Tuesday, May 21, 2013

EASTERN ROUTE










Last several years in average about thirty boats entered Indonesian waters through Saumlaki which is one of the two official entry points of sail Indonesia. In the past after leaving Saumlaki, the fleet would head for Banda before proceed to Wakatobi, Buton, Selayar/Taka Bone Rate and later head down to Flores. For this year several new destination has been added. This fleet will later converge in Labuan Bajo with the rest of the fleet which will have gone through the more traditional route.

Although the numbers is smaller compare to other boats that came in through Kupang, this route has number things to offer that other route does not have. This is the route that less travelled which may interest some more adventurous souls. You will be making stop in Banda which is one of the most fascinating place on earth. This place is heavy favorite amongst past Sail Indonesia participants as one of the top destinations in Indonesia. From Banda  the fleet will head for Wakatobi Archipelago which offers world class dive sites, colorful sea nomad villages.

Regencies of Buton North, Buton and Selayar have been added as new destinations this year. Like almost every places you visit in Indonesia, these places has their own language, custom, dances etc which can't be found somewhere else.

In case of Regency Selayar, this is where the world famous but hardly visited Taka Bone Rate located. Pristine tropical islands with magnificent underwater natural beauties offers unique experience only to hardy and privileged travelers and sailors.

Up until now, all these destinations(except Banda) have confirmed that they are planning number of events during the visit by Sail Indonesia fleet. Some, especially new destinations are anxious to greet their very first group of yachties that ever come to their place. Preparations are being made to welcome this year's Sail Indonesia participants.

Regarding the events at each destinations, it will be posted on this blog once it is confirmed. Any changes will be reported as soon as possible.

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