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There are few better ways to explore Indonesia’s eastern islands than by boat. Sea Trek Sailing Adventures ( seatrekbali.com) offers a range of small-ship cruises around the many islands of the eastern Indonesian archipelago, from Komodo to Raja Ampat and the Lesser Sunda Islands. Sevento twelve-day expeditions on the company’s two phinisi- style vessels—12cabin Ombak Putih and the six-cabin Katharina— are immersive and educational thanks to knowledgeable staff, on call to provide insights into the region’s volcanoes, rain forest, and diverse marine life. Being on a small ship means that activities can often be tailored to individual needs: if you want to snorkel, trek, or kayak longer in a particular location, you need only ask.