Route Description - Raja Ampat , Misool 9 Days/ 8 Nights
Raja Ampat will immerse you in a diving paradise, 50,000 square Kilometers of islands & reefs, 580 kinds of coral, 1,397 species of fish including 23 endemics, this truly is the epicenter of marine biodiversity with the world’s richest collection of underwater flora & fauna. The sheer abundance of marine life, healthy colourful reefs, and diverse dive sites will leave even the most experienced divers wanting more! The stunning beauty of Raja Ampat's exotic & enchanting islands both above and below the water will leave you in no doubt that this truly is one of the worlds premier diving destinations.
Sample Itinerary
Note: All schedules are subjected to changes according to weather, sea, diving, & local conditions.
Day 1. (0-1 dives) 3pm trip departure day.
Our staff will meet you upon your arrival to Sorong Airport or local hotel and transfer you to your waiting Manta vessel. Arrivals before midday are best so we can make check dive at Red Light District (Lampu Merah) just outside Sorong before we get underway by 3pm for overnight sail.
Day 2. (4 dives)
Daram island area
Day 3. (4 dives) Misool:
Wayil area with its beautiful lagoon for boat tour and super dives.
Day 4. (3 dives) Misool:
Fiabacet & Boo area. Sail to overnight to Central & North Raja Ampat.
Day 5. (4 dives) Pianemu area:
Including famous Melissa’s Garden and stunning View Point hike.
Day 6. (4 dives)
Manta ridge & Dampier Strait
Day 7. (4 dives) Kri area:
Including Big Fish, Cape Kri, Sardine Run, & excellent night dive.
Day 8. (2 dives) Misokon island:
Including Blue Magic & Yellow Fever. Sail back to Usahamina pier, Sorong where you spend last night on board. Plenty of time to wash & dry equipment, have lunch, rest & relaxation, and if need be, an early flight on trip departure day.
Day 9. (0 dives) 5am-12pm.
Check out after light breakfast, farewells, and transfer to local hotel or airport. Departure from Sorong to Manado/ Makassar/ Jakarta/ Denpasar.
Diving days: 7 days (26 dives)