EXPEDITION TO MALUKU ISLANDS - THE SPICE ISLANDS, INDONESIA

The islands that were formerly called the Spice Islands are nowadays called the Moluccas. Back in the 16th century when mace, nutmeg, cloves

and pepper were highly prized global commodities that grew nowhere else on earth, money really did ‘grow on trees’.

Indian, Chinese, Arab and eventually, European traders all ventured to the Moluccas in search of the valuable spices. They sparked European

imperialism in the region and shaped cuisines worldwide.

Bringing a nearly forgotten chapter of world history back to life, the Ambon &

Spice Islands 5-night cruise expedition across the Banda Sea is an enthralling adventure embracing culture, nature and wildlife...

Shots taken last some seasons ago, during another melodious boat trip to Maluku. Email us to receive more details about our current expeditions.