This morning we awoke just offshore from the beautiful town of Cirebon. We began the day early, which meant we avoided the bite of the midday sun. After a short Zodiac ride into the wharf, we had a fantastic welcome ceremony complete with dragon puppets (a clear indication of the town’s Chinese influence). From here we ventured towards the palace in large buses, providing an excellent view of the township. Once settled in the palace we were greeted by the sultan and welcomed with song and food. Shortly after, we enjoyed several cultural performances. After the dances were finished, we had the opportunity to buy some of the local handicrafts. Everyone had a great day and returned to National Geographic Orion for Phils presentation, Birding 101, in the afternoon.
- Daily Expedition Reports
- 07 Aug 2024
Cirebon, 8/7/2024, National Geographic Orion
- Aboard the National Geographic Orion
- Indonesia & Papua New Guinea
Jewels of the Java Sea: An Exploration Between Bali and Singapore
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