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Aqua Blu December 23-30 2028 AQB-122328-7 Cruise & Offers

Sorong to Sorong

Voyage AQB-122328-7 | 8 days DatesDecember 23-30 2028 Duration7 nights ShipAqua Blu

Review South Raja Ampat Expedition, voyage AQB-122328-7, with its complete official schedule, accommodation guidance, and current offer assistance.

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Published itinerary route sequence for South Raja Ampat Expedition aboard Aqua Blu, Voyage AQB-122328-7
Published itinerary routeSouth Raja Ampat Expedition · Voyage AQB-122328-7Sorong to Sorong · Schematic route sequence; not for navigation.

December 23, 2028 to December 30, 2028 · Voyage AQB-122328-7

Destinations & expedition experiences

This published program may be adapted by the captain and expedition team for weather, sea, ice, wildlife, permit or safety conditions. Panels preserve PONANT's planned destinations or regions without turning them into guaranteed landings.

Days 1 & 8
December 23, 2028 & December 30, 2028SorongIndonesia

Destination overview

We dock in Sorong as the ship replenishes itself for the next leg of the journey. Spend the day partaking in R&R on board Aqua Blu. Enjoy an outdoor gym session, relax in the jacuzzi, or book yourself a spa session. In the afternoon, welcome aboard the new guests who will be joining us for the rest of the expedition.

  • Day 1 · December 23, 2028Embarkation: Morning
  • Day 8 · December 30, 2028Disembarkation: Morning

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 2
December 24, 2028One Thousand Temples & YilletIndonesia

Destination overview

Wake up to the magnificent Thousand Temples karst island and lagoon complex. In the morning, we explore mysterious jellyfish lakes and karst island seascapes, witnessing ancient rock art before touring the magnificent caverns of Tomolol Cave. The setting adds local character and a distinctive sense of place to the published itinerary.

  • Day 2 · December 24, 2028No port clock time published

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 3
December 25, 2028DaramIndonesia

Destination overview

Explore the colorful coral reefs of Daram, renowned for its multiple dive and snorkel sites. Featuring Andiamo, Candy Store, and Andys Ultimate, there’s a site fit for anyone – no matter their experience level. Take a leisurely walk through Daram’s uninhabited beaches and catch sight of endangered green and hawksbill turtles.

  • Day 3 · December 25, 2028No port clock time published

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 4
December 26, 2028SabudaIndonesia

Destination overview

Witness the sparkling coral reefs and beaches of the verdant Sabuda island as the sun rises. Jump in for a refreshing morning swim and discover the reef’s abundant marine life. At The Dome dive and snorkel site, expect to see large schools of tropical fish and even the occasional manta ray.

  • Day 4 · December 26, 2028No port clock time published

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 5
December 27, 2028Neptune’s Passage & Fibiacet Island​Indonesia

Destination overview

PONANT publishes Neptune’s Passage & Fibiacet Island​ as a sailing, scenic or transit segment within Raja, rather than as a conventional port call. The dates and any displayed timing reproduce only the verified schedule. Views and wildlife encounters vary with the route, daylight, weather and operating conditions.

  • Day 5 · December 27, 2028No port clock time published

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 6
December 28, 2028Kapatcol & Blue Water MangrovesIndonesia

Destination overview

Head out early in the morning to the lush forests of Kapatcol, home to the Lesser and King birds of paradise. After the morning’s bird-watching excursion, plunge into the surrounding lapis lazuli waters for a refreshing dive or snorkel. The setting adds local character and a distinctive sense of place to the published itinerary.

  • Day 6 · December 28, 2028No port clock time published

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Day 7
December 29, 2028Boo & Kofiu IslandsIndonesia

Destination overview

The penultimate day begins with a kayak exploration of Boo Island’s shimmering lagoons and waterways. In the afternoon, we head off to Kofiau Island, which boasts some of the highest diversity of marine life recorded worldwide. Test your sense of adventure once more as you explore the underwater world of Raja Ampat one last time this expedition.

  • Day 7 · December 29, 2028No port clock time published

Verified shore experiences

No destination-specific shore experience is published for this exact voyage and call in the verified source data. Deluxe Cruises can confirm current options before reservation.

Planning note: Times appear only when published for this sailing. Blank times remain unpublished; a source-system midnight placeholder is never treated as a genuine call time.

A closer look at this sailing

Sorong to Sorong aboard Aqua Blu

On December 23-30 2028, Aqua Blu sails 7 nights from Sorong to Sorong. South Raja Ampat Expedition brings together One Thousand Temples & Yillet, Daram, Sabuda, Neptune’s Passage & Fibiacet Island​, creating a specific progression of ports for travelers comparing destination variety and voyage pace.

Aqua Expeditions publishes the departure dates and complete ordered daily program, with broad embarkation and disembarkation timing but no port clock times. The source lists 8 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.

Personalized cruise planning with Aqua Expeditions

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Eligible group pricing and special offers

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Aqua Blu | Voyage AQB-122328-7 | December 23-30, 2028 | 7 nights Sorong to Sorong
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Luxury cruise planning summary

Aqua Blu December 23-30 2028: is Voyage AQB-122328-7 right for you?

This 8-day voyage aboard Aqua Blu sails Sorong to Sorong, with calls including One Thousand Temples & Yillet, Daram, Sabuda, and Neptune’s Passage & Fibiacet Island​. Voyage AQB-122328-7 matches the latest verified voyage-search dataset used by this website. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure.

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Travelers considering a 8-day Sorong to Sorong aboard Aqua Blu, including One Thousand Temples & Yillet, Daram, Sabuda, and Neptune’s Passage & Fibiacet Island​.
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Questions travelers ask

Why book Aqua Blu Voyage AQB-122328-7 with Deluxe Cruises?

Deluxe Cruises provides personal planning for Voyage AQB-122328-7, including accommodation and deck-location comparisons, current availability and preferred-rate guidance, and help documenting family, medical, dietary, or accessibility requests before departure.

What should travelers compare for Voyage AQB-122328-7?

For the December 23-30 2028 Sorong to Sorong, compare the published schedule, accommodation category and location, included services, current availability, and any special requirements before you reserve.

How do I request a personalized luxury cruise quote?

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What is included and not included on Aqua Blu Voyage AQB-122328-7?

For the December 23-30, 2028 Sorong to Sorong sailing aboard Aqua Blu: PONANT, its small sailing products and the Aqua Expeditions partner vessels have materially different fare inclusions. The current verified record does not establish one complete inclusion and exclusion schedule for this vessel, so dining, beverages, equipment, laundry and personal services must follow the exact ship, voyage and booking confirmation. The exact fare and booking confirmation control.

What bed is provided for a child or third guest on Aqua Blu Voyage AQB-122328-7?

For the December 23-30, 2028 Sorong to Sorong sailing aboard Aqua Blu: Primary-bed and occupancy arrangements differ between PONANT ships, small yachts and Aqua Expeditions vessels. The current verified record does not name a child or third-guest sleeping surface for this vessel, so no extra bed is assumed without the exact category record. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact room and occupancy before booking.

Are shore excursions included on Aqua Blu Voyage AQB-122328-7, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the December 23-30, 2028 Sorong to Sorong sailing aboard Aqua Blu: Activity availability depends on the vessel, voyage, destination and operating conditions. The current verified record does not establish that every named excursion or expedition activity is fare-included, so the exact program and booking confirmation control. If a preferred shore experience is not included, Deluxe Cruises can compare independent alternatives and check whether a lower price or better value is available than booking through the cruise line. Availability and savings vary and are confirmed before purchase.

How does Internet and Wi-Fi work aboard Aqua Blu for Voyage AQB-122328-7?

For the December 23-30, 2028 Sorong to Sorong sailing aboard Aqua Blu: Unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi is published for this Aqua Expeditions vessel, subject to satellite or regional coverage and operating conditions. Device limits and uninterrupted performance are not guaranteed. The exact booking confirmation controls.

What are Aqua Blu's verified headline statistics?
30Guests
30Crew
15Cabins
5Decks
60 mLength
What clothes should I bring for this December itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this December itinerary

  • Pack versatile layers suited to the route and season, including a light sweater and compact wind- and water-resistant outer layer.
  • Bring comfortable, supportive, non-slip walking shoes for piers, steps, cobbled streets, and longer touring days.
  • Add sun protection, a compact umbrella, and clothing that covers shoulders and knees where local religious or cultural sites require modest dress.

PONANT EXPLORATIONS dress guidance

  • Life aboard Aqua Blu is casual. Aqua publishes a no-shoes policy onboard and invites casual dress for dining-room meals.
  • Aqua asks guests to dress in a way that respects local culture and traditions when visiting Indonesian island communities.

Packing suggestions are Deluxe Cruises editorial guidance; the cruise line's final documents and the weather forecast control the last check.

What services and amenities are available aboard Aqua Blu?
  • Aqua Blu publishes a dining room and salon, Sky Lounge Bar, library and television room, indoor spa, outdoor Jacuzzi, sun deck, and indoor and outdoor social areas.
  • Unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi is published for Aqua Blu, while remote-location performance can still vary.

Venues, hours, inclusions, equipment, and operating conditions can vary by ship and sailing. Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the details for this departure.

What fitness, sports, or wellness facilities does Aqua Blu have?
  • Aqua Blu publishes an outdoor workout zone together with expedition activities such as snorkeling, diving, kayaking, paddleboarding, and guided hikes.
  • Activity operation, equipment, ability requirements, and sea or weather conditions are confirmed for the exact itinerary.

Class schedules, age rules, treatment access, expedition activity eligibility, and equipment availability are confirmed for the exact ship and voyage.

What accommodation features and services can Aqua Blu guests expect?
  • Aqua Blu has 15 individually designed cabins across three categories, with individually controlled air conditioning, ensuite rain showers, organic bath products, an electronic safe, and king or twin bedding according to category.
  • Aqua publishes configurable adjacent or connecting arrangements for selected cabins; confirm the precise doorway and bedding arrangement before reserving.

Review the exact room or suite number, category, deck position, layout, and benefits for Voyage AQB-122328-7 before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Aqua Blu?
  • Aqua recommends a minimum age of five for scheduled Aqua Blu departures. A guest under 18 must share with a guest age 18 or older, except that eligible connected-cabin arrangements may place minors in the adjoining cabin.
  • A recommended age is not a promise that every excursion or activity is suitable for a child; verify the exact program and equipment before booking.
  • Aqua's current public booking terms and Indonesia guidance reviewed on August 30, 2026 do not state a pregnancy cutoff. Obtain written voyage-specific clearance requirements before booking.

For Voyage AQB-122328-7: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Aqua Blu handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • Aqua's public booking terms require travelers to be fit for the voyage and activities, but the reviewed Aqua Blu sources do not publish accessible-cabin inventory or mobility-device limits. Obtain written ship-, landing-, and excursion-specific confirmation before booking.
  • Aqua requires relevant medical history to be declared before off-vessel activities such as snorkeling, swimming, diving, or walking, and may refuse carriage when a traveler is medically or physically unfit.
  • Aqua states that its vessels carry a paramedic for emergencies and recommends international medical insurance.

Important: access varies by accommodation, gangway, pier, tender, shore transport, and operating conditions. Document needs when requesting the booking and reconfirm them before travel.

What is the smoking policy aboard Aqua Blu?
  • The current public Aqua sources reviewed for Aqua Blu do not establish a ship-specific smoking or vaping rule. Obtain the current written rule before reserving instead of applying PONANT main-fleet policy.

Designated locations and onboard rules can change. Follow the policy, posted signs, and crew instructions in force for the voyage.

How can I find the best cruise airfare for Aqua Blu Voyage AQB-122328-7?

For round-trip flights to and from Sorong around Voyage AQB-122328-7, compare schedules, fare rules, baggage allowances, connection times, and change options—not airfare alone. Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Airfare page to explore flight options designed around your cruise and potential ways to save money. Airfares and savings vary, and Deluxe Cruises will help confirm suitable travel dates and connection time before booking.

Where can I review cruise travel insurance information?

Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Travel Insurance page to prepare for a quote and compare optional protection with Travel Insured.

You can also search the Deluxe Cruises Cruise-Line Travel Insurance Directory for cruise-line-specific plan companies, insurer or administrator contacts, available policy-document links, and published pre-existing-condition purchase guidance. Plan terms and availability can change; the policy or certificate issued for your state controls.

How do I create a My PONANT account and connect Aqua Blu Voyage AQB-122328-7 after booking with Deluxe Cruises?

Before you begin: After Deluxe Cruises confirms Aqua Blu Voyage AQB-122328-7, use the guest identity and email recorded by PONANT. The current account can identify an agency booking but does not publish a manual booking-number linking field, so do not substitute a Deluxe Cruises invoice, receipt, or payment reference.

  1. Step 1 — Open My PONANT: Choose Account from PONANT's official website. Sign in with an existing email and password, or select Create account.
  2. Step 2 — Create the account: Enter title, first name, last name, date of birth, and email; complete the security challenge and submit. Marketing consent is optional.
  3. Step 3 — Confirm and sign in: Follow the email instructions to choose a password or activate access, then sign in. Use Forgot Password with the registered email if needed.
  4. Step 4 — Check My bookings: Open My bookings and look for Aqua Blu Voyage AQB-122328-7. PONANT does not currently publish a self-service sequence for manually attaching an advisor booking.
  5. Step 5 — Review released information: Use the account for upcoming and past voyages, passenger information, documents, booking or payment status, personal preferences, wishlist, and loyalty benefits currently available.

If Aqua Blu Voyage AQB-122328-7 does not appear, recheck that the account name, date of birth, and email match PONANT's reservation. Do not create duplicate accounts; contact Deluxe Cruises so your advisor can verify the agency booking with PONANT.

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