Raja Ampat Liveaboard, Indonesia
Overview
7–12+ Days | Raja Ampat Diving Expedition
Dive into the global epicenter of marine biodiversity in West Papua, Indonesia. Home to over 75% of the world’s coral species, Raja Ampat offers world-class liveaboard and resort diving across pristine reefs, lush karst islands, and nutrient-rich currents. Encounter reef and oceanic manta rays, schooling pelagics, walking sharks, and vibrant macro life while exploring legendary sites from Misool to the Dampier Strait.
Duration
7-12+ Days
Best Season
Nov-May
Pickup Point
Sorong or Waisai, West Papua
Price
from 44$ Per Person Per Day
Destination & Expedition Guide
Overview & Diving Season
Marine Biodiversity: Located in Indonesia's West Papua Province, Raja Ampat features marine diversity considerably greater than any other sampled region in the Coral Triangle.
Vessel Options: Dozens of liveaboards operate across the region, ranging from traditional wooden Phinisis to modern luxury yachts.
Best Time to Visit: Primary liveaboard charters run from October to April for calm seas, minimal rain, and peak manta ray activity.
Conditions: Warm water temperatures year-round. Due to remote locations and currents, trips are best suited for experienced divers.
Regions & Dive Highlights
Southern Region (Misool): Famous for mushroom-shaped karst islands, lagoons, caverns, and sites like Fiabacet, Farondi, Daram, Wayilbatan, and Boo Island.
Central Region (Dampier Strait): Home to high-action sites such as Cape Kri, Mansuar (Manta Ridge), Gam, Jef Fam, South Penemu, and Waigeo.
Northern Region: Less-traveled routes including Wayag, Kawe, Aljui Bay, and Uranie.
Marine Life: Encounters with oceanic and reef mantas, indigenous wobbegong sharks, pygmy seahorses, ornate ghost pipefish, green turtles, and schooling pelagics.
Getting There & Logistics
Entry Port: Almost all Raja Ampat liveaboards depart and arrive via Sorong (SOQ) in West Papua.
Getting to Sorong: Fly into Jakarta (CGK), Bali (DPS), or Makassar (UPG), followed by a domestic flight to Sorong (Domine Eduard Osok Airport).
Trip Duration: Itineraries typically range from 6 to 14 nights depending on whether you cover single regions (North/South) or the full park.
Transit Trips: Extended liveaboard routes often connect Raja Ampat with the Banda Sea, Triton Bay, Cenderawasih Bay, or Halmahera.
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