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The Heritage Adventurer welcomes just 140 guests, ensuring uncommon space, comfort, and advantages such as faster disembarkations. The Heritage Adventurer boasts a fleet of 14 Zodiacs, maximizing time ashore or on the water. The ship’s well-appointed cabins offer separate living and sleeping areas, king or twin beds, ample storage, a writing desk, and modern en suite bathrooms. Twin guest elevators provide easy access to all levels. Public spaces include two panoramic lounges, a 360-degree Observation Deck, and both a gourmet restaurant and an indoor/outdoor bistro. Meals are served in the gourmet restaurant and in the indoor/outdoor bistro—both options offer plenty of seating and large picture windows. Additional amenities include an open-air saltwater pool that can be heated or chilled, a hot tub encased in glass for all-weather use, a dry-heat Finnish sauna, a European steam room, a well-equipped gym, and a spa.

Visit three UNESCO World Heritage sites: Tanjung Puting National Park, Borneo; the Buddhist Borobudur Temple Compound, Java; and Komodo National Park, Komodo Island.

Witness orangutans interacting in their natural habitat at Camp Leakey, a world-famous rehabilitation and release site located in Tanjung Puting National Park; stroll the scenic beaches and trails of Komodo National Park to look for water buffalo, Timor deer, birds and the park’s namesake, the elusive Komodo dragon.

Engage with community members through specially arranged experiences, including a cooking demonstration, gamelan orchestra performance, a weaving demonstration, and overview of the traditional subak water management of a terraced rice field.

Enjoy multiple opportunities to swim and snorkel amidst vibrant sea life in turquoise waters, including reef fish, sharks, sea turtles, manta rays, and dolphins.

Opt to visit several gardens, including the expansive Bali Botanical Garden, a delightful orchid garden, and the about the peaceful Narmada Water Garden, designed for 18^th century kings.

Trained in biological anthropology and animal behavior, for the last two decades, Dr. Wendy Erb has studied the ecology, social behavior, health, communication, and conservation of wild primates – from lemurs in Madagascar, to tamarins in Bolivia, and leaf monkeys and orangutans in Indonesia. Wendy’s active participatory research program draws on diverse theories and methods from the social and natural sciences – with a central focus on bioacoustics, or the sounds of nature – to understand the shared worlds of primates and people. Having lived and worked with Indigenous communities in Indonesia since 2005, Wendy is deeply committed to cultivating deep relationships and co-creating meaningful research that matters to local people. Fluent in the national language, a true connoisseur of durian, and most at home in the remote forests and villages of Borneo, Wendy’s friends and colleagues have lovingly granted her an ‘honorary Indonesian’ status.

In addition to Cornell scientist Wendy Erb, this journey will feature faculty from peer institutions including Harvard, Yale, and Dartmouth.

Depart home on an overnight flight to Bali, crossing the International Date Line. Arrive on September 27 and transfer to the beachfront Paradisus Resort, known for its spacious rooms, tropical gardens, and direct access to pristine beaches. Take time to relax and refresh before meeting fellow travelers at the welcome orientation and reception.

(Meals included: Reception)

After a morning lecture, journey through Bali’s central mountains to visit the UNESCO-listed Jatiluwih Rice Terraces in Bali’s central highlands. Learn about the subak irrigation system, a 9th-century method still used today, and enjoy the lush scenery of emerald paddies. Choose to return to Bali for free time, or extend your touring with a guided exploration of the Bali Botanical Garden, including an array of rhododendrons, orchids, medicinal plants, and beautifully maintained greenhouses.

(Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch)

Touring options include a guided tour of the Bali Museum, home to an exceptional collection of paintings, traditional crafts, ceremonial tools, and intricately carved masks; a private Gamelan orchestra performance, immersing yourself in the hypnotic rhythms of Balinese music; a visit to an orchid garden; and an exploration of Ubud Palace. Later, board the Heritage Adventurer.

(Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Begin the day with a short walk through a coastal mangrove forest to learn about the importance of this special ecosystem. In the city of Probolinggo, explore the historic quarter by becak (traditional pedicab), then continue to Jabung Temple, a well-preserved ancient temple from the Majapahit era. Return to the ship for the Captain’s welcome reception and dinner.

(Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Reception, Dinner)

Depart from the coastal city of Semarang for a full-day journey past rice fields and small towns to central Java. Explore the magnificent 8th-century Buddhist Borobudur Temple near Yogyakarta, a UNESCO World Heritage site and architectural marvel adorned with intricate stone reliefs and thousands of Buddha statues. Learn about its construction, history, and spiritual significance from expert guides, experiencing one of the world’s greatest cultural treasures. Return to the vessel in the early evening.

(Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

A leisurely day at sea, enjoying expansive ocean views as the ship sails south toward Lombok. Relax on board in the lounges, dine in the gourmet restaurant or indoor/outdoor bistro, or enjoy the heated saltwater pool, spa, sauna, and gym. Enriching lectures are also offered throughout the day.

(Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Travel through Borneo by traditional “klotok” river boats along the Kumai and Sekonyer rivers, surrounded by dense jungle and the sounds of hornbills and macaques, to Camp Leakey, a world-renowned orangutan rehabilitation and release site. On arrival, look for orangutans in their natural habitat alongside researchers and park rangers. Gain insight into ongoing conservation efforts and the delicate balance of rainforest ecosystems.

(Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Continue cruising and relax aboard ship as the lecture program continues, providing deeper context on the history, ecology, and culture of the regions visited. Take in the sweeping seascapes from the deck or enjoy a quiet moment in the ship’s lounge.

(Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

On a morning visit to Pamulung Village,  you’ll witness traditional rice harvesting, pounding, and intricate weaving techniques. In the afternoon, take the chance to snorkel near Satonda Island, a secluded volcanic crater teeming with vibrant marine life—a hidden paradise shaped by ancient geological forces.

(Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Spend a full day exploring Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Walk trails with local rangers in search of the famed Komodo dragons, and encounter deer, wild boar, water buffalo, and exotic birdlife. In the afternoon, snorkel among prolific marine life in crystal-clear waters from renowned Pink Beach, and enjoy the breathtaking photo opportunities.

(Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Delve into the cultural and natural wonders of Lombok. Visit the historic 18th-century Pura Lingsar temple complex and explore the royal garden of the Narmada Water Palace. An optional guided bike ride is available at an additional cost. Conclude the day with the captain’s farewell reception and dinner on board.

(Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Reception, Dinner)

After breakfast, bid farewell to the Heritage Adventurer as you disembark in Benoa, Bali, and transfer to the airport for your return flight home. 

(Meals included: Breakfast)

September 25–October 8, 2027
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