Description
Life’s Different After Raja Ampat
Journey from the Spice Islands to the heart of the Coral Triangle, where ancient cultures, volcanic landscapes, and kaleidoscopic reefs come together in one of the world’s most extraordinary marine frontiers. Each day aboard True North invites discovery – diving among black coral forests, exploring sacred caves, meeting the people of remote islands, and walking through rainforest alive with birds of paradise. This is more than a voyage through Raja Ampat – it’s a passage into transformation. Because life is different after True North.
Trip Name
Raja Ampat Explorer South Cruise
Days
11
Overview
Vessel Type: Luxury Expedition
Length: True North - 50 metres/True North II - 35 meters
Passenger Capacity: 36/22
Built/Refurbished: 2005/2023
True North is built for access to remote environments, operating in shallow coastal waters and river systems where conventional expedition ships cannot enter. Daily operations revolve around direct engagement: multiple adventure boats, an onboard helicopter, and a strict avoidance of long sea days ensure that time is spent actively exploring rather than transiting. Interiors mirror high-end lodge standards with panoramic lounges, an alfresco bar, refined dining, and cabins equipped for comfort and immediacy to the landscape. Crew involvement is constant and hands-on, creating an experience defined by flexibility, varied activities and immersion in wilderness rather than passive sightseeing.
True North II delivers the same expedition model in a more intimate format, carrying just 22 guests and maintaining the purpose-built shallow navigation that allows direct access to rivers, coastlines and isolated anchorages. Its layout consolidates social spaces into a combined saloon and lounge, supported by a dining room designed for a refined, communal atmosphere. Cabins retain private facilities and in-house entertainment, while a full suite of adventure boats and regular helicopter operations mirror the capabilities of the larger vessel. The smaller scale enhances personal attention and reinforces the brand’s defining approach: constant activity, close crew interaction and immediate entry into remote environments.









