Komodo and neighboring islets, Indonesia
 

In September we took a cruise on the M.S.Y. Perintis, starting in Sumbawa and traveling east to Komodo, Banta, Flores, and some tiny islands in between. This was a spectacular trip for us. 

One of the boat's owners and her friend were the only other passengers along, and as this was one of the ship's first voyages we went where we pleased. The captain, Herman, and his crew were splendid, and the food prepared was just fabulous. 

A few dives we did along Banta and east of Komodo were among the best I have ever done. Snorkeling along coasts rarely visited was equally good. One of my favorite trips.

 

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The Perintis awaiting our arrival in Sumbawa. On board with Captain Herman.
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The Perintis crew.  Snorkeling off an unamed islet east of Komodo.
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On the deck of the Perintis.    Sunrise sailing east of Komodo Island.
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Sunrise heading for Flores.  Komodo Island.
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Lontar (borassus) palms on Komodo. Approaching shore. The pier on Komodo Island.
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Tree snail on Komodo.   Wild orchids on Komodo.
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The famed Komodo Dragon. Yes, they move fast.  Komodo after lunch.
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East of Komodo, a rocky islet with great diving. Maria after diving ' the rock'.
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Heading to superb snorkeling off Banta Island.  Gili Lawa Laut, an overnight anchoring, towards sunset.

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