Jewels of Raja Ampat & Papua New Guinea — 18 Days | GVOYA Cruise Platform
Asia
Jewels of Raja Ampat & Papua New Guinea
Discover the wild, unspoiled beauty of Indonesia, West Papua, and Papua New Guinea, with hidden islands, vibrant coral reefs, and turquoise waters. Visit remote villages, encounter unique wildlife, and experience the rich traditions of local communities in some of the world’s most pristine and captivating landscapes.
Discover the wild, unspoiled beauty of Indonesia, West Papua, and Papua New Guinea, with hidden islands, vibrant coral reefs, and turquoise waters. Visit remote villages, encounter unique wildlife, and experience the rich traditions of local communities in some of the world’s most pristine and captivating landscapes.
All Scenic itineraries, sightseeing and dining options remain subject to weather, water levels, local conditions and operational requirements. Itineraries may be amended for guest safety; alternate experiences of equivalent value will be substituted whenever possible. Pre and post-cruise hotel nights, charter flights and transfers (where included) are based on minimum group sizes and may be operated jointly with other Scenic guests.
A Scenic Discovery Yacht experience for only up to 228 guests
Gain deep insights from the Discovery Team of up to 10 experts
Scenic Discovery excursions by Zodiac, kayak, stand-up paddleboard and guided hikes~
Engaging on board lecture and education program
Exclusive Scenic Freechoice experiences
Spacious all-verandah suites with personalised butler service for every guest and luxury amenities
Nth Degree service with a close to 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio
Up to 10 culinary experiences, from casual to fine dining
Eight bars and lounges
The finest selection of included beverages+, all day, every day, with a choice of over 100 whiskeys at the Scenic Lounge Bar and in-suite mini-bar
Wellness facilities at the 550sqm/5,920 sq ft Senses Spa#, gym, yoga and Pilates studio and Vitality pools
Daily entertainment in the state-of-the-art theatre and Scenic Lounge
Open Bridge policy to meet and gain insights from the Captain and navigational crew
Swarovski telescopes in the main lounge and personal binoculars in every suite
Included return airport transfers upon arrival and departure at your destination
All tipping on board and onshore, complimentary Wi-Fi and a refillable water bottle to take home
International airfare to and from the embarkation port (unless otherwise stated)
Pre- and post-cruise hotel stays not specified in the package
Travel insurance and visa fees
Personal expenses including laundry, gift shop purchases, salon services and additional spa treatments
Premium dining experiences requiring a supplement (where applicable)
Gratuities for non-Scenic ground operators outside the itinerary inclusions
Ship
Scenic Eclipse II
Scenic
Scenic Eclipse II is the 2023-built sister to Scenic Eclipse — same Discovery Yacht platform with refined interiors, two new restaurants (Night Market @ Koko's, Chef's Table @ Elements) and an expanded spa. Identical 228-guest capacity, helicopter and submarine operations, Polar Class 6 hull and 20-person Discovery Team.
The Next-Generation Discovery Yacht
• 2023 build · 228 guests · 172 crew
• Two helicopters + custom submersible (PC6 hull)
• 10 dining experiences across the ship
• Expanded Senses Spa with halotherapy lounge
• Bow Lounge & expanded Sun Deck
• Sister-ship 360° rotation: open bridge, paddleboards, kayaks
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Booking & Cancellation Policies
Children Policy
River cruises set a minimum boarding age of 12; guests under 12 require individual case review. Strict age limits apply to Scenic Eclipse polar & expedition voyages. Child fares shall be calculated separately based on official sailing tariff. All port charges, taxes, single supplements and land arrangements are charged at full standard rates.All guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Third Person Policy
Selected suite categories accommodate a third guest (sofa-bed configuration in Owner's Penthouse on Eclipse). Third guest fare is typically 50% of the per-person twin-share rate. Subject to availability.The maximum number of occupants per suite shall not exceed the official rated capacity.
Child discount: 50%
Single Supplement
All published cruise fares are calculated on twin-share per guest basis. Single occupancy of any suite requires payment of the applicable single supplement rate set by each route and suite category. FOC complimentary suites are calculated on twin-share basis; single use of FOC suites shall pay full single supplement.
Cancellation Policy
150+ days before departure: 3000 USD penalty
121–149 days before departure: 50% penalty
0–120 days before departure: 100% penalty
Loss of Booking Deposit of USD 1,000 and remaining Booking Deposit granted as FutureTravel Credit.
Name change fee: $250 USD
Gratuities
All gratuities for the ship's crew, expedition team and shore-side guides are included in your fare. Additional tipping is entirely at your discretion and never expected. Spa, salon and other personal services are not all-inclusive — discretionary tipping applies if desired.
Insurance Requirements
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for all voyages. Mandatory for Scenic Eclipse polar / expedition voyages — must include trip cancellation, medical evacuation (USD 100,000 minimum), repatriation and pre-existing condition coverage. Proof of insurance required prior to embarkation.
Your booking is made with Gvoya — the terms shown above are the Gvoya platform terms applied to this voyage. Full details: Booking Terms·Cancellation Policy
