In January 2024, I had the pleasure of embarking on Aqua Expeditions’ 7-day voyage through the stunning Raja Ampat islands aboard Aqua Blu. Before delving into this journey, allow me to introduce myself. I'm Sarah Lewis, a marine biologist, conservationist, and the founder of both the Indonesian Manta Project and the non-profit organization Thrive Conservation. My commitment to Indonesia's marine biodiversity began in 2010, initially focusing on the protection of majestic manta rays and expanding to address broader conservation issues while nurturing young Indonesian conservationists.

In 2019, we initiated a partnership between Aqua Expeditions and the Indonesian Manta Project, aiming to enhance support for manta ray conservation efforts in the region. Now, in 2024, we're thrilled to expand this collaboration further to make an even greater impact.
To foster this partnership, Aqua Expeditions graciously invited me aboard Aqua Blu to experience their Raja Ampat voyage firsthand and meet their dedicated crew. Our goal? To develop tailored initiatives that strengthen Aqua Expeditions’ support for the Indonesian Manta Project and advance our shared mission of marine conservation.

In January 2024, I had the pleasure of embarking on Aqua Expeditions’ 7-day voyage through the stunning Raja Ampat islands aboard Aqua Blu. Before delving into this journey, allow me to introduce myself. I'm Sarah Lewis, a marine biologist, conservationist, and the founder of both the Indonesian Manta Project and the non-profit organization Thrive Conservation. My commitment to Indonesia's marine biodiversity began in 2010, initially focusing on the protection of majestic manta rays and expanding to address broader conservation issues while nurturing young Indonesian conservationists.