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* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected Cabin PricingPortsTawauTawau Source: www.orionexpeditions.com Pulau Derawan
The Derawan Islands are located in a global biodiversity hotspot, featuring over 2,000 species of reef fishes and 507 reef building corals. There are two inhabited islands, namely Derawan (1 village of 1,259 people) and Maratua (4 villages of 2,704 people) with fishing as the main income generating activity for the community. Country - Borneo Pulau Kakaban & SangalakiKakaban and Sangalaki are both located just off the coast of the Kalimantan portion of the mainland of Borneo. Kakaban has an unusual lake filled with non-stinging jelly fish. As well as snorkelling in the amazing reef system you can also snorkel in the lake and observe the hundreds of unusual jelly fish. Sangalaki has a large number of mantarays off shore. Country - Borneo Pare Pare
Distance to Airport - MakassarMakassar, Sulawesi Source: www.orionexpeditions.com BenoaWhite beaches, elaborately placed rice paddy terraces or the friendly people in whose Balinese culture* faith plays such an important role will enchant you on the "Island of the Gods". Their beliefs find expression in the Barong dance, for example. But colourfully decorated altars and temples can be found in many places. One of the most beautiful is the garden temple Taman Ayun. But the mother of all temples is Besakih. This imposing complex is the principal sacred Hindu building in Indonesia. BaliBali is so picturesque that you could be fooled into thinking it was a painted backdrop: rice paddies trip down hillsides like giant steps, volcanoes soar through the clouds, the forests are lush and tropical, and the beaches are lapped by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.
Country - Indonesia Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from Port to Airport - 14kms Currency - Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) Places of Interest Kuta Beach, Bali Zoo, Komodo National Park Orion II Cabin InfoView Another Cabin: Cruise line infoOrion Expedition CruisesFounded in early 2004, Australian owned and operated, Orion Expedition Cruises has developed voyages to encourage guests to become a part of the region they are discovering.
Orion is a purpose built vessel designed to access the inaccessible, all in 5-star luxury. The ship combines the best and the latest in design with maritime and environmental technology, comfort and casual elegance. From the ice-strengthened hull to the chilled champagne and superb cuisine, this is expedition cruising at its finest. Described as the latest in the quest to build the perfect expedition vessel * , all Orion’s staterooms feature ocean views and offer internet access, flat-screen TV, DVD/CD, a choice of twin and queen sized beds, a sitting area and marble bathrooms. Other on board amenities include a health spa with gymnasium, sauna, sun deck Jacuzzi and a stern marina platform. Orion offers a range of included and optional Shoreside Expeditions designed to enhance the destination exploration for our guests. From Mallard sea plane flights and outback 4WD tours, to snorkeling over pristine coral formations, there are many unique opportunities for guests to visit areas of Australia that even most Australians don’t get to see. As part of our commitment to offering guests an enriching experience, on board speakers have been selected for their knowledge and expertise on the regions they visit. Guests are invited to attend presentations in the 90 seat Lecture Theatre. Our innovative expeditions are year-round and vary with the seasons: - Winter (May to September) in the Kimberley, Top End, East Timor, Arnhem Land and Komodo - Spring (October, November) and Autumn (March, April) in remote and unspoilt parts of the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef, Torres Strait Islands and Papua New Guinea - Summer (December, January and February) in the Tasman Sea, Tasmania and Antarctica. We would be delighted to have you join us on a voyage to some of the most wonderful but rarely seen places on earth. Ship infoOrion IIOriginally launched in late 1990 as Renaissance Four and re-launched in 2009 after extensive technical refurbishment, redecoration and other improvements, the all-suite Orion II offers fine small-ship cruise travel.
Orion II complies with the latest international and U.S. Coast Guard safety regulations and is outfitted with the most current navigation and communications technology as well as retractable fin stabilizers for smooth sailing, an icestrengthened hull for Antarctic voyages and a fleet of Zodiacs to enable easy shore access in remote locations. Orion II carries a crew of 70, providing a ratio of over 1 crew member for 2 guests. Taken together with her limited guest capacity, excellence of design, craftsmanship and material, Orion II's spaciousness and intimate ambience combine to make her ideal for distinctive cultural and expedition voyages. Each ocean view suite has a sitting area or separate living room, twin or queen-size beds, spacious closets, flat screen television and DVD, iPod dock and air conditioning. Decorated with rich fabrics, handsome wood, polished brass, rare antiquities and fine works of art, the ship’s public spaces are warm and inviting.
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