Sailing Pahawang
Hey, Explorers!
Happy month of August!
This time, let me share about a destination our group has been before – many years back. So long that I couldn’t recall which year it was. Haha…
All these years, when we think of having a LOB leisure trip in Indonesia, the destination that always comes out first has always been Komodo Islands. Or to further east of Indonesia, it will be Raja Ampat Islands. Although both destinations are great, let me bring you to the other side of Indonesia. To the west, we go! To be exact, it is in Pahawang Islands.
At the south tip of Sumatra Island, with the nearest airport at Bandar Lampung. The port of Ketapang is the gate to the islands. Getting live-on-board (LOB) experience in Pahawang is less well-known than the other two destinations mentioned earlier.
When I was there two years ago, I had a chance to onboard the only phinisi ship in Pahawang for a day trip. The ship was born during the pandemic. The scenery differs from what we see in Komodo Islands or Raja Ampat. The topography is different; we can see Mount Krakatoa from a closer distance.
Relaxing, snorkeling, dolphin watching in the morning from the ship, having dinner at the beach with the most guaranteed taste meals prepared by an experienced chef; what else could we ask for more?
This year, I will organize one LOB trip to Pahawang. It will be a relaxing four days and three nights trip – with one night in Jakarta and two nights on the phinisi ship in early October. Limited to 10 pax only!
Besides that, our 8D7N Ambon and Banda Islands trip is already confirmed and is closing soon by this month, if not earlier. Limited transportation is available between Ambon and Banda Islands; hence, we must make arrangements asap. If you are keen, please sign up as soon as possible. We are a group of 5 as of now – snorkelers and divers.
Unless I stated otherwise, I keep the group small to no more than 12 pax. If you have any questions, please reply to this email or reach me on Whatsapp!
That’s all for now. I hope to see you guys soon! In the meantime, take care! :)
