BANDA SEA DIVING CRUISE

The Banda Islands form an archipelago of volcanic islands located south of the Moluccas in central Indonesia.

Once known for their lucrative spice trade, they have seen many foreigners come from all over the world in search of the precious nutmeg. The Banda Islands are full of historical sites that you can visit, such as the old Dutch forts where you will learn all about the famous “spice route” history.

The rich history of these islands has left its mark. Also, do not miss the Banda Neira fort built during the Dutch colonization to secure the spice route.

Nowadays, this region attracts visitors for very different reasons. The Banda Islands are isolated in the middle of the deepest Indonesia waters.

This very particular geographical situation is certainly at the origin of the coral reef richness, featuring an extraordinary biodiversity which attracts a large number of pelagic species, including the famous hammerhead shark. Witness the great migration of hammerhead sharks from the Banda Sea in October.

From a few individuals to several dozen if you are lucky, you will be able to live a unique experience in the life of a diver.
We shall of course not forget to mention the many sea snakes whose stunning patterns will be hypnotizing you while rippling in the waters.

The Banda Islands also include vertical walls where large pelagic predators come to hunt, beautiful corals, many subjects on the plateaus for macro enthusiasts, but also underwater arches and caves.

In short, the Banda Islands are full of big surprises!