelago. Long night sailing.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Tanibar Fordate &amp; Larat</strong><br />
We&#8217;ll stop at the northern part of the Tanimbars, at the islands of Fordate and Larat. Village exploration, nature hike, beach-combing and snorkelling will be the substance of the day. With the assistance of local teachers we will try to attend to a performance of local music and dance.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: LaratÂ  Yamdena Dai, Babar</strong><br />
Following the northern coastline of Yamdena, the main island of the Tanimbar archipelago, we will meet along the western coast islands of quiet beauty with untouched forest teeming with birds, wild orchids and cuscus. This will be another day of nature exploration, coastal raids with the zodiac, and some relaxing time on remote beaches.Â  Night sailing to Dai, Babar.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Dai Damar Island</strong><br />
The island of DaiÂ  in the Babar archipelagoÂ  is a spectacular limestone mountain towering 650 meters above the sea. The beaches and the reefs are exceptional. We can also trek across the whole island to enjoy incredible scenery from the summit. Local folk still go hunting with bows and arrows in these parts. Night sailing to the island of Damar.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Damar Island Pulau Terbang Utara Romang</strong><br />
The island of Damar has an active volcano that can be ascended in about three hours, best in the early hours after dawn. Alternatively, we can have an easier hike through spice plantations, coconut groves and pristine rain forest, ending at the local village.<br />
Midday sail for a couple of hours to uninhabited Pulau Terbang Utara to enjoy pristine beaches, coral reefs (snorkelling) and a lagoon full of birds, including occasionally large flocks of pelicans. In the evening barbecue at the desert beach at this Bounty island.<br />
Night sailing heading for Romang.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Romang Moapora Island Wetar Island</strong><br />
Morning on uninhabited Moapora island, in the Romang archipelago: beach combing, snorkelling, diving and short hikes inland. Afternoon, we&#8217;ll be on Romang island proper for a three hour hike (if we wish) from the eastern village to the beautiful western bay passing through orange and pomelo groves with great scenery on surrounding islands. Night sailing to the island of Wetar.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: Wetar Island Alor</strong><br />
Wetar is possibly one of the least known of the south-eastern Maluku islands; totally isolated tribal folk is still said to inhabit its jungle-clad interior. We&#8217;ll have a nature stop in the morning along the northern coast: hike inland following a river of crystal clear water. Midday sail to the western tip of Wetar for spectacular snorkelling close to a small offshore island. Night sailing, heading for Alor.</p>
<p><strong>Day 09: Alor Pura Island Pantar</strong><br />
A day in Alor will be spent exploring the main island: the old tribal villages there are defensively located on hilltops and have a particular architecture. We&#8217;ll attend traditional dances in the village of Takpala and will be surprised by the redoubt appearance of the local women, the size of pygmees. Return to vessel at midday and sail to nearby Pura island: you can enjoy spectacular snorkelling right off the beach, and also walks to coastal villages where locals produce ikat cloth as well as some wine made from palm sap. Short night sailing to Pantar.</p>
<p><strong>Day 10: Pantar Island Rusa Island</strong><br />
On Pantar island we will visit some of the fortified villages typical for this area once feared for its belligerent population. We will be peacefully guided by one of the crew who hails from Pantar. Be prepared for some interesting expressions of local culture! Upon re-embarkation Katharina, we will be swimming in crystal clear waters around the boat. Midday sail to uninhabited Rusa island:Ã‚Â  the beaches are truly fantastic, the corals exquisite and the island Ã¢â‚¬â€œ as its name implies Ã¢â‚¬â€œ is full of deer that are easily seen, sometimes even from the beach. Night sailing.</p>
<p><strong>Day 11: Rusa IslandÂ  Coast of West TimorÂ  Kupang</strong><br />
Exploration of the coast of west-Timor, moving south for Kupang. We will search for local fishing communities and vestiges of Portuguese occupation, making one or two snorkelling stops on the way. Night sailing to Kupang.</p>
<p><strong>Day 12: Kupang Denpasar</strong><br />
After arrival this morning in Temau, the traditional harbour of Kupang, we will take breakfast on board and say goodbye to the crew and the Katharina. Time allowing we will pay a visit to the Museum of Timor on the way to the airport. From Kupang airport we will have return flight to Denpasar, Bali.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
<table border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="638">
<p align="center"><strong>KEIÂ  TANIMBAR - TIMOR</strong><br />
<strong>BY SEA TREK</strong><br />
12    days - 11 nights</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    3,050.00</p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD 4,575.00</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong>2009 departure dates:</strong><br />
NovemberÂ  29<strong><br />
</strong></p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)</li>
<li>Tea &amp; coffee, snacks, soft drinks, wine at dinner</li>
<li>Laundry services</li>
<li>Use of snorkelling gear</li>
<li>Inland excursions (programmed tours)</li>
<li>English speaking cruise director</li>
<li>Transfer airportÂ  harbour - airport</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until December 2009</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Getting There</b></span><br />
Getting there goes here</p>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Boat Information</b></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-520" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Sea Trek" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/sea-trek001.jpg" alt="Sea Trek" width="500" height="371" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong></p>
<table style="width: 100%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="width: 25%;">Name</td>
<td style="width: 75%;">: Katharina</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cabins</td>
<td>: 7 air conditioned, en-suite cabins</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Flag</td>
<td>: Indonesia</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LOA</td>
<td>: 33 meters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Deck Length</td>
<td>: 28 meters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Beam</td>
<td>: 8,5 meters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Engine</td>
<td>: 10 cyl. Mercedes Benz OM 403</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cruising speed</td>
<td>: 8 knots</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Top speed</td>
<td>: 10 knots</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Water tanks</td>
<td>: 6000 litres</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Watermaker</td>
<td>: 4 tons per day</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fuel tanks</td>
<td>: 9,000 liters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Electricity</td>
<td>: 49 KVA generator MWM, 59 KVA generator Mitshubishi, MWM 24 volts emergency supply</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tender</td>
<td>: one large, one small fibreglass</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Navigation</td>
<td>: Radar (range 24 NM), Furuno depth sounder, GPS - Long/short radio, Satellite phone</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Security</td>
<td>: 36 life jackets, Flares, Distress beacon, 2 Life rafts (20/25 pax)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Outboards</td>
<td>: 15 HP Yamaha &amp; 50 HP Tohatsu</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-521" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Sea Trek" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/sea-trek002.jpg" alt="Sea Trek" width="500" height="371" /><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<p>The Katharina boasts 7 cabins designed and laid out in a truly five star fashion.</p>
<p>Lower deck you may find:<br />
2 twin cabins with a lower and upper single bed<br />
4 double cabins with a lower double and an upper single bed.</p>
<p>Each cabin has a private bathroom, laid out in marble, granite and mosaic, while the cabin areas have amenities as a wardrobe, a safety box, binoculars, intercom and soft lighting.</p>
<p>Upper deck you may find:<br />
A family suite with a king size bed, a single bed and a children&#8217;s bedstead/bench. Space allows of an extra mattress, if wished for<br />
Stretched out on the king size bed both on starboard as on portside you may enjoy the view of islands floating by.<br />
This cabin is convenient to families of up to 5, with children aged, say, 3, 8 and 14, but also provides perfect conditions for a superb honeymoon.</p>
<p>Spacious air-conditioned, en-suite cabins, the dining/ recreational area and the large deck-space with comfortable deck chairs and sun benches make the Katharina perfectly suitable for extended explorational or leisure cruises.</p>
<p>On board there are games, sea kayaks, body boards, deck-mattrasses, snorkelling equipment, fishing gear and two tenders with outboard to make life on board as pleasant as one can imagine.<br />
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		<title>Flores - Sulawesi - Banda - Kei by Sea Trek 14 days - 13 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 14:18:31 +0000</pubDate>
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Overview
Day 01: Labuan Bajo Bonerate
Flight Denpasar Labuan Bajo at 10:00 hours. Arrive in Labuan Bajo at 11:30 hrs. Transfer from airport to the harbor, embarkation aboard the Katharina. Set sail to Bonerate.
Day 02: Bonerate Batuata Island
Arrival at Bonerate in the middle of the Flores Sea. Visit of the main village. Sandy streets, houses built on [...]]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: Labuan Bajo Bonerate</strong><br />
Flight Denpasar Labuan Bajo at 10:00 hours. Arrive in Labuan Bajo at 11:30 hrs. Transfer from airport to the harbor, embarkation aboard the Katharina. Set sail to Bonerate.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Bonerate Batuata Island</strong><br />
Arrival at Bonerate in the middle of the Flores Sea. Visit of the main village. Sandy streets, houses built on stilts in typical Makasserese style. On the beach construction of the elegant Lambo boats. After inspection of the village, swimming, snorkeling and lounging on the beaches at the northwest side of the island. Night sailing to Batuata Island, southwest Sulawesi.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Batuata Tukang Besi Archipelago</strong><br />
Arrival at Pulau Batuata, southwest Sulawesi. After setting foot ashore, we pay respect to the local Chief, ask for permission to go around and see the island. We visit the local school, hear the children singing the latest local hits, drink tea in the city hall and experience the remoteness of this place destitute from the comforts of modern life. In the evening we sail onward to the Tukang Besi archipelago, southeast Sulawesi.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Tukang Besi Archipelago</strong><br />
Arrival in the Tukang Besi archipelago, world famous for its pristine coral reefs which belong to the most diverse in Indonesia. For two days we will wander about this unique geographical area inhabited by a tribe of daring seafarers, shipbuilders and maritime traders<br />
We will look for small coves and inlets, the best soft corals, meet fishermen, local blacksmiths (tukang besi = blacksmith), visit local markets and may come across the perfect location for a barbecue.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05:</strong><br />
Extension of day 4. Late afternoon departure headed for Gunung Api.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Gunung Api Lucipari Archipelago</strong><br />
In the course of the day arrival at Gunung Api (firemountain/volcano) in the middle of the Banda Sea. Here we hope to meet a mixed colony of seabirds, predominantly Frigate Birds and John-of-Gaunts. The Birds may carry out raids on the Katharina if they feel threatened in their habitat. In the evening onward sailing to the Lucipari archipelago.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Lucipari Archipelago Banda</strong><br />
Arrival at the Lucipari archipelago, a volcanic outcrop in the northeastern part of the Banda Sea. As is the case with Gunung Api, no reports have come in from the Lipari since the late nineties when ornithologists mentioned colonies of migrating birds and groups of migrating fishermen. A destination of discovery in the true sense of the word!</p>
<p><strong>Day 08:</strong><br />
Spare day. Night sail to Banda.</p>
<p><strong>Day 09: Banda Archipelago (Bandanaira Ai)</strong><br />
Arrival in the Banda Archipelago, famous for its natural beauty and its cultural heritage from the time the Spice Islands were the target of the European colonizers. We will tie the bow to a palm-tree in the garden of a hacienda style hotel in Bandanaira the only (small) city of Banda. We will stroll through the city, visit old fortresses and admire the planters mansions from the old days.</p>
<p><strong>Day 10: AiÂ  Revenge Hatta</strong><br />
Today we will visit a few of the other islands of the archipelago, Ai, Revenge and Hatta and will see what remains of the ancient plantations, churches and cemeteries. We will breathe the atmosphere of the time that the Banda youth was sent to the most expensive boarding schools of Europe and dream about the splendid, but short-lived glory during this remarkable episode in world history. Proceed from Banda northeast.</p>
<p><strong>Day 11:</strong><br />
Leisure day.</p>
<p><strong>Day 12: Banda Manawoka, Gorong Island Ke</strong><br />
Arrival in Manawoka, one of the Gorong islands, southeast of Ceram. After a short walk through and old nutmeg grove and a visit to the raja of the island we move to the eastern tip of the island. There we find two lakes connected with the sea by a small tunnel. Swimming in these lakes evokes the feeling of discovering an unknown planet.</p>
<p><strong>Day 13: Kei Archipelago (Kei Besar Kei Kecil)</strong><br />
Today we will arrive at the Kei Archipelago. We will visit on the last day of cruise Kei Besar. Here we will make a short trek into the the forest where Sir Alfred Wallace 160 years ago was collecting his bird and insect species. We may come across a small village where nice pottery is made. Night alongside the pier in Tual, Kei Kecil.</p>
<p><strong>Day 14: Kei Kecil Langgur Ambon Makassar</strong><br />
Early morning transfer to the airport of Langgur for your flight at 06:30 hrs. to Ambon, from where the onward flight to Makassar will depart at 14:05 hrs. End of the cruise.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
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<p align="center"><strong>FLORES SULAWESI BANDA KEI </strong><br />
<strong>BY SEA TREK</strong><br />
14    days - 13 nights</td>
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<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
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<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    3,800.00</p>
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<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD 5,700.00</p>
</td>
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<p><strong>2009 departure dates:<br />
</strong><br />
October 20</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)</li>
<li>Tea &amp; coffee, snacks, soft drinks, wine at dinner</li>
<li>Laundry services</li>
<li>Use of snorkelling gear</li>
<li>Inland excursions (programmed tours)</li>
<li>English speaking cruise director</li>
<li>Transfer airport harbour - airport</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until December 2009</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-520" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Sea Trek" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/sea-trek001.jpg" alt="Sea Trek" width="500" height="371" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong></p>
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<td style="width: 25%;">Name</td>
<td style="width: 75%;">: Katharina</td>
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<td>Cabins</td>
<td>: 7 air conditioned, en-suite cabins</td>
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<td>Flag</td>
<td>: Indonesia</td>
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<td>LOA</td>
<td>: 33 meters</td>
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<td>Deck Length</td>
<td>: 28 meters</td>
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<td>Beam</td>
<td>: 8,5 meters</td>
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<td>Engine</td>
<td>: 10 cyl. Mercedes Benz OM 403</td>
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<td>Cruising speed</td>
<td>: 8 knots</td>
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<td>Top speed</td>
<td>: 10 knots</td>
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<td>Water tanks</td>
<td>: 6000 litres</td>
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<td>Watermaker</td>
<td>: 4 tons per day</td>
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<td>Fuel tanks</td>
<td>: 9,000 liters</td>
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<td>Electricity</td>
<td>: 49 KVA generator MWM, 59 KVA generator Mitshubishi, MWM 24 volts emergency supply</td>
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<td>Tender</td>
<td>: one large, one small fibreglass</td>
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<td>Navigation</td>
<td>: Radar (range 24 NM), Furuno depth sounder, GPS - Long/short radio, Satellite phone</td>
</tr>
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<td>Security</td>
<td>: 36 life jackets, Flares, Distress beacon, 2 Life rafts (20/25 pax)</td>
</tr>
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<td>Outboards</td>
<td>: 15 HP Yamaha &amp; 50 HP Tohatsu</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-521" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Sea Trek" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/sea-trek002.jpg" alt="Sea Trek" width="500" height="371" /><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<p>The Katharina boasts 7 cabins designed and laid out in a truly five star fashion.</p>
<p>Lower deck you may find:<br />
2 twin cabins with a lower and upper single bed<br />
4 double cabins with a lower double and an upper single bed.</p>
<p>Each cabin has a private bathroom, laid out in marble, granite and mosaic, while the cabin areas have amenities as a wardrobe, a safety box, binoculars, intercom and soft lighting.</p>
<p>Upper deck you may find:<br />
A family suite with a king size bed, a single bed and a children&#8217;s bedstead/bench. Space allows of an extra mattress, if wished for<br />
Stretched out on the king size bed both on starboard as on portside you may enjoy the view of islands floating by.<br />
This cabin is convenient to families of up to 5, with children aged, say, 3, 8 and 14, but also provides perfect conditions for a superb honeymoon.</p>
<p>Spacious air-conditioned, en-suite cabins, the dining/ recreational area and the large deck-space with comfortable deck chairs and sun benches make the Katharina perfectly suitable for extended explorational or leisure cruises.</p>
<p>On board there are games, sea kayaks, body boards, deck-mattrasses, snorkelling equipment, fishing gear and two tenders with outboard to make life on board as pleasant as one can imagine.</p>
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		<title>Bali - Lombok - Bali by Sea Trek 3 days - 2 nights</title>
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Overview
Day 01: Bali - Lombok
8:30 a.m. Meet at Sanur, (South Bali). From here we go by minibus or small coach to Amed, (north-east Bali), passing beautiful rice terraces and steep valleys rarely frequented on regular Bali tours. After boarding Katharina and settling in, we set sail to Gili Trawangan, northwest Lombok. Arriving at approx. 2.30 [...]]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: Bali - Lombok</strong><br />
8:30 a.m. Meet at Sanur, (South Bali). From here we go by minibus or small coach to Amed, (north-east Bali), passing beautiful rice terraces and steep valleys rarely frequented on regular Bali tours. After boarding Katharina and settling in, we set sail to Gili Trawangan, northwest Lombok. Arriving at approx. 2.30 p.m. we will take a swim and snorkel or take a ride with a local horse chart, sensing the unique atmosphere of this famous traveler&#8217;s paradise. Late afternoon we will sail to Nara Bay at mainland Lombok where an a la carte dinner sprinkled with Rose wine will be served out on the open deck. Quiet night at anchor.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Lombok</strong><br />
Having enjoyed abundant breakfast prepared by Katharina&#8217;s Chef we will make a full day tour over Lombok. Today&#8217;s program will comprise tropical rainforest, attending production of palm sugar, visiting a local pasar and two original Sasak villages where we will be welcomed by the localÂ  brass band and admire the local art of hand weaving and pottery. Lunch will be enjoyed at a local restaurant. Around 3.30 p.m. we will re-embark Katharina in the small harbour of Lembar, southwest Lombok, from where we will sail to the islet of Gili Tangkong, 45 min. off the coast. In this reclusive paradise we will spend the rest of the afternoon and evening, exploring the beaches, drinking fresh coconut milk and enjoying in splendid isolation a seafood barbecue light years away from the Bali crowds. The night will be spent at anchor.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Lombok - Bali</strong><br />
Early birds may enjoy the sun rising over hazy mountains surrounding the Katharina. When skies are clear, a view of both the Agung volcano on Bali and the Rinjani volcano on Lombok will present itself. Some on board will be woken up by the smell of freshly baked croissants, take a quick breakfast and go out for snorkeling over the reefs of Gili Nanggu, the adjacent island. Here local fish beg for the leftovers of gorgeous breakfast. The fish well fed, we set sail heading for the island of Nusa Lembongan, off the east coast of Bali. Arrival at approx. 2.30 p.m. when the island is just about to be deserted by the crowds every day invading from Bali. We will stop at the north tip of the island to explore the local mangrove forests and admire how sea weed is being processed for the export. On the way back to the boat we may visit a cave where people used to live until late last century. After a last swim to wash away the dust, we have onward sail to the harbor of Benoa, southeast bali, where we will say farewell to the crew and have individual transfer back to hotel or airport.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
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<p align="center"><strong>BALIÂ  LOMBOK - BALI</strong><br />
<strong>BY SEA TREK</strong><br />
3    days - 2 nights</td>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="213">
<p align="center"><strong>Rates validity</strong></p>
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<p align="center">USD    780.00</p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    1,170.00</p>
</td>
<td width="213">Departure on    March, April, May, June</td>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    885.00</p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    1,328.00</p>
</td>
<td width="213">Departure on    July, August</td>
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<p><strong>2009 departure dates:</strong></p>
<p>March 21<br />
April 04, 18<br />
May 02, 16, 30<br />
June 13, 27<br />
July 11, 25<br />
August 08, 23</p>
<p><strong>Optional water activities:<br />
</strong><br />
Scuba diving at Gili Trawangan : USD 40.00 per dive<br />
Advanced booking required, minimum two persons</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)</li>
<li>Tea &amp; coffee, snacks, soft drinks, wine at dinner</li>
<li>Laundry services</li>
<li>Use of snorkelling gear</li>
<li>Inland excursions (programmed tours)</li>
<li>Entrance fee Komodo National Park</li>
<li>English speaking cruise director</li>
<li>Transfer Sanur - Amed</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until December 2009</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-520" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Sea Trek" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/sea-trek001.jpg" alt="Sea Trek" width="500" height="371" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong></p>
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<td style="width: 25%;">Name</td>
<td style="width: 75%;">: Katharina</td>
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<td>Cabins</td>
<td>: 7 air conditioned, en-suite cabins</td>
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<td>Flag</td>
<td>: Indonesia</td>
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<td>LOA</td>
<td>: 33 meters</td>
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<td>Deck Length</td>
<td>: 28 meters</td>
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<td>Beam</td>
<td>: 8,5 meters</td>
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<td>Engine</td>
<td>: 10 cyl. Mercedes Benz OM 403</td>
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<td>Cruising speed</td>
<td>: 8 knots</td>
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<td>Top speed</td>
<td>: 10 knots</td>
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<td>Water tanks</td>
<td>: 6000 litres</td>
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<td>Watermaker</td>
<td>: 4 tons per day</td>
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<td>Fuel tanks</td>
<td>: 9,000 liters</td>
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<td>Electricity</td>
<td>: 49 KVA generator MWM, 59 KVA generator Mitshubishi, MWM 24 volts emergency supply</td>
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<td>Tender</td>
<td>: one large, one small fibreglass</td>
</tr>
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<td>Navigation</td>
<td>: Radar (range 24 NM), Furuno depth sounder, GPS - Long/short radio, Satellite phone</td>
</tr>
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<td>Security</td>
<td>: 36 life jackets, Flares, Distress beacon, 2 Life rafts (20/25 pax)</td>
</tr>
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<td>Outboards</td>
<td>: 15 HP Yamaha &amp; 50 HP Tohatsu</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-521" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Sea Trek" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/sea-trek002.jpg" alt="Sea Trek" width="500" height="371" /><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<p>The Katharina boasts 7 cabins designed and laid out in a truly five star fashion.</p>
<p>Lower deck you may find:<br />
2 twin cabins with a lower and upper single bed<br />
4 double cabins with a lower double and an upper single bed.</p>
<p>Each cabin has a private bathroom, laid out in marble, granite and mosaic, while the cabin areas have amenities as a wardrobe, a safety box, binoculars, intercom and soft lighting.</p>
<p>Upper deck you may find:<br />
A family suite with a king size bed, a single bed and a children&#8217;s bedstead/bench. Space allows of an extra mattress, if wished for<br />
Stretched out on the king size bed both on starboard as on portside you may enjoy the view of islands floating by.<br />
This cabin is convenient to families of up to 5, with children aged, say, 3, 8 and 14, but also provides perfect conditions for a superb honeymoon.</p>
<p>Spacious air-conditioned, en-suite cabins, the dining/ recreational area and the large deck-space with comfortable deck chairs and sun benches make the Katharina perfectly suitable for extended explorational or leisure cruises.</p>
<p>On board there are games, sea kayaks, body boards, deck-mattrasses, snorkelling equipment, fishing gear and two tenders with outboard to make life on board as pleasant as one can imagine.</p>
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		<title>Bali - Flores - Bali by Sea Trek 10 days - 9 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 14:05:15 +0000</pubDate>
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Overview
Day 01: Sanur Amed Gili Trawangan Pulau Bungin
08.30 a.m. transfer from Sanur, south-Bali to Amed, north-east Bali (2 hrs). Upon arrival in Amed we board the Katharina, settle in and sail to Gili Trawangan for swimming, snorkelling, diving and beach-combing. Late afternoon onward sailing to Sumbawa.
Day 02: Pulau Bungin Pulau Bedil Sangean Island
Arrive at Pulau [...]]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: Sanur Amed Gili Trawangan Pulau Bungin</strong><br />
08.30 a.m. transfer from Sanur, south-Bali to Amed, north-east Bali (2 hrs). Upon arrival in Amed we board the Katharina, settle in and sail to Gili Trawangan for swimming, snorkelling, diving and beach-combing. Late afternoon onward sailing to Sumbawa.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Pulau Bungin Pulau Bedil Sangean Island</strong><br />
Arrive at Pulau Bungin a tiny island, populated byÂ  sea-gypsiesÂ  (bajao). We stroll through narrow streets lined up by houses on stilts to outsmart the incoming tide. Performance of traditional music and dance. Onward sailing to Pulau Bedil. Here we spend a few hours relaxing, swimming and snorkelling. Night sailing to east-Sumbawa.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Sangean Island Wera Gili Banta Rinca</strong><br />
Arrive in the morning at Sangean Island, an active volcano towering 1800 meters above the surrounding waters. We will visit the tiny settlement on the island and make a short hike testing the steepness of the volcano. Midday sail toward Wera on the east coast of the island of Sumbawa. Wera is a Buginese settlement and famous for its boatbuilding. We will see all kinds of craft in various stages of construction, much the way the Katharina was built in 1998. Afternoon sail to Gili Banta, a perfect place for some excellent swimming and snorkelling. Night-sailing to Rinca.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Rinca Sabolon Riung</strong><br />
Rinca island, the second biggest in the Komodo archipelago, is also the richest in terms of fauna. We will go trekking and looking for wild horses, water buffalo, wild boar, monkeys, and of course the famousÂ  Komodo dragons in spectacular scenery of savannah and emerald coves. Around noon sail to Sabolon, a famous reef with a huge variety of live coral and beautiful fish. Snorkelling, diving and beach-exploration. In the afternoon proceed to the Riung archipelago, north of Flores.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: RiungÂ  Ropa</strong><br />
In the morning arrival at Riung, a small archipelago of 17 islets, just north of the coast of Flores. Snorkelling, relaxing, beach-combing, climbing one of the summits for enjoying the panorama over the sea and Flores. Barbecue at desert beach In the afternoon sailing to Ropa, a small harbour at the coast of Flores.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: RopaÂ  Kelimutu Labuan Bajo</strong><br />
At dawn arrival in Ropa from where we go by bus to the Kelimutu volcano, famous for its three coloured lakes. Experience the spooky atmosphere surrounding this natural phenomenon, quite unique in the world. Upon returning aboard the Katharina we set sail for the town of Labuhan Bajo at the westernmost point of Flores.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Labuan Bajo Manggarai Bidadari Island Komodo Island</strong><br />
If winds allow, the crew of the Katharina will hoist the sails and show their skills in traditional Phinisi-sailing, a.o. by using the two side-rudders by turns. Late morning arrival in Labuhan Bajo. Here we will tour to a nearby village to attend the so-called caci (whip-) dance for which the Manggarai district of Flores enjoys national fame. Midday sail to Bidadari Island, swimming, snorkelling, explore the interior. Afternoon sail to Komodo; spend a quiet night in the bay of Komodo island.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: Komodo Island Red Beach Gili Lawa</strong><br />
Morning arrival in Komodo Island. Another opportunity to catch a glimpse of, or even stumble over the last representative of the Jurassic Park on earth, the infamous Komodo Dragon. Midday sail to Red Beach, another breathtaking desert island where the beaches are red-coloured by pulverized red coral. In the afternoon visit of Gili Lawa to hike the local summit and enjoy a splendid panorama over the moonscape islands of the Komodo Archipelago and the mainland of Flores. Late afternoon setting sail, headed west.</p>
<p><strong>Day 09: Gili Lawa Satonda Pulau Kromo Lembar</strong><br />
Morning arrive in Satonda, the top of an extinct volcano. We will visit the crater lake in the centre of the island, where we may meet colonies of flying foxes after a short walk. An afternoon of relaxation on the beautifully wild beach of Satonda and of lazy floating on the gentle currents over a stunning reef drop just off the coastline. Afternoon sailing to Pulau Kromo. Here we will have a farewell party with the crew, possibly witnessed by thousands of fruit bats crossing to the mainland looking for night shelter. Night sailing to Lembar, southwest Lombok.</p>
<p><strong>Day 10: Lembar Benoa Bali</strong><br />
Early morning arrive at Lembar harbour. On the last day of the cruise we will tour west-Lombok and visit a few original Sasak villages where we will admire the local arts of pottery and hand weaving. Before noon we re-embark the Katharina to set sail to Benoa harbour, southeast Bali. Arrive in Benoa before sunset. End of the cruise, individual transfer to hotel or airport.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
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<p align="center"><strong>BALIÂ  FLORESÂ  BALI</strong><br />
<strong>SEA TREK</strong><br />
10    days - 9 nights</td>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center"><strong>Rates validity</strong></p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    2,600.00</p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    3,900.00</p>
</td>
<td width="213">Departure on March,    May, June, September, November</td>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    2,700.00</p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    4,050.00</p>
</td>
<td width="213">Departure on April,    October</td>
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<p align="center">USD    2,850.00</p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    4,275.00</p>
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<td width="213">Departure on July,    August, December</td>
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<p><strong>2009 departure dates:</strong></p>
<p>March 11,25<br />
April 08<br />
April 22<br />
May 06, 20<br />
June 03, 17<br />
July 01, 15, 29<br />
August 12<br />
August 25 (open for charter)<br />
September 23<br />
October 07<br />
December 23</p>
<p><strong>Optional water activities:<br />
</strong><br />
Scuba diving at Gili Trawangan &amp; Sabolon: USD 40.00 per dive<br />
Advanced booking required, minimum two persons</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)</li>
<li>Tea &amp; coffee, snacks, soft drinks, wine at dinner</li>
<li>Laundry services</li>
<li>Use of snorkelling gear</li>
<li>Inland excursions (programmed tours)</li>
<li>Entrance fee Komodo National Park</li>
<li>English speaking cruise director</li>
<li>Transfer airportÂ  harbour - airport and transfer from meeting point in Sanur (South Bali) to Amed (North-East Bali)</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p>General conditions:</p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until December 2009</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-520" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Sea Trek" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/sea-trek001.jpg" alt="Sea Trek" width="500" height="371" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong></p>
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<td style="width: 25%;">Name</td>
<td style="width: 75%;">: Katharina</td>
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<td>Cabins</td>
<td>: 7 air conditioned, en-suite cabins</td>
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<td>Flag</td>
<td>: Indonesia</td>
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<td>LOA</td>
<td>: 33 meters</td>
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<td>Deck Length</td>
<td>: 28 meters</td>
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<td>Beam</td>
<td>: 8,5 meters</td>
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<td>Engine</td>
<td>: 10 cyl. Mercedes Benz OM 403</td>
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<td>Cruising speed</td>
<td>: 8 knots</td>
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<td>Top speed</td>
<td>: 10 knots</td>
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<td>Water tanks</td>
<td>: 6000 litres</td>
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<td>Watermaker</td>
<td>: 4 tons per day</td>
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<td>Fuel tanks</td>
<td>: 9,000 liters</td>
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<td>Electricity</td>
<td>: 49 KVA generator MWM, 59 KVA generator Mitshubishi, MWM 24 volts emergency supply</td>
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<td>Tender</td>
<td>: one large, one small fibreglass</td>
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<td>Navigation</td>
<td>: Radar (range 24 NM), Furuno depth sounder, GPS - Long/short radio, Satellite phone</td>
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<td>Security</td>
<td>: 36 life jackets, Flares, Distress beacon, 2 Life rafts (20/25 pax)</td>
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<td>Outboards</td>
<td>: 15 HP Yamaha &amp; 50 HP Tohatsu</td>
</tr>
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<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-521" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Sea Trek" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/sea-trek002.jpg" alt="Sea Trek" width="500" height="371" /><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<p>The Katharina boasts 7 cabins designed and laid out in a truly five star fashion.</p>
<p>Lower deck you may find:<br />
2 twin cabins with a lower and upper single bed<br />
4 double cabins with a lower double and an upper single bed.</p>
<p>Each cabin has a private bathroom, laid out in marble, granite and mosaic, while the cabin areas have amenities as a wardrobe, a safety box, binoculars, intercom and soft lighting.</p>
<p>Upper deck you may find:<br />
A family suite with a king size bed, a single bed and a children&#8217;s bedstead/bench. Space allows of an extra mattress, if wished for<br />
Stretched out on the king size bed both on starboard as on portside you may enjoy the view of islands floating by.<br />
This cabin is convenient to families of up to 5, with children aged, say, 3, 8 and 14, but also provides perfect conditions for a superb honeymoon.</p>
<p>Spacious air-conditioned, en-suite cabins, the dining/ recreational area and the large deck-space with comfortable deck chairs and sun benches make the Katharina perfectly suitable for extended explorational or leisure cruises.</p>
<p>On board there are games, sea kayaks, body boards, deck-mattrasses, snorkelling equipment, fishing gear and two tenders with outboard to make life on board as pleasant as one can imagine.</p>
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		<title>Bali - Lombok - Bali by Sea Safari Cruises 3 days - 2 nights</title>
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Overview
Day 01: Benoa - Nusa Lembongan - Lombok
Embarkation on to the Sea Safari in Benoa harbour. Depart at 9.00 am. Welcome drinks will be offered, Cabin allocation will take place before depart to Nusa Penida Island. After cruise the Badung Strait for more than three hours, you then arrive in Nusa Penida, a small-sized, neighboring [...]]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: Benoa - Nusa Lembongan - Lombok</strong><br />
Embarkation on to the Sea Safari in Benoa harbour. Depart at 9.00 am. Welcome drinks will be offered, Cabin allocation will take place before depart to Nusa Penida Island. After cruise the Badung Strait for more than three hours, you then arrive in Nusa Penida, a small-sized, neighboring island of Bali that is known for its amazing under water world. Here you enjoy until late afternoon a range of water activities like dive, banana boat and snorkelling. In the evening, you continue your trip to the island of Lombok.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Lombok - Gilis Islands</strong><br />
Early in the morning, you arrive at Lembar Harbour in Lombok. After breakfast, you start visiting the island where you experience the harmonious life of both Islam-based Sasak culture of Lombok and Hindu-based, Balinese culture. First you visit Labuan Api, a village known for its wooden handicrafts. You then drive to see Lombok&#8217;s famous pottery at Banyumulek village. You sometimes see the local people at work. It will be followed by visiting a gold smith village, Sukarera. Here you could see the people making bangle, ring, earring, etc and also look the process of some pearl ornaments. You then go on to the fantastic and historical Mayura Water Palace located right in the middle of Cakranegara. The palace was built in 1744 and is one of famous inheritance left by the Balinese kingdom of Karangasem in the 18 century. Finally, you visit the local market in Cakranegara on the way back to your ship.Â  Then continue sail to Gili islands. It takes about one hour. You can relax and enjoy beachcombing on the peaceful beach of tropical Gili islands while we offer you a range of beach activities like banana boat, diving and snorkeling. You can be there until late at night to enjoy the tranquil night atmosphere on this charming unspoiled beach. Return to your ship.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Gilis Islands - Turtle Island - Benoa</strong><br />
Early morning the ship leaves Gili Islands for Benoa harbour in Bali. Before we reach the mouth of Benoa, near Sanur (Bali) we will see Pulau Serangan also known as Turtle Island.Â  At low tide we will take you to this island for Turtle Conservation tour. Previously, turtles are captured and fattened up here in pens before being sold for village feasts. However, turtles are now being protected on the west coast of Bali due to dwindling numbers and tourists are advised to refrain from eating any turtle meat or buying products made from turtles.Â  Upon arrival in Benoa at 12.00 am you will be transferred to your hotel.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
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<p align="center"><strong>BALI Ã¢â‚¬â€œ LOMBOK - BALI</strong><br />
<strong>BY SEA SAFARI CRUISES</strong><br />
3    days - 2 nights</td>
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<p align="center"><strong>Cabin</strong></p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center">De    luxe Cabin</p>
</td>
<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    700.00</p>
</td>
<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    1,190.00</p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center">Deck Stateroom</p>
</td>
<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    777.00</p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    1,321.00</p>
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<p><strong>Departure dates:</strong><br />
2009<br />
May 06<br />
June 03<br />
July 01<br />
September 02<br />
October 07<br />
November 04<br />
December 02</p>
<p>2010<br />
January 06<br />
February 03<br />
March 03<br />
April 07<br />
May 05</p>
<p><strong>Optional Water Activities:<br />
</strong><br />
Scuba diving non certified diver : USD 90.00 per person 2x dives<br />
Scuba diving for certified diverÂ  : USD 60.00 per person 2x dives<br />
Note: Only available when there is an advance booking prior to the cruise with a minimum of 2 divers</p>
<p>Jet ski (upon request)Â Â  : USD 15.00 per15 minutes per person<br />
Banana boat (upon request)Â  : USD 10.00 per15 minutes per person</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)</li>
<li>Tea &amp; coffee, bottled water, tea-time snacks</li>
<li>Guided land excursions</li>
<li>Komodo National Park fee</li>
<li>Certified Dive Master (only available when there is an advance booking prior to the cruise with a minimum of 2 divers)</li>
<li>Cruise Accident Insurance</li>
<li>Use of snorkelling, canoe and fishing gear</li>
<li>Transfer to &amp; from vessel between airport/major hotels in Sanur, Kuta and Nusa Dua</li>
<li>Harbour and anchor fee</li>
<li>Government tax</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Soft drinks and alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>Onboard telecommunication</li>
<li>Laundry service</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until April 2010</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
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<h3>SEA SAFARI VI</h3>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-512" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Sea Safari" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/sea-safari001.jpg" alt="Sea Safari" width="500" height="371" /></p>
<p><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong></p>
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<td style="width: 25%;">Main Engine</td>
<td style="width: 75%;">: Deutz 816</td>
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<td>Type</td>
<td>: Wooden Schooner</td>
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<td>Year Built</td>
<td>: 2000</td>
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<td>Length</td>
<td>: 35 meters</td>
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<td>Beam</td>
<td>: 9.5 meters</td>
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<td>Draft</td>
<td>: 3.00 meters</td>
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<td>Speed</td>
<td>: 7-8 knots</td>
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<td valign="top">Navigation</td>
<td valign="top">: Marine Radar Koden type MD 3441 - Japan, Echo Sounder Koden CVS 108 - Japan, GPS Navigator Koden KGP 913 -Japan</td>
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<td>Safety</td>
<td>: 2 inflatable Life Rafts @ 20 persons, 45 live-jackets, 12 life-buoys</td>
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<p><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Deck state cabin located on the middle and upper deck with a sea-view</li>
<li>Deluxe cabin located on the lower deck</li>
<li>Air-conditioned cabins with private bathroom (hot and cold shower)</li>
<li>A tray of toiletries in each cabin</li>
<li>Dining room and bar</li>
<li>24-hour tea and coffee making facilities</li>
<li>Vegetarian food available on request</li>
<li>Easy access swim/boarding platform</li>
<li>Fresh water on deck shower</li>
<li>Complete scuba diving equipment (only available when there is an advance booking for diving with minimum of 2 divers)</li>
<li>Snorkel, canoe and fishing equipment</li>
<li>TV, karaoke and DVD entertainment units</li>
<li>Computer</li>
<li>Laundry service</li>
<li>Onboard telecommunication</li>
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		<title>Bali - Kelimutu - Bali by Sea Safari Cruises 10 days - 9 nights</title>
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Overview
Day 01: Benoa - Teluk Nara (Nara Bay)
Embarkation on to the Sea Safari in Benoa Harbour. Depart at 09.00AM. Welcome drinks will be offered. Cabin allocation will take place before depart to Labuhan Amuk for free water activities such as snorkelling or diving. In the late afternoon we depart to Teluk Nara (Nara Bay), Lombok.
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: Benoa - Teluk Nara (Nara Bay)</strong><br />
Embarkation on to the Sea Safari in Benoa Harbour. Depart at 09.00AM. Welcome drinks will be offered. Cabin allocation will take place before depart to Labuhan Amuk for free water activities such as snorkelling or diving. In the late afternoon we depart to Teluk Nara (Nara Bay), Lombok.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Teluk Nara (Nara Bay) Satonda Island</strong><br />
In the early morning as the sun rises over Mount Rinjani, we anchor in Nara Bay on the North West Side of Lombok. After breakfast we go ashore and our first visit is the tropical forest at Pusuk where we can feed monkeys and in a clear weather, enjoy the amazing view of surrounding forest and of the Gili Islands. We then continue to the local market Gunung Sari and to the center of Bamboo handicrafts around there to witness the process and technique to get export quality bamboo product. We go on to visit Lingsar Temple, a unique site that dates back to 1714 and that sacred to both Hindus and Moslems and proceed to Banyumulek to see how the local make a famous pottery product. Passing through the most famous tourist resort of Lombok, Senggigi Beach on the way back to the boat, we stop at Malibu the most fantastic view point to see the Gili Islands and in a clear weather, Bali Island. Over lunch the boat will raised the anchor and we set sail to Satonda.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Satonda Island - Komodo Island</strong><br />
In the early morning we arrive in Satonda, the un-habitat island, which is separated by a narrow strait from the Tambora Volcano on the Sumbawa mainland, the site of largest eruption in recorded history. Going ashore we discover that Satonda its self is a small volcano as well and that as well and that salty lake field its crater. On this peaceful island, there will be free time for swimming and snorkelling or diving. In the afternoon we set sail to Komodo.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Komodo Island - Aimere</strong><br />
In the morning, we arrive in Rinca passing through the small amazing panoramic islands. In the afternoon we will arrive in the land ofÂ  Komodo Dragon, the largest monitor lizards on earth, in Rinca and enter the Komodo National Park. Escorted by a local ranger we walk around the park to find the huge animal at very close range in their own habitat and enjoy the fascinating panorama of the island late in the afternoon. Around sunset time we leave for Aimere.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Aimere - Ende</strong><br />
Morning pick up from Aimere Pier and direct drive up to Bajawa a cool town in the middle of Flores highland for about 1.5 hours. The first stop will be made on the foot of Mt Inelika for about 2.5 hours trekking to to see the Wawo Muda &#8216;five new lakes&#8217;. It erupted in Jan 2001 damaging farmlands but hurting no one. It was a wonderful sight, and the hike up through the farmland was lovely. Then return to Bajawa for Indonesian lunch at Camelia Restaurant Then visit Bena - a megalithic village where people do preserve their ancestral spirits believed and way of life which can be seen in their &#8220;Ngadhu&#8221; and &#8220;Bhaga&#8221; - conical thatched roof huts symbolized their Male and Female ancestral spirits. On the way stop on the slope of Inerie active volcano for taking pictures. Afternoon return to Aimere to get on board the boat. Then sail to Ende.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Ende - Labuan Bajo</strong><br />
After an early morning breakfast at 5.30 drive up to Kelimutu volcano to see the three coloured lakes. Upon arrival walk for 1,5 km and then ascend 127 steps to top to view Kelimutu&#8217;s green, blue and black lakes. A Dutch Geologist discovered Kelimutu in 1914; at the time the lakes were red, blue and white. Then return to Moni for lunch at Kelimutu Restaurant. Proceed to Jopu village to view beautiful hand woven clothes and for its traditional Lionese houses before returning to Ende to get on board.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Labuan Bajo - Bima</strong><br />
Early in the morning, we arrive in another island in Flores, Labuan Bajo. Prepare yourself for half day excursion to Melo Village to see Caci dance performance and to the local market.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: Bima - Moyo Island</strong><br />
Welcome to another place in the heart of eastern Sumbawa, Bima the busy traditional harbour. Our representative will be picked up and we spend in the morning exploring the town and the Donggo highland west of Bima Bay. Around lunchtime, we leave the quay and after sailing out of Bima Bay we go on a westerly heading again for our overnight passage to Moyo Island</p>
<p><strong>Day 09: Moyo Island - Gilis Island</strong><br />
Early arrival at Moyo, a wild life and marine reserve. After breakfast we will make a landfall visit on Moyo, a small island off the north of Sumbawa. Enroute, we will stop at one of several fine snorkeling sites along its west coast and go ashore at the village of Labuan Haji. In the late afternoon we hoist the anchor and sailing back to Gilis Island.</p>
<p><strong>Day 10: Gilis Island - Turtle Island - Benoa</strong><br />
Early morning the ship leaves Gili Islands for Benoa harbour in Bali. Before we reach the mouth of Benoa, near Sanur (Bali) we will see Pulau Serangan also known as Turtle Island. At low tide we will take you to this island for Turtle Conservation tour. Previously, turtles are captured and fattened up here in pens before being sold for village feasts. However, turtles are now being protected on the west coast of Bali due to dwindling numbers and tourists are advised to refrain from eating any turtle meat or buying products made from turtles. Upon arrival in Benoa Harbour at 12.00 noon (after lunch) you will be transferred to your hotel.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
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<p align="center"><strong>BALI KELIMUTU BALI</strong><br />
<strong>BY SEA SAFARI CRUISES</strong><br />
10    days - 9 nights</td>
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<p align="center"><strong>Cabin</strong></p>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="213">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
</td>
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<td width="213">
<p align="center">De    luxe Cabin</p>
</td>
<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    2,600.00</p>
</td>
<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    4,420.00</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="213">
<p align="center">Deck Stateroom</p>
</td>
<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    2,886.00</p>
</td>
<td width="213">
<p align="center">USD    4,906.00</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong>Departure dates:<br />
</strong>2009<br />
May 23<br />
June 20<br />
July 18<br />
August 22<br />
September 19<br />
October 24<br />
November 21<br />
December 12</p>
<p>2010<br />
January 16<br />
February 13<br />
March 13<br />
April 24<br />
May 22</p>
<p><strong>Optional Water Activities:<br />
</strong><br />
Scuba diving non certified diver : USD 90.00 per person 2x dives<br />
Scuba diving for certified diver : USD 60.00 per person 2x dives<br />
Note: Only available when there is an advance booking prior to the cruise with a minimum of 2 divers</p>
<p>Jet ski (upon request) : USD 15.00 per15 minutes per person<br />
Banana boat (upon request) : USD 10.00 per15 minutes per person</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)</li>
<li>Tea &amp; coffee, bottled water, tea-time snacks</li>
<li>Guided land excursions</li>
<li>Komodo National Park fee</li>
<li>Certified Dive Master (only available when there is an advance booking prior to the cruise with a minimum of 2 divers)</li>
<li>Cruise Accident Insurance</li>
<li>Use of snorkelling, canoe and fishing gear</li>
<li>Transfer to &amp; from vessel between airport/major hotels in Sanur, Kuta and Nusa Dua</li>
<li>Harbour and anchor fee</li>
<li>Government tax</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Soft drinks and alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>Onboard telecommunication</li>
<li>Laundry service</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until April 2010</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
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<h3>SEA SAFARI VI</h3>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-512" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Sea Safari" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/sea-safari001.jpg" alt="Sea Safari" width="500" height="371" /></p>
<p><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong></p>
<table style="width: 100%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="width: 25%;">Main Engine</td>
<td style="width: 75%;">: Deutz 816</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Type</td>
<td>: Wooden Schooner</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Year Built</td>
<td>: 2000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Length</td>
<td>: 35 meters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Beam</td>
<td>: 9.5 meters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Draft</td>
<td>: 3.00 meters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Speed</td>
<td>: 7-8 knots</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Navigation</td>
<td valign="top">: Marine Radar Koden type MD 3441 - Japan, Echo Sounder Koden CVS 108 - Japan, GPS Navigator Koden KGP 913 -Japan</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Safety</td>
<td>: 2 inflatable Life Rafts @ 20 persons, 45 live-jackets, 12 life-buoys</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-514" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Sea Safari" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/sea-safari002.jpg" alt="Sea Safari" width="500" height="371" /></p>
<p><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Deck state cabin located on the middle and upper deck with a sea-view</li>
<li>Deluxe cabin located on the lower deck</li>
<li>Air-conditioned cabins with private bathroom (hot and cold shower)</li>
<li>A tray of toiletries in each cabin</li>
<li>Dining room and bar</li>
<li>24-hour tea and coffee making facilities</li>
<li>Vegetarian food available on request</li>
<li>Easy access swim/boarding platform</li>
<li>Fresh water on deck shower</li>
<li>Complete scuba diving equipment (only available when there is an advance booking for diving with minimum of 2 divers)</li>
<li>Snorkel, canoe and fishing equipment</li>
<li>TV, karaoke and DVD entertainment units</li>
<li>Computer</li>
<li>Laundry service</li>
<li>Onboard telecommunication</li>
</ul>
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		<title>North Flores by Ombak Putih 7 days - 6 nights</title>
		<link>http://www.polowindonesia.com/?p=185</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 13:31:12 +0000</pubDate>
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Overview
Day 01: Labuan Bajo - Rinca
Embarkation in Labuan Bajo, West Flores. After a few hours of sailing we stop at one of the many small islands in the heart of the National Park for a first taste of beach combing and snorkeling. In the late afternoon we proceed to Rinca where we spend the night [...]]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: Labuan Bajo - Rinca</strong><br />
Embarkation in Labuan Bajo, West Flores. After a few hours of sailing we stop at one of the many small islands in the heart of the National Park for a first taste of beach combing and snorkeling. In the late afternoon we proceed to Rinca where we spend the night at anchor.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Rinca Komodo National ParkÂ  Padar Island</strong><br />
Visit Komodo National Park located at Rinca Island to watch the Komodo dragons in their natural habitat. We make the trek in the company of some experienced Park Rangers and other than the dragons, we are likely to encounter much more wildlife. We have lunch while crossing over to Padar Island to another spectacular beach location for some exceptional snorkeling.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Padar IsalndÂ  Komodo Island North Coast of Flores (Riung)</strong><br />
you will you will go ashore at the rangers station in Loh Liang on Komodo Island itself for another trek through Park. In the afternoon we stop at the small island of Mesa where we visit a settlement of the Baju, theÂ  Sea GypsiesÂ  who are indigenous to the area of the Lintas Strait and live in houses on wooden stilts that are often underwater during the high tide. As the sun sets we hoist the anchor for the overnight passage to the North Coast of Flores.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Riung Islands</strong><br />
we stop at the Riung Islands, a group of uninhabited islands with white sand beaches and beautiful coral gardens just off the North Coast of Flores. Here we will spend the whole day beachcombing and snorkeling. When one climbs up the hill there are spectacular views of the main island.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Riung - Palue Island</strong><br />
Anchor at Punga Beach on the Island of Palue and make an early morning trek up the hill to a site that goes by the name of Koa, where the villagers preserve a proud heritage in which ancestor worship remains a key ingredient. You will observe traditional village life in a place where drinking water has always been a luxury so the villagers have a routine to boil the brackish ground water and condense this into bamboo poles.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Palue Island - Kelimutu TrekkingÂ  Maumere </strong><br />
Wake up at anchor in front of Ropa village for an early morning start to the famous three coloured lakes of the Kelimutu volcanoe. On the way back we stop in several villages to meet with some of the women who specialize in the typical Flores ikat weaving techniques. Once we are back on the vessel, we move to a nearby beach for the remainder of the afternoon and in the evening we will have a BBQ on the beach.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Maumere Village Tour - Departure</strong><br />
Arrive in Maumere. In the morning we take you to the small village of Watublapi where we witness a cultural performance and the traditional hand weaving process. Afterwards we will transfer you to Maumere airport for your return or onward flight.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
<table border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="638">
<p align="center"><strong>NORTH FLORES</strong><br />
<strong>BY OMBAK PUTIH</strong><br />
7    days - 6 nights</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    1,795.00</p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    2,962.00</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong>Departure dates:</strong><br />
2009<br />
April 12</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)</li>
<li>Tea &amp; coffee</li>
<li>Towels</li>
<li>Excursions</li>
<li>Use of snorkelling gear and sea canoes</li>
<li>Transfer to/from airport in Ambon and Maumere</li>
<li>European cruise director</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Soft drinks and alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until 31 October 2009</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Getting There</b></span><br />
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Boat Information</b></span><br />
<strong>OMBAK PUTIH</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-527" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Ombak Putih" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ombak-putih001.jpg" alt="Ombak Putih" width="500" height="331" /></p>
<p><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong></p>
<table style="width: 100%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="width: 25%;">Construction</td>
<td style="width: 75%;">: Kalimantan, Indonesia, 1996/7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Registry</td>
<td>: Indonesia</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Length over all</td>
<td>: 36 meters (118 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Beam</td>
<td>: 10 meters (33 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Draft</td>
<td>: 3.5 meters (11.5 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Decks</td>
<td>: 1 main deck, 1 sun deck, 1 cabin deck</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Motor</td>
<td>: Detroit Diesel, 8 cylinder</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sails</td>
<td>: 2 masts, 7 sails, total 600 square meters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Max. speed</td>
<td>: 10-12 knots under sail</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Crew</td>
<td>: 16 (Indonesians), 1 European cruise director</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Capacity</td>
<td>: 12 cabins for 24 passengers</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Safety</td>
<td>: inflatable life rafts, life buoys, life jackets</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Navigation</td>
<td>: radar, GPS, depth sounder</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Voltage</td>
<td>: 220 Volt</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tenders</td>
<td>: 2 (with 60 and 25 HP outboards)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-528" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Ombak Putih" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ombak-putih002.jpg" alt="Ombak Putih" width="500" height="331" /><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Spacious twin shared cabin with twin bunk beds or double bed</li>
<li>Each cabin has a private bathroom with toilet and hot shower</li>
<li>Washbasin and soap toiletries in your cabin</li>
<li>Cabins have individually controlled air conditioning</li>
<li>Towels and beach towels that are regularly changed</li>
<li>Valuables and travel documents can be stored in the ship&#8217;s safe</li>
<li>Dining in spacious air conditioned lounge</li>
<li>Teak wooden furniture in lounge, cabins and on deck</li>
<li>Spacious sun and semi-covered decks</li>
<li>Free tea, coffee and mineral water</li>
<li>Excellent food and snacks (vegetarian food on request)</li>
<li>Excellent wine selection, cold beer and other alcoholic drinks for sale</li>
<li>Fresh water on-deck shower</li>
<li>Chilled towels and a welcome drink upon arrival</li>
<li>Outdoor sleeping facilities</li>
<li>Professional European cruise director</li>
<li>Main tender with 60 hp. outboard engine takes 24 passengers</li>
<li>Auxiliary tender with 25 hp. outboard takes 10 passengers</li>
<li>Unlimited use of our snorkelling equipment and 2 sea canoes</li>
<li>Organize scuba diving in Komodo National Park (optional)</li>
<li>Television, VCD and music centre in lounge</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Komodo - Sumba - Flores by Ombak Putih 8 days - 7 nights</title>
		<link>http://www.polowindonesia.com/?p=182</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 13:28:26 +0000</pubDate>
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Overview
Day 01: Labuan Bajo Manggarai Komodo Island
Embarkation in Labuan Bajo, West Flores. Afternoon excursion to witness a spectacular ancient whip fight dance by the local Manggarai people.
Day 02: Komodo National Park
Visit Komodo National Park, we will encounter the fierce Komodo dragons. A refreshing swim and some spectacular snorkeling are planned for the afternoon.
Day 03: Komodo [...]]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: Labuan Bajo Manggarai Komodo Island</strong><br />
Embarkation in Labuan Bajo, West Flores. Afternoon excursion to witness a spectacular ancient whip fight dance by the local Manggarai people.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Komodo National Park</strong><br />
Visit Komodo National Park, we will encounter the fierce Komodo dragons. A refreshing swim and some spectacular snorkeling are planned for the afternoon.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Komodo Island Sumba Village Tour</strong><br />
Arrive in Waikelo on the tribal island of Sumba. You will start a very interesting tour through the &#8220;Kodi district&#8221; to visit several traditional villages, where ancient cultures still play an important part in daily life. Witness the production of the well-known &#8220;ikat&#8221; weavings that can be bought here as well.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Sumba Ende</strong><br />
Ashore on the south coast of Flores to visit Ngada countryÂ  located in the highlands around the Inerie volcano with breathtaking sceneries. You will visit some animistic villages on the hilltops that have retained all their traditional architecture.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Ende Kelimutu Village Tour</strong><br />
Just after a early morning arrival in Ende you start your excursion to the famous Kelimutu volcano with its the three colored crater lakes. After a short walk downhill, you have coffee and snacks before visiting some villages on the way to back, a chance to see the ikats that are typical for to area of Flores</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Ende Lamalera Village Tour</strong><br />
Arrive in Lamalera to visit a traditional whale hunting village. Local fishermen still practice a primitive form of whaling with their local boats, called &#8220;pledang&#8221;. We will visit this village where whaling and other related activities are still a part of the daily life.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Lamalera Lembata</strong><br />
Arrive in Lembata, at the town of Lewoleba. One of the most culturally traditional areas on this island finds itself in the bay between Lewoleba and the majestic Ile Api volcano.Â  An area known to produce the best ikats of Lembata.Â  We will leave Ombak Putih on the West coast to drive around the volcano and discover the breathtaking views it offers to re-join Ombak Putih again on the East coast of the peninsula. In the evening beach BBQ.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: Lembata Maumere</strong><br />
We still have time for a morning swim before going to Maumere airport for your return flight.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
<table border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="638">
<p align="center"><strong>KOMODOÂ  SUMBA FLORES</strong><br />
<strong>BY OMBAK PUTIH</strong><br />
8    days - 7 nights</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    1,795.00</p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    2,962.00</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong>Departure dates:</strong><br />
2009<br />
May 17</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)</li>
<li>Tea &amp; coffee</li>
<li>Towels</li>
<li>Excursions</li>
<li>Use of snorkelling gear and sea canoes</li>
<li>Transfer to/from airport in Ambon and Maumere</li>
<li>European cruise director</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Soft drinks and alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until 31 October 2009</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
<p></div>

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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Getting There</b></span><br />
Getting there goes here</p>
<p></div>

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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Boat Information</b></span><br />
<strong>OMBAK PUTIH</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-527" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Ombak Putih" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ombak-putih001.jpg" alt="Ombak Putih" width="500" height="331" /></p>
<p><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong></p>
<table style="width: 100%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="width: 25%;">Construction</td>
<td style="width: 75%;">: Kalimantan, Indonesia, 1996/7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Registry</td>
<td>: Indonesia</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Length over all</td>
<td>: 36 meters (118 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Beam</td>
<td>: 10 meters (33 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Draft</td>
<td>: 3.5 meters (11.5 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Decks</td>
<td>: 1 main deck, 1 sun deck, 1 cabin deck</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Motor</td>
<td>: Detroit Diesel, 8 cylinder</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sails</td>
<td>: 2 masts, 7 sails, total 600 square meters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Max. speed</td>
<td>: 10-12 knots under sail</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Crew</td>
<td>: 16 (Indonesians), 1 European cruise director</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Capacity</td>
<td>: 12 cabins for 24 passengers</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Safety</td>
<td>: inflatable life rafts, life buoys, life jackets</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Navigation</td>
<td>: radar, GPS, depth sounder</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Voltage</td>
<td>: 220 Volt</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tenders</td>
<td>: 2 (with 60 and 25 HP outboards)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-528" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Ombak Putih" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ombak-putih002.jpg" alt="Ombak Putih" width="500" height="331" /><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Spacious twin shared cabin with twin bunk beds or double bed</li>
<li>Each cabin has a private bathroom with toilet and hot shower</li>
<li>Washbasin and soap toiletries in your cabin</li>
<li>Cabins have individually controlled air conditioning</li>
<li>Towels and beach towels that are regularly changed</li>
<li>Valuables and travel documents can be stored in the ship&#8217;s safe</li>
<li>Dining in spacious air conditioned lounge</li>
<li>Teak wooden furniture in lounge, cabins and on deck</li>
<li>Spacious sun and semi-covered decks</li>
<li>Free tea, coffee and mineral water</li>
<li>Excellent food and snacks (vegetarian food on request)</li>
<li>Excellent wine selection, cold beer and other alcoholic drinks for sale</li>
<li>Fresh water on-deck shower</li>
<li>Chilled towels and a welcome drink upon arrival</li>
<li>Outdoor sleeping facilities</li>
<li>Professional European cruise director</li>
<li>Main tender with 60 hp. outboard engine takes 24 passengers</li>
<li>Auxiliary tender with 25 hp. outboard takes 10 passengers</li>
<li>Unlimited use of our snorkelling equipment and 2 sea canoes</li>
<li>Organize scuba diving in Komodo National Park (optional)</li>
<li>Television, VCD and music centre in lounge</li>
</ul>
<p></div>

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		<title>Komodo by Ombak Putih 5 days - 4 nights</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Day 01: Labuan Bajo Gili Lawa Laut
Embarkation in Labuhanbajo, West Flores. After a few hours of sailing we reach our first destination, the uninhabited island of Gili Lawa Laut. Here we spend our first afternoon beachcombing and snorkeling and a quiet night at anchor under the stars.
Day 02: Gili Lawa Laut Mesa Mauan Island Komodo [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Day 01: Labuan Bajo Gili Lawa Laut</strong><br />
Embarkation in Labuhanbajo, West Flores. After a few hours of sailing we reach our first destination, the uninhabited island of Gili Lawa Laut. Here we spend our first afternoon beachcombing and snorkeling and a quiet night at anchor under the stars.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Gili Lawa Laut Mesa Mauan Island Komodo Bay </strong><br />
After a refreshing morning dip in the sea we hoist the anchor around nine o clock and after a short sail our first stop of the day will be at the small island of Mesa where we visit a settlement of the Baju, theÂ  Sea GypsiesÂ  who are indigenous to the area of the Lintas Strait and live in houses on wooden stilts that are often underwater during the high tide. In the afternoon we move to another deserted beach on nearby Mauan Island in the heart of the National Park. At the end of the afternoon we move to our night anchorage in Komodo Bay.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Komodo IslandÂ  Padar Island</strong><br />
Ashore at the Rangers station in Loh Liang for a trek on the island that gave its name to the Park. We make the trek in the company of some experienced rangers so we can watch the dragons in their natural habitat. We have lunch while crossing over to nearby Padar Island to another spectacular beach location for more exceptional snorkeling. At the end of the day we move to a protected bay to spend the night at anchor.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Padar Island Rinca Island Kelor Island</strong><br />
You will visit the rangers station of Loh Buaya on Rinca Island for a second. Encounter with the fierce dragons besides which we are likely to encounter much more wildlife. After a short sail along the Northern Coast we also pay a visit to Rinca village. Finally we move to Kelor Island where in the evening our crew will prepare a romantic beach barbecue under the stars.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Kelor Island Labuan Bajo</strong><br />
Sail back to Flores and after a morning excursion to witness a spectacular ancient whip fight dance by the local Manggarai people we take you to the Labuan Baju airport for your return flight.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
<table border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="638">
<p align="center"><strong>KOMODO</strong><br />
<strong>BY OMBAK PUTIH</strong><br />
5    days - 4 nights</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    1,250.00</p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    2,062.00</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong>Departure dates:</strong><br />
2009<br />
April 30<br />
May 11</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)</li>
<li>Tea &amp; coffee</li>
<li>Towels</li>
<li>Excursions</li>
<li>Use of snorkelling gear and sea canoes</li>
<li>Transfer to/from airport in Ambon and Maumere</li>
<li>European cruise director</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Soft drinks and alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until 31 October 2009</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
<p><div class='postTabs_divs postTabs_curr_div' id='postTabs_0_178'>
<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Getting There</b></span><br />
Getting there goes here</p>
<p></div>

<div class='postTabs_divs' id='postTabs_1_178'>
<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Boat Information</b></span><br />
<strong>OMBAK PUTIH</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-527" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Ombak Putih" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ombak-putih001.jpg" alt="Ombak Putih" width="500" height="331" /></p>
<p><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong></p>
<table style="width: 100%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="width: 25%;">Construction</td>
<td style="width: 75%;">: Kalimantan, Indonesia, 1996/7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Registry</td>
<td>: Indonesia</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Length over all</td>
<td>: 36 meters (118 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Beam</td>
<td>: 10 meters (33 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Draft</td>
<td>: 3.5 meters (11.5 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Decks</td>
<td>: 1 main deck, 1 sun deck, 1 cabin deck</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Motor</td>
<td>: Detroit Diesel, 8 cylinder</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sails</td>
<td>: 2 masts, 7 sails, total 600 square meters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Max. speed</td>
<td>: 10-12 knots under sail</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Crew</td>
<td>: 16 (Indonesians), 1 European cruise director</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Capacity</td>
<td>: 12 cabins for 24 passengers</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Safety</td>
<td>: inflatable life rafts, life buoys, life jackets</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Navigation</td>
<td>: radar, GPS, depth sounder</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Voltage</td>
<td>: 220 Volt</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tenders</td>
<td>: 2 (with 60 and 25 HP outboards)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-528" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Ombak Putih" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ombak-putih002.jpg" alt="Ombak Putih" width="500" height="331" /><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Spacious twin shared cabin with twin bunk beds or double bed</li>
<li>Each cabin has a private bathroom with toilet and hot shower</li>
<li>Washbasin and soap toiletries in your cabin</li>
<li>Cabins have individually controlled air conditioning</li>
<li>Towels and beach towels that are regularly changed</li>
<li>Valuables and travel documents can be stored in the ship&#8217;s safe</li>
<li>Dining in spacious air conditioned lounge</li>
<li>Teak wooden furniture in lounge, cabins and on deck</li>
<li>Spacious sun and semi-covered decks</li>
<li>Free tea, coffee and mineral water</li>
<li>Excellent food and snacks (vegetarian food on request)</li>
<li>Excellent wine selection, cold beer and other alcoholic drinks for sale</li>
<li>Fresh water on-deck shower</li>
<li>Chilled towels and a welcome drink upon arrival</li>
<li>Outdoor sleeping facilities</li>
<li>Professional European cruise director</li>
<li>Main tender with 60 hp. outboard engine takes 24 passengers</li>
<li>Auxiliary tender with 25 hp. outboard takes 10 passengers</li>
<li>Unlimited use of our snorkelling equipment and 2 sea canoes</li>
<li>Organize scuba diving in Komodo National Park (optional)</li>
<li>Television, VCD and music centre in lounge</li>
</ul>
<p></div>

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Map goes here</p>
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		<title>Flores - Lembata by Ombak Putih 5 days - 4 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 13:21:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[
Overview
Day 01: MaumereÂ  Kumba Island
Embark at Maumere Harbour on the island of Flores. The vessel will leave in the course of the afternoon and take you on an overnight crossing to one of the most remarkable sights in Eastern Indonesia.
Your first sunset, and first dinner provide at sea.
Day 02: Kumba Island Lembata
You will wake up [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><div class='postTabs_divs postTabs_curr_div' id='postTabs_0_175'>
<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: MaumereÂ  Kumba Island</strong><br />
Embark at Maumere Harbour on the island of Flores. The vessel will leave in the course of the afternoon and take you on an overnight crossing to one of the most remarkable sights in Eastern Indonesia.<br />
Your first sunset, and first dinner provide at sea.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Kumba Island Lembata</strong><br />
You will wake up with the ship at anchor off the Island of Kumba, a smoldering volcano in the middle of the Flores sea. You will go ashore on one of the pebble beaches and this is also an opportunity to go snorkeling. We leave again in the course of the morning on our way to the island of Lembata.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Lembata Village Tour</strong><br />
Arrive on the South coast of Lembata to visit the traditional whale hunting village of Lamalerap. Here local fishermen still practice a primitive form of whaling with their small open boats that are called &#8220;pledang&#8221;.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Lembata Wajenga Bay Village Tour</strong><br />
Explore Waienga Bay on the North side of the the island at the foot of the majestic Ile Api volcano, an area known to produce the best ikats of Lembata. We go ashore to visit one of the most culturally traditional villages on the island. In the evening beach BBQ.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Wajenga Maumere Village Tour</strong><br />
The ship arrives back in Maumere. In the morning we take you to the small village of Watublapi where we witness a cultural performance and the traditional hand weaving process. Afterwards we will transfer you to Maumere airport for your return or onward flight.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
<table border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="638">
<p align="center"><strong>FLORES LEMBATA</strong><br />
<strong>BY OMBAK PUTIH</strong><br />
5    days - 4 nights</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    1,250.00</p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    2,062.00</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong>Departure dates:</strong><br />
2009<br />
May 26</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)</li>
<li>Tea &amp; coffee</li>
<li>Towels</li>
<li>Excursions</li>
<li>Use of snorkelling gear and sea canoes</li>
<li>Transfer to/from airport in Ambon and Maumere</li>
<li>European cruise director</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Soft drinks and alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until 31 October 2009</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
<p></div>

<div class='postTabs_divs' id='postTabs_1_175'>
<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Getting There</b></span><br />
Getting there goes here</p>
<p></div>

<div class='postTabs_divs' id='postTabs_2_175'>
<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Boat Information</b></span><br />
<strong>OMBAK PUTIH</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-527" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Ombak Putih" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ombak-putih001.jpg" alt="Ombak Putih" width="500" height="331" /></p>
<p><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong></p>
<table style="width: 100%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="width: 25%;">Construction</td>
<td style="width: 75%;">: Kalimantan, Indonesia, 1996/7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Registry</td>
<td>: Indonesia</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Length over all</td>
<td>: 36 meters (118 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Beam</td>
<td>: 10 meters (33 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Draft</td>
<td>: 3.5 meters (11.5 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Decks</td>
<td>: 1 main deck, 1 sun deck, 1 cabin deck</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Motor</td>
<td>: Detroit Diesel, 8 cylinder</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sails</td>
<td>: 2 masts, 7 sails, total 600 square meters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Max. speed</td>
<td>: 10-12 knots under sail</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Crew</td>
<td>: 16 (Indonesians), 1 European cruise director</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Capacity</td>
<td>: 12 cabins for 24 passengers</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Safety</td>
<td>: inflatable life rafts, life buoys, life jackets</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Navigation</td>
<td>: radar, GPS, depth sounder</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Voltage</td>
<td>: 220 Volt</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tenders</td>
<td>: 2 (with 60 and 25 HP outboards)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-528" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Ombak Putih" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ombak-putih002.jpg" alt="Ombak Putih" width="500" height="331" /><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Spacious twin shared cabin with twin bunk beds or double bed</li>
<li>Each cabin has a private bathroom with toilet and hot shower</li>
<li>Washbasin and soap toiletries in your cabin</li>
<li>Cabins have individually controlled air conditioning</li>
<li>Towels and beach towels that are regularly changed</li>
<li>Valuables and travel documents can be stored in the ship&#8217;s safe</li>
<li>Dining in spacious air conditioned lounge</li>
<li>Teak wooden furniture in lounge, cabins and on deck</li>
<li>Spacious sun and semi-covered decks</li>
<li>Free tea, coffee and mineral water</li>
<li>Excellent food and snacks (vegetarian food on request)</li>
<li>Excellent wine selection, cold beer and other alcoholic drinks for sale</li>
<li>Fresh water on-deck shower</li>
<li>Chilled towels and a welcome drink upon arrival</li>
<li>Outdoor sleeping facilities</li>
<li>Professional European cruise director</li>
<li>Main tender with 60 hp. outboard engine takes 24 passengers</li>
<li>Auxiliary tender with 25 hp. outboard takes 10 passengers</li>
<li>Unlimited use of our snorkelling equipment and 2 sea canoes</li>
<li>Organize scuba diving in Komodo National Park (optional)</li>
<li>Television, VCD and music centre in lounge</li>
</ul>
<p></div>

<div class='postTabs_divs' id='postTabs_3_175'>
<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Map</b></span><br />
Map goes here</p>
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		<title>Flores - Komodo - Bali by Ombak Putih 7 days - 6 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 13:16:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[
Overview
Day 01: Labuan Bajo Mesa Island Rinca
Embarkation in Labuan Bajo on the Western tip of Flores. After a few hours of sailing we will make our first stop at the small island of Mesa where we visit a settlement of the Baju, theÂ  Sea Gypsies who are indigenous to the area of the Lintas Strait [...]]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: Labuan Bajo Mesa Island Rinca</strong><br />
Embarkation in Labuan Bajo on the Western tip of Flores. After a few hours of sailing we will make our first stop at the small island of Mesa where we visit a settlement of the Baju, theÂ  Sea Gypsies who are indigenous to the area of the Lintas Strait and the Komodo National Park.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Rinca Komodo </strong><br />
You will visit the ranger&#8217;s station of Loh Buaya on Rinca Island for a first encounter with the fierce Komodo dragons. In the afternoon we go to one of the beaches nearby for some spectacular snorkeling and in the evening our crew will prepare a romantic beach barbecue under the stars.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Komodo Island</strong><br />
You will go ashore at the ranger&#8217;s station in Loh Liang on Komodo Island itself for another trek through Park.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Komodo Sumbawa </strong><br />
You will wake up in the little harbor of Bima on the island of Sumbawa where you will visit the local market and a village in the nearby highlands where the inhabitants will demonstrate some traditional dances. Most famous is the adu kepala : the ritual head-to-head combat.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Sumbawa Satonda</strong><br />
We set foot on land at the little known island of Satonda with its stunning crater lakes and beautiful coral gardens.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Satonda Lombok</strong><br />
Anchor off East Lombok with a visit to a traditional pottery center and a small village where the villagers will enthusiastically perform some traditional dances.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Lombok Gili Nanggu Bali</strong><br />
Your last day aboard the Ombak Putih starts with a relaxing morning on a deserted beach at Gili Nanggu (just off the coast of South Lombok). We will leave around lunch time for the four hour sail back to Bali.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
<table border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="638">
<p align="center"><strong>FLORES KOMODO BALI</strong><br />
<strong>BY OMBAK PUTIH</strong><br />
7    days - 6 nights</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    1,755.00</p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    2,929.00</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong>Departure dates:</strong><br />
2009<br />
June 27<br />
July 13, 29<br />
August 14, 30<br />
September 15<br />
October 01, 17</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)</li>
<li>Tea &amp; coffee</li>
<li>Towels</li>
<li>Excursions</li>
<li>Use of snorkelling gear and sea canoes</li>
<li>Transfer to/from airport in Ambon and Maumere</li>
<li>European cruise director</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Transfer in Bali</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Soft drinks and alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until 31 October 2009</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Getting There</b></span><br />
Getting there goes here</p>
<p></div>

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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Boat Information</b></span><br />
<strong>OMBAK PUTIH</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-527" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Ombak Putih" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ombak-putih001.jpg" alt="Ombak Putih" width="500" height="331" /></p>
<p><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong></p>
<table style="width: 100%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="width: 25%;">Construction</td>
<td style="width: 75%;">: Kalimantan, Indonesia, 1996/7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Registry</td>
<td>: Indonesia</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Length over all</td>
<td>: 36 meters (118 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Beam</td>
<td>: 10 meters (33 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Draft</td>
<td>: 3.5 meters (11.5 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Decks</td>
<td>: 1 main deck, 1 sun deck, 1 cabin deck</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Motor</td>
<td>: Detroit Diesel, 8 cylinder</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sails</td>
<td>: 2 masts, 7 sails, total 600 square meters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Max. speed</td>
<td>: 10-12 knots under sail</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Crew</td>
<td>: 16 (Indonesians), 1 European cruise director</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Capacity</td>
<td>: 12 cabins for 24 passengers</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Safety</td>
<td>: inflatable life rafts, life buoys, life jackets</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Navigation</td>
<td>: radar, GPS, depth sounder</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Voltage</td>
<td>: 220 Volt</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tenders</td>
<td>: 2 (with 60 and 25 HP outboards)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-528" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Ombak Putih" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ombak-putih002.jpg" alt="Ombak Putih" width="500" height="331" /><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Spacious twin shared cabin with twin bunk beds or double bed</li>
<li>Each cabin has a private bathroom with toilet and hot shower</li>
<li>Washbasin and soap toiletries in your cabin</li>
<li>Cabins have individually controlled air conditioning</li>
<li>Towels and beach towels that are regularly changed</li>
<li>Valuables and travel documents can be stored in the ship&#8217;s safe</li>
<li>Dining in spacious air conditioned lounge</li>
<li>Teak wooden furniture in lounge, cabins and on deck</li>
<li>Spacious sun and semi-covered decks</li>
<li>Free tea, coffee and mineral water</li>
<li>Excellent food and snacks (vegetarian food on request)</li>
<li>Excellent wine selection, cold beer and other alcoholic drinks for sale</li>
<li>Fresh water on-deck shower</li>
<li>Chilled towels and a welcome drink upon arrival</li>
<li>Outdoor sleeping facilities</li>
<li>Professional European cruise director</li>
<li>Main tender with 60 hp. outboard engine takes 24 passengers</li>
<li>Auxiliary tender with 25 hp. outboard takes 10 passengers</li>
<li>Unlimited use of our snorkelling equipment and 2 sea canoes</li>
<li>Organize scuba diving in Komodo National Park (optional)</li>
<li>Television, VCD and music centre in lounge</li>
</ul>
<p></div>

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		<title>Flores - Alor Archipelago - Flores by Ombak Putih 8 days - 7 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 13:12:18 +0000</pubDate>
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Overview
Day 01: Maumere Kumba Island
Embarkation at Maumere Harbour on Flores. The vessel will leave in the course of the afternoon and take you on an overnight crossing to one of the most remarkable sights in Eastern Indonesia. Your first sunset and dinner at sea.
Day 02: Kumba Island Kebola Bay
Wake up with the ship at anchor [...]]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: Maumere Kumba Island</strong><br />
Embarkation at Maumere Harbour on Flores. The vessel will leave in the course of the afternoon and take you on an overnight crossing to one of the most remarkable sights in Eastern Indonesia. Your first sunset and dinner at sea.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Kumba Island Kebola Bay</strong><br />
Wake up with the ship at anchor off the Island of Kumba, a smoldering volcano in the middle of the Flores sea. You will go ashore on one of the pebble beaches and this is also the first opportunity to go snorkeling. We leave again in the course of the morning on our way to the island of Alor where we will spend the night at anchor at the entrance of Kebola Bay.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Kebola BayÂ  ALOR: Kalabahi Takpala</strong><br />
Ashore at the town of Kalabahi and through the rugged landscape will cross to the village of Takpala to get some insight in the specific character of Alor and witness some traditional dances.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Takpala Pura Island Ternate Island</strong><br />
Explore the small islands of Pura and Ternate in the Pantar Strait. In this area we are very likely to run into the dolphins that are indigenous to these waters.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Ternate - Watubalu Island</strong><br />
Sail around the South Coast of Pantar into the Alor Strait and in the afternoon we will go ashore for nature a trek on the island of Watubalu, which is uninhabited by humans but has a population of wild deer.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Watubali South Coast of Lembata (Whale Hunting Village of Lamalerap)</strong><br />
Arrive on the South coast of Lembata to visit the traditional whale hunting village of Lamalerap. Here local fishermen still practice a primitive form of whaling with their small open boats that are called &#8220;pledang&#8221;.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Lamalerap Lembata: Wajenga Bay Village Tour</strong><br />
Explore Waienga Bay on the North side of the the island at the foot of the majestic Ile Api volcano, an area known to produce the best ikats of Lembata. We go ashore to visit one of the most culturally traditional villages on the island. In the evening beach BBQ.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: Wajenga Maumere</strong><br />
Morning swim before going to Maumere airport.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
<table border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="638">
<p align="center"><strong>FLORES ALOR ARCHIPELAGO - FLORES</strong><br />
<strong>BY OMBAK PUTIH</strong><br />
8    days - 7 nights</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    1,795.00</p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    2,962.00</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong>Departure dates:</strong><br />
2008<br />
December 20, 29</p>
<p>2009<br />
March 09, 18, 27</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)</li>
<li>Tea &amp; coffee</li>
<li>Towels</li>
<li>Excursions</li>
<li>Use of snorkelling gear and sea canoes</li>
<li>Transfer to/from airport in Ambon and Maumere</li>
<li>European cruise director</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Soft drinks and alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until 31 October 2009</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
<p></div>

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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Getting There</b></span><br />
Getting there goes here</p>
<p></div>

<div class='postTabs_divs' id='postTabs_2_167'>
<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Boat Information</b></span><br />
<strong>OMBAK PUTIH</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-527" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Ombak Putih" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ombak-putih001.jpg" alt="Ombak Putih" width="500" height="331" /></p>
<p><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong></p>
<table style="width: 100%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="width: 25%;">Construction</td>
<td style="width: 75%;">: Kalimantan, Indonesia, 1996/7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Registry</td>
<td>: Indonesia</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Length over all</td>
<td>: 36 meters (118 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Beam</td>
<td>: 10 meters (33 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Draft</td>
<td>: 3.5 meters (11.5 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Decks</td>
<td>: 1 main deck, 1 sun deck, 1 cabin deck</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Motor</td>
<td>: Detroit Diesel, 8 cylinder</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sails</td>
<td>: 2 masts, 7 sails, total 600 square meters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Max. speed</td>
<td>: 10-12 knots under sail</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Crew</td>
<td>: 16 (Indonesians), 1 European cruise director</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Capacity</td>
<td>: 12 cabins for 24 passengers</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Safety</td>
<td>: inflatable life rafts, life buoys, life jackets</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Navigation</td>
<td>: radar, GPS, depth sounder</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Voltage</td>
<td>: 220 Volt</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tenders</td>
<td>: 2 (with 60 and 25 HP outboards)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-528" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Ombak Putih" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ombak-putih002.jpg" alt="Ombak Putih" width="500" height="331" /><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Spacious twin shared cabin with twin bunk beds or double bed</li>
<li>Each cabin has a private bathroom with toilet and hot shower</li>
<li>Washbasin and soap toiletries in your cabin</li>
<li>Cabins have individually controlled air conditioning</li>
<li>Towels and beach towels that are regularly changed</li>
<li>Valuables and travel documents can be stored in the ship&#8217;s safe</li>
<li>Dining in spacious air conditioned lounge</li>
<li>Teak wooden furniture in lounge, cabins and on deck</li>
<li>Spacious sun and semi-covered decks</li>
<li>Free tea, coffee and mineral water</li>
<li>Excellent food and snacks (vegetarian food on request)</li>
<li>Excellent wine selection, cold beer and other alcoholic drinks for sale</li>
<li>Fresh water on-deck shower</li>
<li>Chilled towels and a welcome drink upon arrival</li>
<li>Outdoor sleeping facilities</li>
<li>Professional European cruise director</li>
<li>Main tender with 60 hp. outboard engine takes 24 passengers</li>
<li>Auxiliary tender with 25 hp. outboard takes 10 passengers</li>
<li>Unlimited use of our snorkelling equipment and 2 sea canoes</li>
<li>Organize scuba diving in Komodo National Park (optional)</li>
<li>Television, VCD and music centre in lounge</li>
</ul>
<p></div>

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Map goes here</p>
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		<title>Bali - Komodo - Flores by Ombak Putih 7 days - 6 nights</title>
		<link>http://www.polowindonesia.com/?p=164</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 13:07:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[komodo island]]></category>

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Overview
Day 01: BenoaÂ  Bali Aga Village Lombok
Embarkation at Benoa harbor, Bali. The ship will leave around 9:00. After lunch you visit the traditional Bali Aga village of Tenganan (East Bali). At night, you will cross the famous &#8220;Wallace Line&#8221; on your way to Lombok.
Day 02: Lombok
We will stop at Lombok Harbour on the Eastern shore [...]]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: BenoaÂ  Bali Aga Village Lombok</strong><br />
Embarkation at Benoa harbor, Bali. The ship will leave around 9:00. After lunch you visit the traditional Bali Aga village of Tenganan (East Bali). At night, you will cross the famous &#8220;Wallace Line&#8221; on your way to Lombok.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Lombok</strong><br />
We will stop at Lombok Harbour on the Eastern shore of the island for a visit to a traditional pottery center and another small village where the villagers will enthusiastically perform some local dances.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: LombokÂ  Satonda</strong><br />
You&#8217;ll set foot on to the little known island of Satonda with its stunning crater lake and beautiful coral gardens.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Satonda Sumbawa</strong><br />
In Bima on the island Sumbawa you visit the local market and a village where the inhabitants will demonstrate some traditional dances. Most famous is the adu kepala : the ritual head-to-head combat.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Sumbawa Komodo</strong><br />
Very early in the morning we will anchor off Komodo Island for the first of two days in the National Park. We will go ashore at the ranger station in Loh Liang for an encounter with the fierce Komodo dragons. In the afternoon we go to one of the beaches nearby for some spectacular snorkeling.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Komodo Rinca</strong><br />
We will visit the rangers station of Loh Buaya on Rinca Island for another trek through the Park. In the evening our crew will prepare a romantic beach barbecue under the stars.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Rinca Labuan Bajo Depart</strong><br />
After a last early morning swim we enter the harbor of Labuan Bajo in West Flores in the course of the morning and around noon we fly back to Bali.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
<table border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="638">
<p align="center"><strong>BALI KOMODO FLORES</strong><br />
<strong>BY OMBAK PUTIH</strong><br />
7    days - 6 nights</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    1,755.00</p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    2,929.00</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong><span lang="EN-GB">Departure dates:</span></strong><br />
2009<br />
July 05, 21<br />
August 06, 22<br />
September 07, 23<br />
October 09, 25</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)</li>
<li>Tea &amp; coffee</li>
<li>Towels</li>
<li>Excursions</li>
<li>Use of snorkelling gear and sea canoes</li>
<li>Transfer to/from airport in Ambon and Maumere</li>
<li>European cruise director</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Transfer in Bali</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Soft drinks and alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until 31 October 2009</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
<p></div>

<div class='postTabs_divs' id='postTabs_1_164'>
<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Getting There</b></span><br />
Getting there goes here</p>
<p></div>

<div class='postTabs_divs' id='postTabs_2_164'>
<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Boat Information</b></span><br />
<strong>OMBAK PUTIH</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-527" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Ombak Putih" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ombak-putih001.jpg" alt="Ombak Putih" width="500" height="331" /></p>
<p><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong></p>
<table style="width: 100%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="width: 25%;">Construction</td>
<td style="width: 75%;">: Kalimantan, Indonesia, 1996/7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Registry</td>
<td>: Indonesia</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Length over all</td>
<td>: 36 meters (118 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Beam</td>
<td>: 10 meters (33 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Draft</td>
<td>: 3.5 meters (11.5 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Decks</td>
<td>: 1 main deck, 1 sun deck, 1 cabin deck</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Motor</td>
<td>: Detroit Diesel, 8 cylinder</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sails</td>
<td>: 2 masts, 7 sails, total 600 square meters</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Max. speed</td>
<td>: 10-12 knots under sail</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Crew</td>
<td>: 16 (Indonesians), 1 European cruise director</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Capacity</td>
<td>: 12 cabins for 24 passengers</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Safety</td>
<td>: inflatable life rafts, life buoys, life jackets</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Navigation</td>
<td>: radar, GPS, depth sounder</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Voltage</td>
<td>: 220 Volt</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tenders</td>
<td>: 2 (with 60 and 25 HP outboards)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-528" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Ombak Putih" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ombak-putih002.jpg" alt="Ombak Putih" width="500" height="331" /><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Spacious twin shared cabin with twin bunk beds or double bed</li>
<li>Each cabin has a private bathroom with toilet and hot shower</li>
<li>Washbasin and soap toiletries in your cabin</li>
<li>Cabins have individually controlled air conditioning</li>
<li>Towels and beach towels that are regularly changed</li>
<li>Valuables and travel documents can be stored in the ship&#8217;s safe</li>
<li>Dining in spacious air conditioned lounge</li>
<li>Teak wooden furniture in lounge, cabins and on deck</li>
<li>Spacious sun and semi-covered decks</li>
<li>Free tea, coffee and mineral water</li>
<li>Excellent food and snacks (vegetarian food on request)</li>
<li>Excellent wine selection, cold beer and other alcoholic drinks for sale</li>
<li>Fresh water on-deck shower</li>
<li>Chilled towels and a welcome drink upon arrival</li>
<li>Outdoor sleeping facilities</li>
<li>Professional European cruise director</li>
<li>Main tender with 60 hp. outboard engine takes 24 passengers</li>
<li>Auxiliary tender with 25 hp. outboard takes 10 passengers</li>
<li>Unlimited use of our snorkelling equipment and 2 sea canoes</li>
<li>Organize scuba diving in Komodo National Park (optional)</li>
<li>Television, VCD and music centre in lounge</li>
</ul>
<p></div>

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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Map</b></span><br />
Map goes here</p>
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		<title>Ambon - Spice Island - Flores by Ombak Putih 10 days - 9 nights</title>
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Overview
Day 01: Tulehu/Ambon Spice Island
Embark on Ombak Putih in Tulehu harbor on the island of Ambon. The vessel will depart in the course of the afternoon and the she goes on a South-Easterly course for the overnight crossing to Bandaneira Spice Island.
Day 02: Spice Island - Bandaneira
Arrive in the famous Spice Islands. We first stop [...]]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: Tulehu/Ambon Spice Island</strong><br />
Embark on Ombak Putih in Tulehu harbor on the island of Ambon. The vessel will depart in the course of the afternoon and the she goes on a South-Easterly course for the overnight crossing to Bandaneira Spice Island.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Spice Island - Bandaneira</strong><br />
Arrive in the famous Spice Islands. We first stop at the Westernmost Ai Island to visit the centuries old spice plantations and fortifications. Late in the morning we go for a swim or for some snorkeling on an islet nearby. Around noon we proceed toward Bandaneira town, passing by the Api volcano. You have the time to explore the small town at your own pace. We have dinner on board spending a quiet evening in the lagoon.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Bandaneira - Gunung Api Volcano Trekking Pisang Island - Manuk</strong><br />
Early morning trek up the Gunung Api volcano to enjoy the magnificent view of the surrounding islands. Around noon we will depart toward Pisang Island for some more exceptional snorkeling and more stunning views from the small village on the hills. We set sail again late in the afternoon for the overnight crossing to Manuk.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Manuk Serua Jerili Damar Island</strong><br />
Arrive at the small island of Manuk early in the morning and although it is not possible to land here, we spend several hours in what is truly a bird and marine sanctuary. We then proceed another 45 miles to Serua, another volcanic island and here we go ashore at the village of Jerili. These two islands are literally some of the most remote ones in the archipelago.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Damar Island Pulau Terbang</strong><br />
Wake up in the small bay on the East Coast of Damar Island. We go ashore at the village of Beber for a two hour trek around the volcano to the beach on the North coast. In the afternoon we anchor off the small uninhabited island of Pulau Terbang Utara where the tender will take us into its lagoon.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Pulau Terbang - Moapora Pulau Romang</strong><br />
First go snorkeling off the deserted beach of Moapora, a small island near Pulau Romang. In the afternoon we will meet the inhabitants of the main island and then make a two hour trek from east to West through the orange and coconut groves.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Pulau Romang Reong Wetar Island</strong><br />
We stop on the West Coast of Wetar Island. First we anchor off the small islet of Reong and later in the day we go ashore on the main island for a walk to the hot springs and the small settlement.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: Wetar Island - Alor: Kalabahi Takpala</strong><br />
You will go ashore on the island of Alor. We anchor in front of the town of Kalabahi and through the rugged landscape we will cross to the village of Takpala to get some insight in the specific character of the island and witness some traditional dances.</p>
<p><strong>Day 09: Takpala Lembata</strong><br />
We make a stop on the South coast of Lembata to visit the traditional whale hunting village of Lamalerap. Here local fishermen still practice a primitive form of whaling with their small open boats that are called &#8220;pledang&#8221;.</p>
<p><strong>Day 10: Lembata - Maumere</strong><br />
Morning swim before we reach final destination, the town of Maumere on Flores.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
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<td colspan="2" width="638">
<p align="center"><strong>AMBON SPICE ISLANDS FLORES</strong><br />
<strong>BY OMBAK PUTIH</strong><br />
10    days - 9 nights</td>
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<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    2,250.00</p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD    3,713.00</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong>Departure dates:</strong><br />
2008<br />
December 02</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)</li>
<li>Tea &amp; coffee</li>
<li>Towels</li>
<li>Excursions</li>
<li>Use of snorkelling gear and sea canoes</li>
<li>Transfer to/from airport in Ambon and Maumere</li>
<li>European cruise director</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Soft drinks and alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until 31 October 2009</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Getting There</b></span><br />
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Boat Information</b></span><br />
<strong>OMBAK PUTIH</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-527" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Ombak Putih" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ombak-putih001.jpg" alt="Ombak Putih" width="500" height="331" /></p>
<p><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong></p>
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<td style="width: 25%;">Construction</td>
<td style="width: 75%;">: Kalimantan, Indonesia, 1996/7</td>
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<td>Registry</td>
<td>: Indonesia</td>
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<td>Length over all</td>
<td>: 36 meters (118 feet)</td>
</tr>
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<td>Beam</td>
<td>: 10 meters (33 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Draft</td>
<td>: 3.5 meters (11.5 feet)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Decks</td>
<td>: 1 main deck, 1 sun deck, 1 cabin deck</td>
</tr>
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<td>Motor</td>
<td>: Detroit Diesel, 8 cylinder</td>
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<td>Sails</td>
<td>: 2 masts, 7 sails, total 600 square meters</td>
</tr>
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<td>Max. speed</td>
<td>: 10-12 knots under sail</td>
</tr>
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<td>Crew</td>
<td>: 16 (Indonesians), 1 European cruise director</td>
</tr>
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<td>Capacity</td>
<td>: 12 cabins for 24 passengers</td>
</tr>
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<td>Safety</td>
<td>: inflatable life rafts, life buoys, life jackets</td>
</tr>
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<td>Navigation</td>
<td>: radar, GPS, depth sounder</td>
</tr>
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<td>Voltage</td>
<td>: 220 Volt</td>
</tr>
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<td>Tenders</td>
<td>: 2 (with 60 and 25 HP outboards)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-528" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Ombak Putih" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ombak-putih002.jpg" alt="Ombak Putih" width="500" height="331" /><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Spacious twin shared cabin with twin bunk beds or double bed</li>
<li>Each cabin has a private bathroom with toilet and hot shower</li>
<li>Washbasin and soap toiletries in your cabin</li>
<li>Cabins have individually controlled air conditioning</li>
<li>Towels and beach towels that are regularly changed</li>
<li>Valuables and travel documents can be stored in the ship&#8217;s safe</li>
<li>Dining in spacious air conditioned lounge</li>
<li>Teak wooden furniture in lounge, cabins and on deck</li>
<li>Spacious sun and semi-covered decks</li>
<li>Free tea, coffee and mineral water</li>
<li>Excellent food and snacks (vegetarian food on request)</li>
<li>Excellent wine selection, cold beer and other alcoholic drinks for sale</li>
<li>Fresh water on-deck shower</li>
<li>Chilled towels and a welcome drink upon arrival</li>
<li>Outdoor sleeping facilities</li>
<li>Professional European cruise director</li>
<li>Main tender with 60 hp. outboard engine takes 24 passengers</li>
<li>Auxiliary tender with 25 hp. outboard takes 10 passengers</li>
<li>Unlimited use of our snorkelling equipment and 2 sea canoes</li>
<li>Organize scuba diving in Komodo National Park (optional)</li>
<li>Television, VCD and music centre in lounge</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Komodo by Moana 6 days - 5 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 09:18:50 +0000</pubDate>
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Overview
Day 1: Bali Labuan Bajo Rinca Island
Welcome onboard MOANA. After a refreshing welcome drink, we set sails heading south. Now it is time for a short introduction to the facilities of our vessel and the tour program. Afterwards, there is only one thing left to do: relax and enjoy great views, while we are steaming [...]]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 1: Bali Labuan Bajo Rinca Island</strong><br />
Welcome onboard MOANA. After a refreshing welcome drink, we set sails heading south. Now it is time for a short introduction to the facilities of our vessel and the tour program. Afterwards, there is only one thing left to do: relax and enjoy great views, while we are steaming towards our first stop: the famous Komodo-Archipel. Sunset Dinner and overnight at Rinca.</p>
<p><strong>Day 2: Rinca Island </strong><br />
Dragon-Walk : Komodo dragons are the world&#8217;s largest lizards. They only live on the island of Komodo and other tiny surrounding islands. After an early breakfast we start a 3-hours track. We walk through the island to observe the Komodo Dragons in their pure environment as well as an opportunity to observe other animals such as deer, horses, birds etc, in their wild life. After return to the boat we have the opportunity to swim or snorkel on the clean and white sandy beach.</p>
<p><strong>Day 3: Pink Beach Padar Bay</strong><br />
This day in paradise is dedicated to swimming, beach walking. Highlight: Pink Beach some beaches are red-colored by pulverized red coral. In the evening, we&#8217;ll barbeque on a deserted beach under the star-spangled sky. Overnight in the beautiful &amp; quiet lagoon of Padar.</p>
<p><strong>Day 4: Padar bay Komodo Island</strong><br />
Today we climb the local summit and enjoy a splendid panorama over the moon-shape islands of the Komodo Archipelago and the mainland of Flores. After lunch depart for the main island Komodo. In the evening we&#8217;ll have dinner under the star spangled sky on the desert beach.</p>
<p><strong>Day 5: Komodo Island Labuan Bajo</strong><br />
Arrive in Labuhan Bajo. Early morning possibility for a tour through the old town, after lunch disembarkation and transfer to the airport for the return flight to Bali.</p>
<p><strong>At 6 days cruise program sometimes it&#8217;s possible to sail to the South Komodo National ParkÂ  this is up to wind, rain and waves or stay a little bit longer at the most beautiful places in North Komodo.<br />
</strong><br />
Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
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<td colspan="2" width="638">
<p align="center"><strong>KOMODO</strong><br />
<strong>BY MOANA</strong><br />
6    days - 5 nights</td>
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<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD 780.00</p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD 1,105.00</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<p><strong>Departure dates:<br />
</strong>2009<br />
April 15, 24<br />
May 09, 23<br />
June 13, 20<br />
July 04, 8<br />
August 08, 29<br />
September 12, 26<br />
October 10, 24<br />
November 28<br />
December 21</p>
<p><strong>Optional Water activities:</strong></p>
<p>Diving: USD 25 / dive<br />
Dive equipment rentalÂ  USD 20 / day (full set)<br />
Snorkel Gear rentalÂ  USD 5 / day</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)</li>
<li>Soft drinks, mineral water, tea and coffee</li>
<li>Land excursions</li>
<li>European cruise director</li>
<li>Transfer to or from the ship</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Harbour clearance &amp; National Park Entrance Fees USD 56 / person to pay cash at boarding</li>
<li>Alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until February 2010</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Boat Information</b></span><br />
<strong> MOANA</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-537" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Moana" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/moana001.jpg" alt="Moana" width="500" height="331" /></p>
<p><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong><br />
Built in South Sulawesi / Indonesia. Construction time: April 2003 â€“ April 2004</p>
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<td style="width: 25%;" valign="top">Name of Ship</td>
<td style="width: 75%;" valign="top">: KLM Moana</td>
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<td valign="top">Flag / Registration</td>
<td valign="top">: Indonesia</td>
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<td valign="top">Length over Deck</td>
<td valign="top">: 24,20 Meter</td>
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<td valign="top">Overall Length</td>
<td valign="top">: 30 Meter</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top">Beam</td>
<td valign="top">: 6,15 Meter</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top">Moulded Drought</td>
<td valign="top">: 2,60 Meter</td>
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<td valign="top">Deckhouse Length</td>
<td valign="top">: 7 Meter</td>
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<td valign="top">Hull, Double keel</td>
<td valign="top">: Ironwood</td>
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<td valign="top">Deck, Deckhouse</td>
<td valign="top">: Teakwood</td>
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<td valign="top">Gross Tonnage</td>
<td valign="top">: 73</td>
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<td valign="top">Net Tonnage</td>
<td valign="top">: 58</td>
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<td valign="top">Sailing Area</td>
<td valign="top">: 260 m2</td>
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<td valign="top">Sail system</td>
<td valign="top">: 2-Mast Phinisi</td>
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<td valign="top">Freshwater Tanks</td>
<td valign="top">: 7 ton</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top">Septique Tank</td>
<td valign="top">: 1,4 ton</td>
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<td valign="top">Diesel Tanks</td>
<td valign="top">: 8 ton</td>
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<td valign="top">Main Engine</td>
<td valign="top">: Mitsubishi, 8 Cylinder, 270HP, Diesel</td>
</tr>
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<td valign="top">Maximum Speed</td>
<td valign="top">: 12 knots</td>
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<td valign="top">Travel Speed</td>
<td valign="top">: 8 knots</td>
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<td valign="top">3 Gensets</td>
<td valign="top">: 27KW, 5KW, 3KW (220V/12V)</td>
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<td valign="top">2 Zodiac</td>
<td valign="top">: 4,50 Meter Fiberglas &amp; 3,80m Rubber</td>
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<td valign="top">3 Outboard</td>
<td valign="top">: 40 HP Yamaha (+ 1 Spare outboard same model) &amp; 25 HP</td>
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<td valign="top">Navigation Equipment</td>
<td valign="top">: GPS - Garmin GPSmap 182, Fish finder - Garmin 160 Blue, Radio - icom HF Marine Transceiver IC-M600</td>
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<td valign="top">2 Inflatable Live rafts</td>
<td valign="top">: each 15 Persons, Electric Anchor winch, 4 Fridges, 1 Freezer, 2 Iceboxes</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-538" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Moana" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/moana002.jpg" alt="Moana" width="500" height="331" /><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Each cabin has a private bathroom with toilet and shower</li>
<li>Washbasin and soap toiletries in your cabin</li>
<li>All Cabins have individually controlled air conditioning</li>
<li>Towels and beach towels that are regularly cleaned</li>
<li>Valuables and travel documents can be stored in our ship&#8217;s safe</li>
<li>Teak wooden furniture in cabins and on deck</li>
<li>Plenty of space for you on our sun and semi-covered decks</li>
<li>Free tea &amp; coffee making facilities, soft drinks &amp; mineral water 24 hours a day</li>
<li>Excellent food and snacks (vegetarian food on request)</li>
<li>Wine selection, cold beer and other alcoholic drinks for sale</li>
<li>Fresh water on-deck shower after your return from the beach</li>
<li>Our purser will pamper you with a welcome drink upon arrival</li>
<li>You can sleep under the stars using our outdoor sleeping facilities</li>
<li>Professional European cruise directors and guides</li>
<li>You will be in the safe hands of our 8 well-qualified crew</li>
<li>2 Large and fast speedboats<br />
- 4,5m  with 40 hp. outboard engine (max capacity of 12 pax)<br />
- 3,8m with 25 hp. outboard engine (max capacity of 6 pax)</li>
<li>Unlimited use of our snorkeling equipment</li>
<li>Good sound- &amp; lightsystem</li>
<li>Possibility to buy â€žMoana-Shirts&#8221;</li>
<li>Well sorted library for those who forgot to bring their book</li>
<li>TV - DVD - CD - Notebook - i-pod</li>
<li>Complete first aid box, just in case</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Komodo by Moana 5 days - 4 nights</title>
		<link>http://www.polowindonesia.com/?p=157</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 09:14:05 +0000</pubDate>
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Overview
Day 01: Labuan Bajo Rinca Island
Welcome onboard MOANA. After a refreshing welcome drink, we set sails heading south. Now it is time for a short introduction to the facilities of our vessel and the tour program. Afterwards, there is only one thing left to do: relax and enjoy great views, while we are steaming towards [...]]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: Labuan Bajo Rinca Island</strong><br />
Welcome onboard MOANA. After a refreshing welcome drink, we set sails heading south. Now it is time for a short introduction to the facilities of our vessel and the tour program. Afterwards, there is only one thing left to do: relax and enjoy great views, while we are steaming towards our first stop: the famous Komodo-Archipel. Sunset Dinner and overnight at Rinca.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Rinca Island</strong><br />
Dragon-Walk : Komodo dragons are the world&#8217;s largest lizards. They only live on the island of Komodo and other tiny surrounding islands. After an early breakfast we start a 3-hours track. We walk through the island to observe the Komodo Dragons in their pure environment as well as an opportunity to observe other animals such as deer, horses, birds etc, in their wild life. After return to the boat we have the opportunity to swim or snorkel on the clean and white sandy beach.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Pink Beach Padar Bay</strong><br />
This day in paradise is dedicated to swimming, beach walking. Highlight: Pink Beach some beaches are red-colored by pulverized red coral. In the evening, we&#8217;ll barbeque on a deserted beach under the star-spangled sky. Overnight in the beautiful &amp; quiet lagoon of Padar.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Padar bay Komodo Island</strong><br />
Today we climb the local summit and enjoy a splendid panorama over the moon-shape islands of the Komodo Archipelago and the mainland of Flores. After lunch depart for the main island Komodo. In the evening we&#8217;ll have dinner under the star spangled sky on the desert beach.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Komodo Island Labuan Bajo</strong><br />
Arrive in Labuhan Bajo. Early morning possibility for a tour through the old town, after lunch disembarkation and transfer to the airport for the flight to next destination.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
<table border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="638">
<p align="center"><strong>KOMODO</strong><br />
<strong>BY MOANA</strong><br />
5    days - 4 nights</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">Ã¢â€šÂ¬ 650.00</p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">Ã¢â€šÂ¬ 910.00</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong>Departure dates:<br />
</strong>2009<br />
May 02, 16, 30<br />
June 06, 27<br />
July 11, 25<br />
August 01, 15, 22<br />
September 05, 19<br />
October 03, 17<br />
December 05, 12, 29</p>
<p><strong>Optional Water activities:</strong></p>
<p>Diving: USD 25 / dive<br />
Dive equipment rental USD 20 / day (full set)<br />
Snorkel Gear rental USD 5 / day</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)</li>
<li>Soft drinks, mineral water, tea and coffee</li>
<li>Land excursions</li>
<li>European cruise director</li>
<li>Transfer to or from the ship</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Harbour clearance &amp; National Park Entrance Fees USD 56 / person to pay cash at boarding</li>
<li>Alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until February 2010</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Getting There</b></span><br />
Getting there goes here</p>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Boat Information</b></span><br />
<strong> MOANA</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-537" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Moana" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/moana001.jpg" alt="Moana" width="500" height="331" /></p>
<p><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong><br />
Built in South Sulawesi / Indonesia. Construction time: April 2003 â€“ April 2004</p>
<table style="width: 100%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="width: 25%;" valign="top">Name of Ship</td>
<td style="width: 75%;" valign="top">: KLM Moana</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Flag / Registration</td>
<td valign="top">: Indonesia</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Length over Deck</td>
<td valign="top">: 24,20 Meter</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Overall Length</td>
<td valign="top">: 30 Meter</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Beam</td>
<td valign="top">: 6,15 Meter</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Moulded Drought</td>
<td valign="top">: 2,60 Meter</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Deckhouse Length</td>
<td valign="top">: 7 Meter</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Hull, Double keel</td>
<td valign="top">: Ironwood</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Deck, Deckhouse</td>
<td valign="top">: Teakwood</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Gross Tonnage</td>
<td valign="top">: 73</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Net Tonnage</td>
<td valign="top">: 58</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Sailing Area</td>
<td valign="top">: 260 m2</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Sail system</td>
<td valign="top">: 2-Mast Phinisi</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Freshwater Tanks</td>
<td valign="top">: 7 ton</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Septique Tank</td>
<td valign="top">: 1,4 ton</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Diesel Tanks</td>
<td valign="top">: 8 ton</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Main Engine</td>
<td valign="top">: Mitsubishi, 8 Cylinder, 270HP, Diesel</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Maximum Speed</td>
<td valign="top">: 12 knots</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Travel Speed</td>
<td valign="top">: 8 knots</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">3 Gensets</td>
<td valign="top">: 27KW, 5KW, 3KW (220V/12V)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">2 Zodiac</td>
<td valign="top">: 4,50 Meter Fiberglas &amp; 3,80m Rubber</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">3 Outboard</td>
<td valign="top">: 40 HP Yamaha (+ 1 Spare outboard same model) &amp; 25 HP</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Navigation Equipment</td>
<td valign="top">: GPS - Garmin GPSmap 182, Fish finder - Garmin 160 Blue, Radio - icom HF Marine Transceiver IC-M600</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">2 Inflatable Live rafts</td>
<td valign="top">: each 15 Persons, Electric Anchor winch, 4 Fridges, 1 Freezer, 2 Iceboxes</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-538" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Moana" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/moana002.jpg" alt="Moana" width="500" height="331" /><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Each cabin has a private bathroom with toilet and shower</li>
<li>Washbasin and soap toiletries in your cabin</li>
<li>All Cabins have individually controlled air conditioning</li>
<li>Towels and beach towels that are regularly cleaned</li>
<li>Valuables and travel documents can be stored in our ship&#8217;s safe</li>
<li>Teak wooden furniture in cabins and on deck</li>
<li>Plenty of space for you on our sun and semi-covered decks</li>
<li>Free tea &amp; coffee making facilities, soft drinks &amp; mineral water 24 hours a day</li>
<li>Excellent food and snacks (vegetarian food on request)</li>
<li>Wine selection, cold beer and other alcoholic drinks for sale</li>
<li>Fresh water on-deck shower after your return from the beach</li>
<li>Our purser will pamper you with a welcome drink upon arrival</li>
<li>You can sleep under the stars using our outdoor sleeping facilities</li>
<li>Professional European cruise directors and guides</li>
<li>You will be in the safe hands of our 8 well-qualified crew</li>
<li>2 Large and fast speedboats<br />
- 4,5m  with 40 hp. outboard engine (max capacity of 12 pax)<br />
- 3,8m with 25 hp. outboard engine (max capacity of 6 pax)</li>
<li>Unlimited use of our snorkeling equipment</li>
<li>Good sound- &amp; lightsystem</li>
<li>Possibility to buy â€žMoana-Shirts&#8221;</li>
<li>Well sorted library for those who forgot to bring their book</li>
<li>TV - DVD - CD - Notebook - i-pod</li>
<li>Complete first aid box, just in case</li>
</ul>
<p></div>

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Overview
Day 01: Bali Gili Trawangan/Lombok
Transfer from your Hotel to the Moana, anchoring at Serangan Island on the southeast coast of Bali. After a refreshing welcome drink, we set sails heading east. Now it is time for a short introduction to the facilities of our vessel and the tour program. Afterwards, there is only one thing [...]]]></description>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: Bali Gili Trawangan/Lombok</strong><br />
Transfer from your Hotel to the Moana, anchoring at Serangan Island on the southeast coast of Bali. After a refreshing welcome drink, we set sails heading east. Now it is time for a short introduction to the facilities of our vessel and the tour program. Afterwards, there is only one thing left to do: relax and enjoy great views, while we are steaming along the shores of Bali, through Lombok Street, to the Gili Islands/Lombok, towards our first stop: Gili Trawangan. Depending on the season/sea conditions we stop at Lembongan or Tulamben for swimming and snorkeling.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Gili Trawangan Moyo </strong><br />
Lombok is often described as &#8220;Bali before the tourist&#8221; an island with unspoiled white beaches, craft villages and rice terraces carved into landscapes of stunning beauty. The Gili coral islets surrounding Lombok are an underwater paradise for snorkelers and divers. Our first day in paradise is dedicated to swimming, beach walking on the white sandy beaches of Gili Trawangan and a visit of the bird park at Gili Meno. Cars and motorbikes don&#8217;t belong on any of the three islands, only horse-drawn carts called cidomo. Overnight cruise to Moyo.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Moyo &amp; Satonda Island </strong><br />
Arriving at Moyo Island - a nature reserve covered with monsoon forest is located at the entrance to Saleh Bay in North Sumbawa, we make an excursion to an exquisite three-tiered waterfall. We feel like kings when we take a plunge the waterfall into the natural pool of clear and cool water. During lunch we cruise onwards to the tiny, uninhabited Island of Satonda. Satonda itself is a volcano, a small black basaltic cone rising out of the sea. After landing on its little beach, we follow a trail to a cleft in the cone, and enter the volcano&#8217;s caldera. Only a short walk from the beach lays the mysterious Crater Lake where the trees are adorned with hundreds of stones on a rope. Locals come here to make a wish while attaching a stone on a branch of a tree. When the rope breaks your wish comes true&#8230; Sunset Dinner in the bay of Satonda. Overnight cruise.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Satonda Island - Wera Ã¢â‚¬Å“Boatbuilder Village - Gili Banta</strong><br />
Around 7:00 AM we arrive at Tanjung Wera and visit a traditional boat builder Village. After lunch depart to Gili Banta. Gili Banta is the first of the islands in the Komodo Archipelago. Located in North Komodo, this island provides a crescent shaped bay that offers beautiful anchorage from where you can jump into turquoise water and swim to the white sandy beach.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Gili Banta Gili Lawa Laut - Komodo Island </strong><br />
We explore another fantastic white beach on the east side of Gili Banta. After beach combing and snorkeling we cruise to Gili Lawa Laut. If you wish, you can climb the little hill and enjoy a great sunset. Overnight in the save &amp; sheltered bay of Gili Lawa Laut.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Komodo Island Pulau Mauan Pink Beach</strong><br />
This day is dedicated to the see the 2 most beautiful beaches of the Komodo Archipelago: first the incredible white beach ofÂ  Pulau Mauan. After taking your perfect holiday pictures we move onwards to visit the famousÂ  Pink Beach on Komodo Island, which you can see on the right picture.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Pink Beach Komodo Dragon Walk</strong><br />
Arriving at Komodo Island we have to register our visit to the administration of the National Park. Around their office you will see the first Dragons and you can buy souvenirs like eye-catching necklaces and wooden figures carved by the locals. Komodo dragons are the world&#8217;s largest lizards. They live on the islands of Komodo, Rinca and other tiny surrounding islands, and on the westernmost part of Flores Island in Indonesia. Komodo and Rinca are odd islands. They are dry, hot, and relatively barren compared to the lush and jungle islands to the east and west of them in the Nusa Tenggara island chain. 2 hours Dragon Walk.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: Komodo Island Rinca Island</strong><br />
After a tropical breakfast and snorkeling on Pink Beach we cruise towards Rinca watch the landscape passing by real timeout from the work days at home use our fishing equipment or just relax on Moana&#8217;s sundeck. Depending on the season we stop atÂ  Manta PointÂ  to swim with Manta Rays an unforgettable experience! Another possibility isÂ  Pulau Tenga which offers great snorkeling too regular turtle sights! In front of Rinca we anchor in a beautiful blue lagoon.</p>
<p><strong>Day 09: Rinca Dragon Walk</strong><br />
After an early breakfast we start for another visit of the famous dragonsÂ  now on Rinca Island. Between 1 and 2 hours trekking. We walk through the island to observe the Komodo Dragons in their pure environment as well as an opportunity to observe other animals such as deer, horses, birds etc, in their wild life. After return to the boat we have the opportunity to swim or snorkel on the clean and white sandy beach. At sunset time we make a fire on the beach, while our cook is preparing a very special last dinner.</p>
<p><strong>Day 10: Rinca Island Labuhan Bajo - Bali</strong><br />
Breakfast. Last swimming and snorkeling at the white beach of Pulau Bidadari. 30 minutes cruising to the Harbour of Labuhan Bajo. Around 11:00 AM you will be transferred to the airport where your airplane to Bali is waiting for you.Departure 12:15, arrival Bali 14:00.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
<table style="width: 644px; height: 68px;" border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" width="638">
<p align="center"><strong>BALI KOMODO</strong><br />
<strong>BY MOANA</strong><br />
10    days - 9 nights</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD 1,600.00</p>
</td>
<td width="319">
<p align="center">USD 2,185.00</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong>Departure dates:</strong><br />
2009<br />
March 15<br />
November 15</p>
<p><strong>Optional Water activities:</strong></p>
<p>Diving: USD 25 / dive<br />
Dive equipment rental USD 20 / day (full set)<br />
Snorkel Gear rental USD 5 / day</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)</li>
<li>Soft drinks, mineral water, tea and coffee</li>
<li>Land excursions</li>
<li>European cruise director</li>
<li>Transfer to or from the ship</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Harbour clearance &amp; National Park Entrance Fees USD 56 / person to pay cash at boarding</li>
<li>Alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until February 2010</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
</ul>
<p></div>

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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Getting There</b></span><br />
Getting there goes here</p>
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Boat Information</b></span><br />
<strong> MOANA</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-537" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Moana" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/moana001.jpg" alt="Moana" width="500" height="331" /></p>
<p><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong><br />
Built in South Sulawesi / Indonesia. Construction time: April 2003 â€“ April 2004</p>
<table style="width: 100%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="width: 25%;" valign="top">Name of Ship</td>
<td style="width: 75%;" valign="top">: KLM Moana</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Flag / Registration</td>
<td valign="top">: Indonesia</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Length over Deck</td>
<td valign="top">: 24,20 Meter</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Overall Length</td>
<td valign="top">: 30 Meter</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Beam</td>
<td valign="top">: 6,15 Meter</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Moulded Drought</td>
<td valign="top">: 2,60 Meter</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Deckhouse Length</td>
<td valign="top">: 7 Meter</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Hull, Double keel</td>
<td valign="top">: Ironwood</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Deck, Deckhouse</td>
<td valign="top">: Teakwood</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Gross Tonnage</td>
<td valign="top">: 73</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Net Tonnage</td>
<td valign="top">: 58</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Sailing Area</td>
<td valign="top">: 260 m2</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Sail system</td>
<td valign="top">: 2-Mast Phinisi</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Freshwater Tanks</td>
<td valign="top">: 7 ton</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Septique Tank</td>
<td valign="top">: 1,4 ton</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Diesel Tanks</td>
<td valign="top">: 8 ton</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Main Engine</td>
<td valign="top">: Mitsubishi, 8 Cylinder, 270HP, Diesel</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Maximum Speed</td>
<td valign="top">: 12 knots</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Travel Speed</td>
<td valign="top">: 8 knots</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">3 Gensets</td>
<td valign="top">: 27KW, 5KW, 3KW (220V/12V)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">2 Zodiac</td>
<td valign="top">: 4,50 Meter Fiberglas &amp; 3,80m Rubber</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">3 Outboard</td>
<td valign="top">: 40 HP Yamaha (+ 1 Spare outboard same model) &amp; 25 HP</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">Navigation Equipment</td>
<td valign="top">: GPS - Garmin GPSmap 182, Fish finder - Garmin 160 Blue, Radio - icom HF Marine Transceiver IC-M600</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td valign="top">2 Inflatable Live rafts</td>
<td valign="top">: each 15 Persons, Electric Anchor winch, 4 Fridges, 1 Freezer, 2 Iceboxes</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-538" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Moana" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/moana002.jpg" alt="Moana" width="500" height="331" /><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Each cabin has a private bathroom with toilet and shower</li>
<li>Washbasin and soap toiletries in your cabin</li>
<li>All Cabins have individually controlled air conditioning</li>
<li>Towels and beach towels that are regularly cleaned</li>
<li>Valuables and travel documents can be stored in our ship&#8217;s safe</li>
<li>Teak wooden furniture in cabins and on deck</li>
<li>Plenty of space for you on our sun and semi-covered decks</li>
<li>Free tea &amp; coffee making facilities, soft drinks &amp; mineral water 24 hours a day</li>
<li>Excellent food and snacks (vegetarian food on request)</li>
<li>Wine selection, cold beer and other alcoholic drinks for sale</li>
<li>Fresh water on-deck shower after your return from the beach</li>
<li>Our purser will pamper you with a welcome drink upon arrival</li>
<li>You can sleep under the stars using our outdoor sleeping facilities</li>
<li>Professional European cruise directors and guides</li>
<li>You will be in the safe hands of our 8 well-qualified crew</li>
<li>2 Large and fast speedboats<br />
- 4,5m  with 40 hp. outboard engine (max capacity of 12 pax)<br />
- 3,8m with 25 hp. outboard engine (max capacity of 6 pax)</li>
<li>Unlimited use of our snorkeling equipment</li>
<li>Good sound- &amp; lightsystem</li>
<li>Possibility to buy â€žMoana-Shirts&#8221;</li>
<li>Well sorted library for those who forgot to bring their book</li>
<li>TV - DVD - CD - Notebook - i-pod</li>
<li>Complete first aid box, just in case</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Bali - Komodo By Moana 8 days - 7 nights</title>
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Overview
Day 01: Bali Gili Trawangan/Lombok
Transfer from your Hotel to the Moana, anchoring at Serangan Island on the southeast coast of Bali. After a refreshing welcome drink, we set sails heading east. Now it is time for a short introduction to the facilities of our vessel and the tour program. Afterwards, there is only one thing [...]]]></description>
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<strong>Day 01: Bali Gili Trawangan/Lombok</strong><br />
Transfer from your Hotel to the Moana, anchoring at Serangan Island on the southeast coast of Bali. After a refreshing welcome drink, we set sails heading east. Now it is time for a short introduction to the facilities of our vessel and the tour program. Afterwards, there is only one thing left to do: relax and enjoy great views, while we are steaming along the shores of Bali, through Lombok Street, to the Gili Islands/Lombok, towards our first stop: Gili Trawangan.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: The Gilis Moyo</strong><br />
Lombok is often described as &#8220;Bali before the tourist&#8221; Ã¢â‚¬â€œ an island with unspoiled white beaches, craft villages and rice terraces carved into landscapes of stunning beauty. The Gili coral islets surrounding Lombok are an underwater paradise for snorkelers and divers. Our first day in paradise is dedicated to swimming, beach walking on the white sandy beaches of Gili Trawangan and a visit of the bird park at Gili Meno. Cars and motorbikes don&#8217;t belong on any of the three islands, only horse-drawn carts calledÂ  cidomo or rental bikes. At the markets eye-catching multicolored sarongs hang on frames next to primitive elongated wooden masks carved by native Sasak people.<br />
The sun in the back, we continue our cruise to the east to our next fascinating location: Moyo and the Bay of Saleh.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Moyo &amp; Saleh Bay</strong><br />
Arriving at Moyo Island - a nature reserve covered with monsoon forest is located at the entrance to Saleh Bay in North Sumbawa, we make an excursion to an exquisite three-tiered waterfall. Moyo island is known for it&#8217;s luxury resort Amanwana. We feel like kings when we take a plunge the waterfall into the natural pool of clear and cool water. Not with the slightest hurry we head to our next destination, the Bay of Saleh where we visit a very origin fisherman village. A starlight dinner on deck will be the perfect end to an exciting day.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Saleh Bay Satonda Island</strong><br />
After a tropical breakfast, swimming and snorkeling, we start our cruise to visit the famous Island of Satonda. Located at the Nusa Tenggara portion of the Indonesian archipelago, lies this tiny, uninhabited island offshore of Sumbawa, separated by a narrow strait from Tambora. Satonda itself is a volcano, a small black basaltic cone rising out of the sea. After landing on its little beach, we follow a trail to a cleft in the cone, and enter the volcano&#8217;s caldera. Only this short walk from the beach lays the mysterious Crater Lake where the trees are adorned with hundreds of stones on a rope. Locals come here to make a wish while attaching a stone on a branch of a tree. When the rope breaks your wish comes true&#8230; Sunset Dinner in the bay of Satonda</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Satonda Sape - Komodo National Park</strong><br />
Early morning we depart for the all day cruise to Komodo. We enjoy a fabulous day, cruising with Moana along the north side of Sumbawa&#8230; watch the landscape passing by timeout from the workaday at home use our fishing equipment or just relax on Moana&#8217;s sundeck. Before we enter the Region of Komodo we stop in Sape to fill up our water tanks and get some fresh vegetable and fruits. Shipyards are still building sailboats the traditional way in this port town on Sumbawa&#8217;s East Coast. Sape is a convenient harbor for a stop over for boats on their way to the Komodo National Park. We will accompany you if you like to have a walk onshore or to see the traditional Shipyards.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Komodo Rinca </strong><br />
Arriving at Komodo Island we have to register our visit to the administration of the National Park. Around their office you will see the first Dragons and you can by souvenirs like eye-catching necklaces and wooden figures carved by the locals. Komodo dragons are the world&#8217;s largest lizards. They live on the islands of Komodo, Rinca and other tiny surrounding islands, and on the westernmost part of Flores Island in Indonesia. Komodo and Rinca are odd islands. They are dry, hot, and relatively barren compared to the lush and jungle islands to the east and west of them in the Nusa Tenggara island chain. After our short visit to Komodo Island we start to Rinca where we overnight in a beautiful lagoon.<br />
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Day 07: Rinca - Sape</strong><br />
After an early breakfast we start a two hours track at Rinca. We walk through the island to observe the Komodo Dragons in their pure environment as well as an opportunity to observe other animals such as deer, horses, birds etc, in their wild life. After return to the boat we have the opportunity to swim or snorkel on the clean and white sandy beach. After lunch we start our cruise back to Sape for overnight.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: Sape Labuhan Bajo - Bali</strong><br />
Breakfast. Last swimming and snorkeling at the white beach of Pulau Bidadari. 30 minutes cruising to the Harbour of Labuhan Bajo. Around 11:00 AM you will be transferred to the airport where your airplane to Bali is waiting for you. Departure 12:15, arrival Bali 14:00.</p>
<p>Note: itineraries are subject to change due to the sea or weather conditions, availability of sea anchorage, government regulations and other factors.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>PRICE</strong></p>
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<p align="center"><strong>BALI - KOMODO</strong><br />
<strong>BY MOANA</strong><br />
8    days - 7 nights</td>
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<p align="center"><strong>Twin share</strong></p>
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<p align="center"><strong>Single occupancy</strong></p>
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<p align="center">USD 1,300.00</p>
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<p align="center">USD 1,755.00</p>
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<p><strong>Departure dates:</strong><br />
2009<br />
March 01<br />
November 01</p>
<p><strong>Optional Water activities:</strong></p>
<p>Diving: USD 25 / dive<br />
Dive equipment rental USD 20 / day (full set)<br />
Snorkel Gear rental USD 5 / day</p>
<p><strong>Package rates include:</strong></p>
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<li>Accommodation onboard</li>
<li>Full board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)</li>
<li>Soft drinks, mineral water, tea and coffee</li>
<li>Land excursions</li>
<li>European cruise director</li>
<li>Transfer to or from the ship</li>
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<p><strong>Package rates exclude:</strong></p>
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<li>Harbour clearance &amp; National Park Entrance Fees USD 56 / person to pay cash at boarding</li>
<li>Alcohol beverages</li>
<li>Personal insurance (please arrange the insurance before joining the program)</li>
<li>International and domestic flight tickets</li>
<li>Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, beverages etc.</li>
<li>Tipping for local guides and crew</li>
<li>All expenses incurred due to the flight cancellations or due other causes beyond our control</li>
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<p><strong>General conditions:</strong></p>
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<li>Rates include government tax and service charge</li>
<li>Rates quoted per person in American Dollar (USD)</li>
<li>Rates are valid until February 2010</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia reserves the right to change rates by any changes of Indonesian tax, in extreme case of currency fluctuations and extreme gasoline price increase.</li>
<li>Polow Indonesia is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural disasters, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists.</li>
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<strong> MOANA</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Vessels Specifications</strong><br />
Built in South Sulawesi / Indonesia. Construction time: April 2003 â€“ April 2004</p>
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<td style="width: 75%;" valign="top">: KLM Moana</td>
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<td valign="top">: Indonesia</td>
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<td valign="top">: 24,20 Meter</td>
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<td valign="top">: 30 Meter</td>
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<td valign="top">: 6,15 Meter</td>
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<td valign="top">: 2,60 Meter</td>
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<td valign="top">: 7 Meter</td>
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<td valign="top">: Ironwood</td>
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<td valign="top">: Teakwood</td>
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<td valign="top">Gross Tonnage</td>
<td valign="top">: 73</td>
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<td valign="top">Net Tonnage</td>
<td valign="top">: 58</td>
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<td valign="top">Sailing Area</td>
<td valign="top">: 260 m2</td>
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<td valign="top">: 2-Mast Phinisi</td>
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<td valign="top">: 7 ton</td>
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<td valign="top">Septique Tank</td>
<td valign="top">: 1,4 ton</td>
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<td valign="top">Diesel Tanks</td>
<td valign="top">: 8 ton</td>
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<td valign="top">: Mitsubishi, 8 Cylinder, 270HP, Diesel</td>
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<td valign="top">Maximum Speed</td>
<td valign="top">: 12 knots</td>
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<td valign="top">Travel Speed</td>
<td valign="top">: 8 knots</td>
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<td valign="top">3 Gensets</td>
<td valign="top">: 27KW, 5KW, 3KW (220V/12V)</td>
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<td valign="top">2 Zodiac</td>
<td valign="top">: 4,50 Meter Fiberglas &amp; 3,80m Rubber</td>
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<td valign="top">3 Outboard</td>
<td valign="top">: 40 HP Yamaha (+ 1 Spare outboard same model) &amp; 25 HP</td>
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<td valign="top">: GPS - Garmin GPSmap 182, Fish finder - Garmin 160 Blue, Radio - icom HF Marine Transceiver IC-M600</td>
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<td valign="top">2 Inflatable Live rafts</td>
<td valign="top">: each 15 Persons, Electric Anchor winch, 4 Fridges, 1 Freezer, 2 Iceboxes</td>
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<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-538" style="margin-bottom: 15px;" title="Moana" src="http://www.polowindonesia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/moana002.jpg" alt="Moana" width="500" height="331" /><strong>Facilities and services</strong></p>
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<li>Each cabin has a private bathroom with toilet and shower</li>
<li>Washbasin and soap toiletries in your cabin</li>
<li>All Cabins have individually controlled air conditioning</li>
<li>Towels and beach towels that are regularly cleaned</li>
<li>Valuables and travel documents can be stored in our ship&#8217;s safe</li>
<li>Teak wooden furniture in cabins and on deck</li>
<li>Plenty of space for you on our sun and semi-covered decks</li>
<li>Free tea &amp; coffee making facilities, soft drinks &amp; mineral water 24 hours a day</li>
<li>Excellent food and snacks (vegetarian food on request)</li>
<li>Wine selection, cold beer and other alcoholic drinks for sale</li>
<li>Fresh water on-deck shower after your return from the beach</li>
<li>Our purser will pamper you with a welcome drink upon arrival</li>
<li>You can sleep under the stars using our outdoor sleeping facilities</li>
<li>Professional European cruise directors and guides</li>
<li>You will be in the safe hands of our 8 well-qualified crew</li>
<li>2 Large and fast speedboats<br />
- 4,5m  with 40 hp. outboard engine (max capacity of 12 pax)<br />
- 3,8m with 25 hp. outboard engine (max capacity of 6 pax)</li>
<li>Unlimited use of our snorkeling equipment</li>
<li>Good sound- &amp; lightsystem</li>
<li>Possibility to buy â€žMoana-Shirts&#8221;</li>
<li>Well sorted library for those who forgot to bring their book</li>
<li>TV - DVD - CD - Notebook - i-pod</li>
<li>Complete first aid box, just in case</li>
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		<title>West Papua - Sulawesi - Komodo National Park 18 days - 17 nights</title>
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Overview
Day 01: Arrival in Bali
Upon arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali our guide will welcome you then transfer to the hotel.
Day 02: Interior of Bali Tour
This full day tour starts with Barong Dance, a performance depicting a battle between good and bad. Dance and drama are important parts of Balinese culture as they [...]]]></description>
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<strong>Day 01: Arrival in Bali</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali our guide will welcome you then transfer to the hotel.</p>
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Day 02: Interior of Bali Tour</strong><br />
This full day tour starts with Barong Dance, a performance depicting a battle between good and bad. Dance and drama are important parts of Balinese culture as they are considered as expression of devotion to the gods and means of teaching the younger generation with old values. After performance you will proceed to the central part of Bali, the heart of arts, and visit village famous for its woodcarvings. Winding roads further up mountainous region will lead you to spectacular area of Batur. Mount Batur itself is a small volcano, but its setting is in the heart of huge crater.Ã‚Â  Adjacent to the volcano is the large crescent-shaped Batur Lake, all surrounded by high walls of the crater rim. You will visit Museum Gunungapi Batur and discover secrets of Batur volcano (note that museum is open from Monday to Friday from 10 am until 15:00 pm). Afterwards you will visit the Holy Springs of Tampaksiring, believed to have magical powers, and next to the springs, Pura Tirta Empul, one of Bali&#8217;s most significant temples.</p>
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Day 03: Bali - Jayapura - Wamena - Sogokmo - Anjelma</strong><br />
Transfer to the airport to get the flight to Jayapura. Upon arrival in Sentani airport, a connection flight to Wamena, in Baliem Valley. Upon arrival in Wamena our guide will welcome you and transfer to Sogokmo to commence trekking. Hike around 3 hours to Anjelma by passing through the Yetni River and some Dani villages on the way. In the late afternoon you may visit the Dani traditional houses and learn the way of life of the local people. You will overnight in the village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Anjelma - Polimo - Kilise</strong><br />
Continue the trekking through Dani&#8217;s sweet potatoes garden. On the way meet the Dani people and discuss about their community life. Arrive at Kilise village; enjoy the spectacular view of Baliem George. You will overnight in the village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Kilise - Kurima - Sogokmo - Wamena</strong><br />
Trek back to Sogokmo through the Kurima district. Visit a local market and get fresh fruit. Arrive at Sogokmo, drive for about 45 minutes to Wamena.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Wamena - Jiwika - Kurulu - Seroba</strong><br />
Visit Jiwika village where you may see the mummy (over than 250 years). Then a special welcome will be given to you upon your arrival in the Kurulu village (or other village), all clan members will be gathering on their best outfit to show their appreciation, the tribe chief will stand on a traditional observation and give the order to his people to celebrate. A special “pig-festival&#8221; with hot stones and earth pits, probably the most interesting thing to see on a travel to Papua, will be arranged for you. Before coming back to Wamena, you will trek around Seroba village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Wamena - Jayapura</strong><br />
Transfer to Wamena Airport and flight to Jayapura. Upon arrival at Sentani Airport, you will visit Mc Arthur monument and Anthropology Museum.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: Jayapura - Makassar</strong><br />
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Makassar. Upon arrival in Makassar our guide will welcome you and proceeds to the hotel. On the way to the hotel you may stop at the harbour to see the traditional Bugis wooden boats called phinisi.</p>
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Day 09: Makassar - Bantimurung Waterfall - Sengkang</strong><br />
Visit Fort Rotterdam  built in 17th century now houses Provincial Museum with displays of old ceramics, manuscripts, coins and other artefacts. Continue your trip to Bantimurung Waterfall located in a steep limestone valley with lush vegetation, popularly known as The Butterfly Valley. Brightly coloured butterflies, indigenous to this are, are considered among the most beautiful in the world. Proceed to Sengkang and you will try to catch the beautiful view of the sunset at Lake Tempe. You will cross the lake by motorized canoe and we will visit fisherman families who do live on the floating villages.</p>
<p><strong>Day 10: Sengkang - Palopo - Tana Toraja</strong><br />
Before living for Tana Toraja visit a traditional silk weaving home industry. Drive to Tana Toraja via Palopo, an important fishing port at the Bay of Bone. As the first encounter with Toraja you will visit Nanggala - a traditional village with rice barns in front of Toraja houses of the former King of Nanggala.</p>
<p><strong>Day 11: Interior of Toraja Tour</strong><br />
You will explore highlights of the region. See cliff graves at Lemo where burial chambers are cut out of the rock and several balconies are filled with tau tau - effigies of the dead. Next see the ancient cave graves at Londa, buried many members of the local nobility; Ke Kesu a traditional village famous for its wood carvings and paintings and visit hanging graves at Marante village.</p>
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Day 12: Interior of Toraja Tour</strong><br />
You will proceed to Palawa, a village where you can find big and beautiful tongkonan - traditional Toraja houses. Afterwards drive to Batutumongga situated 1,300 meters above sea level, worth for the super view over Rantepao and surrounding valleys. Then you will start the soft trekking through small village compounds, coffee, vanilla, cloves, bamboo plantations and rice fields (approximately 3 hours walk).</p>
<p><strong>Day 13: Tana Toraja - Makassar - Bali</strong><br />
Early morning drive to Makassar to catch the flight to Bali. On the way you will stop at Bambapuang to have a view over the Erotic Mountain. Upon arrival in Bali our guide will welcome you and transfer to your hotel.</p>
<p><strong>Day 14: Bali - Labuan Bajo - Rinca</strong><br />
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Labuan Bajo. Upon arrival at Komodo Airport, Labuan Bajo, our guide will welcome you then transfer to the harbour and get aboard. Sail to Rinca Island in Komodo National Park for approximately 3 to 4 hours (depend on weather conditions). Start trekking on Rinca Island and see Komodo dragons at their natural habitats.</p>
<p><strong>Day 15: Rinca - Komodo - Labuan Bajo</strong><br />
Early morning sail to Komodo Island and start the trekking for another chance to see the Komodo dragons and other wild animals such as wild horses, wild buffalo, wild deer and wild pig. After discovering the land and its life, return to the boat and proceed to Pantai Merah (Pink/Red Beach) for swimming and snorkelling amongst colourful tropical fish. Continue sailing to Labuan Bajo.</p>
<p><strong>Day 16: Labuan Bajo - Bali</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to the airport to get flight to your next destination. On the way to the airport you will visit Batu Cermin Stone Mirror Cave. Upon arrival in Bali our guide will welcome you and transfer to your hotel.</p>
<p><strong>DAY 17: Bali - Free Program</strong><br />
You may enjoy hotel facilities or book optional tour.</p>
<p><strong>DAY 18: Bali - Departure</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to airport for you next destination.</p>
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		<title>Sumatra - Kalimantan - Sulawesi - Papua - Jawa - Lombok - Komodo - Bali 45 days - 44 nights</title>
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Overview
Day 01: Arrival in Medan - Berastagi
Upon arrival at Polonia airport, Medan, our guide will welcome you afterwards visit Grand Mosque, Maimoon Palace - the Palace of Old Deli Kingdom and the Temple of East Mountain - a Chinese temple with its unique characteristic. Then transfer to Berastagi (2-hour drive), a highland resort with its [...]]]></description>
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Day 01: Arrival in Medan - Berastagi</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Polonia airport, Medan, our guide will welcome you afterwards visit Grand Mosque, Maimoon Palace - the Palace of Old Deli Kingdom and the Temple of East Mountain - a Chinese temple with its unique characteristic. Then transfer to Berastagi (2-hour drive), a highland resort with its refreshing weather and magnificent mountain scenery, through some part of the lush tropical rain forest of Sumatra. Reaching Berastagi, visit Peceran a village with a number of traditional houses that are still being used. Then visit the fruit market of Berastagi.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Berastagi - Parapat - Samosir Island</strong><br />
Depart for Parapat  a famous lake resort lies on the east shore of Lake Toba. See the slender Sipiso-piso Waterfall drops into the northern tip shore of Lake Toba from hundred meter height. Visit the ancient King Palace of Simalungun at Pematang Purba. Proceed to Parapat through the fertile vegetable and fruit farms, pine tree forest and spectacular view of Lake Toba along most part of the journey. After arrival in Parapat you will precede for Samosir - a huge island in the middle of Lake Toba (approximately 45 minutes).</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Samosir Island Tour</strong><br />
Visit the Tomb of King Sidabutar and Batak Toba Village at Tomok. Then to Ambarita, a traditional village with ancient megalithic furniture in front of the traditional house and the village of Simanindo to watch folkdance performance of Batak Toba people. Also visit the tiny Tao Island.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Samosir Island - Parapat - Panyabungan</strong><br />
In the morning you will leave for Panyabungan. On the way you will visit Lumban Binanga village, a small town Balige with its richly ornamented market building, winding along the road from Tarutung.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Panyabungan - Bukittinggi</strong><br />
The journey to Bukittinggi is rather long but worthwhile, it exhibits the inner part of Sumatra. The scenery of mountains, rivers, valleys and traditional villages will relieve you from your weariness. The Equator Monument should nonetheless be remarkable in your personal record. Then proceed to the most charming town, the heart of Minangkabau Highland, and the centre of matrilineal society of Sumatra, Bukittinggi.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Bukittinggi Tour</strong><br />
Explore the beauty and the cultural aspects of Minangkabau Highland. See the landmark of Bukittinggi  Jam Gadang (Clock Tower), the uniqueness of the local market, museum, Harau Canyon a grand valley. Travel further to Pagaruyung  site of the ancient Minangkabau Kingdom where women ruled in matrilineal society. Before returning to hotel, visit the traditional village of Lima Kaum and Balimbing and Koto Gadang which is renowned for its silverworks.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Bukittinggi - Padang - Jakarta</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to Minangkabau International Airport to get flight to Jakarta. Upon arrival at Bandara Internasional Soekarno - Hatta, Jakarta, our guide will meet you and directly transfer to your hotel.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: Jakarta - Balikpapan - Samarinda</strong><br />
Transfer to airport to get the flight to Balikpapan. Upon arrival at Balikpapan you will meet our guide and transfer to Samarinda. Samarinda, the capital of East Kalimantan province, is the point of departure for all river travel inland on the Mahakam River.</p>
<p><strong>Day 09: Samarinda - Mahakam River</strong><br />
After sightseeing around Samarinda you will board houseboat for exciting adventure on Mahakam River. The Mahakam River and its tributaries reach far inland in East Kalimantan, providing access to relatively remote Dayak villages.</p>
<p><strong>Day 10: Muara Muntai - Tanjung Isuy</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Muara Muntai, short sightseeing around the village to see the local people activities. Then continue your trip by motor canoe to a small settlement around Lake Jempang,Tanjung Isuy. The trip to Tanjung Isuy over the Mahakam River is a long but interesting one past floating villages and forest scenery. Upon arrival at Tanjung Isuy you will be given a traditional Benuaq Dayak welcome.</p>
<p><strong>Day 11: Tanjung Isuy - Mancong - Melak</strong><br />
You will cruise to Mancong village where you can find rebuild longhouse that gives an idea of past grandeur. Afterwards back to Muara Muntai and continue cruise by houseboat to Melak. Melak is a little village further upstream on the Mahakam River in the heart of the land of Tanjung Dayak.</p>
<p><strong>Day 12: Melak - Eheng - Ombau Asa</strong><br />
Upon arrival in Melak you will drive by jeep/minibus to Eheng. Passing beautiful highlands you will reach the traditional longhouse of Dayak Tunjung. Afterwards you will visit Kersik Luway Orchid Reserve where you can find many species of orchids, including unique black variety. Continue your trip to Ombau Asa Waterfall, an exciting place for swimming. You will back to Melak then board to the houseboat and cruise downstream to Tenggarong.</p>
<p><strong>Day 13: Tenggarong - Samarinda</strong><br />
You will arrive in Tenggarong, the former capital of the Kutai sultanate. The chief attraction is the Mulawarmawan Museum, which is located on the site of the old palace of the Sultan of Kutai. The museum is housing Ming dynasty ceramics and Dayak handicrafts. Afterwards you will return to houseboat and cruise downstream to Samarinda.</p>
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Day 14: Samarinda - Samboja Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre</strong><br />
You will drive to Samboja Lodge, where you will start soft trekking in the surrounding forest.</p>
<p><strong>Day 15: Samboja Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre - Balikpapan</strong><br />
You will enjoy the day observing how orangutans learn forest skills and monitor behaviours of sun bears. Late afternoon you will drive to Balikpapan.</p>
<p><strong>Day 16: Balikpapan - Makassar</strong><br />
Transfer to airport to get flight to Makassar, upon arrival at Hasanuddin airport, Makassar, our guide will welcome you then direct transfer to hotel.</p>
<p><strong>Day 17: Makassar Sengkang</strong><br />
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</strong>manuscripts, coins and other artefacts. Continue your trip to Bantimurung Waterfall located in a steep limestone valley with lush vegetation, popularly known as The Butterfly Valley. Brightly coloured butterflies, indigenous to this are, are considered among the most beautiful in the world. Proceed to Sengkang and you will try to catch the beautiful view of the sunset at Lake Tempe. You will cross the lake by motorized canoe and we will visit fisherman families who do live on the floating villages.</p>
<p><strong>Day 18: Sengkang - Palopo - Tana Toraja</strong><br />
Before living for Tana Toraja visit a traditional silk weaving home industry. Drive to Tana Toraja via Palopo, an important fishing port at the Bay of Bone. As the first encounter with Toraja you will visit Nanggala - a traditional village with rice barns in front of Toraja houses of the former King of Nanggala.</p>
<p><strong>Day 19: Interior of Toraja Tour</strong><br />
You will explore highlights of the region. See cliff graves at Lemo where burial chambers are cut out of the rock and several balconies are filled with tau tau - effigies of the dead. Next see the ancient cave graves at Londa, buried many members of the local nobility; Ke Kesu a traditional village famous for its wood carvings and paintings and visit hanging graves at Marante village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 20: Another Side of Toraja &amp; Village Treking</strong><br />
You will proceed to Palawa, a village where you can find big and beautiful tongkonan - traditional Toraja houses. Afterwards drive to Batutumongga situated 1,300 meters above sea level, worth for the super view over Rantepao and surrounding valleys. Then you will start the soft trekking through small village compounds, coffee, vanilla, cloves, bamboo plantations and rice fields (approximately 3 hours walk).</p>
<p><strong>Day 21: Tana Toraja - Makassar</strong><br />
Meals included: breakfast<br />
Early morning drive to Makassar. On the way you will stop at Bambapuang to have a view over the Erotic Mountain.</p>
<p><strong>Day 22: Makassar - Jayapura - Wamena - Sogokomo - Anjelma</strong><br />
Transfer to the airport to get the flight to Jayapura. Upon arrival in Sentani airport, a connection flight to Wamena, in Baliem Valley. Upon arrival in Wamena our guide will welcome you and transfer to Sogokmo to commence trekking. Hike around 3 hours to Anjelma by passing through the Yetni River and some Dani villages on the way. In the late afternoon you may visit the Dani traditional houses and learn the way of life of the local people. You will overnight in the village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 23: Anjelma - Polimo - Kilise</strong><br />
Continue the trekking through Dani sweet potatoes garden. On the way meet the Dani people and discuss about their community life. Arrive at Kilise village; enjoy the spectacular view of Baliem George. You will overnight in the village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 24: Kilise - Kurima - Sogokmo - Wamena</strong><br />
Trek back to Sogokmo through the Kurima district. Visit a local market and get fresh fruit. Arrive at Sogokmo, drive for about 45 minutes to Wamena.</p>
<p><strong>Day 25: Wamena - Jiwika - Kurulu - Seroba</strong><br />
Visit Jiwika village where you may see the mummy (over than 250 years). Then a special welcome will be given to you upon your arrival in the Kurulu village (or other village), all clan members will be gathering on their best outfit to show their appreciation, the tribe chief will stand on a traditional observation and give the order to his people to celebrate. A special pig-festival with hot stones and earth pits, probably the most interesting thing to see on a travel to Papua, will be arranged for you. Before coming back to Wamena, you will trek around Seroba village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 26: Wamena - Jayapura</strong><br />
Transfer to Wamena Airport and flight to Jayapura. Upon arrival at Sentani Airport, you will visit Mc Arthur monument and Anthropology Museum.</p>
<p><strong>Day 27: Jayapura - Jakarta</strong><br />
Transfer to Sentani airport to get flight to Jakarta. Upon arrival at Soekarno - Hatta International Airport in Jakarta, our guide will welcome you then transfer to your hotel.</p>
<p><strong>Day 28: City Tour + Bogor Botanical Garden</strong><br />
The trip begins with a visit at National Museum (note that on Mondays it is closed), the oldest and the best museum in Indonesia, containing fascinating stone, bronze and ceramic collections. Afterwards visit Taman Mini Indonesia Indah 160-hectare park that provides a vicarious tour of the architecture and cultures of the Indonesian archipelago. Continue the trip to Bogor, famous for the world-class Botanical Garden. Kebon Raya was officially established by the Dutch in 1817, generations of botanists collect over 15,000 species of tropical plants from around the world.</p>
<p><strong>Day 29: Jakarta - Jogja</strong><br />
Transfer to the airport to get flight to Jogja. Upon arrival at Adi Sucipto Airport, Jogja, our guide will welcome you then direct tour to Prambanan Temple, which contain the greatest single concentration of ancient sites in Indonesia. The main site here is the so-called Loro Jonggrang complex, generally considered to be Java most elegant and awe-inspiring candi, noted for its 47-metre central Siva temple. Then visit Kalasan Temple and next Sonobudoyo Museum where you can watch the Wayang Kulit performance.</p>
<p><strong>Day 30: Borobudur Temple &amp; Jogja City Tour</strong><br />
Early morning drive to Borobudur for having wonderful sunrise and explore it. Candi Borobudur stands on a small hill above the Kedu Plain, 42 km to the west of Jogja. Borobudur is one of the greatest Buddhist monuments in the world, this colossal relic was built by Sailendra dynasty between 750 and 842 AD and revealed by Sir Thomas Stanford Raffles in 1814. Having breakfast at local restaurant then start city tour by visiting Sultan Royal Palace, built in stages between 1756 and 1790 by Yogya founder, Sultan Hamengkubuwono I, which is a splendid example of traditional Javanese court architecture. Afterwards visit remarkable Taman Sari complex, known as Water Castle, and visit centre of batik you will see the process how to produce batik as home industry.</p>
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Day 31: Jogja - Bromo</strong><br />
Continue the trip to East Java. On the way visit the Keraton Surakarta and Trowulan. Afterwards drive to spectacular Tengger region, there is perhaps no other volcanic terrain in the world that can be compared with it.</p>
<p><strong>Day 32: Bromo - Surabaya - Lombok</strong><br />
You will wake up early in the morning to catch the sunrise over Bromo. The huge Tengger caldera measures some 10 km across a ring of steep walls rising 400 metres from a deserted  of black volcanic sand. At the centre rises a group of four small peaks, each 300 - 400 metres high. Bromo itself is a steaming mountain of cinder and as one of the world most remarkable sights. Back to hotel for breakfast and short relax, afterwards drive to Surabaya for the flight to Lombok. Upon arrival in Selaparang Airport, Mataram, Lombok, our guide will transfer you to your hotel.</p>
<p><strong>Day 33: Interior of Lombok</strong><br />
You will experience the nature and arts of Lombok. Begin with a visit at local colourful Mandalika public market, where spices, vegetables, fish and much more daily commodities are found here. Proceed to Lingsar Temple to witness the unity and toleration between Hindu and Moslem Wetu Telu. Your next destination is, located on the slope of towering Mt. Rinjani, Benang Setokel waterfall. Next descend to Sade village to visit a compound of Sasak people with their unique way of life and architecture; Sukarara village, where you will find the natural tie-died and hand woven fabrics of Lombok. Continue to Banyumulek village, the famous for clay pottery and Tanjung Karang fishing village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 34: Gili Nanggu</strong><br />
This is an opportunity to explore a small island Gili Nanggu, situated in the southwest of Lombok, one of the smallest isles of Sekotong area. There some attractive spots en route for taking photos before reaching Tawun, a small harbour where you will get aboard the outrigger boat for approximately 20 minutes ride to Gili Nanggu. You will have free time to enjoy snorkelling, swimming or just relaxing on the island&#8217;s white sandy beach.</p>
<p><strong>Day 35: Lombok - Bali</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to Selaparang Airport, Mataram to get flight to Bali. Upon arrival in Bali, our guide will escort you to your hotel.</p>
<p><strong>Day 36: Bali - Labuan Bajo - Rinca</strong><br />
Transfer to Ngurah Rai airport for the flight to Labuan Bajo in West Flores. Upon arrival at Komodo Airport, Labuan Bajo, our guide will welcome you then transfer to the harbour and get aboard. Sail to Rinca Island in Komodo National Park for approximately 3 to 4 hours (depend on weather conditions). Start trekking on Rinca Island and see Komodo dragons at their natural habitats. You will overnight onboard.</p>
<p><strong>Day 37: Rinca - Komodo - Kalong</strong><br />
Early morning sail to Komodo Island and start the trekking for another chance to see the Komodo dragons and other wild animals such as wild horses, wild buffalo, wild deer and wild pig. After discovering the land and its life, return to the boat and proceed to Pantai Merah (Pink/Red Beach) for swimming and snorkelling amongst colourful tropical fish. Continue sailing to Kalong Island to see thousands of bats flying out from their nets.</p>
<p><strong>Day 38: Kalong - Bidadari - Labuan Bajo</strong><br />
Sail to Bidadari Island for snorkelling and swimming then return to Labuan Bajo. Visit Batu Cermin stone mirror cave, and some villages around Labuan Bajo.</p>
<p><strong>Day 39: Labuan Bajo - Bali</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to the airport to get flight to Bali. Upon arrival at Ngurah Rai airport in Bali, our guide will transfer you to your hotel.</p>
<p><strong>Day 40: Interior of Bali &amp; Besakih Temple</strong><br />
This full day tour starts with visit of central part of Bali, the heart of arts, and villages famous for a variety of skills. You will stop at the village famous for its woodcarvings. After that you will visit the Holy Springs of Tampaksiring, discovered in AD 926 and believed to have magical powers, and next to the springs, Pura Tirta Empul, one of Bali&#8217;s most significant temples. Winding roads further up mountainous region will lead you to spectacular area of Batur. Mount Batur itself is a small volcano, but its setting is in the heart of huge crater. Adjacent to the volcano is the large crescent-shaped Batur Lake, all surrounded by high walls of the crater rim. Afterwards proceed to Bali&#8217;s Mother Temple located on the slopes of Mount Agung, the highest Balinese volcano. The Pura Besakih complex is made up of a number of different sanctuaries there are 22 temples in all which are situated on parallel ridges running down the mountainside of Gunung Agung. Viewing the Besakih Temple from a higher ground is like a forest of pagodas set against a panorama of greenness that stretches down to the sea twenty five kilometres away. On the way back to your hotel visit the Kertha Gosa, the Hall of Justice, and Bale Kambang, the Floating Pavilion. A magnificent example of Klungkung architecture, the Kertha Gosa was used as a venue for the administration of justice by kings and priests during pre-colonial times.</p>
<p><strong>Day 41: Mountain Resort Tour</strong><br />
This full day tour starts will visit of Taman Ayun Temple, notable for its majestic gateway and soaring meru towers which are dedicated to the gods who dwell on high. Continue your trip to the north to view the Buyan and Tamblingan Lakes and one of the most pictures temples, Pura Ulun Danau Bratan. The temple was built in 1633 and consists of four compounds, two of which are detached from the main temple complex on little islets a few meters from the shore. On the way back to the hotel visit near the village of Sangeh, the monkey forest of Bukit Sari. There is a rare grove of nutmeg trees in the forest and the temple, Pura Bukit Sari, with and old Garuda statue.</p>
<p><strong>DAY 42: Bali - Free Program</strong><br />
You may enjoy hotel facilities or book optional tour.</p>
<p><strong>DAY 43: Bali Free Program</strong><br />
You may enjoy hotel facilities or book optional tour.</p>
<p><strong>DAY 44: Bali Free Program</strong><br />
You may enjoy hotel facilities or book optional tour.</p>
<p><strong>DAY 45: Bali - Departure</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to airport for you next destination.</p>
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Day 01: Arrival in Medan - Berastagi
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<strong>Day 01: Arrival in Medan - Berastagi</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Polonia airport, Medan, our guide will welcome you afterwards visit Grand Mosque, Maimoon Palace - the Palace of Old Deli Kingdom and the Temple of East Mountain - a Chinese temple with its unique characteristic. Then transfer to Berastagi (2-hour drive), a highland resort with its refreshing weather and magnificent mountain scenery, through some part of the lush tropical rain forest of Sumatra. Reaching Berastagi, visit Peceran a village with a number of traditional houses that are still being used. Then visit the fruit market of Berastagi.</p>
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Day 02: Berastagi - Parapat - Samosir Island</strong><br />
Depart for Parapat a famous lake resort lies on the east shore of Lake Toba. See the slender Sipiso-piso Waterfall drops into the northern tip shore of Lake Toba from hundred meter height. Visit the ancient King&#8217;s Palace of Simalungun at Pematang Purba. Proceed to Parapat through the fertile vegetable and fruit farms, pine tree forest and spectacular view of Lake Toba along most part of the journey. After arrival in Parapat you will precede for Samosir - a huge island in the middle of Lake Toba (approximately 45 minutes).</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Samosir Island Tour</strong><br />
Visit the Tomb of King Sidabutar and Batak Toba Village at Tomok. Then to Ambarita, a traditional village with ancient megalithic furniture in front of the traditional house and the village of Simanindo to watch folkdance performance of Batak Toba people. Also visit the tiny Tao Island.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Samosir Island - Parapat - Panyabungan / Padang Sidempuan</strong><br />
In the morning you will leave for Panyabungan / Padang Sidempuan. On the way you will visit Lumban Binanga village, a small town Balige with its richly ornamented market building, winding along the road from Tarutung.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Panyabungan / Padang Sidempuan - Bukittinggi</strong><br />
The journey to Bukittinggi is rather long but worthwhile, it exhibits the inner part of Sumatra. The scenery of mountains, rivers, valleys and traditional villages will relieve you from your weariness. The Equator Monument should nonetheless be remarkable in your personal record. Then proceed to the most charming town, the heart of Minangkabau Highland, and the centre of matrilineal society of Sumatra, Bukittinggi.</p>
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Day 06: Bukittinggi Tour</strong><br />
Explore the beauty and the cultural aspects of Minangkabau Highland. See the landmark of Bukittinggi - Jam Gadang (Clock Tower), the uniqueness of the local market, museum, Harau Canyon a grand valley. Travel further to Pagaruyung  site of the ancient Minangkabau Kingdom where women ruled in matrilineal society. Before returning to hotel, visit the traditional village of Lima Kaum and Balimbing and Koto Gadang which is renowned for its silverworks.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Bukittinggi - Padang - Jakarta</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to Minangkabau International Airport to get flight to Jakarta. Upon arrival at Bandara Internasional Soekarno - Hatta, Jakarta, our guide will meet you and directly transfer to your hotel.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: Jakarta - Jogja</strong><br />
Before transfer to the airport to get the flight to Jogja you will visit National Museum the oldest and best museum in Indonesia, National Monument a 137 metres obelisk commissioned by Sukarno to honour the soaring spirit of Indonesian nationalism, and Taman Mini Indonesia Indah 160-hectare park that provides a vicarious tour of the architecture and cultures of the Indonesian archipelago. Upon arrival at Adi Sucipto Airport, Jogja, our guide will welcome you then direct transfer to your hotel.</p>
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Day 09: Jogja City Tour &amp; Prambanan Temple</strong><br />
Visit Sultan Royal Palace, built in stages between 1756 and 1790 by Yogya&#8217;s founder, Sultan Hamengkubuwono I, which is a splendid example of traditional Javanese court architecture. Afterwards see remarkable Taman Sari complex, known as Water Castle, and Sonobudoyo Museum. Next continue your tour to the centre of batik and silversmith home industries. You will visit also Prambanan Temple, which contain the greatest single concentration of ancient sites in Indonesia. The main site here is the so-called Loro Jonggrang complex, generally considered to be Java&#8217;s most elegant and awe-inspiring candi, noted for its 47-metre central Siva temple.</p>
<p><strong>Day 10: Jogja - Semarang</strong><br />
In the morning leave to Semarang the capital city of Central Java. On the way visit Borobudur that stands on a small hill above the Kedu Plain, 42 km to the west of Jogja. Borobudur is one of the greatest Buddhist monuments in the world, this colossal relic was built by Sailendra dynasty between 750 and 842 AD and revealed by Sir Thomas Stanford Raffles in 1814.</p>
<p><strong>DAY 11: Semarang - Pangkalan Bun - Tanjung Puting</strong><br />
You will have free program until transfer to the airport to get flight to Pangkalan Bun, Central Kalimantan. Upon arrival at the airport in Pangkalan Bun our guide will welcome you and then transfer to Kumai harbour to get the boat to reach Tanjung Puting National Park. The reserve maintains two rehabilitation centres where organgutans which have been kept as illegal pets are readopted to jungle life. In the afternoon you may observe Proboscis monkeys along the river banks. Proboscis monkeys are the endemic and can be seen only in Borneo.</p>
<p><strong>DAY 12: Tanjung Puting:Pondok Tanggui - Camp Leaky</strong><br />
In the morning proceed to Pondok Tanggui, the rehabilitation centre where you can see many babies and juveniles at feeding area. Continue tour to Camp Leaky for short trekking in forest will allow you to gain information of the heterogonous forest wildlife and observe some wild animals. Afterwards observe organgutans at the feeding session. Orangutans that stay close near the station are offered bananas and milk to avoid starvation while at the same time encouraged to seek in the forest for food.</p>
<p><strong>DAY 13: Tanjung Puting - Pangkalan Bun - Sampit</strong><br />
In the morning back to Pangkalan Bun then continue drive to Sampit.</p>
<p><strong>DAY 14: Sampit - Surabaya - Bromo</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to the airport for the flight to Surabaya. Upon arrival at Surabaya airport, our guide will meet you and then drive to Bromo (about 2,5 hours).</p>
<p><strong>Day 15: Bromo - Surabaya - Lombok</strong><br />
You will wake up early in the morning to catch the sunrise over Bromo. The huge Tengger caldera measures some 10 km across a ring of steep walls rising 400 metres from a deserted  of black volcanic sand. At the centre rises a group of four small peaks, each 300 - 400 metres high. Bromo itself is a steaming mountain of cinder and ash  one of the world&#8217;s most remarkable sights. Back to hotel for breakfast and short relax, afterwards drive to Surabaya for the flight to Lombok. Upon arrival in Selaparang Airport, Mataram, Lombok, our guide will transfer you to your hotel.</p>
<p><strong>[SinglePic not found]Day 16: Gili Nanggu</strong><br />
This is an opportunity to explore a small island Gili Nanggu, situated in the southwest of Lombok, one of the smallest isles of Sekotong area. There some attractive spots en route for taking photos before reaching Tawun, a small harbour where you will get aboard the outrigger boat for approximately 20 minutes ride to Gili Nanggu. You will have free time to enjoy snorkelling, swimming or just relaxing on the island&#8217;s white sandy beach.</p>
<p><strong>Day 17: Interior of Lombok</strong><br />
For guests staying at Senggigi area:<br />
You will experience the nature and arts of Lombok. Begin with a visit at local colourful Mandalika public market, where spices, vegetables, fish and much more daily commodities are found here. Proceed to Lingsar Temple to witness the unity and toleration between Hindu and Moslem Wetu Telu. Your next destination is, located on the slope of towering Mt. Rinjani, Benang Setokel waterfall. Next descend to Sade village to visit a compound of Sasak people with their unique way of life and architecture; Sukarara village, where you will find the natural tie-died and hand woven fabrics of Lombok. Continue to Banyumulek village, the famous for clay pottery and Tanjung Karang fishing village.</p>
<p>For guests staying at Kuta area:<br />
This tour features the eastern countryside and southern villages of Lombok. Firstly visit Sade village to observe traditional houses and lifestyle of the Sasak community. Next vist Beleka village, renown for its superb handy crafts of rattans, and Tanjung Luar where we will be able to see fishing village and the local fish market usually loaded with sharks, stingrays, large cacaps, etc. Continue to the capital town of East Lombok, Selong and drive to Masbagik village, where you will ride the local horse-cart to Lendang Nangka village (approximately three kilometres away). Drive to Kembang Kuning village and begin you soft trekking tour up to Jeruk Manis Waterfall. The trek will be passing preserved forest of southern slope of Rinjani volcano. Afterwards visit Lingsar temple, Lombok&#8217;s most unique temple where two religions share a single temple complex for worshipping, Mandalika public market, where you can observe various products of Lombok, Banyumulek village centre of pottery, and Sukarara village centre of hand weaving.</p>
<p><strong>DAY 18: Lombok - Bali</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to the airport to get the flight to Bali. Upon arrival in Bali, our guide will transfer to your hotel.</p>
<p><strong>DAY 19: Bali - Free Program</strong><br />
You may enjoy hotel facilities or book optional tour.</p>
<p><strong>DAY 20: Bali - Departure</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to airport for you next destination.</p>
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		<title>South Sulawesi 6 days - 5 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 10:02:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Makassar â€“ Bira â€“ TEMPE LAKE â€“ Palopo â€“ TANA TORAJA]]></description>
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<strong>Day 01: Arrival in Makassar - Bira</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Hasannudin Airport, Makassar, our guide will welcome you then direct drive to Tanjung Bira. On the way you will visit Bissappu waterfall in Bantaeng. The Buginese and Makassarese are the most skilful boat builders and sailors in Indonesia. At Tana Beru you can see traditional perahu construction.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Bira - Sengkang</strong><br />
Drive to Sengkang located in the centre of the former Buginese Kingdom. In Watampone we will visit the Museum of Andi Mapasissi to see his collection from the former Bugis Royalties. In the afternoon we will try to catch the beautiful views of the sunset over the Tempe Lake. You will cross the lake by motorized canoe and we will visit fisherman families who do live on the floating villages.</p>
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Day 03: Sengkang - Palopo - Tana Toraja</strong><br />
Before living for Tana Toraja visit a traditional silk weaving home industry. Drive to Tana Toraja via Palopo, an important fishing port at the Bay of Bone. As the first encounter with Toraja you will visit Nanggala - a traditional village with rice barns in front of Toraja houses of the former King of Nanggala.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Interior of Toraja Tour</strong><br />
You will explore highlights of the region. See cliff graves at Lemo where burial chambers are cut out of the rock and several balconies are filled with tau tau - effigies of the dead. Next see the ancient cave graves at Londa, buried many members of the local nobility; Ke te Kesu a traditional village famous for its wood carvings and paintings and visit hanging graves at Marante village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Another Side of Toraja &amp; Village Trekking</strong><br />
You will proceed to Palawa, a village where you can find big and beautiful tongkonan - traditional Toraja houses. Afterwards drive to Batutumongga situated 1,300 meters above sea level, worth for the super view over Rantepao and surrounding valleys. Then you will start the soft trekking through small village compounds, coffee, vanilla, cloves, bamboo plantations and rice fields (approximately 3 hours walk).</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Tana Toraja - Makassar - Departure</strong><br />
Early morning drive to Makassar to catch the flight to your next destination. On the way you will stop at Bambapuang to have a view over the Erotic Mountain.</p>
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		<title>North Sumatra 4 days - 3 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:57:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Medan â€“ Berastagi â€“ Parapat â€“ SAMOSIR ISLAND â€“TOBA LAKE]]></description>
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Day 01: Arival in Medan - Berastagi</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Polonia airport, Medan, our guide will welcome you then transfer to Berastagi (2 hours drive), a highland resort with its refreshing weather and magnificent mountain scenery, through some part of the lush tropical rain forest of Sumatra. Reaching Berastagi, visit PeceranÂ  a village with a number of traditional houses that are still being used. Then visit the fruit market of Berastagi.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Berastagi - Parapat - Samosir Island</strong><br />
Depart for Parapat a famous lake resort lies on the east shore of Lake Toba. See the slender Sipiso-piso Waterfall drops into the northern tip shore of Lake Toba from hundred meter height. Visit the ancient King&#8217;s Palace of Simalungun at Pematang Purba. Proceed to Parapat through the fertile vegetable and fruit farms, pine tree forest and spectacular view of Lake Toba along most part of the journey. After arrival in Parapat you will precede for Samosir - a huge island in the middle of Lake Toba (approximately 45 minutes).</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Samosir Island - Medan</strong><br />
Visit the Tomb of King Sidabutar and Batak Toba Village at Tomok. Then to Ambarita, a traditional village with ancient megalithic furniture in front of the traditional house and the village of Simanindo to watch folkdance performance of Batak Toba people. Leave for Parapat and then drive to Medan. In Medan visit Maimoon Palace - the Palace of Old Deli Kingdom</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Medan - Departure</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to the airport to get flight to your next destination.</p>
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		<title>North Sulawesi 5 days - 4 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:54:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[MANADO - Tangkoko Dua Saudara Nature Reserve (SPECTRAL TARSIER) - MAHAWU MOUNTAIN TREKKING - BUNAKEN NATIONAL PARK]]></description>
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<strong>Day 01: Arrival in Manado - City Tour</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Sam Ratulangi Airport, Manado, our guide welcome you and directly you will visit Wolter Monginsidi and Piere Tendean Monument, Ban Hin Kiong Buddhist Temple, Second World War Memorial, and North Sulawesi Provincial Museum which displays ethnographic artefacts from Minahasa.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Tangkoko National Park</strong><br />
Drive to north-eastern tip of Sulawesi (60 km east of Manado) and explore Tangkoko Dua Saudara Nature Reserve. Short hike in the forest will allow you to see unusual animals and birds. This is the best place to see the Black Macaque and the Spectral Tarsier. The Bear Cuscus and the Dwarf Cuscus are found in the reserve, though they are hard to spot. Next see the ancient waruga - stone sarcophagi of the Minahasan people, dating from the 1st century age. Minahasan once encased their dead in sarcophagi in a crouching position together with their precious belongings.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Mahawu Mountain Trekking</strong><br />
Enjoy an easy hike up a wide path on the active volcano of Gunung Mahawu (1,311 m). It is rewarded by a panoramic view of Minahasa and the surrounding islands. On the way back visit hilltop town of Tomohon, known locally as the City of Flowers.</p>
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Day 04: Explore Bunaken National Park</strong><br />
Coral reefs of Bunaken National Park are recognized worldwide as one of the leading dive sites in Indonesia, itself well-known as being among the world&#8217;s most important regions for marine biodiversity. You will be transferred to the islands by motor canoe/glass bottom boat and you may snorkelling, sunbathing and relaxing on the islands.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Manado - Departure</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to the airport to get flight to your next destination.</p>
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		<title>North and West Sumatra 7 days - 6 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:50:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Medan â€“ Berastagi â€“ Parapat â€“ SAMOSIR ISLAND â€“ TOBA LAKE â€“ Bukittinggi - PADANG]]></description>
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<strong>Day 01: Arrival in Medan - Berastagi</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Polonia airport, Medan, our guide will welcome you then transfer to Berastagi (2 hours drive), a highland resort with its refreshing weather and magnificent mountain scenery, through some part of the lush tropical rain forest of Sumatra. Reaching Berastagi, visit Peceran a village with a number of traditional houses that are still being used. Then visit the fruit market of Berastagi.</p>
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Day 02: Berastagi - Parapat - Samosir Island</strong><br />
Depart for Parapat a famous lake resort lies on the east shore of Lake Toba. See the slender Sipiso-piso Waterfall drops into the northern tip shore of Lake Toba from hundred meter height. Visit the ancient King&#8217;s Palace of Simalungun at Pematang Purba. Proceed to Parapat through the fertile vegetable and fruit farms, pine tree forest and spectacular view of Lake Toba along most part of the journey. After arrival in Parapat you will precede for Samosir - a huge island in the middle of Lake Toba (approximately 45 minutes).</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Samosir Island Tour</strong><br />
Visit the Tomb of King Sidabutar and Batak Toba Village at Tomok. Then to Ambarita, a traditional village with ancient megalithic furniture in front of the traditional house and the village of Simanindo to watch folkdance performance of Batak Toba people. Also visit the tiny Tao Island.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Samosir Island - Parapat - Panyabungan / Padang Sidempuan</strong><br />
In the morning you will leave for Panyabungan / Padang Sidempuan. On the way you will visit Lumban Binanga village, a small town Balige with its richly ornamented market building, winding along the road from Tarutung.</p>
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</strong><strong>Day 05: Panyabungan / Padang Sidempuan - Bukittinggi</strong><br />
The journey to Bukittinggi is rather long but worthwhile, it exhibits the inner part of Sumatra. The scenery of mountains, rivers, valleys and traditional villages will relieve you from your weariness. The Equator Monument should nonetheless be remarkable in your personal record. Then proceed to the most charming town, the heart of Minangkabau Highland, and the centre of matrilineal society of Sumatra, Bukittinggi.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Bukittinggi Tour</strong><br />
Explore the beauty and the cultural aspects of Minangkabau Highland. See the landmark of Bukittinggi Jam Gadang (Clock Tower), the uniqueness of the local market, museum, Harau Canyon a grand valley. Travel further to Pagaruyung site of the ancient Minangkabau Kingdom where women ruled in matrilineal society. Before returning to hotel, visit the traditional village of Lima Kaum and Balimbing and Koto Gadang which is renowned for its silverworks.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Bukittinggi - Padang - Departure</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to Minangkabau International Airport to get flight to your next destination.</p>
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		<title>Mahakam River and Dayak Tribe - East Kalimantan 9 days - 8 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:45:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Samarinda â€“ MAHAKAM RIVER - TANJUNG ISUY â€“ Melak â€“ Tenggarong - SAMBOJA ORANGUTAN REHABILITATION CENTRE]]></description>
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<strong>Day 01: Arrival in Balikpapan - Samarinda</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Balikpapan you will meet our guide and transfer to Samarinda. Samarinda, the capital of East Kalimantan province, is the point of departure for all river travel inland on the Mahakam River.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Samarinda - Mahakam River</strong><br />
After sightseeing around Samarinda you will board houseboat for exciting adventure on Mahakam River. The Mahakam River and its tributaries reach far inland in East Kalimantan, providing access to relatively remote Dayak villages.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Muara Muntai - Tanjung Isuy</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Muara Muntai, short sightseeing around the village to see the local people activities. Then continue your trip by motor canoe to a small settlement around Lake Jempang,Tanjung Isuy. The trip to Tanjung Isuy over the Mahakam River is a long but interesting one past floating villages and forest scenery. Upon arrival at Tanjung Isuy you will be given a traditional Benuaq Dayak welcome.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Tanjung Isuy - Mancong - Melak</strong><br />
You will cruise to Mancong village where you can find rebuild longhouse that gives an idea of past grandeur. Afterwards back to Muara Muntai and continue cruise by houseboat to Melak. Melak is a little village further upstream on the Mahakam River in the heart of the land of Tanjung Dayak.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Melak - Eheng - Ombau Asa</strong><br />
Upon arrival in Melak you will drive by jeep/minibus to Eheng. Passing beautiful highlands you will reach the traditional longhouse of Dayak Tunjung. Afterwards you will visit Kersik Luway Orchid Reserve where you can find many species of orchids, including unique black variety. Continue your trip to Ombau Asa Waterfall, an exciting place for swimming. You will back to Melak then board to the houseboat and cruise downstream to Tenggarong.</p>
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Day 06: Tenggarong - Samarinda </strong><br />
You will arrive in Tenggarong, the former capital of the Kutai sultanate. The chief attraction is the Mulawarmawan Museum, which is located on the site of the old palace of the Sultan of Kutai. The museum is housing Ming dynasty ceramics and Dayak handicrafts. Afterwards you will return to houseboat and cruise downstream to Samarinda.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Samarinda - Samboja Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre</strong><br />
You will drive to Samboja Lodge, where you will start soft trekking in the surrounding forest.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: Samboja Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre Balikpapan</strong><br />
You will enjoy the day observing how orangutans learn forest skills and monitor behaviours of sun bears. Late afternoon you will drive to Balikpapan.</p>
<p><strong>Day 09: Balikpapan - Departure</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to airport for you next destination.</p>
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		<title>Lombok 5 days - 4 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:38:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mataram â€“ LINGSAR TEMPLE - Benang Setokel waterfall â€“ SADE VILLAGE â€“ Sukarara village â€“ Banyumulek village â€“ GILI NANGGU â€“ VILLAGE SOFT TREKKING]]></description>
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<strong>Day 01: Arrival in Lombok</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Selaparang Airport, Mataram, our guide will welcome you then transfer to you hotel.</p>
<p><strong>[SinglePic not found]Day 02: Interior of Lombok</strong><br />
For guests staying at Senggigi area:<br />
You will experience the nature and arts of Lombok. Begin with a visit at local colourful Mandalika public market, where spices, vegetables, fish and much more daily commodities are found here. Proceed to Lingsar Temple to witness the unity and toleration between Hindu and Moslem Wetu Telu. Your next destination is, located on the slope of towering Mt. Rinjani, Benang Setokel waterfall. Next descend to Sade village to visit a compound of Sasak people with their unique way of life and architecture; Sukarara village, where you will find the natural tie-died and hand woven fabrics of Lombok. Continue to Banyumulek village, the famous for clay pottery and Tanjung Karang fishing village.</p>
<p>For guests staying at Kuta area:<br />
This tour features the eastern countryside and southern villages of Lombok. Firstly visit Sade village to observe traditional houses and lifestyle of the Sasak community. Next vist Beleka village, renown for its superb handy crafts of rattans, and Tanjung Luar where we will be able to see fishing village and the local fish market usually loaded with sharks, stingrays, large cacaps, etc. Continue to the capital town of East Lombok, Selong and drive to Masbagik village, where you will ride the local horse-cart to Lendang Nangka village (approximately three kilometres away). Drive to Kembang Kuning village and begin you soft trekking tour up to Jeruk Manis Waterfall. The trek will be passing preserved forest of southern slope of Rinjani volcano. Afterwards visit Lingsar temple, Lombok&#8217;s most unique temple where two religions share a single temple complex for worshipping, Mandalika public market, where you can observe various products of Lombok, Banyumulek village centre of pottery, and Sukarara village centre of hand weaving.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Gili Nanggu</strong><br />
This is an opportunity to explore a small island Gili Nanggu, situated in the southwest of Lombok, one of the smallest isles of Sekotong area. There some attractive spots en route for taking photos before reaching Tawun, a small harbour where you will get aboard the outrigger boat for approximately 20 minutes ride to Gili Nanggu. You will have free time to enjoy snorkelling, swimming or just relaxing on the island&#8217;s white sandy beach.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Soft Trekking</strong><br />
You will experience the natural beauty of Lombok. Few hours walk through villages, rice fields, and jungle to see the real life of the local people and view many varieties of flora and fauna on this scenic trip.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Lombok - Departure</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to Selaparang Airport, Mataram to get flight to your next destination.</p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:32:33 +0000</pubDate>
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Day 01: Arrival in Labuan Bajo - Rinca</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Komodo Airport, Labuan Bajo, our guide will welcome you then transfer to the harbour and get aboard. Sail to Rinca Island in Komodo National Park for approximately 3 to 4 hours (depend on weather conditions). Start trekking on Rinca Island and see Komodo dragons at their natural habitats.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Rinca - Komodo - Kalong</strong><br />
Early morning sail to Komodo Island and start the trekking for another chance to see the Komodo dragons and other wild animals such as wild horses, wild buffalo, wild deer and wild pig. After discovering the land and its life, return to the boat and proceed to Pantai Merah (Pink/Red Beach) for swimming and snorkelling amongst colourful tropical fish. Continue sailing to Kalong Island to see thousands of bats flying out from their nets.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Kalong - Bidadari - Labuan Bajo</strong><br />
Sail to Bidadari Island for snorkelling and swimming then return to Labuan Bajo. Visit Batu Cermin stone mirror cave, and some villages around Labuan Bajo.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Labuan Bajo - Departure</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to the airport to get flight to your next destination.</p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:27:47 +0000</pubDate>
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Day 01: Arrival in Labuan Bajo - Rinca</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Komodo Airport, Labuan Bajo, our guide will welcome you then transfer to the harbour and get aboard. Sail to Rinca Island in Komodo National Park for approximately 3 to 4 hours (depend on weather conditions). Start trekking on Rinca Island and see Komodo dragons at their natural habitats.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Rinca - Komodo - Labuan Bajo</strong><br />
Early morning sail to Komodo Island and start the trekking for another chance to see the Komodo dragons and other wild animals such as wild horses, wild buffalo, wild deer and wild pig. After discovering the land and its life, return to the boat and proceed to Pantai Merah (Pink/Red Beach) for swimming and snorkelling amongst colourful tropical fish. Continue sailing to Labuan Bajo.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Labuan Bajo - Departure</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to the airport to get flight to your next destination. On the way to the airport you will visit Batu Cermin Stone Mirror Cave.</p>
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		<title>Jogja and Surronding 6 days - 5 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:23:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Jogja â€“ PRAMBANAN â€“ Wayang Kulit performance â€“ BOROBUDUR â€“ Sultan Palace â€“ Wonosobo â€“ DIENG PLATEU â€“ Tlogo Plantation â€“ SOLO â€“ Sukuh Temple]]></description>
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<strong>Day 01: Arrival in Jogja</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Adi Sucipto Airport, Jogja, our guide will welcome you then direct tour to Prambanan Temple, which contain the greatest single concentration of ancient sites in Indonesia. The main site here is the so-called Loro Jonggrang complex, generally considered to be Java&#8217;s most elegant and awe-inspiring candi, noted for its 47-metre central Siva temple. Then visit Kalasan Temple and next Sonobudoyo Museum where you can watch the Wayang Kulit performance.</p>
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Day 02: Jogja - Borobudur - Wonosobo</strong><br />
Visit Sultan Royal Palace, built in stages between 1756 and 1790 by Jogja&#8217;s founder, Sultan Hamengkubuwono I, which is a splendid example of traditional Javanese court architecture. Continue tour to Borobudur that stands on a small hill above the Kedu Plain, 42 km to the west of Jogja. Borobudur is one of the greatest Buddhist monuments in the world; this colossal relic was built by Sailendra dynasty between 750 and 842 AD and revealed by Sir Thomas Stanford Raffles in 1814. Afterwards drive to Wonosobo.</p>
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Day 03: Wonosobo - Dieng - Tlogo Plantation</strong><br />
Early morning drive to Dieng Plateu (a marshy plateau that forms the floor of a caldera complex on the Dieng active volcano complex )and explore the oldest Hindu temple complex in Java. Visit still active craters and colour lakes. On the way, enjoy the great panoramic of Dieng, and also if it is possible stop at tea plantation and traditional market. In the afternoon continue drive to Tlogo Agro Plantation. Here you may enjoy beautiful scenery of various plantations, such as coffee, rubber, cloves, nutmeg and different tropical fruits.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Tlogo Plantation Tour - Solo</strong><br />
Enjoy morning plantation tour, walk around and see how to tap the rubber-sap and pick the coffee beans. In the afternoon enjoy the beauty of Sindoro Sumbing valley, with coffee plantation and cascading rice terrace, as you drive up to Mt. Unggaran. Visit Gedong Songo a complex of nine small Hindu temples, built around AD 927. Then continue to Solo.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Solo &amp; Surrondings - Jogja</strong><br />
You will visit Mangkunegaran Palace, an impressive, large building typical of the ancient Javanese style of aristocratic houses. Afterwards travel through pretty countryside to discover the mystery of Sukuh temple. There are many erotic relieves that carry on the value of sexual education in a primitive manner. Next scenic, winding mountain road leads you to Hindu temple - Ceto. Continue drive to Sangiran where fossilized remains of Phitecantropus Erectus (Java Man) were found. A discovery claimed as the oldest human remains in Java. Visit the museum which displays fossilized Stegadon tusks and teeth, and the site of evacuation.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Jogja - Departure</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to airport to get flight to your next destination.</p>
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		<title>Jogja 3 days - 2 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:18:15 +0000</pubDate>
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<strong>Day 01: Arrival in Jogja</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Adi Sucipto Airport, Jogja, our guide will welcome you then direct tour to Prambanan Temple, which contain the greatest single concentration of ancient sites in Indonesia. The main site here is the so-called Loro Jonggrang complex, generally considered to be Java&#8217;s most elegant and awe-inspiring candi, noted for its 47-metre central Siva temple. Then visit Kalasan Temple and next Sonobudoyo Museum where you can watch the Wayang Kulit performance.</p>
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Day 02: Borobudur &amp; Jogja City Tour</strong><br />
Early morning drive to Borobudur for having wonderful sunrise and explore it. Candi Borobudur stands on a small hill above the Kedu Plain, 42 km to the west of Jogja. Borobudur is one of the greatest Buddhist monuments in the world, this colossal relic was built by Sailendra dynasty between 750 and 842 AD and revealed by Sir Thomas Stanford Raffles in 1814. Having breakfast at local restaurant then start city tour by visiting Sultan Royal Palace, built in stages between 1756 and 1790 by Yogya&#8217;s founder, Sultan Hamengkubuwono I, which is a splendid example of traditional Javanese court architecture. Afterwards visit remarkable Taman Sari complex, known as Water Castle, and visit centre of batik  you will see the process how to produce batik as home industry.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Jogja - Departure</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to airport to get flight to your next destination.</p>
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		<title>Jawa and South Kalimantan 6 days - 5 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:14:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Jogja â€“ BOROBUDUR â€“ Semarang â€“ TANJUNG PUTING NATIONAL PARK (ORANGUTANTS) â€“ Sampit â€“ Surabaya â€“ BROMO]]></description>
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<strong>Day 01: Arrival in Jogja - Semarang</strong><br />
Upon arrival in Jogja our guide will welcome you then drive directly to Borobudur that stands on a small hill above the Kedu Plain, 42 km to the west of Jogja. Borobudur is one of the greatest Buddhist monuments in the world; this colossal relic was built by Sailendra dynasty probably between A.D. 780 and 850 and revealed by Sir Thomas Stanford Raffles in 1814.  From Borobudur continue drive to Semarang at Central Java.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Semarang - Pangkalan Bun - Tanjung Puting</strong><br />
You will have free program until transfer to the airport to get flight to Pangkalan Bun, Central Kalimantan. Upon arrival at the airport in Pangkalan Bun our guide will welcome you and then transfer to Kumai harbour to get the boat to reach Tanjung Puting National Park. The reserve maintains two rehabilitation centres where organgutans which have been kept as illegal pets are readopted to jungle life. In the afternoon you may observe Proboscis monkeys along the river banks. Proboscis monkeys are the endemic and can be seen only in Borneo.</p>
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Day 03: Tanjung Puting : Pondok Tanggui - Camp Leaky</strong><br />
In the morning proceed to Pondok Tanggui, the rehabilitation centre where you can see many babies and juveniles at feeding area. Continue tour to Camp Leaky for short trekking in forest will allow you to gain information of the heterogonous forest wildlife and observe some wild animals. Afterwards observe organgutans at the feeding session. Orangutans that stay close near the station are offered bananas and milk to avoid starvation while at the same time encouraged to seek in the forest for food.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Tanjung Puting - Pangkalan Bun - Sampit</strong><br />
In the morning back to Pangkalan Bun then continue drive to Sampit.</p>
<p><strong>DAY 05: Sampit - Surabaya - Bromo</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to the airport for the flight to Surabaya. Upon arrival at Surabaya airport, our guide will meet you and then drive to Bromo (about 2,5 hours).</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Bromo - Surabaya - Departure</strong><br />
You will wake up early in the morning to catch the sunrise over Bromo. The huge Tengger caldera measures some 10 km across a ring of steep walls rising 400 metres from a deserted sea of black volcanic sand. At the centre rises a group of four small peaks, each 300 - 400 metres high. Bromo itself is a steaming mountain of cinder and ash one of the world&#8217;s most remarkable sights. Back to hotel for breakfast and short relax, afterwards drive to Surabaya for the flight to your next destination.</p>
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		<title>Jawa and Bali 15 days - 14 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:08:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Jakarta â€“ Bogor â€“ BOTANICAL GARDEN â€“ Puncak â€“ Bandung â€“ TANGUBAN PERAHU NATURE RESERVE â€“ Baturaden â€“ DIENG PLATEU â€“ Jogja â€“ BORODUDUR â€“ Sultanâ€™s Palace â€“ PRAMBANAN TEMPLE â€“ BROMO â€“ IJEN â€“ Lovina â€“ Bedugul - Mount and Lake BATUR - BESAKIH]]></description>
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<strong>Day 01: Arrive in Jakarta</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Soekarno Hatta International Airport in Jakarta, our guide will welcome you then transfer to your hotel.<br />
Meals included: dinner</p>
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Day 02: Jakarta - Puncak</strong><br />
The trip begins with a visit at National Museum (note that on Mondays it is closed), the oldest and the best museum in Indonesia, containing fascinating stone, bronze and ceramic collections. Afterwards visit Taman Mini Indonesia Indah 160-hectare park that provides a vicarious tour of the architecture and cultures of the Indonesian archipelago. Continue the trip to Bogor, famous for the world-class Botanical Garden. Kebon Raya was officially established by the Dutch in 1817, generations of botanists collect over 15,000 species of tropical plants from around the world. Continue drive to Puncak, cool and spectacularly scenic area (Puncak literally means the summit 1,450 metres above see level).<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Puncak - Bandung</strong><br />
From Puncak continue trip to Bandung ; the capital city of West Java. Bandung is located on a high plateau at the altitude of 768 metres, surrounded on all sides by brooding volcanoes and lofty mountain ridges. Visit Saung Angklung Udjo, Sundanese Art &amp; Bamboo Craft Centre, where visitors will have an experience to play angklung  the traditional music instrument made of bamboo that resonate when shaken.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Bandung - Geological Museum - Tangkuban Perahu</strong><br />
Visit some interesting places in Bandung such as Geological Museum or Museum Asia Afrika, Afterwards continue to Tangkuban Perahu Nature Reserve. Tangkuban Perahu volcano lies at 2,084 metres above sea level and offers magnificent scenic beauty. As viewed from Bandung it has a unique shape, the mountain looks like an upturned boat, and that is what its name literally means in the local language.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Bandung - Batu Raden</strong><br />
Drive to Batu Raden in Central Java. The splendidly scenic road snakes through mountains and small villages. Pass Tasikmalaya located in the lovely Catanduy River valley. On the way you will stop at Kampung Naga, one of the most beautiful traditional villages in West Java, where residents maintain old Sundanese customs and indigenous traditions. Then continue to cross the border of Central Java, passing teakwood and rubber plantation reach Batu Raden.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Batu Raden - Dieng Plateu - Jogja</strong><br />
Drive to Wonosobo for Dieng Plateau, which lies within the old caldera of a volcano, enclosed by steep mountain walls. Intense volcanic activity is in evidence all around brightly coloured sulphur lakes and springs, bubbling mud-holes and screaming fumaroles. The Dieng Plateau is famous also for the oldest temples in Central Java. Continue the trip to Jogja.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Borobudur &amp; Jogja City Tour</strong><br />
Early morning drive to Borobudur for having wonderful sunrise and explore it. Candi Borobudur stands on a small hill above the Kedu Plain, 42 km to the west of Jogja. Borobudur is one of the greatest Buddhist monuments in the world, this colossal relic was built by Sailendra dynasty between 750 and 842 AD and revealed by Sir Thomas Stanford Raffles in 1814. Having breakfast at local restaurant then start city tour by visiting Sultan Royal Palace, built in stages between 1756 and 1790 by Yogya&#8217;s founder, Sultan Hamengkubuwono I, which is a splendid example of traditional Javanese court architecture. Afterwards visit remarkable Taman Sari complex, known as Water Castle, and visit centre of batik you will see the process how to produce batik as home industry.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: Jogja - Candi Prambanan - Bromo</strong><br />
Continue the trip to East Java. On the way visit the Prambanan Temple, which contain the greatest single concentration of ancient sites in Indonesia. The main site here is the so-called Loro Jonggrang complex, generally considered to be Java&#8217;s most elegant and awe-inspiring candi, noted for its 47-metre central Siva temple. Afterwards drive to spectacular Tengger region, there is perhaps no other volcanic terrain in the world that can be compared with it.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
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Day 09: Bromo - Ijen</strong><br />
You will wake up early in the morning to catch the sunrise over Bromo. The huge Tengger caldera measures some 10 km across a ring of steep walls rising 400 metres from a deserted sea of black volcanic sand. At the centre rises a group of four small peaks, each 300 - 400 metres high. Bromo itself is a steaming mountain of cinder and ash one of the world&#8217;s most remarkable sights. Back to hotel for breakfast and short relax, afterwards drive to Ijen region. This remote and sparsely populated region remains a challenging destination, but difficulties are compensated by the area&#8217;s exceptional natural beauty. East Java is dominated by a number of sprawling plantations and five sizeable natural reserves: the Yang Plateau, Ijen, Baluran, Meru Betiri and Blambangan. The most famous sight in this area is the pale green Ijen crater lake at the top of the Ijen range.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 10: Ijen - Lovina</strong><br />
Drive to the slope of Mount Ijen at Licin village, passing through plantation and rainforest. Stop at the ranger&#8217;s post before hiking further up to the slope of the crater, it takes 1.5 - 2 hours to ascend the rim of the crater along a shady track with amazing views. Back to hotel for short relax and continue the trip to Bali. Cross Bali Strait by ferry for 45 minute then drive to Lovina, North Bali.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 11: Lovina - Kintamani</strong><br />
Continue your trip to central of Bali. View the one of the most pictures temples, Pura Ulun Danau Bratan. The temple was built in 1633 and consists of four compounds, two of which are detached from the main temple complex on little islets a few meters from the shore. Afterwards visit near the village of Sangeh, the monkey forest of Bukit Sari. There is a rare grove of nutmeg trees in the forest and the temple, Pura Bukit Sari, with and old Garuda statue. Continue to spectacular area of Batur. Mount Batur itself is a small volcano, but its setting is in the heart of huge crater.Â  Adjacent to the volcano is the large crescent-shaped Batur Lake, all surrounded by high walls of the crater rim.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
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Day 12: Kintamani - Besakih Temple - South Bali</strong><br />
Early in the morning you will start your first adventure, Mount Batur hiking (1,717m above sea level). On the way hiking up the mountain, you will be provided with flash light and escorted by experienced guide in the night hiking. You will step up the stairways that were naturally made of cold lava after the explosion. This journey to reach top of volcano takes about 1,5 - 2 hours. From there you can enjoy an excellent view of the sacred mount Agung which is 3,142 metres above sea level and from the distance you can also enjoy the view of Rinjani mountain which is the highest mountain in Lombok island. You will back to your hotel for short relax and then continue your touring. Visit Bali&#8217;s Mother Temple located on the slopes of Mount Agung, the highest Balinese volcano. The Pura Besakih complex is made up of a number of different sanctuariesÂ  there are 22 temples in all which are situated on parallel ridges running down the mountainside of Gunung Agung. Viewing the Besakih Temple from a higher ground is like a forest of pagodas set against a panorama of greenness that stretches down to the sea twenty five kilometres away. Afterwards stop at Kertha Gosa, the Hall of Justice, and Bale Kambang, the Floating Pavilion. A magnificent example of Klungkung architecture, the Kertha Gosa was used as a venue for the administration of justice by kings and priests during pre-colonial times.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 13: Bali - Free Program</strong><br />
You may enjoy hotel fa<strong>c</strong>ilities or book optional tour.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 14:</strong> <strong>Bali - Free Program</strong><br />
You may enjoy hotel facilities or book optional tour.<br />
Meals included: breakfast and dinner</p>
<p><strong>Day 15: Bali Departure</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to airport for you next destination.<br />
Meals included: breakfast</p>
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<td style="width: 25%;" align="center" valign="top">USD 155.00</td>
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<td style="width: 25%;" align="center" valign="top">USD 165.00</td>
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<td style="width: 25%;" align="center" valign="top">USD 125.00</td>
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<td style="width: 25%;" align="center" valign="top">USD 130.00</td>
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<td style="width: 25%;" align="center" valign="top">USD 75.00</td>
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<td style="width: 25%;" align="center" valign="top">USD 105.00</td>
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<td style="width: 25%;" align="center" valign="top">USD 415.00</td>
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		<title>Jawa - Kalimantan - Lombok - Sulawesi 17 days - 16 nights</title>
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Overview
Day 01: Arrival in Jakarta
Upon arrival at Soekarno - Hatta Airport, Jakarta, our guide will welcome you then direct transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Jakarta - Jogja - Semarang
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<span class='postTabs_titles'><b>Overview</b></span><br />
<strong>Day 01: Arrival in Jakarta</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Soekarno - Hatta Airport, Jakarta, our guide will welcome you then direct transfer to hotel.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Jakarta - Jogja - Semarang</strong><br />
Transfer to the airport to get flight to Jogja. Upon arrival in Jogja direct tour to Prambanan, which contain the greatest single concentration of ancient sites in Indonesia. The main site here is the so-called Loro Jonggrang complex, generally considered to be Java&#8217;s most elegant and awe-inspiring candi, noted for its 47-metre central Siva temple. Afterwards drive to Borobudur that stands on a small hill above the Kedu Plain, 42 km to the west of Jogja. Borobudur is one of the greatest Buddhist monuments in the world, this colossal relic was built by Syailendra dynasty between 750 and 842 AD and revealed by Sir Thomas Stanford Raffles in 1814. Continue trip to Semarang at Central Java.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Semarang - Pangkalan Bun - Tanjung Puting</strong><br />
You will have free program until transfer to the airport to get flight to Pangkalan Bun, Central Kalimantan. Upon arrival at the airport in Pangkalan Bun our guide will welcome you and then transfer to Kumai harbour to get the boat to reach Tanjung Puting National Park. The reserve maintains two rehabilitation centres where organgutans which have been kept as illegal pets are readopted to jungle life. In the afternoon you may observe Proboscis monkeys along the river banks. Proboscis monkeys are the endemic and can be seen only in Borneo.</p>
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Day 04: Tanjung Puting: Pondok Tanggui - Camp Leaky</strong><br />
In the morning proceed to Pondok Tanggui, the rehabilitation centre where you can see many babies and juveniles at feeding area. Continue tour to Camp Leaky for short trekking in forest will allow you to gain information of the heterogonous forest wildlife and observe some wild animals. Afterwards observe organgutans at the feeding session. Orangutans that stay close near the station are offered bananas and milk to avoid starvation while at the same time encouraged to seek in the forest for food.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Tanjung Puting - Pangkalan Bun - Sampit</strong><br />
In the morning back to Pangkalan Bun then continue drive to Sampit.</p>
<p><strong>DAY 06: Sampit - Surabaya - Bromo</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to the airport for the flight to Surabaya. Upon arrival at Surabaya airport, our guide will meet you and then drive to Bromo (about 2,5 hours).</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Bromo - Surabaya - Lombok</strong><br />
You will wake up early in the morning to catch the sunrise over Bromo. The huge Tengger caldera measures some 10 km across a ring of steep walls rising 400 metres from a deserted  of black volcanic sand. At the centre rises a group of four small peaks, each 300 - 400 metres high. Bromo itself is a steaming mountain of cinder and ash - one of the world&#8217;s most remarkable sights. Back to hotel for breakfast and short relax, afterwards drive to Surabaya for the flight to Lombok. Upon arrival in Selaparang Airport, Mataram, Lombok, our guide will transfer you to your hotel.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: Gili Nanggu</strong><br />
This is an opportunity to explore a small island Gili Nanggu, situated in the southwest of Lombok, one of the smallest isles of Sekotong area. There some attractive spots en route for taking photos before reaching Tawun, a small harbour where you will get aboard the outrigger boat for approximately 20 minutes ride to Gili Nanggu. You will have free time to enjoy snorkelling, swimming or just relaxing on the island&#8217;s white sandy beach.</p>
<p><strong>[SinglePic not found]Day 09: Interior of Lombok</strong><br />
You will experience the nature and arts of Lombok. Begin with a visit at local colourful Mandalika public market, where spices, vegetables, fish and much more daily commodities are found here. Proceed to Lingsar Temple to witness the unity and toleration between Hindu and Moslem Wetu Telu. Your next destination is, located on the slope of towering Mt. Rinjani, Benang Setokel waterfall. Next descend to Sade village to visit a compound of Sasak people with their unique way of life and architecture; Sukarara village, where you will find the natural tie-died and hand woven fabrics of Lombok. Continue to Banyumulek village, the famous for clay pottery and Tanjung Karang fishing village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 10: Lombok - Bali</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to the airport to get the flight to Bali. Upon arrival in Bali, our guide will transfer to your hotel.</p>
<p><strong>Day 11: Bali - Makassar - Sengkang</strong><br />
Transfer to Ngurah Rai Airport, Bali to get flight to Makassar. Our guide will welcome you at Hasanuddin Airport, Makassar and start your overland trip to Sengkang, located in the centre of the former Buginese Kingdom. On the way visit Bantimurung Waterfall located in a steep limestone valley with lush vegetation, popularly known as The Butterfly Valley. Brightly coloured butterflies, indigenous to this are, are considered among the most beautiful in the world. Proceed to Sengkang and you will try to catch the beautiful view of the sunset at Lake Tempe. You will cross the lake by motorized canoe and we will visit fisherman families who do live on the floating villages.</p>
<p><strong>Day 12: Sengkang - Palopo - Tana Toraja</strong><br />
Before living for Tana Toraja visit a traditional silk weaving home industry. Drive to Tana Toraja via Palopo, an important fishing port at the Bay of Bone. As the first encounter with Toraja you will visit Nanggala - a traditional village with rice barns in front of Toraja houses of the former King of Nanggala.</p>
<p><strong>Day 13: Interior of Toraja Tour</strong><br />
You will explore highlights of the region. See cliff graves at Lemo where burial chambers are cut out of the rock and several balconies are filled with tau tau - effigies of the dead. Next see the ancient cave graves at Londa, buried many members of the local nobility; Ke Kesu a traditional village famous for its wood carvings and paintings and visit hanging graves at Marante village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 14: Another Side of Toraja &amp; Village Trekking</strong><br />
You will proceed to Palawa, a village where you can find big and beautiful tongkonan - traditional Toraja houses. Afterwards drive to Batutumongga situated 1,300 meters above sea level, worth for the super view over Rantepao and surrounding valleys. Then you will start the soft trekking through small village compounds, coffee, vanilla, cloves, bamboo plantations and rice fields (approximately 3 hours walk).</p>
<p><strong>Day 15: Tana Toraja - Makassar - Bali</strong><br />
Early morning drive to Makassar to catch the flight to Bali. On the way you will stop at Bambapuang to have a view over the Erotic Mountain. Upon arrival in Bali our guide will welcome you and transfer to your hotel.</p>
<p><strong>Day 16: Bali Free Program</strong><br />
You may enjoy hotel facilities or book optional tour.</p>
<p><strong>Day 17: Bali Departure</strong><br />
You will have free time until transfer to airport for you next destination.</p>
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		<title>Flores and Komodo National Park 8 days - 7 nights</title>
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<strong>Day 01: Arrival in Maumere</strong><br />
Upon arrival in Maumere our guide will welcome you and direct visit Wuring Bugis fishermen village, Sikka - the traditional ikat-weaving, Ledalero Museum to see an collection of fine ikat cloths from Flores, tools from stone age, fossil bones from an extinct elephant-like mammoth that once inhabited Flores, Chinese ceramics and local pottery.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Maumere - Moni/Detusoko</strong><br />
In the morning depart to Moni / Detusoko. Drive through the villages of Paga, Wolowaru, stop Jopu Ranggase to see the local traditional houses and visit Nggela village, famous for ikat weaving.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Moni/Detusoko - Ende - Bajawa</strong><br />
Kelimutu is a volcano that consists of three volcanic craters. The lakes, at an altitude of 1,640 metres are separated only by low ridges and, unusually, are of different colours. The best time for viewing is at sunrise. Wake up early in the morning and see one of the world&#8217;s most spectacular sights. Afterwards back to the hotel for breakfast and short relax and then drive to Bajawa. On the way stop at Wolotopo to see traditional houses, Ende town set amidst several volcanoes and Nangapanda to see local people collecting the blue stone for the local product for export items.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Bajawa - Bena - Ruteng</strong><br />
Drive to Bena passing picturesque area of Bajawa, view overwhelming scenery of semi active volcano Mount Ia and Inerie. In Bena village, located in the foothill of Mt. Inerie, you can see traditional houses and megalithic tombs. Afterwards continue to Ruteng that lies at the base of a tall mountain range, and at the head of an intricate network of valleys. On the way view the beauty of Ranamese Lake and making palm wine process at Aimere.</p>
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Day 05: Ruteng - Labuan Bajo </strong><br />
Try to climb Mount Ranaka, 2,400 metres volcano. It is about a 3-hour walk to the summit. (if volcano will be active, instead of trekking we will replace the program with visiting local market, Ruteng Pu traditional village, then Cancar and Lembor irrigation area). Afterwards continue drive to Labuan Bajo, quiet fishing village and the gate to Komodo National Park.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Labuan Bajo - Rinca Island</strong><br />
Transfer to the harbour and get aboard. Sail to Rinca Island in Komodo National Park for approximately 3 to 4 hours (depend on weather conditions). Start trekking on Rinca Island and see Komodo dragons at their natural habitats.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Rinca Island - Komodo Island - Kalong Island</strong><br />
Early morning sail to Komodo Island and start the trekking for another chance to see the Komodo dragons and other wild animals such as wild horses, wild buffalo, wild deer and wild pig. After discovering the land and its life, return to the boat and proceed to Pantai Merah (Pink/Red Beach) for swimming and snorkelling amongst colourful tropical fish. Continue sailing to Kalong Island to see thousands of bats flying out from their nets.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: Kalong Island - Bidadari Island - Labuan Bajo - Departure</strong><br />
Sail to Bidadari Island for snorkelling and swimming then return to Labuan Bajo. Transfer to airport to get flight to your next destination.</p>
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		<title>Baliem Valley - West Papua 6 days - 5 nights</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 08:33:57 +0000</pubDate>
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Day 01: Arrival in Jayapura - Wamena - Sogokmo - Anjelma</strong><br />
Upon arrival in Sentani airport, a connection flight to Wamena, in Baliem Valley. Upon arrival in Wamena our guide will welcome you and transfer to Sogokmo to commence trekking. Hike around 3 hours to Anjelma by passing through the Yetni River and some Dani villages on the way. In the late afternoon you may visit the Dani traditional houses and learn the way of life of the local people. You will overnight in the village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Anjelma - Polimo - Kilise</strong><br />
Continue the trekking through Dani&#8217;s sweet potatoes garden. On the way meet the Dani people and discuss about their community life. Arrive at Kilise village; enjoy the spectacular view of Baliem George. You will overnight in the village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Kilise - Kurima - Sogokmo - Wamena</strong><br />
Trek back to Sogokmo through the Kurima district. Visit a local market and get fresh fruit. Arrive at Sogokmo, drive for about 45 minutes to Wamena.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Wamena - Jiwika - Kurulu - Seroba</strong><br />
Visit Jiwika village where you may see the mummy (over than 250 years). Then a special welcome will be given to you upon your arrival in the Kurulu village (or other village), all clan members will be gathering on their best outfit to show their appreciation, the tribe chief will stand on a traditional observation and give the order to his people to celebrate. A special pig-festival with hot stones and earth pits, probably the most interesting thing to see on a travel to Papua, will be arranged for you. Before coming back to Wamena, you will trek around Seroba village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Wamena - Jayapura</strong><br />
Transfer to Wamena Airport and flight to Jayapura. Upon arrival at Sentani Airport, you will visit Mc Arthur monument and Anthropology Museum.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Jayapura - Departure</strong><br />
Transfer to the airport for your flight to your next destination.</p>
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		<title>Bali 6 days - 5 nights</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Goa Lawah â€“ Tengangan â€“ Karagasem â€“ BESAKIH â€“ Mount and Lake BATUR BATUR - LOVINA DOLPHIN WATCHING â€“ BEDUGUL TREE TOP Adventure â€“ Jatiwluwih â€“ Mengwi â€“ TANAH LOT - Tampaksiring â€“ UBUD]]></description>
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Day 01: Nusa Dua/Kuta/Sanur - Kintamani</strong><br />
This full day tour will bring you the eastern part of Bali. Firstly visit Pura Goa Lawah, the Bat Cave Temple. The cave in the cliff face is full of bats. The cave is said to lead all the way to Besakih, the biggest temple complex in Bali. Afterwards visit Tenganan, one of the native villages in Bali, known as Bali Aga, the original Balinese. Tenganan is very famous for its traditional culture and custom. The ritual activities have their own calendar and are different from other parts in Bali. Tenganan village offers a nice panorama, the hill providing a beautiful backdrop. The village is also known as the only place where people weave the &#8220;ikat gringsing&#8221; a special cloth using traditional colours. Continue your trip Bali&#8217;s Mother Temple located on the slopes of Mount Agung, the highest Balinese volcano. The Pura Besakih complex is made up of a number of different sanctuaries there are 22 temples in all which are situated on parallel ridges running down the mountainside of Gunung Agung. Viewing the Besakih Temple from a higher ground is like a forest of pagodas set against a panorama of greenness that stretches down to the sea twenty five kilometres away. Afterwards continue to spectacular area of Batur. Mount Batur itself is a small volcano, but its setting is in the heart of huge crater.  Adjacent to the volcano is the large crescent-shaped Batur Lake, all surrounded by high walls of the crater rim.</p>
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Day 02: Kintamani - Lovina</strong><br />
Early in the morning you will start your first adventure, Mount Batur hiking (1,717m above sea level). On the way hiking up the mountain, you will be provided with flash light and escorted by experienced guide in the night hiking. You will step up the stairways that were naturally made of cold lava after the explosion. This journey to reach top of volcano takes about 1,5 - 2 hours. From there you can enjoy an excellent view of the sacred mount Agung which is 3,142 metres above sea level and from the distance you can also enjoy the view of Rinjani mountain which is the highest mountain in Lombok island. You will back to your hotel for short relax and then continue your touring. You will visit Museum Gunungapi Batur and discover secrets of Batur volcano (note that museum is open from Monday to Friday from 10 am until 15:00 pm). On the way visit Pura Ulun Danu Batur. Spiritually, Gunung Batur is the second most important mountain in Bali, so the temple here, one of the island&#8217;s nine directional temples, is of considerable importance. Continue to northern costal villages together are known as Lovina that become a popular beach resort.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Lovina - Bedugul</strong><br />
Morning you may enjoy snorkelling or dolphin watching. Next continue to mountain resort Bedugul. On the way stop at Gitgit Waterfall, the 40 meters waterfalls are beautiful and great places for a short relax. Next you will have a fun in Bali Tree Top Adventure Park, where you may enjoy 5 circuits from tree to tree, 65 challenges for all level and ages, from 2 to 20 metres high. Afterwards proceed to Pura Ulun Danau Bratan, the temple built in 1633, consisting four compounds, two of which are detached from the main temple complex on little islets a few meters from the shore.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Bedugul - Ubud</strong><br />
For those whishing to travel to slightly more remote and adventurous terrain we offer a tour through central Batukaru plain, offering spectacular views where rice terraces stretch as far as the eye can see. Afterwards drive to Pura Luhur Tanah Lot, one of the most famous sea side temples in Bali. The picturesque temple, suspended on a little rocky islet, is one of the important and respected temples, closely related with the priest Niratha. On the way you will visit also Taman Ayun Temple, notable for its majestic gateway and soaring meru towers which are dedicated to the gods who dwell on high.</p>
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Day 05: Ubud - Surrounding</strong><br />
You will visit the Holy Springs of Tampaksiring, discovered in AD 926 and believed to have magical powers, and next to the springs, Pura Tirta Empul, one of Bali&#8217;s most significant temples. You may stop at Gunung Kawi, which literally means Mountain of the Peot(s), consisting of series of temple-like structures, standing in two rows of niches, excavated directly from the rock face. Drive to Goa Gajah Elephant Cave, dating from at least 11th century. Afternoon you may enjoy Ubud - the cultural centre of Bali. Ubud has long been a quiet heaven for the arts. Set amidst emerald green rice paddies and steep ravines in the stunning central Balinese foothills. There are many ways to spend a day in Ubud visiting galleries and artists studios, sipping drinks in garden cafes and enjoying long strolls through the countryside. There are a few ofÂ  must sees. Puri Saren is palace with its maze of family compounds and richly carved doorways; visit one of Art Museums to enjoy the paintings and sculptures. You will have the time to explore Art Market and try your bargain skills.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Ubud - Nusa Dua/Kuta/Sanur</strong><br />
This trip takes you further and deeper into traditional way of life. Visit hidden temples and learn the hidden intricacy of how all the facets of Balinese culture fit together.</p>
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Day 01: Nusa Dua/Kuta/Sanur - Candidasa</strong><br />
This full day tour will bring you the eastern part of Bali. Firstly visit Pura Goa Lawah, the Bat Cave Temple. The cave in the cliff face is full of bats. The cave is said to lead all the way to Besakih, the biggest temple complex in Bali. Afterwards visit Tenganan, one of the native villages in Bali, known as Bali Aga, the original Balinese. Tenganan is very famous for its traditional culture and custom. The ritual activities have their own calendar and are different from other parts in Bali. Tenganan village offers a nice panorama, the hill providing a beautiful backdrop. The village is also known as the only place where people weave the &#8220;ikat gringsing&#8221; a special cloth using traditional colours. Continue your trip to Taman Ujung. It was a resting place for the King of Karangasem, known as &#8220;The Water Palace&#8221; built around 1919 by the Late King Karangasem. The view can be admired from the pavilion higher up the hill; the green mountain views contrast with the blue sea. After that continue your tour and visit the Puri Agung Palace. The Royal Palace of Karangasem Kingdom is an artistic building combining the styles of Balinese, Chinese and European architectures. It was built by Anak Agung Gede Jelantik, the first king of Karangasem. Inside this Palace, one will find some old photographs of the royal family, the royal bedroom, the costumes which was formerly used by the king, and other buildings used for various ceremonies and meetings.</p>
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Day 02: Candidasa - Lovina</strong><br />
First visit Bali&#8217;s Mother Temple located on the slopes of Mount Agung, the highest Balinese volcano. The Pura Besakih complex is made up of a number of different sanctuaries there are 22 temples in allÂ  which are situated on parallel ridges running down the mountainside of Gunung Agung. Viewing the Besakih Temple from a higher ground is like a forest of pagodas set against a panorama of greenness that stretches down to the sea twenty five kilometres away. Afterwards continue to spectacular area of Batur. Mount Batur itself is a small volcano, but its setting is in the heart of huge crater.Â  Adjacent to the volcano is the large crescent-shaped Batur Lake, all surrounded by high walls of the crater rim. You will visit Museum Gunungapi Batur and discover secrets of Batur volcano (note that museum is open from Monday to Friday from 10 am until 15:00 pm). On the way visit Pura Ulun Danu Batur. Spiritually, Gunung Batur is the second most important mountain in Bali, so the temple here, one of the island&#8217;s nine directional temples, is of considerable importance. Continue to northern costal villages together are known as Lovina that become a popular beach resort.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Lovina - Ubud</strong><br />
You will start your tour to Gitgit Waterfall, the 40 meters waterfalls are beautiful and great places for a short relax. Afterwards proceed to Pura Ulun Danau Bratan, the temple built in 1633, consisting four compounds, two of which are detached from the main temple complex on little islets a few meters from the shore. Drive to Pura Luhur Tanah Lot, one of the most famous sea side temples in Bali. The picturesque temple, suspended on a little rocky islet, is one of the important and respected temples, closely related with the priest Niratha. On the way you will visit also Taman Ayun Temple, notable for its majestic gateway and soaring meru towers which are dedicated to the gods who dwell on high.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Ubud &amp; Surroundings</strong><br />
You will visit the Holy Springs of Tampaksiring, discovered in AD 926 and believed to have magical powers, and next to the springs, Pura Tirta Empul, one of Bali&#8217;s most significant temples. You may stop at Gunung Kawi, which literally means Mountain of the Peot(s), consisting of series of temple-like structures, standing in two rows of niches, excavated directly from the rock face. Drive to Goa GajahÂ  Elephant Cave, dating from at least 11th century. Afternoon you may enjoy Ubud - the cultural centre of Bali. Ubud has long been a quiet heaven for the arts. Set amidst emerald green rice paddies and steep ravines in the stunning central Balinese foothills. There are many ways to spend a day in Ubud visiting galleries and artists studios, sipping drinks in garden cafes and enjoying long strolls through the countryside. There are a few of must sees. Puri Saren is palace with its maze of family compounds and richly carved doorways; visit one of Art Museums to enjoy the paintings and sculptures. You will have the time to explore Art Market and try your bargain skills.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Ubud Nusa Dua/Kuta/Sanur</strong><br />
You will have free program ( you may explore Ubud or enjoy hotel facilities ) until transfer to your hotel in southern part of the island.</p>
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Day 01: Nusa Dua/Kuta/Sanur - Candidasa</strong><br />
This full day tour will bring you the eastern part of Bali. Firstly visit Pura Goa Lawah, the Bat Cave Temple. The cave in the cliff face is full of bats. The cave is said to lead all the way to Besakih, the biggest temple complex in Bali. Afterwards visit Tenganan, one of the native villages in Bali, known as Bali Aga, the original Balinese. Tenganan is very famous for its traditional culture and custom. The ritual activities have their own calendar and are different from other parts in Bali. Tenganan village offers a nice panorama, the hill providing a beautiful backdrop. The village is also known as the only place where people weave the &#8220;ikat gringsing&#8221; a special cloth using traditional colours. Continue your trip to Taman Ujung. It was a resting place for the King of Karangasem, known as &#8220;The Water Palace&#8221; built around 1919 by the Late King Karangasem. The view can be admired from the pavilion higher up the hill; the green mountain views contrast with the blue sea. After that continue your tour and visit the Puri Agung Palace. The Royal Palace of Karangasem Kingdom is an artistic building combining the styles of Balinese, Chinese and European architectures. It was built by Anak Agung Gede Jelantik, the first king of Karangasem. Inside this Palace, one will find some old photographs of the royal family, the royal bedroom, the costumes which was formerly used by the king, and other buildings used for various ceremonies and meetings.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Candidasa - Lovina</strong><br />
First visit Bali&#8217;s Mother Temple located on the slopes of Mount Agung, the highest Balinese volcano. The Pura Besakih complex is made up of a number of different sanctuaries - there are 22 temples in all area which are situated on parallel ridges running down the mountainside of Gunung Agung. Viewing the Besakih Temple from a higher ground is like a forest of pagodas set against a panorama of greenness that stretches down to the sea twenty five kilometres away. Afterwards continue to spectacular area of Batur. Mount Batur itself is a small volcano, but its setting is in the heart of huge crater.  Adjacent to the volcano is the large crescent-shaped Batur Lake, all surrounded by high walls of the crater rim. You will visit Museum Gunungapi Batur and discover secrets of Batur volcano (note that museum is open from Monday to Friday from 10 am until 15:00 pm). On the way visit Pura Ulun Danu Batur. Spiritually, Gunung Batur is the second most important mountain in Bali, so the temple here, one of the island&#8217;s nine directional temples, is of considerable importance. Continue to northern costal villages together are known as Lovina that become a popular beach resort.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Lovina - Ubud</strong><br />
You will start your tour to Gitgit Waterfall, the 40 meters waterfalls are beautiful and great places for a short relax. Afterwards proceed to Pura Ulun Danau Bratan, the temple built in 1633, consisting four compounds, two of which are detached from the main temple complex on little islets a few meters from the shore. Drive to Pura Luhur Tanah Lot, one of the most famous sea side temples in Bali. The picturesque temple, suspended on a little rocky islet, is one of the important and respected temples, closely related with the priest Niratha. On the way you will visit also Taman Ayun Temple, notable for its majestic gateway and soaring meru towers which are dedicated to the gods who dwell on high.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Ubud - Nusa Dua/Kuta/Sanur</strong><br />
Ubud has long been a quiet heaven for the arts. Set amidst emerald green rice paddies and steep ravines in the stunning central Balinese foothills. There are a few of  must sees. Puri Saren is palace with its maze of family compounds and richly carved doorways; visit one of Art Museums to enjoy the paintings and sculptures. Next you will visit the Holy Springs of Tampaksiring, discovered in AD 926 and believed to have magical powers, and next to the springs, Pura Tirta Empul, one of Bali&#8217;s most significant temples. You may stop at Gunung Kawi, which literally means. Mountain of the Peot(s), consisting of series of temple-like structures, standing in two rows of niches, excavated directly from the rock face.</p>
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		<title>Bali 3 days - 2 nights</title>
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Day 01: Nusa Dua / Kuta / Sanur - Candidasa</strong><br />
This full day tour will bring you the eastern part of Bali. Firstly visit Pura Goa Lawah, the Bat Cave Temple. The cave in the cliff face is full of bats. The cave is said to lead all the way to Besakih, the biggest temple complex in Bali. Afterwards visit Tenganan, one of the native villages in Bali, known as Bali Aga, the original Balinese. Tenganan is very famous for its traditional culture and custom. The ritual activities have their own calendar and are different from other parts in Bali. Tenganan village offers a nice panorama, the hill providing a beautiful backdrop. The village is also known as the only place where people weave the &#8220;ikat gringsing&#8221; a special cloth using traditional colours. Continue your trip to Taman Ujung. It was a resting place for the King of Karangasem, known as &#8220;The Water Palace&#8221; built around 1919 by the Late King Karangasem. The view can be admired from the pavilion higher up the hill; the green mountain views contrast with the blue sea. After that continue your tour and visit the Puri Agung Palace. The Royal Palace of Karangasem Kingdom is an artistic building combining the styles of Balinese, Chinese and European architectures. It was built by Anak Agung Gede Jelantik, the first king of Karangasem. Inside this Palace, one will find some old photographs of the royal family, the royal bedroom, the costumes which was formerly used by the king, and other buildings used for various ceremonies and meetings.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Candidasa - Lovina</strong><br />
First visit Bali&#8217;s Mother Temple located on the slopes of Mount Agung, the highest Balinese volcano. The Pura Besakih complex is made up of a number of different sanctuaries there are 22 temples in all  which are situated on parallel ridges running down the mountainside of Gunung Agung. Viewing the Besakih Temple from a higher ground is like a forest of pagodas set against a panorama of greenness that stretches down to the sea twenty five kilometres away. Afterwards continue to spectacular area of Batur. Mount Batur itself is a small volcano, but its setting is in the heart of huge crater.  Adjacent to the volcano is the large crescent-shaped Batur Lake, all surrounded by high walls of the crater rim. You will visit Museum Gunungapi Batur and discover secrets of Batur volcano (note that museum is open from Monday to Friday from 10 am until 15:00 pm). On the way visit Pura Ulun Danu Batur. Spiritually, Gunung Batur is the second most important mountain in Bali, so the temple here, one of the island&#8217;s nine directional temples, is of considerable importance. Continue to northern costal villages together are known as Lovina that become a popular beach resort.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Lovina - Nusa Dua / Kuta / Sanur</strong><br />
You will start your tour to Gitgit Waterfall, the 40 meters waterfalls are beautiful and great places for a short relax. Afterwards proceed to Pura Ulun Danau Bratan, the temple built in 1633, consisting four compounds, two of which are detached from the main temple complex on little islets a few meters from the shore. Drive to Pura Luhur Tanah Lot, one of the most famous sea side temples in Bali. The picturesque temple, suspended on a little rocky islet, is one of the important and respected temples, closely related with the priest Niratha. On the way you will visit also Taman Ayun Temple, notable for its majestic gateway and soaring meru towers which are dedicated to the gods who dwell on high.</p>
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		<title>Asmat and Baliem Valley West Papua 12 days - 11 nights</title>
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Day 01: Arrival in Timika - Ewer - Agats</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Moses Kilangin airport in Timika you will meet our guide then get the flight to Ewer - in the Asmat region. Then continue your trip by a motor boat to Agats  the capital city of Asmat region. You will visit Asmat Museum of Culture and Progress with excellent collection of Asmat carvings, masks, costumes and artefacts.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Agats - Atsji - Ambisu</strong><br />
You will sail to Atsji and then to Ambisu village. You will be welcomed by local community; there will be many boats with traditionally decorated people onboard. You will spend you time to observe the traditional life of the Asmat tribe. You will overnight on the bark floor of jeu, the long, raised men&#8217;s huts that serve as the architectural and cultural centres of Asmat village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Ambisu - Kawet - Jow</strong><br />
You will join the local people in sago harvesting in Kawet. Sago is a starch extracted from the pith inside stems of the sago palm. Sago forms a major staple food for the people of Asmat where it is cooked and eaten in the form of a pancake. You will have the chance to taste the local food. Continue sail to Jow village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Jow</strong><br />
Explore village of Jow and its surroundings. If possible you can watch mask dance performed by villager and try to ride the dugout canoe.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Jow - Agats</strong><br />
You will sail back to Agats.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Agats - Ewer - Timika</strong><br />
Transfer to Ewer to get flight to Timika. Then transfer to your hotel.</p>
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Day 07: Timika - Jayapura - Wamena - Sogokmo - Anjelma</strong><br />
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Jayapura. Upon arrival in Sentani airport, a connection flight to Wamena, in Baliem Valley. Upon arrival in Wamena transfer to Sogokmo to commence trekking. Hike around 3 hours to Anjelma by passing through the Yetni River and some Dani villages on the way. In the late afternoon you may visit the Dani traditional houses and learn the way of life of the local people. You will overnight in the village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 08: Anjelma - Polimo Kilise</strong><br />
Continue the trekking through Dani&#8217;s sweet potatoes garden. On the way meet the Dani people and discuss about their community life. Arrive at Kilise village; enjoy the spectacular view of Baliem George. You will overnight in the village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 09: Kilise - Kurima - Sogokmo - Wamena</strong><br />
Trek back to Sogokmo through the Kurima district. Visit a local market and get fresh fruit. Arrive at Sogokmo, drive for about 45 minutes to Wamena.</p>
<p><strong>Day 10: Wamena - Jiwika - Kurulu - Seroba</strong><br />
Visit Jiwika village where you may see the mummy (over than 250 years). Then a special welcome will be given to you upon your arrival in the Kurulu village (or other village), all clan members will be gathering on their best outfit to show their appreciation, the tribe chief will stand on a traditional observation and give the order to his people to celebrate. A special pig-festival with hot stones and earth pits, probably the most interesting thing to see on a travel to Papua, will be arranged for you. Before coming back to Wamena, you will trek around Seroba village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 11: Wamena - Jayapura</strong><br />
Transfer to Wamena Airport and flight to Jayapura. Upon arrival at Sentani Airport, you will visit Mc Arthur monument and Anthropology Museum.</p>
<p><strong>Day 12: Jayapura - Departure</strong><br />
Transfer to the airport for your flight to your next destination.</p>
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		<title>Asmat - West Papua 7 days - 6 night</title>
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Day 01: Arrival In Timika - Ewer - Agats</strong><br />
Upon arrival at Moses Kilangin airport in Timika you will meet our guide then get the flight to Ewer - in the Asmat region. Then continue your trip by a motor boat to Agats the capital city of Asmat region. You will visit Asmat Museum of Culture and Progress with excellent collection of Asmat carvings, masks, costumes and artefacts.</p>
<p><strong>Day 02: Agats - Atsji - Ambisu</strong><br />
You will sail to Atsji and then to Ambisu village. You will be welcomed by local community; there will be many boats with traditionally decorated people onboard. You will spend you time to observe the traditional life of the Asmat tribe. You will overnight on the bark floor of jeu, the long, raised men&#8217;s huts that serve as the architectural and cultural centres of Asmat village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 03: Ambisu - Kawet - Jow</strong><br />
You will join the local people in sago harvesting in Kawet. Sago is a starch extracted from the pith inside stems of the sago palm. Sago forms a major staple food for the people of Asmat where it is cooked and eaten in the form of a pancake. You will have the chance to taste the local food. Continue sail to Jow village.</p>
<p><strong>Day 04: Jow</strong><br />
Explore village of Jow and its surroundings. If possible you can watch mask dance performed by villager and try to ride the dugout canoe.</p>
<p><strong>Day 05: Jow - Agats</strong><br />
You will sail back to Agats.</p>
<p><strong>Day 06: Agats - Ewer - Timika</strong><br />
Transfer to Ewer to get flight to Timika. Then transfer to your hotel.</p>
<p><strong>Day 07: Timika - Departure</strong><br />
Transfer to the airport for your flight to your next destination.</p>
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