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Carved stone buddha statue in small stupa around top of Borobudor, world largest buddhist temple in Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
Carved stone buddha statue in small stupa around top of Borobudor, world largest buddhist temple in Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
ExpeditionsJewels of the Java Sea: An Exploration Between Bali and Singapore

Jewels of the Java Sea: An Exploration Between Bali and Singapore

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Discover the less-traveled jewels of the Java Sea. Snorkel and dive among vibrant coral gardens; kayak in secluded bays with hundreds of fish teeming below; and engage with local villagers, learning about their daily lives, music, and crafts—all unique and inspired by the amazing colors and beauty that surround them. Cruise through the remnants of Krakatoa and view the volcano’s “children” that have appeared since the 1883 volcanic explosion, one of the world’s largest.

Highlights

Singapore skyline at the Marina during twilight.
  • Experience the innovative melting pot that is Singapore–a spectacular blend of cultures, innovation, and beauty

  • Swim and snorkel the coral reefs off the pristine, uninhabited isles of the Natuna and Anambas archipelagos

  • Be awestruck at the grandeur and sheer size of Borobudur Temple, the largest Buddhist temple in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site

  • Explore the jungles of West Bali Barat National Park and Menjangan Island–be on the lookout for the colorful Javan banded pitta, the Bali myna, and the native barking deer

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duration
12 Days

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From

$11,605

/ per person

Book Now
duration
12 Days

View our brochure for more details

From

$11,605

/ per person

Book Now
duration
12 Days

View our brochure for more details

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Expedition Spotlight - Borobudur Temple

  • Dec 2023

Adorned with more than 500 statues of Buddha, Borobudur Temple is one of the most important spiritual monuments in the world. A UNESCO World Heritage site that overlooks the vast city of Java, this 8th-century architectural feat is an important pilgrimage destination for Buddhists. In this Expedition Spotlight, Expedition Leader Alex Searle follows "the path of enlightenment” as he climbs to the top of this astonishing shrine.

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With the sun setting and casting a spectrum of warm hues across the sky, the ship National Geographic Orion sits anchored in the calm waters of the Java Sea.

National Geographic Orion

Guests

102

Cabins

53

An authentic expedition ship, purpose-built for exploring the South Pacific, Asia, and the Mediterranean

Featuring 53 cabins, the gracious and intimate National Geographic Orion takes travelers to little-known waters and isles in New Zealand, Australia, French Polynesia, the Pacific Islands, Asia, and the Mediterranean to experience each location's natural and cultural wonders up close. With her high ice-class rating, National Geographic Orion is strong enough to explore the polar regions, yet her elevated maneuverability allows for navigation practically anywhere accessible by sea.

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Over 50+ years of exploring, Lindblad Expeditions’ veteran staff and the quality companionship they provide has established the company’s reputation. From expedition leaders to naturalists, most hold advanced degrees and are established authorities in their fields. Some join a few expeditions each year to explore the same sites, some of them spending some time in the field away from rigorous academic work. And others lead expeditions all around the world—with many guests saying, “Where you’re going, we’re going,” and returning time after time to travel with them. Browse our team directory to discover the full cast of expedition staff.

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