- Stay at Arasatu Villas & Sanctuary, a luxury sea-view retreat on Derawan Island surrounded by turquoise waters.
- Snorkel with Whale Sharks at Bagang during a sunrise excursion, an unforgettable open-ocean experience.
- Swim with stingless jellyfish in Kakaban Lake, one of only a few places in the world with this unique ecosystem.
- Snorkel over vibrant coral reefs in the Kakaban Trench and Maratua Island’s crystal-clear lagoons.
- Encounter graceful Manta Rays at Sangalaki Island during an immersive underwater adventure.
- Visit a sea turtle hatchery on Sangalaki Island and learn about local conservation practices.
- Sunbathe on pristine sandbars and take stunning travel photos at Gusung Sanggalau and open-sea dunes.
- Discover optional hidden gems like Goa Haji Mangku (a cave pool) and Kehe Daing Blue Lagoon, depending on tides.
- Experience seamless transfers by speedboat and coastal drive between Kalimarau Airport and Derawan’s remote islands.
Amazing Derawan Whale Shark Tour
- Duration
4 Days
- Price
From USD.2.250
Destinations
Itinerary
Inclusion
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Itinerary
Day 1: Kalimarau Airport, Berau – Derawan Island / Arasatu Villas & Sanctuary 4*/ Deluxe Sea View (D)
It is recommended to take a flight that arrives in Berau before noon.
Airport trip – Tanjung Batu Harbor (2.5 hours by car) – Derawan Island (30 minutes by speedboat) . Check in to accommodation. Dinner, walk around Derawan Island, rest
Day 2: Kakaban Island – Maratua Island – Sangalaki Island (B,L,D)
Breakfast, prepare for a full day exploring Maratua Island, enjoy the clear sea at Maratua Paradise Resort. Continue with snorkeling in the Kakaban Trench and swimming with jellyfish in Lake Kakaban. After lunch, the trip continues to Sangalaki Island, snorkeling and swimming with Manta Rays. After getting wet, the trip continues by seeing the turtle hatchery on Sangalaki Island. Bonus destinations: Goa Haji Mangku and Laguna Kehe Daing (optional depending on the water level)
Return to accommodation, dinner, free program, rest.
Day 3: Whale Shark – Derawan Island (B,L,D)
Breakfast, leave Derawan Island before sunrise by speedboat to go to Bagang where you meet whale sharks. Swim and take pictures with one of the largest mammals in the ocean. Stop at the sand dunes or sandbars for photos and swimming.
Return to the inn and rest. Free program until the afternoon
Dinner at hotel
Day 4: Derawan Island – Kalimarau Airport, Berau – Flight to Next Destination (B)
Breakfast, preparation to return to Tanjung Redeb city and continue the journey to Airport for your flight to next destination.
*The schedule can change according to conditions in the field.
Inclusion
- 3 nights accommodation including breakfast base on twin share
- Round-trip transfers between airport and hotel;
- Meals and tours as mentioned in itinerary;
- Private Air conditioned vehicle.
- Local English speaking guide during tour
Exclusion
- Domestic flight
- Travel insurance.
- Meals not mentioned in itinerary.
- Any Optional
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