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7-Day Banggai Islands Expedition Cruise

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About this tour

Embark on an all-inclusive 7-day liveaboard island-hopping cruise through the remote Banggai Islands Regency. Sail aboard a wooden boat across crystal-clear lagoons, swim alongside harmless jellyfish in hidden lakes, discover vibrant coral gardens, and experience authentic off-grid island culture

What's included6

  • Full boat accommodation and crew services throughout the trip
  • Airport and land transfers in Luwuk
  • All daily meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) + fresh fruit, tea, coffee, and drinking water
  • Full use of snorkeling gear, stand-up paddleboards, and tender boats
  • All entry tickets, island retribution fees, and guided excursions
  • Fuel, harbor fees, e-tolls, and local permits

Not included4

  • Domestic and international airfare
  • Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks outside complimentary provisions
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Pricing (EUR, per person)

Where you go

7 stops · 7 days

  1. Luwuk

    1 day

    Day 1
    Discover Luwuk
  2. Danau Paisu Pok Luk Panenteng Mirror Lake & Peleng Island

    1 day

    Day 2
  3. Banggai Marine Jellyfish Lake & Hidden Lagoon Exploration

    1 day

    Day 3
    Discover Banggai Archipelago
  4. Banggai Cardinalfish Reefs & White Sand Sandbars

    1 day

    Day 4
    Discover Banggai Archipelago
  5. Coastal Stilt Village Visit & Bajau Culture Experience

    1 day

    Day 5
  6. Outer Coral Reef Snorkeling & Sunset Beach Campfire

    1 day

    Day 6
  7. Disembarkation & Return Transfer to Syukuran Aminuddin Amir Airport (Luwuk)

    1 day

    Day 7
    Discover Luwuk

Tour highlights

  1. Luwuk Arrival, Boarding & Setting Sail
    01Luwuk Arrival, Boarding & Setting Sail
  2. Glassy Waters of Paisu Pok & Peleng Island
    02Glassy Waters of Paisu Pok & Peleng Island
  3. Secret Jellyfish Lake & Hidden Lagoons
    03Secret Jellyfish Lake & Hidden Lagoons
  4. Endemic Banggai Cardinalfish & Uninhabited Sandbars
    04Endemic Banggai Cardinalfish & Uninhabited Sandbars
  5. Bajau Stilt Village & Authentic Island Life
    05Bajau Stilt Village & Authentic Island Life
  6. Outer Reef Snorkeling & Farewell Beach Barbecue
    06Outer Reef Snorkeling & Farewell Beach Barbecue

Cruise through Central Sulawesi’s most remote archipelago to swim in glass-clear lagoons, jellyfish lakes, and untouched reefs.

Itinerary in detail

The route, day by day. Every day can change with who is travelling, so treat this as the shape of the trip rather than a fixed schedule.

Day 1

Luwuk Arrival, Boarding & Setting Sail

  • Pickup from Syukuran Aminuddin Amir Airport in Luwuk or your local hotel, followed by an overland transfer to the harbor.
  • Board the traditional liveaboard vessel equipped with open lounging decks, paddleboards, and snorkeling gear.
  • Settle into your cabin, attend a safety briefing, and set sail into the calm, pristine waters of the Banggai Islands Regency while enjoying a freshly prepared seafood dinner onboard.
Luwuk Arrival, Boarding & Setting Sail

Day 2

Glassy Waters of Paisu Pok & Peleng Island

  • Sail to Peleng Island to visit Danau Paisu Pok Luk Panenteng, famous for its glass-like, deep-blue freshwater springs surrounded by dense jungle.
  • Swim, stand-up paddleboard, or take a small wooden canoe across the mirror-like surface of the lake.
  • Anchor at a secluded coastal cove nearby for an evening meal served under the stars.
Glassy Waters of Paisu Pok & Peleng Island

Day 3

Secret Jellyfish Lake & Hidden Lagoons

  • Cruise toward a remote marine lake home to thousands of harmless, stingless golden jellyfish.
  • Snorkel peacefully in the warm, clear waters alongside the delicate creatures without the crowds of tourist hotspots.
  • Spend the remaining hours navigating through limestone karst towers into hidden turquoise lagoons for afternoon swimming and kayaking.
Secret Jellyfish Lake & Hidden Lagoons

Day 4

Endemic Banggai Cardinalfish & Uninhabited Sandbars

  • Dive or snorkel over vibrant coral reef gardens to spot the endemic Banggai Cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni) hiding among sea anemones and urchins.
  • Tender ashore to an isolated, pristine white sandbar surrounded by turquoise water for a picnic lunch and beach relaxation.
  • Enjoy sunset views on the top deck as the boat anchors in a sheltered bay.
Endemic Banggai Cardinalfish & Uninhabited Sandbars

Day 5

Bajau Stilt Village & Authentic Island Life

  • Visit a traditional Bajau "Sea Gypsy" village built entirely on wooden stilts over the ocean.
  • Meet local residents, learn about their centuries-old marine traditions, and explore how communities live in harmony with the surrounding sea.
  • Enjoy a traditional home-style lunch featuring local Sulawesi flavors prepared with fresh ingredients.
Bajau Stilt Village & Authentic Island Life

Day 6

Outer Reef Snorkeling & Farewell Beach Barbecue

  • Head to an untouched outer reef wall featuring thriving soft corals, giant sea fans, and schooling reef fish.
  • Enjoy a final day of snorkeling, diving, or paddleboarding around uninhabited tropical islands.
  • Gather on a private beach for a special farewell barbecue feast with live music and a campfire hosted by the boat crew.
Outer Reef Snorkeling & Farewell Beach Barbecue

Day 7

Morning Sail & Disembarkation in Luwuk

  • Enjoy a final breakfast on deck during the peaceful morning sail back toward the harbor.
  • Disembark the vessel and meet your driver for the transfer back to Syukuran Aminuddin Amir Airport or your hotel in Luwuk.
Morning Sail & Disembarkation in Luwuk

Questions about this trip

Answered by the team who runs it.

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Where does this tour start and end?

The trip starts and ends in Luwuk, Central Sulawesi. You should book flights into Syukuran Aminuddin Amir Airport (LUW), where our team will greet you for airport pick-up.

Are the jellyfish in the lake safe to touch?

Yes! The jellyfish species in the Banggai marine lake have evolved without stings, making it safe to swim and snorkel among them.

Local businesses where this trip goes

Dive centres, tour operators and guides in the places on this trip. Each one has its own page and contacts.

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