- Circular itinerary hitting all the very best spots in Raja Ampat
- Encounter both reef and oceanic manta rays at renowned dive sites
- Dive the well known and action-packed Dampier Strait
- Search for Pontoh’s pygmy seahorse at Mioskon
- Chance to dive at Blue Magic, Sardine Reef and Cape Kri
- Dive around Fam, In Galaxy, Keruo Reef and Melissa’s Garden
- Discover the vibrant reefs and dramatic underwater landscapes of Misool
- Dive the remote Daram Island group
Raja Ampat Central and South 9N
The image of a maze of limestone islands topped with greenery and surrounded by turquoise lagoons has captivated westerners since the first sailors set foot on this region in the fifteenth century. The same soft limestone creates a very interesting topography underwater, with caves, canyons, passages and swim-throughs in virtually every dive. Fed by the nutrient-rich tidal currents from the Pacific, the myriad of little islets produce exuberant reefs, with pastel-colored soft corals, gigantic sea fans of many different shades and colors, and countless other forms of sessile life. More than 75% of the world's reef building coral species known to science occur here, and fish life boasts a similar record, with over 1.400 species of fish, from which more than 20 are endemic to the waters of Raja Ampat.
The Four Kings (or Raja Ampat, as the four islands of Waigeo, Batanta, Salawati and Misool are commonly referred to), are a true diving paradise. With its outstanding landscapes of limestone karst spires, primitive fishing villages, vast expanses of mangroves, and of course birds of Paradise, it is without a shadow of a doubt one of the best diving destinations in the world.
Day 1: Sorong
Pick up at Sorong Airport, boat transfer, welcome drink and overnight. Direct navigation to Waisai for authorization and afternoon check-in dive at one of the nearby reefs. Night in Yenbeser.
Day 2: Dampier Strait
Diving in some of the fabulous reefs of Dampier Strait: Sardine Reef, Blue Magic and Mioskon, among others. Night at the docks of Saporkren (diving "muck").
Day 3: Waigeo
Early morning excursion to see the birds of paradise on the Waigeo coast. Diving in Cape Kri, Sawandarek Jetty and night in Yenbuba.
Day 4: Airborek
Diving in the docks of Airborek and nearby sites, such as Manta Point, Lalosi Reef or Citrus Ridge. In the afternoon visit to the village of Airborek and night at the docks of the same.
Day 5: Fam
Three day dives in the Fam area, in places like Melissa's Garden, Keruo Channel, My Reef or Galaxy. Ascent to the viewpoint on the island of Penemu. Navigation at night to Misool.
Day 6: Misool
First dive at the Pinnacle of Puri, and the next two dives at the Fiabacet area. After the third dive, visit kalig beach, where we also do the night.
Day 7: Misool
Full day diving in Wayilbatan, at sites such as Gorgonian Passage, Four Kings and Weeding Cake, among others. Night in Barracuda Rock.
Day 8: Pulau Boo
Three day dives at sites around Pulau Boo, Shadow Reef (also known as Magic Mountain), Yilliet or Romeo. In the afternoon visit to the breeding beach of blacktip sharks in Yiliet and then night.
Day 9: Daram
Two morning dives in the Daram Islands, at sites like Andiamo and Candy Store. After the dives, sail to Sorong in the afternoon, while preparations are made for departure the next morning
Warning: The itineraries are only indicative and may be modified due to weather, sea state or other external factors.
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