LIVEABOARD ROUTE

Cachalo — Raja Ampat — Sorong to Sorong — 7 Nights

7-night Raja Ampat itinerary aboard Cachalo from Sorong to Sorong.
Vessel Cachalo
Country Indonesia
Duration 7 nights
Estimated diving Approximately 22 dives
Embarkation Sorong
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The route

Route Overview

7-night Raja Ampat itinerary aboard Cachalo from Sorong to Sorong.

The operator brochure places Raja Ampat in the regular December–April cruising season.

Exact day-by-day dive-site sequence and dive count are not supplied in the operator brochure and must be confirmed for the selected departure.

Day by day

Operator Itinerary

This is the operator’s indicative itinerary. The captain and cruise director may change the sequence according to conditions, safety and marine-park regulations.

A departure-specific day-by-day itinerary was not supplied in the approved Cachalo brochure. Request the current operator itinerary for the selected sailing; routing can change with weather, currents, permits and safety.

Diving profile

Diving Raja Ampat

Diving overview

Cachalo's brochure describes expeditions ranging from big-pelagic encounters to macro photography across Indonesia's seasonal liveaboard regions. Exact dive sites and wildlife are not guaranteed.

Conditions and experience

Conditions vary substantially by destination. The captain and dive team retain operational discretion based on weather, current, guest experience and safety.

Underwater photography

Cachalo is designed with underwater photographers in mind and provides a dedicated camera area. Bring critical spares, storage and charging accessories; confirm current power arrangements before travel.

Marine highlights

  • Big pelagic encounters — possible
  • Macro photography subjects
  • Reef diving
  • Island and topside experiences

Wildlife encounters are natural and are never guaranteed.

Best suited to

Scuba diving Underwater photography Luxury small-group liveaboard travel Non-diver companions

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Cachalo — Raja Ampat — Sorong to Sorong — 7 Nights

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THE VESSEL

Cachalo

A 51 m luxury Indonesian Phinisi built in 2024 for 18 guests in nine ensuite cabins, with spacious indoor/outdoor areas, Nitrox, satellite Wi‑Fi and a dedicated dive setup.

Cachalo is a handcrafted Indonesian Phinisi built in South Sulawesi and launched in 2024. The operator brochure lists a 51 m length, 11 m beam and ironwood / teak construction.

Nine ocean-view guest cabins accommodate up to 18 guests. The vessel carries an 18-member professional crew and is designed for seasonal diving expeditions through Raja Ampat, Komodo, Alor and the Banda Sea.

The operator's published inclusions cover full board, scheduled diving, Nitrox, satellite Wi‑Fi, laundry, selected watersports, land excursions where permitted and airport/hotel transfers.

Operated by Cachalo / PT. Wan Rui Sheng

Vessel type Luxury Indonesian Phinisi liveaboard
Length 51
Beam 11
Cruising speed Average 10 knots; maximum 14 knots.
Guest capacity 18
Cabins 9
Year built 2024

Shared spaces

Indoor welcome area, approximately 80 m² lounge/dining space, top-deck bar area, bow relaxation area, large outdoor spaces and sun deck. Dining combines Indonesian, Thai, Chinese, Japanese and Western cuisine.

Dive deck

Dedicated dive area of approximately 45 m², supported by two 7.5 m dive tenders and onboard air/Nitrox compressors. Exact dive schedule depends on the selected route, weather and operational conditions.

Camera facilities

Cachalo promotes a dedicated indoor camera station / camera area for underwater photographers. Confirm current charging points and camera-workspace procedures before travel.

Rental equipment

Dive equipment rental is available at additional cost. The operator website lists full equipment, dive computers, lights, wetsuits, fins, additional sidemount tanks, 15 L tanks and action cameras; exact inventory and prices require advance confirmation.

Safety equipment

The operator brochure includes a Lifeline GPS diving rescue signal, reef hook and SMB in the standard package and requires diving insurance. Exact onboard emergency-equipment inventory and procedures are reconfirmed before departure.

ON BOARD

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