SAILING EXPEDITION SOUTH SULAWESI-KOMODO-FLORES WITH RATU RIMA
If your 
plans call for a visit to Sulawesi and Komodo and you want to get off the beaten track, book this special cruise program now! The 70 ft./24 meter traditional Pinisi Schooner "Rima" will carry you from Sulawesi or Komodo to the unspoiled island of Selayar and Indonesia's largest coral atoll of Takabonerate. This special program departs Makassar/Bira, South Sulawesi and Labuhan Bajo, on the island of Flores, weekly with these special departures. If you check air and ship schedules you will find this program is your best connection to or from Komodo and Sulawesi.
In the months of October-April, the prevailing winds switch to coming from the west, and this makes it possible to dive the east coast of Selayar Island. This 75km long island boasts some of the best wall dives and isolated beaches in Indonesia. The comfortable evening departure from Bira, South Sulawesi brings us to our first dive after our overnight sail south.
Once 
you have made the commitment to visiting the Komodo National Park, you will find that either you re-track your steps back to Bali or continue over the island of Flores to Maumere, from where you can fly "Back to Bali".
On the other hand, if you plan on traveling North to the Island of Sulawesi, your choices are quite limited but one of them is to travel via our Traditional Schooner KLM Rima. Our program takes 3 nights and 4 days and visit many of the outer islands for Tanah Jampea, Selayar, Kayuadi and arrive at the harbor of Bira, South Sulawesi where we transfer to the city of Makassar.
Divers can make approximately 3-4 dives over the duration of the trip, but the key objective of this program is transport and a comfortable sailing and beach combing adventure.
Sailing Itinerary:
Day 01 Labuhan Bajo - Sea time 30 hours
Today your sea adventure starts aboard "Ratu Rima", 
under the massive sails of a true traditional sailing phinisi Schooner. Travel time varies with wind conditions, but estimated sailing time to our first destination, Takabonerate Atoll, is 30 hours. Your accommodations aboard Ratu Rima are very comfortable, wide berthed dorm style accommodations. Meals are prepared aboard the vessel and are included in the cost of this special cruise program. (One lunch, one dinner)
Day 02 Takabonerate - Selayer
Takabonerate is the second largest coral atoll in the world. This massive collapsed volcano supports one of the world's finest coral reef systems and is the breeding ground for many species of sea turtles. Time is allocated for an afternoon stop, for snorkeling or diving. After the evening meal, Ratu Rima will set sail for an overnight cruise to Selayar Island. Estimated sailing time on this sector is 10 hours. (Note: Crew retains the option to overnight in Takabonerate or Selayar based on weather and passenger interests.) (One breakfast, one lunch, one dinner)
Day 03 Selayar
This morning Ratu Rima will arrive off the island of Selayar. Time is taken for some island exploration, snorkeling and dives can be made. (One breakfast, one lunch, one dinner)
Day 04 Selayar - Bira (Tanah Beru)
This morning Ratu Rima will depart Selayar Island for Bira South Sulawesi. Mid-day arrival will allow time to settle in at the Anda Bungalows or make a quick connection to Makassar. (One breakfast, one lunch)
Come and Discover Indonesia Islands with us!