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Raja Ampat and Philippines cruise: the Last Paradise on Earth

Ship: SH Minerva   
Departure: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Nights: 11 nights
Departs: Sorong
Returns: Manila
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
11
Nights
Days at Sea
9
Sea Days
Ports
4
Ports
Countries Visted
2
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Raja Ampat and Philippines cruise: the Last Paradise on Earth

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Sorong, Indonesia Embark 6:00 PM
    View of Sorong, Indonesia

    Sorong (population 200,000) is a coastal city in the eastern Indonesian province of West Papua, 100km south of the Equator, and bordering the Sorong Regency. It is the gateway to Indonesia's Raja Ampat Islands, rich in coral reefs in an area considered the heart of the world's coral reef biodiversity. It is also the logistics centre for Indonesia's thriving eastern oil and gas frontier, and a major container terminal. Read more about Sorong, Indonesia

    2 Wednesday, April 29, 2026 Ayu Atoll, Raja Ampat
    3 Thursday, April 30, 2026 Pulau Penemu, Raja Ampat
    3 Thursday, April 30, 2026 Pulau Fam, Raja Ampat
    4 Friday, May 1, 2026 Pulau Mansuar, Raja Ampat
    5 Saturday, May 2, 2026 At Sea - Day At Sea
    6 Sunday, May 3, 2026 At Sea - Day At Sea
    7 Monday, May 4, 2026 Casulian Island
    8 Tuesday, May 5, 2026 Baclayon
    9 Wednesday, May 6, 2026 Cuatro Islas
    10 Thursday, May 7, 2026 Romblon Island, Philippines 8:00 AM 7:00 PM
    View of Romblon Island, Philippines

    Romblon Island is one of twenty islands (two other large islands are Sibuyan and Tablas) in the province of the same name, at the geometric centre of the 7107 scattered islands that constitute the Philippine Archipelago. The Romblon port and town lies 260 km SSE of the capital Manilla. Romblon Bay is a natural harbor and safe haven for ships passing in the area during inclement weather. Read more about Romblon Island, Philippines

    11 Friday, May 8, 2026 Marinduque, Philippines 8:00 AM 4:30 PM
    12 Saturday, May 9, 2026 Manila, Philippines 8:00 AM Disembark
    View of Manila, Philippines

    Manila, the capital of the Philippines and the most densely populated city in the world, is located on the eastern shores of Manila Bay, on the western side of the island of Luzon. This metropolis has certainly come a long way from being a fortified settlement and renowned trading centre in the 13th century. The city attracts over one million visitors from all over the world annually. Read more about Manila, Philippines

  • Ship

    SH Minerva Overview

    SH Minerva

    SH Minerva - where exploration begins

    SH Minerva is the first of Swan Hellenic’s new-generation expedition ships, designed to carry just 152 guests in an intimate and thoughtfully planned setting. Built to PC5 ice-class standards, she is purpose-built for exploring remote regions, from Antarctica and the Arctic to culturally rich coastlines across Europe and beyond.

    With her smaller size and carefully considered design, SH Minerva offers a more personal style of cruising. For Australian travellers, she provides a quieter, more immersive way to explore the world, where each journey feels unhurried, enriching and deeply connected to place.

  • Cabins

    SH Minerva Cabins

    PREMIUM SUITE

    PREMIUM SUITE

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    Cabin Types

    PS

    Size: 49 m2, Sleeps up to 4. Premium suites feature a super king bed and separate living room with and a soothing flame-effect fireplace a luxurious ensuite bathroom, a spacious walk-in wardrobe, and a 12 sq.m private balcony.

    SUITE

    SUITE

    SUITE on the SH Minerva SUITE on the SH Minerva

    Cabin Types

    SU

    Size: 44 m2, Sleeps up to 4. These Suites feature a superking bed and separate living room with and a soothing flame-effect fireplace a luxurious ensuite bathroom and a 12 sq.m. private balcony.

    BALCONY

    BALCONY

    BALCONY on the SH Minerva BALCONY on the SH Minerva

    Cabin Types

    BM5, BD6, BD5

    Size: 28 m2, Sleeps up to 2. Located at the center of the ship, these balcony staterooms feature 2 single beds or double bed bedroom with a living room area, a luxurious bathroom, and your own private 6m2 balcony.

    OCEANVIEW

    OCEANVIEW

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    Cabin Types

    OM4, OD4

    Size: 19 m2. Sleeps up to 2. Oceanview cabins feature 2 single beds, a bedroom and a living room, and a luxurious ensuite bathroom.

  • Deck Plans

    SH Minerva Deck Plans

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    Swan Hellenic Inclusions

    Swan Hellenic Inclusions

    Expedition with Swan Hellenic and enjoy the below inclusions:
    • 24/7 room service and all onboard meals
    • Complimentary coffee, tea, soft drinks and select beer, wine, and spirits
    • Standard Wi-Fi and digital memory package
    • Enriching lectures, curated activities, and all expedition landings
    • One expert-led shore excursion per port
    • Yours to keep: dry bag, backpack, and refillable water bottle – plus expedition parka on select Polar voyages
    • Gratuities, port taxes & fees

    Terms & Conditions apply.

Cabin Availability

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OCEANVIEW at the SH Minerva

OCEANVIEW

From $14550
BALCONY at the SH Minerva

BALCONY

From $17475
SUITE at the SH Minerva

SUITE

From $25475
PREMIUM SUITE at the SH Minerva

PREMIUM SUITE

From $29100

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  • Raja Ampat and Philippines cruise: the Last Paradise on Earth

    Cruiseline: Swan Hellenic Ship: SH Minerva Departure: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Nights: 11 nights Departs: Sorong Returns: Manila

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