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Matt and Sheila were fabulous hosts- seamless organization with attention to every detail!! We LOVED Anthony’s Key and would most definitely recommend! Staff were amazing, food totally yummy and NOT boring like some all inclusives! Our Dive boat was the StingRay and I couldn’t have been better cared for by Capt Leo and Aslo and Louis!! Mindy in the Spa was so caring and shared such wonderful experiences—from Ferry master to security to front desk- your people define the operation! Thank you!!

Roatan Honduras – Anthony Key Resort 2026

Great time. The resort was wonderful and the staff was engaging and welcoming. Dive guides were great as well.

The trip was very well organized.  All went as planned.  Good diving, food and accommodations. Great group of people.  Looking forward to my next dive trip with Blue Hat Travel.  Thanks Matt and Sheila for a good time!

Wonderful dive trip with great people! The resort was great,  although maybe not so much for non-divers. DTS always does a great job with their trips! Highly recommended!

Stellar diving, great resort, great planning and coordination by Matt and Sheila. 10/10!!!!

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Bucket list alert!&nbsp; Does anybody want to combine a dive trip in Raja Ampat with a snorkel with whales? sperm or killer?&nbsp; How about we finish up in Ambon for some of their famous macro diving?&nbsp;&nbsp;

Raja Ampat & Ambon

$50 whole cruise!  not included but awesome it is available

Starlink

Marine Park Fee

Fuel Surcharge

Port Fee

Wine per bottle

Rental Gear

transfers

meals

wine is not included but for sale by bottle

beer & standard spirts

diving

That is up to us.&nbsp; Probably 2-3 days.&nbsp; It is usually reef dives in the morning and following the pods in the afternoon.&nbsp; We will get close to the whales on small boats and roll off the side to spend time in the water with a snorkel and camera.&nbsp; When the whales move on, repeat.&nbsp; We will probably do this all afternoon.&nbsp; The big boat will be nearby, so keep going or quit when you want.&nbsp; Sometimes, an evening reef dive.&nbsp; The whale aggregations are not particularly close to either Raja Ampat or Ambon, and we are definitely doing some diving at each of those places, so that leaves the middle of the trip.&nbsp; I imagine how much time we spend with the whales will depend on our encounters on the first couple of days trying.&nbsp;There will be a cetacean expert on board.

How many days will we snorkel w/ whales?

Sorong, or airport code SOQ is where you will want to be to get onto the boat. There are flights from both Jakarta (CGK) and Bali (DPS). The town of Sorong doesn't have much going for it. &nbsp;That being said I will probably be celebrating my (Matt's) 57th birthday at the Swiss Bell Hotel on , on Oct 3rd. &nbsp;The next morning we will do a crack of dawn birding tour to see if we can see the bird of paradise, but even if we don't it quick like to be a successful outing &nbsp;- there is a lot of diversity in birds there. &nbsp;Just let me know if you are interested in joining us. Just FYI I usually have a strong opinion that you should get there a day or 2 in advance, but it is less important with this boat. &nbsp;If you miss a departure you can hire a speed boat to catch you up with the liveaboard, at a cost of $100-$500 depending on how far we get away from port. &nbsp;Point is, if you late, you don't miss the trip. &nbsp; We get off the boat in Ambon, airport code AMQ on Oct 16th. &nbsp;Sheila and I get right back on on the 19th to do the trip in reverse, and in between we will be staying at Spice Island Divers. &nbsp;If you tack on a few days you can probably mingle with the other group of dive friends that are coming in to do the trip the other direction. &nbsp;Ambon is a destination in of itself, so if you want us to set up a package with them for you, again, just let us know. &nbsp; Domestic flights: &nbsp;these are a real headache to set up online. &nbsp;I suggest you just let us point you to a domestic agent and you can work directly with them. &nbsp;Agung Wiraputra has done this for our past couple of Indonesia trips, he is happy to help. &nbsp;Email: agung@baliagungsolusi.com &nbsp;He is based in Indonesia and works with our booking agent in the US on a regular basis. &nbsp;

Before and After

Political discussions are not encouraged on a group trip. &nbsp;We have diving in common, talk about that!

Politics

Raja Ampat, Ambon, and Snorkel with Whales Expedition

All cabins are equal and on the lower deck. &nbsp;Cost per person, cabin is $12800.

Standard Luxury Cabin 

Bucket list alert!&nbsp; Does anybody want to combine a dive trip in Raja Ampat with a snorkel with whales? sperm or killer?&nbsp; How about we finish up in Ambon for some of their famous macro diving?&nbsp; This trip is the same at the Oct 5th to 16th trip except in the other direction from Ambon to Raja Ampat.

Ambon (AMQ) is the airport you will fly to to get onto the boat. There are flights from Jakarta (CGK), then use a local agent to get to AMQ. We will be boarding the boat on the 19th of October. &nbsp;You are probably coming a long why with the potential for flight delays and missed connections. &nbsp;Maybe arrive a couple of days early. &nbsp;The first trip (which Matt and Sheila are on) drops off in Ambon on the 16th of October, so we'll already be there. &nbsp;There is a local dive operator, and Ambon is known for diving as a stand alone destination, so if you do get in early you can get a few pre trip dives in. &nbsp;Let us know if you want to help us book you in. &nbsp; If you do miss the boat, don't panic and not fly to Ambon. &nbsp;The chances are that the local crew can help you hire a speed boat and get caught up to the liveaboard, we dive in the area for two days. &nbsp; The trip drops off in the town of Sorong (airport code SOQ). &nbsp;Sorong doesn't have much going for it. &nbsp;That being said I we will have done a bird watching tour from there before the first trip, so if you want to stick around a day for that it might be worth it.&nbsp;Just let me know if you are interested in that. &nbsp;If you want a hotel in Sorong Swiss Bel is a good bet. &nbsp; Domestic flights: &nbsp;these are a real headache to set up online. &nbsp;I suggest you just let us point you to a domestic agent and you can work directly with them. &nbsp;Agung Wiraputra has done this for our past couple of Indonesia trips, he is happy to help. &nbsp;Email: agung@baliagungsolusi.com &nbsp;He is based in Indonesia and works with our booking agent in the US on a regular basis. &nbsp;

Political discussions are banded on this group trip. &nbsp;We have diving in common, talk about that! &nbsp;

Raja Ampat, Ambon, and Snorkel with Whales Expedition (in reverse)

Update: as of 6/3/2026 this trip is sold out except for a male share spot. If you are interested add yourself to wailing list.Two week trip diving and exploring Vanuatu and then Fiji, with a start in Auckland. So a few days exploring Auckland to get started! &nbsp; This trip is escorted by Matt and Sheila, and we did this circuit in early 2025 in preparation for putting this trip together. &nbsp;If you decide to join us, you'll be happy. &nbsp;

Santo Vanuatu

pricing to Auckland is generally very good from everywhere

Flight to Auckland

Solomon Air to Port Vila (VLI) then Air Vanuatu VLI to SON.  Expect about $600 with extra bags

Flight Auckland to Santo

all these are optional.  Join us or do your own thing.  If it is a booking option, then that is what group is doing, but feel free to do your own thing.

Tours in Auckland

breakfast included at the hotel, and the dive guides do a lot of feeding us, but lunch and dinner in Vanuatu not included.  Plenty of good options with prices similar to US.

Meals in Vanuatu

Rental gear

Gratuities

coffee tea and water included at Voli Voli, all others not included

Beverages

and approx USD $8 fee in Fiji for conservation

Vatu Ira Fee

at the end of the trip you have to book your own flight home.  

Flight from NAN 

including a night dive to see the flashlight fish

7 dives in Vanuatu

Accomodation in Vanuatu

spring fed crystal clear waters in the jungle

2 blue holes

local BBQ

choice of beach and a dugong snorkel tour or a full day bat cave and jungle exploration tour

non diving day tour

this is a domestic flight, handled by your tour organizer.

flight to Port Vila

this is an international flight, included as long as it stays near the $200 budgeted

flight to Fiji

included after we arrive in Nadi, before the early morning pickup by Voli Voli

Hotel in Nadi, Fiji

RT trans to resort

choose your accommodation type when booking

6 nights at Voli Voli

full meal package 

3 days of 3 tank diving, 2 days of 2 tank diving and unlimited shore diving

scuba diving

complimentary wifi

Meke Night

hosted party

This trip can be extended by one week in Tavenui, Fiji at Paradise Tavenui. &nbsp;Booked separately here.You will also have the option to extend the trip by 2 days and do the famous and high adrenaline bull shark dives in Beqa Lagoon. &nbsp;This is a simple add on, just press the button while booking.

Possible Extensions

pre March 19th - Matt and Sheila are probably doing more than 2 day in New Zealand, if you want to pre extend, just talk to us about it.March 19th - Arrive in Auckland, check into hotel. Trip leaders Matt and Sheila will be there!March 20th - wine tourMarch 21st - glow worm cave tourMarch 22nd- fly Auckland to Santo, check into hotel (this is the first day of prepaid activities, so you can start trip here if you want)March 23rd - 2 dives and a blue holeMarch 24th - 2 dives wreck and reef and a different blue holeMarch 25th - try local style boat diving or more wreck dives - choice, then night diveMarch 26th - optional activity day - dugong snorkeling attempt, bat cave tour, Champagne beach and Port OrlyMarch 27th - this is a free day with no preplanned activities (you can dive, do more tours, chill at hotel pool and shoot pool at bar, etc)March 28th - fly to Fiji, overnight NadiMarch 29th - get to VolivoliMarch 20th to April 3rd - dive! and other fun stuffApril 4th - transfer to airport for flight home OR bull shark 2 night add on OR Tavenui resort week long trip!

Timeline of the Trip

Vanuatu and Fiji Trip 2027

This is the base rate for Standard Room in Vanutu and Ocean View in Voli Voli. &nbsp;If you would like, you can upgrade your room category in the "add on" section. &nbsp;

Double Occupancy

This adds two days to the trip. &nbsp;Voli Voli will get us to the Pearl resort, where you check in a relax after a long trip across the island. &nbsp;The next day is on of the most high adrenaline dives I have ever done. &nbsp;Scary and totally awesome.<a target="_blank" href="https://youtu.be/6W53pI9gVdY">Link to my video of last trip.</a>After the dives, time to relax at the pool and there was some live music at the resort. &nbsp;Decent internet there as well. &nbsp;Second night at hotel.Next day transport to the hotel with a pretty good shopping at the halfway stop to the airport.

Bull Shark Dive w/ 2 night hotel dbl occ

This adds two days to the trip. &nbsp;Voli Voli will get us to the Pearl resort, where you check in a relax after a long trip across the island. &nbsp;The next day is on of the most high adrenaline dives I have ever done. &nbsp;Scary and totally awesome.<a target='_blank' href="https://youtu.be/6W53pI9gVdY">Link to my video of last trip.</a>After the dives, time to relax at the pool and there was some live music at the resort. &nbsp;Decent internet there as well. &nbsp;Second night at hotel.Next day transport to the hotel with a pretty good shopping at the halfway stop to the airport.

Bull Shark Dive w/ 2 night hotel sgl occ

This is the base rate for Standard Room in Vanutu and Ocean View in Voli Voli (and private room for one night in Nadi). &nbsp;If you would like, you can upgrade your room category in the "add on" section. &nbsp;

Single Occupancy

Matt and Sheila stayed in a standard room while at the Espiritu, it was roomy. &nbsp;The Deluxe puts you on the 3rd floor (no elevator) and gets you a balcony overlooking the town. &nbsp;My gut feeling is that you probably don't need this upgrade, but it is available if you want it!

Single Occ Upgrade in Santo, Vanuatu

Highly recommend this upgrade (or better). &nbsp;While the hotel style rooms are quite nice and have 2 queen bed (if you are not a couple - best to NOT upgrade), this upgrade gets you a stand alone bungalow with a private lanai and king bed. &nbsp;Price is small and DEFINITELY worth it.

Dbl Occ Premium Ocean View at Voli Voli

Sgl Occ Premium Ocean View at Voli Voli

These are the new class of rooms a Voli Voli, like the Premium Ocean View but add a private pool! &nbsp;Only 4 for these rooms available and they will go fast.

Dbl Occ Superior Ocean View at Voli Voli

Sgl Occ Superior Ocean View at Voli Voli

Two of &nbsp;you want your own bedroom in an oceanfront villa with a pool? &nbsp;Choose this add on to make that happen. &nbsp;<a target='_blank' href="https://volivoli.com/accommodation/luxury-ocean-view-villa/">&nbsp;Room description.</a>This option has been used in the past to lock down space in the resort for a person (diver or non diver) that "might" decide to come later. &nbsp;Of course, you could do that with a single occupancy booking as well. &nbsp;

Dbl Occ 2 bedroom ocean front w/pool

If you are booking triple occupancy in the 2 bedroom I will assume that you will work it out amongst yourselves who is sleeping where! &nbsp;<a target='_blank' href="https://volivoli.com/accommodation/luxury-ocean-view-villa/">&nbsp;Room description.</a>

Trip Occ 2 bedroom ocean front w/pool

This one is a pretty good deal if you have a friend group that is going on the trip. &nbsp;About the same price as regular room, but you get a private pool and a fun hang out area. &nbsp;Feel free to book this even if you don't have a friend group pre arranged. &nbsp;If it doesn't work out we'll move you to a regular room. &nbsp;

Quad Occ in 2 bedroom ocean front w/pool

For all dives in Fiji (pre pay not offered in Vanuatu).

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