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Raja Ampat and Philippines: The Last Paradise on Earth

Ship: SH Minerva   
Departure: Saturday, May 29, 2027
Nights: 11 nights
Departs: Sorong
Returns: Manila
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
11
Nights
Days at Sea
10
Sea Days
Ports
4
Ports
Countries Visted
2
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Raja Ampat and Philippines: The Last Paradise on Earth

    Ports of call

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    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Saturday, May 29, 2027 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 Sunday, May 30, 2027 Kabui Bay, Waigeo Island, Raja Ampat
    2 Sunday, May 30, 2027 Pulau Mansuar, Raja Ampat
    3 Monday, May 31, 2027 Pulau Penemu, Raja Ampat
    3 Monday, May 31, 2027 Pulau Fam, Raja Ampat
    4 Tuesday, June 1, 2027 Wayag Island, Indonesia 7:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Wayag Island, Indonesia

    Wayag Island is one of the islands within the Raja Ampat district in the province of West Papua, Indonesia. It lies 10 km north of the equator, and just 144 km NW of the NW tip of New Guinea. The island is known for its beautiful atolls and amazing underwater life. Read more about Wayag Island, Indonesia

    5 Wednesday, June 2, 2027 Pulau Misool, Indonesia 7:00 AM 12:00 PM

    Pulau Misool (Misool Island) is one of the four largest islands of the Raja Ampat (the Realm of Four Kings) archipelago, comprising over 1,500 islands, in West Papua, Indonesia. They create a spectacular view of closely-spaced islands covered with bright tropical flora and fauna. In addition there are caves everywhere. Read more about Pulau Misool, Indonesia

    5 Wednesday, June 2, 2027 Pulau Misool, Indonesia 2:30 PM 6:00 PM

    Pulau Misool (Misool Island) is one of the four largest islands of the Raja Ampat (the Realm of Four Kings) archipelago, comprising over 1,500 islands, in West Papua, Indonesia. They create a spectacular view of closely-spaced islands covered with bright tropical flora and fauna. In addition there are caves everywhere. Read more about Pulau Misool, Indonesia

    6 Thursday, June 3, 2027 Pulau Kri, Raja Ampat
    6 Thursday, June 3, 2027 Sorong, Indonesia 5:00 PM 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

    7 Friday, June 4, 2027 At Sea - Day At Sea
    8 Saturday, June 5, 2027 At Sea - Day At Sea
    9 Sunday, June 6, 2027 Casulian Island
    10 Monday, June 7, 2027 Baclayon
    11 Tuesday, June 8, 2027 At Sea - Day At Sea
    12 Wednesday, June 9, 2027 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

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    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

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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

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    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

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    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.

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  • Raja Ampat and Philippines: The Last Paradise on Earth

    Cruiseline: Swan Hellenic Ship: SH Minerva Departure: Saturday, May 29, 2027 Nights: 11 nights Departs: Sorong Returns: Manila

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