Through Japan's Ryuku Islands
DEPARTING FROM:Fukuoka, JapanFINAL DESTINATION:Keelung, Taiwan
DURATION:17 Days/ 16 NightsREGION:AsiaSHIP:Coral Geographer
Set sail from Fukuoka and begin your journey in Nagasaki to learn of the region’s wartime history, study internationally influenced architecture and explore traditional shrines and temples. Venture deep into the remote Okinawan Islands to encounter lifestyles of those who make their living by the sea, including at the fishing village of the Suwanosejima. Learn of ancient mythical legends tied to Okinoerabujima and discover the pristine marine ecosystems of the Kerama Islands.
Walk amongst towering cedars in the ancient woodland of Yakujima, kayak through the undeveloped forested scenery of Iriomote Island and look on in awe of the strombolian eruption of passing volcanic landscapes. Bear witness to traditional island lifestyles as you make your way through a region seldom visited by Western travellers. Your expedition is aboard the stylish Coral Geographer, limited to no more than 120 travellers and accompanied by an expert expedition team.
We have multiple departure dates for this cruise. Select a year and month to view itineraries for alternative departure dates.
Coral Geographer
Operated by: Coral Expeditions
Launched March 2021
Coral Geographer accommodates a maximum of just 120 guests in 60 spacious staterooms and suites, more than half featuring a private balcony. A sister-ship to the new Coral Adventurer (launched 2019), care has been taken with the design of Coral Geographer to preserve Coral Expeditions’ traditionally relaxed and intimate onboard atmosphere. She conforms to the highest standards of build quality, operational redundancy, environmental compliance, and safety. Design features include spacious communal areas, a light-filled lecture room, open seat dining room, open bridge policy and a flexible fleet of excursion tenders that allow access to even the most hard to reach locations.
Coral Geographer joins the Coral Expeditions fleet exploring the waters of Australasia, South East Asia and the Indian and Pacific oceans.
Key Facts
Your cruise price includes:
- Accommodation in selected room grade for 16 nights
- All meals aboard Coral Geographer
- House beer and wine during lunch and dinner service
- 24 hour soft drinks, tea and barista-style coffee
- Captain’s welcome and farewell drinks
- Access to islands, marine and national parks
- Guided tours on Xplorer expedition vessel, zodiacs, glass-bottom boat and kayaks
- Touring as described in each itinerary
- Services of expedition staff and lecturers including briefings and knowledge-sharing sessions
- Port taxes and government charges imposed by government authorities
- Included access to standard Wi-Fi aboard the ship - premium package available for purchase.
Your cruise price does not include:
- Pre and post flights, transfers and hotels
- Entry visas / travel permits / passport fees
- Travel Insurance (highly recommended - Save 20% off nib Insurance when purchased with your cruise)
- Items of a personal nature including but not limited to phone communications and bar charges (outside of the included drinks package as highlighted), laundry charges and souvenir purchases
- Tipping is not required aboard Coral Geographer.
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Please note: This cruise is sold in AUD
THIS ITINERARY IS AN INDICATION OF THE DESTINATIONS VISITED AND ACTIVITIES ON OFFER. THE ORDER OF THE ITINERARY WILL BE DETERMINED BY THE CAPTAIN AND EXPEDITION LEADER AND THEY DO RESERVE THE RIGHT TO VARY THIS ITINERARY TO MAKE ALLOWANCES FOR WEATHER, TIDAL CONDITIONS AND ANY OTHER EVENT THAT MAY AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE VESSEL.
By completing this booking request you acknowledge that you have read and accept Expedition Cruise Specialists' and Coral Expeditions' terms and conditions.
Single travellers are accommodated in Explorer, Promenade and Coral deck staterooms upon payment of a 50% single supplement. All other staterooms require a 100% supplement.