Wakatobi
June 23-June 30, 2023
All flight, accommodations and tours below are subject to availability and pricing may change.
June 22:
Depart for Bali
Singapore Airlines 938
Cabin: Economy
Departing Singapore (SIN) at 9:15am
Arriving Denpasar (DPS) 11:55am
We arrange airport assistance for all guests of Wakatobi. Once you have completed the PeduliLindungi and immigration formalities you will find our staff waiting for you at baggage nearby the conveyor belt for your flight. Our team will help you collect your luggage, reconfirm the flight details for your departure to Wakatobi, and assist you with connection to your hotel driver (if you have one have arranged) or help you book a taxi from a reputable firm at the airport.
Bali, indonesia
June 22-23, 2023
Following are some hotels you might consider for your Bali overnight or longer stay.
Belmond Jimbaran Puri (Jimbaran / 30 minutes from airport) $$$ (https://www.belmond.com/hotels/asia/bali/belmond-jimbaran-puri/)
The Anvaya Beach Resort Bali (Kuta / 20 minutes from airport) $$ (https://www.theanvayabali.com/)
Novotel Bali Airport (In the Bali airport) $ (https://www.accorhotels.com/gb/hotel-9105-novotel-bali-ngurah-rai-airport-/index.shtml) Novotel features a direct access hallway from the hotel to the International departure hall and convenient access to the domestic terrminal. Ask at reception.
Bali tours and more
If you are interested in spending extra time in Bali before or after your visit to Wakatobi, our concierge team can make arrangements for day tours or transfers with our own Wakatobi tour guide. Please email us at bali@wakatobi.com.
For more advanced itineraries we recommend you contact KelanaDMC (https://www.kelanadmc.com). Email KelanaDMC at info@kelanadmc.com.
June 23:
Depart for Wakatobi
On the morning of the charter flight, we expect guests to arrive at the domestic departure terminal of the Bali airport at 6:45am. Guests need to meet with our staff (holding Wakatobi sign boards) outside the terminal building. Our staff will give you an entry pass that will get you through the security barrier.
On the other side of the barrier, you will meet with more Wakatobi staff. There is no need for tickets / confirmation documents on our charter as we personally assist all guests through check-in. We will take your luggage and escort you to the VIP lounge to wait for our flight.
After your flight lands, our team will help you collect your luggage, reconfirm the flight details for your departure to Wakatobi, and assist you with connection to your hotel driver (if you have one have arranged) or help you book a taxi from a reputable firm at the airport.
Enjoy the rest of your day as you prepare for your journey to Wakatobi.
wakatobi, indonesia
June 23-30, 2023
Wakatobi Resort
June 22-23
One Bedroom Garden Villa w/breakfast
Wakatobi is a dive resort in southeastern Sulawesi, Indonesia. In a tranquil island setting far from crowds and cities, with no other divers for at least 100 miles, Wakatobi seamlessly blends five-star amenities and civilized comforts with a pristine natural environment; a pairing that has secured its reputation as one of the world’s finest diving and snorkeling destinations.
Planning your days
Many guests inquire in advance about times for meals, diving/snorkeling and fitting in other activities. To give you an idea following is a basic Resort schedule.
Resort schedule
Breakfast from 6:30 to 9:00am
First dive - boats depart at 7:00 am with the first dive at, or around 7:30am
Second dive at or around 9:30am - 10:00am
Lunch from 12:30pm to 2:30pm
Third dive at 2:15pm, or at sunset when a night dive is offered instead
Dinner from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Note: When dive #1 and #2 are nearby the Resort, the boat will return to the Resort for a short break during the surface interval. Should both dive #1 and #2 take place further away from the Resort, the boat will not return to the Resort till lunch time.
Spa services and additional activities
The Spa is open every day from 9am to 9pm. The latest Spa booking is at 8pm. Spa treatments can be booked at the resort. Please make arrangements with reception in the Longhouse. Once you arrive, you will receive a schedule with detailed information about our Behind the Scenes tour, village tours at Lamanggau, towel art, Indonesian cooking demonstrations and other activities. To reserve watersports equipment such as stand up paddleboards or kayaks, please inquire with the Dive Center in the Longhouse.
June 30:
Return to Bali
Today you will fly from Wakatobi to Bali (chartered flight already arranged) and then transfer to your international flight home.
Singapore Airlines 945
Cabin: Business
Departing Denpasar (DPS) at 8:00pm (June 30)
Arriving Singapore (SIN) at 10:40pm
(55min layover)
Connecting with Singapore Airlines 22
Cabin: Business
Departing Singapore (SIN) at 11:35pm
Arriving Newark (EWR) at 6:00am +1 day (Arrives on July 1)
(4hr 39min layover)
United 3586
Cabin: Economy
Departing Newark (EWR) at 8:45am
Arriving Columbus (CMH) at 10:39am on July 1
REGISTRATION FORM
PLEASE TYPE CAREFULLY! INACCURATE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN TRAVEL DELAYS AND/OR CHANGE FEES.
(PLEASE SUBMIT ONE REGISTRATION FORM PER HOUSEHOLD -MAX 2 PEOPLE PER REGISTRATION FORM)
F.A.Q.
Indonesian Visa
Entry into Indonesia is possible for the nationals from the following countries* by purchasing a 30 day “Visa-on-Arrival” at the time you land in Indonesia. Visa-on-Arrival is IDR 500,000 per person and can be paid in Rupiah or any major currency as well as Visa or MasterCard. For convenience, cash is also accepted. Immediately after your arrival into Indonesia, you will be free to travel throughout the country. ASEAN passport holders are also able to enter through the Visa-Waiver programme.
The requirements for these visas are:
a) a passport with at least 6 months validity from the day you arrive in Indonesia,
b) at least one totally empty blank page in your passport.
* Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, China, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, East Timor, Egypt, Ecuador, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Liechtenstein, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Laos, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Morocco, Myanmar, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Peru, Palestine, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Seychelles, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Suriname, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkey, UAE, UK, Ukraine, USA, Uzbekistan, Vatican, Vietnam
For additional info on Indonesian Visa requirements check our website at https://www. wakatobi.com/faq/#visa.
In advance of travelling
About three weeks prior to your visit, we will be in touch with a request to complete a form on our website (https://www.wakatobi.com/crm/essential-information/). This form provides us with the information we need to know to prepare fully for your arrival.
If you already have all your travel details, then you are welcome to complete this form now.
Climate and water conditions at Wakatobi
Air temperature is in general around 30 °C (86F) during the day and nicely cooler in the evening. Water temperature is a fairly cool 26-28 °C (79-82°F).
For divers who tend to get chilled easily we suggest a full body 5mm dive suit, especially for those making several dives in a day. This may seem excessive, but keep in mind that most of our guests do a full four dives a day all around 70 minutes long. You’ll get cooled off quite a bit!
For snorkelers we suggest a 3mm wetsuit for cold and sun protection or just a lycra skin for sun protection.
What to pack
When travelling to Wakatobi it is not necessary to travel with shower gel, shampoo & conditioner as we provide these in every room at the resort and all cabins on Pelagian. We also provide towels, hair dryers, extension cables, power plug adaptors and power converters should you be a photographer or videographer and need these.
At Wakatobi we speak in terms of barefoot luxury; relaxed and casual clothes are the order of the day. Dress is usually informal in Indonesia due to the warm, humid climate and lightweight fabrics are recommended. Hats and light long sleeve shirts (for sun protection), light windbreakers, wraps, or even a sweatshirt should also be considered as it does cool down at night. Many of our guests do enjoy to dress up a little for dinner.
Casual shoes, sneakers or sandals are all you will require at the resort. Our walking paths are packed sand and guests are asked to remove their shoes in common area buildings such as the restaurant and longhouse. On Pelagian we ask guests not to wear shoes inside the yacht. Therefore, it is not necessary to bring more than one or two pairs with you to Wakatobi.
If you have any luggage that you will not need during you stay at Wakatobi, for example winter clothes, souvenirs bought in Bali, shoes etc - then we will happily store these in Bali and return these to you when you return to Bali. We do have laundry services available.
Guests who are able to trim on luggage and travel with less than 44lbs (20Kg) per passenger onboard our charter flight will earn a USD 100 eco traveler resort credit that can be used towards equipment rental, bar expenses, boutique, Spa treatments etc. More info on https://www.wakatobi.com/faq/#luggage.
Pelagian’s routine
Pelagian picks up guests at the resort. You will be treated to lunch at the resort restaurant and then later board the yacht. This is a sample of your Pelagian daily eat, sleep and dive itinerary.
Pelagian schedule
Light breakfast 6-6:30am
First dive departs at 6:45am
Hot breakfast served at 8:30am
Second dive departs at 10:15am
Lunch is served around 12:30pm
Third dive departs at 2:15pm
Freshly prepared snacks are served at 3:45pm
Fourth dive departs 5:40pm (except at Pasar Wajo for mandarinfish experience before sunset)
Dinner around 7-7:30pm
Note: Night dives are conducted starting after sunset with dinner served after you have returned and freshened up. Inquire with your cruise director once you are aboard.
Tipping
Tipping is entirely up to our guests’ discretion, and is by no means obligatory.
For some nationalities, it is a cultural norm to tip (and not to do so feels uncomfortable). For other nationalities, the whole idea of tipping is uncomfortable. As we aim to make every guest comfortable, you can choose to tip, or not to tip, depending on what makes you feel good.
Of course, when given, tips are gratefully received by staff. The only regulation we have is that there is no personal tipping. All tips received are pooled and divided equitably.
WHAT TIME IS THE CHECK IN TO THE HOTEL?
For the Wakatobi Resorti, the check in is officially at 3pm. Your room may be ready before that time, but there is no guarantee. If your room is not ready, you may leave your things with the front desk and they will securely hold them for you while you enjoy the resorts’ amenities.
DO I HAVE TO WEAR MY MASK THE WHOLE TIME?
At this time, No.
When you are on your own, please follow all local laws.
IS BREAKFAST INCLUDED?
Yes, breakfast is included in both your Wakatobi accommodations
Do I need a passport or visa to visit Indonesia?
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after your entry into Indonesia. Please ensure that you also have an onward or return ticket with you. You will also need to ensure that you have AT LEAST TWO full Visa pages in your passport for the visa sticker that you will need to purchase upon arrival (see visa requirements below).
You will need a tourist visa to enter Indonesia, which can be issued on arrival at Manado Airport to citizens of most nationalities.
Foreigners with Visa Exemption facilities will be granted Visit Stay Permit for 30 (thirty) days
This visa is not extendable and can not be converted into another type of stay permit.
If you opt to pay for Visa on arrival ($35 US), you will receive a 30 day visa which you may extend within Indonesia for a further 30 days.
CAN I PAY BY ZELLE?
No. The dive shop does not accept Zelle. You can make your payment by credit card which includes a 3% processing fee.
CAN I PAY BY CHECK?
Yes!
If you would like to avoid the 3% processing fee, you may pay by check. You can drop this off at the front desk of the dive shop or by mailing this directly to the dive shop.
Pricing Details
*All pricing & availability is subject to change until completed through the booking process. If your vacation package includes airfare, baggage fees may be an additional cost. For international travel, a passport book is required. Most locations require at least 6 months before expiration on your passport, as well as 2 blank visa pages. Please make sure to have the correct and updated documents if applicable. If you have a criminal background, you are responsible for knowing the travel restrictions pertaining to the offense.
Payments can be made by a credit card which includes a 3% processing fee or by check dropped off to the front desk of the dive shop or mailed directly to the shop.
Business class Package price:
$11,525/pp (double occupancy)
$13,394 (single occupancy)
Premium Economy Package price:
Note: Premium Economy is only on the long-haul flights (JFK-SIN and DPS-EWR), all other flights will be in economy class.
$6,619/pp (double occupancy)
$8,681 (single occupancy)
Economy Package price:
Economy seating is sold out on the Singapore Air flights for these dates.
Please contact us if you prefer another airline or a different travel date
(perhaps you’d like more time in Singapore or in Bali? We have some great suggestions!)
INCLUDED IN THE QUOTE
International flights (as listed above)
Ground Transportation
Round trip airport transportation
Singapore
Bali
Hotel accommodations
Marina Bay Sands
Deluxe Room - Garden View
w/breakfast
Four Seasons Resort Bali At Jimbaran Bay
One Bedroom Garden Villa
w/breakfast
Tours/Tickets
Private Food Tour of Singapore
Gardens by the Bay + OCBC Skyway
NOT INCLUDED
Incidental charges
Services NOT mentioned in package and those referred to as “Added Cost”
3% processing fee per payment (if paying w/credit card)
Local taxis (that are not listed in the itinerary)
All meals/beverages (unless specifically listed as “included” in the itinerary)
Tips
Local guides and drivers (recommended at least $10/pp/day)
Optional Travel Insurance *DUE AT TIME OF BOOKING- PLEASE REVIEW THE DETAILS OF EACH PLAN THOROUGHLY
Edge Policy (Basic coverage)
starting at $1,624.00
Worldwide Trip Protector (Premium coverage)
starting at $2,496.00
Other insurance options are available, if you have questions or want more coverage options, please let us know at time of booking.
REGISTRATION
A completed registration form (one per household -max 2 people per registration form)
If you have more than 2 people from the same household going on this trip, please fill out multiple forms, as the maximum per form is 2 people.
FINAL PAYMENT
Payments not received on time will result in reservation cancellation without refund.
Additional bookings after the final payment deadline may result in higher prices, less availability and additional administrative fees.
Fee amounts imposed are at the discretion of Zone Travel.
CANCELLATION
Cancellation in writing must be received by Zone Travel.
We sell a variety of travel related products from different suppliers and service providers ("Suppliers"). Each Supplier has its own terms and condition that are applicable to your particular arrangements in addition to our general terms and conditions, and you should make sure you understand them.
Zone Travel is acting as intermediary or a "Booking Agent" for products and services that are not directly supplied by us (e.g., air carriage and ground transportation, hotel accommodations, meals, tours, cruises, etc.). We are not a co-vendor of such products and services. You will be entering into a separate contract with such Suppliers in connection with such products and services.
By making payments to Zone Travel for this trip you are agreeing to all Terms and Conditions listed on the Zone Travel website.
Vendor Cancel policy: Each vendor has their own policies, which we have to apply. This information may vary and is listed in full detail on the contract signed for each vendor.
WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND TRAVEL INSURANCE
Travel Insurance
TRAVEL INSURANCE - AVAILABLE FOR ALL USA CITIZENS - DUE WITH INITIAL PAYMENT
Zone Travel LLC strongly suggests purchasing Trip Cancellation insurance. Be sure to check with your healthcare provider as most U.S. medical coverage will not cover you outside of the country.
Insurance costs are based on the total package cost, including air taxes and charges listed under "Included."
Approximate amounts can be given at time of reservation in order to purchase the appropriate amount of insurance.
EDGE PLAN:
(BASIC PROTECTION)
Extensive coverage for everyone; designed with families in mind.
Pre-existing Medical Conditions coverage if purchased within 14 days of deposit (other eligibility conditions must also be met)
Wide range of reasons for trip cancellation or interruption
Trip Delay and Missed Tour or Cruise Connection coverage
Baggage Protection and Travel Accident Protection
Medical and Evacuation coverage
WORLDWIDE TRIP PROTECTOR:
(PREMIUM PROTECTION)
Extensive coverage for everyone; designed with families in mind.
Pre-existing Medical Conditions coverage if purchased within 21 days of deposit (other eligibility conditions must also be met)
Wide range of reasons for trip cancellation or interruption
Trip Delay and Missed Tour or Cruise Connection coverage
Baggage Protection and Travel Accident Protection
Medical and Evacuation coverage