Beyond the waterline.

Set out from Arasatu into the waters beyond Maratua, following reefs, caves, lakes, islands, and wildlife routes across the Derawan Sea.

A swimmer beneath shafts of sunlight inside Halo Tabung Cave near Maratua.

Beyond Maratua

The Arasatu Signature Journey

A private passage, composed by the sea.

For three days or more, set out with up to four guests through the waters beyond Maratua. Kakaban, Kehe Daing Lagoon, Sangalaki, Manimbora, Labuan Cermin and Halo Tabung Cave may all become part of the passage.

The Arasatu team shapes the final route around the sea and the destinations available each day.

Aerial view of Manimbora Island surrounded by shallow blue water.
Manimbora Island, surrounded by shallow blue water.

The passage

The journey, at a glance

Across the full journey, possible destinations include Kakaban, Kehe Daing Lagoon, Sangalaki, Derawan, Whale Shark Point, Manimbora, Labuan Cermin, Halo Tabung Cave, and Goa Gumantung.

Duration
Three days or more
Private group
Up to four guests
Included
Guide, fins, mineral water and entrance tickets
Villa stay
Arranged separately

GoPro and drone footage may be arranged for your dates, subject to confirmation.

Shorter passages

Three focused sea routes

For a shorter passage, choose among routes shaped around the region's most distinctive waters.

Jellyfish drifting through the water at Kakaban.
Open water between Kakaban and Sangalaki.

Kakaban & Sangalaki — Journey A

Kakaban, Kehe Daing Lagoon, and Sangalaki.

Character
Lagoon, island, and open water
Aerial view of Derawan Island and its surrounding shallow water.
The island passage towards Derawan and Kehe Daing Lagoon.

Derawan & the lagoon — Journey B

Kakaban, Kehe Daing Lagoon, Sangalaki, and Derawan.

Character
A broader island passage
A snorkeller observing a whale shark in open water during a regional marine journey.
The longer route towards Whale Shark Point and Labuan Cermin.

Whale Shark Point & Labuan Cermin — Journey C

Whale Shark Point, Manimbora, and Labuan Cermin.

Character
The farthest full-day route

The team shapes each route around the day’s sea conditions, timing, boat, and destination access.

2026 planning reference

2026 journey rates

Private journey rates for two guests, valid for travel throughout 2026.

JourneyNett rate for two guests
Arasatu Signature JourneyIDR 29,500,000
Journey AIDR 6,000,000
Journey BIDR 8,500,000
Journey CIDR 14,800,000

Each additional guest is IDR 500,000, payable directly at Arasatu. A maximum of four guests may travel per booking. The team will confirm route feasibility, availability, and the current rate when planning the journey.

Plan the journey before arrival

Share your dates and group size with the Arasatu team, who will shape the route around the day’s sea conditions and confirm the boat, availability, and current rate. Arrival transfers are arranged separately.