Sorido Bay Resort, Raja Ampat
per person, full board
Overview
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- Traditional Papuan-style accommodation surrounded by nature
- Short boat rides to the incredible dive sites of the Dampier Strait
- Total relaxation with a tranquil environment free from modern distractions
- Cape Kri, just metres from the resort holds the record for the most fish species recorded on a single dive site
Sorido Bay was one of Raja Ampat's original dive resorts, once a simple dive camp that has since grown into a tranquil tropical getaway, with rustic yet comfortable accommodation close access to the Dampier Strait's stunning underwater world. Built in balance with the surrounding environment, this resort features stunning views, sparkling white sand beaches, and a cool sea breeze, plus secluded jungle paths and perfectly preserved ecosystems both above and below water. Dedicated divers can make the most of their time here with short boat rides to an incredible variety of dive sites including world-renowned spots like Cape Kri, The Passage, and Hidden Bay. This is the perfect place to get away from it all, and get back to nature, free from the distractions of everyday life.
Rooms
Sentani bungalow
1 x King bed, sleeps 2
Air conditioning, Ensuite bathroom, Private terrace...from $378 /night
Kaimana bungalow
1 x King bed, sleeps 2
Air conditioning, Ensuite bathroom, Private terrace...from $419 /night
Resort checklist
Meal plans:
- Full Board
Free transfers
Free transfers are scheduled on Sundays and Wednesdays only.
Reviews
Aukje G
I would definitely recommend going to Raja Ampat, especially if you are a fan of diving. Sorido Bay is such a lovely place to stay....
Read moreDiving in Raja Ampat
WobbegongNot frequently
Manta RaysYear round
Schooling reef fishYear round
Pygmy seahorseYear round
Healthy coralsYear round
Plentiful reef lifeYear round
Soft coralsYear round
TrevallyYear round
The diving in Raja Ampat can be broadly divided into two main areas. The north with its nutrient-rich currents, denser fish life and better hard corals. While Misool Island in the south offers divers better visibility and more plentiful soft corals.Â
Mansuar Island and the Dampier Strait
Mansuar Island and the Dampier Strait are the heart of Raja Ampat’s northern diving. This area is home to Raja Ampat’s original dive resorts and many of the famous dive sites. Here, divers can explore sites such as Chicken Reef, Sardine Reef, Batu Lima, Blue Magic and Cape Kri in the east, and Manta Ridge, Manta Sandy and Arborek Jetty in the west. Raja Ampat’s northern dive sites feature fantastic biodiversity, large numbers of schooling fish and plenty of action when the currents are running. Due to the popularity of the Dampier Strait, there is now a ranger station at Manta Sandy to ensure divers follow the correct rules when diving with manta rays.
North of the Dampier Strait
North of the Dampier Strait are the islands of Waigeo and Gam. This area is home to the aptly named Mayhem dive site and the famous Passage - a narrow channel that cuts between the two islands. The tidal flow through the Passage creates the ideal conditions for filter feeders. Divers can drift between huge soft corals and sea fans which reach for the surface beneath the overhanging mangroves.
Misool Island
Located to the south of the main islands, Misool’s diving is characterised by dramatic underwater landscapes, stunning reefs and manta rays. Divers will find lots of pinnacles and ridges carpeted in beautiful fans, soft corals and sponges. Dive sites such as Boo and Fiabacet have become famous for glorious reef diving, whilst Magic Mountain attracts divers in search of giant oceanic manta rays. A large number of the dive sites around Misool Island now lie within the Misool Marine Reserve, a protected area twice the size of Singapore! And the results of this protection are clear, with fish populations booming and the number of sharks increasing every year.
