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Singapore to Bali - Voyage Across the Java Sea
On this incomparable adventure, discover the eclectic vibrancy of Singapore, the extraordinary biodiversity of Borneo and the cultural mosaic of Indonesia’s spectacular archipelago.
Explore lush rainforests and encounter an amazing array of wildlife, including endangered species. Immerse yourself in cultural heritage with a visit to the UNESCO-inscribed Borobudur Temple, one of the largest Buddhist monuments in the world, and Prambanan Temple, the largest complex of Hindu temples in Indonesia. Enjoy a guided walking safari of Komodo National Park, home to the largest lizard on Earth, the Komodo dragon. Tour villages where you’ll experience local culture, learn about batik, see acclaimed Balinese dancers and root for your favorites in a buffalo race!
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Singapore to Bali - Voyage Across the Java Sea itinerary:
In the morning embark Heritage Adventurer. Join your fellow travelers for the Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner on board tonight.
Wake this morning to breakfast and stunning views as you spend a day cruising. Relax and enjoy some of the ship’s many amenities while sailing east to the Java Sea and Borneo, Indonesia.
Today look out for orangutans and long-nosed proboscis monkeys during an excursion in Tanjung Puting National Park. Aboard a Zodiac boat, float through the tropical rainforest in search of these fascinating primates for a truly thrilling and memorable experience.
Soak up stunning views as you spend a day cruising. Enjoy a lecture and delicious meals while sailing south to Semarang in Java.
Choose an included excursion today. Visit the Borobudur Temple Compounds, one of the greatest Buddhist monuments in the world, built in the eighth and ninth centuries. After an Indonesian buffet lunch, continue on to Prambanan temple. Built in the 10th century, it is the largest Hindu temple in Indonesia, with 240 temples in the complex. As an alternative to that full-day excursion, opt for the guided tour of Semarang to observe the fascinating process of batik making, experience a traditional Indonesian lunch and explore Kota Lama’s Dutch Old Town.
Enjoy a relaxing day at sea as the ship sails east to Badas in Sumbawa.
In Pamalang you’ll be greeted by the head of the village before learning about the fascinating local culture. Observe community members pounding rice and weaving. Each region in Indonesia has unique weaving techniques, patterns and motifs. Next, experience the thrill of an exciting Sumbawa buffalo race. In this exhilarating cultural spectacle, pairs of water buffalo are harnessed together and guided by jockeys who ride on small wooden sleds, using their bare hands and feet to balance.
Take a walking safari in Komodo National Park, celebrated for its stunning landscapes, diverse marine life and its most famous residents, the Komodo dragons. These formidable reptiles are Earth’s largest lizards — up to 10 feet in length and weighing up to 300 pounds — and the top predators in their ecosystem. The park is home to other wildlife, including wild boars, water buffaloes, macaques and diverse bird and marine life populations. Enjoy a Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner this evening.
This morning, disembark and continue with your onward travel plans.
Itineraries are subject to change.
Singapore to Bali - Voyage Across the Java Sea reverse itinerary:
Itineraries are subject to change.
This morning, disembark and continue with your onward travel plans.
Take a walking safari in Komodo National Park, celebrated for its stunning landscapes, diverse marine life and its most famous residents, the Komodo dragons. These formidable reptiles are Earth’s largest lizards — up to 10 feet in length and weighing up to 300 pounds — and the top predators in their ecosystem. The park is home to other wildlife, including wild boars, water buffaloes, macaques and diverse bird and marine life populations. Enjoy a Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner this evening.
In Pamalang you’ll be greeted by the head of the village before learning about the fascinating local culture. Observe community members pounding rice and weaving. Each region in Indonesia has unique weaving techniques, patterns and motifs. Next, experience the thrill of an exciting Sumbawa buffalo race. In this exhilarating cultural spectacle, pairs of water buffalo are harnessed together and guided by jockeys who ride on small wooden sleds, using their bare hands and feet to balance.
Enjoy a relaxing day at sea as the ship sails east to Badas in Sumbawa.
Choose an included excursion today. Visit the Borobudur Temple Compounds, one of the greatest Buddhist monuments in the world, built in the eighth and ninth centuries. After an Indonesian buffet lunch, continue on to Prambanan temple. Built in the 10th century, it is the largest Hindu temple in Indonesia, with 240 temples in the complex. As an alternative to that full-day excursion, opt for the guided tour of Semarang to observe the fascinating process of batik making, experience a traditional Indonesian lunch and explore Kota Lama’s Dutch Old Town.
Soak up stunning views as you spend a day cruising. Enjoy a lecture and delicious meals while sailing south to Semarang in Java.
Today look out for orangutans and long-nosed proboscis monkeys during an excursion in Tanjung Puting National Park. Aboard a Zodiac boat, float through the tropical rainforest in search of these fascinating primates for a truly thrilling and memorable experience.
Wake this morning to breakfast and stunning views as you spend a day cruising. Relax and enjoy some of the ship’s many amenities while sailing east to the Java Sea and Borneo, Indonesia.
In the morning embark Heritage Adventurer. Join your fellow travelers for the Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner on board tonight.
Heritage Adventurer
Vessel Type: Expedition Ship
Length: 124 metres
Passenger Capacity: 140
Built: 1991
Heritage Adventurer, built in 1991 at Finland's Rauma shipyard, is a pioneering expedition vessel purpose-designed for Polar exploration. Renowned as the "Grande Dame of Expedition Cruising," she holds the highest passenger ship ice-class rating (1A Super) and has set records for both northern and southern Arctic and Antarctic navigations, including traversing the Northwest and Northeast Passages. Originally accommodating 184 guests, she now carries 140 expeditioners for more spacious and comfortable voyages, supported by a fleet of 14 Zodiacs for immersive expedition experiences.
Measuring 124 m in length with an 18 m beam and 4.97 m draft, Heritage Adventurer has a gross tonnage of 8,378 gt and is powered by twin 3,940 hp engines, reaching a maximum speed of 15 knots and cruising at 12 knots over a range of 8,600 nautical miles. As Heritage Expeditions’ flagship, she continues to deliver personalised, authentic expedition travel with a focus on comfort, style, and unparalleled access to remote polar regions.
Read About Our Experience on Board Heritage Adventurer
• Visit 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Borobudur Temple Compounds & Prambanan Temple Compounds, Indonesia; Komodo National Park, Komodo, Indonesia; UNESCO Biosphere Reserve: Tanjung Puting National Park, Borneo, Indonesia.