Dancer Fleet Celebrates Komodo

[Dancer Fleet]

	MARCH 2012
	In This Issue: Komodo Special Indonesia 101 Komodo Dancer Komodo's Kool Kritters Peacock Mantis Shrimp Rhinopius Crocodile fish Stargazer Ornate Ghost Pipefish Green Sea Hare Spanish Dancer Tozeuma Shrimp Pygmy Seahorse Clown Frogfish Blue-ringed Octopus Sweetlips Turtles Bumphead Parrotfish Cuttlefish Fast Links Rate Cards $pecial $avings Reservation Inquiries Airline/Tour Reservations		Komodo Dancer FREE Domestic Air & Hotel​ Join the Komodo Dancer as she explores the "Best of Indonesia" and enjoy FREE roundtrip domestic airfare between Bali and La Buan Bajo, Indonesia or Maumere, Indonesia (depending on itinerary), along with a FREE hotel night(shared double) at the Puri Santarian Resort before your charter.Valid on the following charters*:​ [*=left]April 17 - 27, 2012 Komodo National Park [*=left]May 24 - June 3, 2012 Alor [*=left]June 29 - July 9, 2012 Alor [*=left]July 11 - 21, 2012 Alor Bali is an incredible gateway city to base exciting excursions from and the Puri Santrian Hotel is ideally situated along the coast of upscale Sanur on the tranquil southeastern end of the island. This family owned and operated hotel keeps within the Balinese tradition of warmth and generosity of spirit. *Restrictions apply.Learn More >>​ Indonesia 101​ Indonesia - and particularly eastern Indonesia - has the largest, most beautiful, most ecologically diverse coral reef system in the world. Consider these amazing facts about this extraordinary pinnacle of marine diversity:​ [*=left]Indonesia has more than 50,000 square kilometers of coral reefs, which is more than any other nation on earth. [*=left]Indonesia is home to 600 of the almost 800 reef-building coral species in the world. [*=left]The Indonesian archipelago boasts over one quarter of all the marine life in the world. [*=left]Eastern Indonesia has 480 species of hard corals, approximately 60 percent of the world's hard coral species. [*=left]Eastern Indonesia has the greatest diversity of coral reef fish in the world, with more than 1,650 species. [*=left]One can often find greater diversity of marine species surrounding a single island in Indonesia than exists in all the coral reefs in the Caribbean. ​ Komodo Dancer Yacht Facts​ Based in Bali, Indonesia, theKomodo Dancer explores the waters in and around the Flores Sea on two exciting itineraries including Komodo National Park and "East of Flores"which explores the Flores and Alor islands. The Komodo Dancer, a traditionally crafted motor sailor, stretches 98 feet long, 29 feet wide and accommodates 16 guests in 8 private staterooms who are pampered by a crew of 17! That's better than a 1:1 ratio.Following the standards of the Dancer Fleet, the Komodo Dancer replicates the Dancer Fleet's service, amenities and the highest standards of safety in the industry. Included in your charter are deluxe accommodations, scrumptious chef-prepared meals, tantalizing between meal snacks, local beers and wines, air fills, weights, weight belts and local transfers.​ Komodo National Park ​ Komodo National Park sits at the intersection of five major ocean currents. Infused with nutrients from the cold currents of the Indian Ocean, the park is home to not only a wide diversity of marine species, but also hold vast quantities of each one as well.The underwater terrain of the UNESCO World Heritage Site includes everything from thrilling vertical walls and pinnacles to tranquil sandy flats. From Heart-pounding encounters with sharks, barracuda and mantas to the macroscopic wonder of spotting a tiny pygmy seahorse, the rich marine life will paint memories to last a lifetime.You will also get to come face-to-face with the legendary Komodo Dragon, as we venture on land for a rare glimpse of this awe-inspiring creature during a mid-week tour.Learn More >>​ "East of Flores" - Alor ​ Dive spots named "Sharks Galore" and "The Bullet" hint at the adrenalin rush of diving the Alor Islands, both because of the large, toothy critters encountered here and the ever-changing currents.From large grey reef sharks, whitetips, barracuda, manta rays and whale sharks to the weirdest of small creatures inhabiting the rubble, it's possible to see just about anything in this largely undiscovered biodiversity hot spot. Find rare creatures on black sand dives and experience pelagics on exciting drift dives. The Komodo Dancer captain and crew know this area well, so come join us for a super LiveAboard dive experience!Active volcanoes are known to "light up" the nightime skyline with their natural shooting fireworks display. Komodo Dancer guests will get to experience this thrilling treat along with opportunities to hike within the neighboring islands.Learn More >>​