Please note that the itinerary below is based on 2025 flight schedules, which are provided as a guide only. Final flight times and routing will be subject to airline schedules closer to the departure date.

ITINERARY:

Sat 30 Oct 2027 : Melbourne | Jakarta 1650 | 2020 GA 717

Sun 31 Oct 2027 : Jakarta | Sorong 0010 | 0615 GA 682

Accommodation: 10 nights at Papua Explorers Resort : In Sun 31 Oct | Out Wed 10 Nov 2027

Accommodation : 1 Nights at Aston Hotel – Sorong : In Wed 10 Nov | Out Thu 11 Nov 2027

Thu 11 Nov 2027 : Sorong | Jakarta 0815 | 1010 GA 683

Accommodation : Early check In and 1 nights’ accommodation at The FM7 Resort Hotel – Jakarta Airport

In Thu 11 Nov | Out Fri 12 Nov 2027

Fri 12 Nov 2027 : Jakarta | Melbourne 0155 | 1115 GA 716

Itinerary Summary

As you’ll see from the proposed travel plan, the outbound flights work very well — with an approximate 4-hour transit in Jakarta, you’ll enjoy a smooth connection straight through to Sorong.

For the return journey, due to the timing of the Garuda flights, I recommend spending one night in Sorong before continuing back to Jakarta. This option also allows your group to maximise your diving on the final day, without rushing for an early flight.

For your overnight in Sorong, I’ve selected the Aston Hotel, which is located very close to the airport. This ensures a short and easy transfer for your morning flight on 11th November.

Upon arrival in Jakarta, as you will have a longer layover, I’ve suggested the FM7 Resort Hotel — a fantastic option for extended transit stops. The hotel offers complimentary airport transfers, making the process seamless and stress-free.

You can view more about the FM7 Hotel here:
🔗 https://www.fm7hotel.com/

Papua Explorers have agreed to place on hold the following water bungalows :

12 x deluxe water Bungalows, 2 x superior bungalows and 1 x family villa for you.