Raja Ampat is known to many as the Mecca of Scuba diving. This is Indonesia’s premier place to discover, dive and just be in awe of all creatures great and small as they appear in front of your eyes. Amongst the endless reefs, spectacular coral gardens abound, rich with diverse marine life in a way which is simply not seen elsewhere. Attractions here include some of the best coral beds found anywhere, including huge fan corals complete with pygmy seahorses in residence. We also see Mantas and various species of shark including Wobbegongs and reef Sharks. You can also see Barracuda, Jacks, Big Eye Trevally, GTs, Bumphead Parrotfish and almost everything else you can imagine.
On top of this, the topography of the dive sites is a major attraction for the region, there is so much to see.
Raja Ampat is a vast wilderness of impressive scenery above sea level, bursting with green forests, bird life and geologically impressive rock monoliths. Raja Ampat is an assault on the senses, this is perhaps the jewel in the crown of Indonesia’s Coral Triangle.
- Day 1 : Sorong Sailing to Misool
- Day 2 – 4 : Misool
- Day 5 : Misool
- Day 6 : Piyanemo
- Day 7 : Central
- Day 8 : Sorong
✔️ Include
- 3-4x dives in a day except for first and last day also depends on itinerary,
- all on board meals, snacks, tea, coffee, mineral water & refreshments (excluding alcohol),
- shore excursions as outlined on the itinerary;
- transfers to/from shore to the ship during check in date and check out date;
- services of English-speaking cruise director; service of the crew;
- use of all onboard water sports equipment including sea kayaks, stand-up paddle boards (where permissible by local regulation);
- Sensatia organic amenities; in room aromatic diffuser and organic essential oils.
❌ Excluded
- National park and retribution fee, all government taxes
- entry permits, ports and handling fees outside our seasonal bases; repositioning fees;
- En-route accommodations at stopover cities at the beginning and end of your trip;
- aircraft charter fees; international airfare; domestic airfare; excess baggage fees; passport, visas or airport departure fees;
- Starlink access $50/device/trip, telecommunication costs for satellite phone & internet charges;
- alcoholic beverages;
- land expedition and cultural program costs outside itinerary;
- TRANSPORTATION COST FOR REQUIRING REQUESTED ITEMS;
- PADI dive certification courses;
- Dive / Snorkeling gear rental;
- private dive master with ratio 1:1;
- Nitrox $150/trip; SIDEMOUNT EXTRA TANK $80/tank (limited 3 pax in a group), BIG TANK 15L $80/tank/trip (limited 2 pax);
- medical care; any special requests; dive or medical insurance;
- crew gratuity (recommend 10%);
Length Of Trip
🕛 8 days 7 nights
Dives
❤️ Approximately 20 dives in total
Park Fees
$ USD 200 per person (subject to change depending on government regulations)
Experience
🕛 Advance Open Water with minimum 20 logged dives
- Trip length 7D6N itinerary can only cover Central Raja Ampat only March – April weather condition suitable for Misool, Raja Ampat
Departure
SORONG
🕦 Pick Up At 08.00 A.M
⚓ Sorong
🚢 Sorong (SOQ)
Return
SORONG
🕦 Until 11.00 A.M.
⚓ Sorong
🚢 Sorong (SOQ)
The Itinerary
Sorong Sailing to Misool
Begin your adventure by embarking from Sorong Harbour and boarding the vessel. The cruise leader will brief on boat safety, an overview of the trip, equipment set up and then settle into your accommodations.
Upon arrival at the check dive site, the dive crew will outline the upcoming dive sites and safety protocols. This dive is designed to refresh your skills and ensure your comfort in the water. You’ll explore a nearby dive site, assessing your gear and diving proficiency.
Afterwards, we will sail to Misool for approximately 18+ hours. Due to the long hours to reach Misool, guests flying to Sorong are expected to arrive before 8 am or recommended to stay a night before in Sorong to avoid flight delays. As part of the sailing experience, expect a range of delightful boat movements from a small wobble to more adventurous waves.
DAY 2 – 4
Misool
After an overnight of sailing we welcome you to the gem of Indonesia, Misool, one of the four major islands in Raja Ampat. These waters offer unparalleled scuba diving experience with breathtaking underwater biodiversity and pristine coral reefs. The region’s protected marine areas ensure the preservation of its rich ecosystems.
Explore a psychedelic world in this area that has various dive sites from fringing reefs around small islands, slopes, walls, pinnacle, and swim through with prominent soft coral and sea fans densely covering the reef. Expect to be blown away by friendly mantas, curious turtles, school of trevally, barracuda, batfish, and many more.
Possible dive sites:
- Two tree rock
- plateau,
- Pet rock
- Yelit kecil,
- nudi rock,
- tank rock,
- boo window,
- fourkings,
- gorgonian passage,
- boo east,
- magic mountain,
- love lagoon
Misool
Get ready for another tropical underwater playground diving in an unspoiled landscape combination of unique rock formations with a teeming multitude of marine species.
After enjoying the 2 last dives in Misool, we venture to a unique sanctuary in the remote corner of Raja Ampat – a magical lagoon home to the famous stingless jellyfish. Getting there involves scenic trek over sharp limestones, where proper shoes or booties are definitely the must wear gear. Dip in the lagoon and get personal with these jellyfish, and don’t worry they won’t bite or sting. Pain free swimming in the refreshing lagoon while enjoying the lush green scenery of the area. What more can you ask for?
Saying thank you to Misool for such memorable experience, it’s time to rest and relax on the boat while we sail for around 15 hours+ to Pyanemo for another adventure.
Possible dive sites:
- Twin rock,
- wagmab,
- farondi,
- jellyfish lake
DAY 6
Piyanemo
After breakfast, gather for briefing that outlines today’s dive sites: Melissa Garden, My Reef, Batu Rufas and Galaxy. Melissa Garden is a renowned dive site characterized by an incredible carpet of healthy corals. Be prepared as the other dive sites are as stunning, such as My Reef where there is a high chance to encounter schools of barracuda as they glide through the water and Batu Rufas where you’ll find a striking underwater frame perfect for striking a pose. In the afternoon, switch gears for some exploration on land and embark a short trek to Pyanemo Point famous for stunning overlook of the turquoise lagoon below. Night dive will depend on weather conditions.
Possible dive sites:
- Melissa Garden
- Rufus
- My Reef
- Galaxy
Central
We’ll have an early start as today’s dive is another highlight. Depending on flight schedule, guests are able to opt for 1 dive due to no 24 hours no fly requirement or can participate for 2 dives. Blue Magic, as the name suggests, is like diving into the magic world underwater. School of fishes, sharks, and corals, not to mention the critters you might find lurking on the reef. Get ready for the big prize, oceanic manta ray, might come occasionally cleaning themself above the reef.
For the second dive, Mioskon, is also a mesmerizing dive site with so many fishes swimming around the shallow reef. After the last dive, the crew will help wash and dry scuba equipment while sailing back to Sorong.
DAY 8
Sorong
Disembark in Sorong Harbour. After breakfast we will assist guests to the airport depending on flight schedule or we will transfer to a hotel. For those staying in hotels, are able to relax on the boat until 10.00am.
