Route Description - Triton Bay / Misool / Raja Ampat
13 Days / 12 Nights (Kaimana-Sorong)
Day 1: Arrival in Kaimana
Guests arrive in Kaimana, a regency located in the southern part of Indonesia’s West Papua province. Known for its remote charm and vibrant marine ecosystems, Kaimana serves as the starting point of this unforgettable liveaboard journey.
Day 2–11: Daily Diving Program
Over the next ten days, the liveaboard will explore a range of exceptional dive sites. Depending on the conditions and routing, 3–4 dives will be offered daily, including dusk or night dives when possible. On days with longer crossings, 1–2 dives will be scheduled to ensure a safe and comfortable journey. (Please note: Itinerary and dive plans may be subject to change due to weather, sea conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances.)
Day 12: Final Day of Diving – Arrival in Sorong
Guests will enjoy their final dives of the trip before cruising into the port of Sorong. This marks the conclusion of the underwater portion of the expedition.
Day 13: Disembarkation and Farewell
After a relaxing breakfast or lunch—depending on flight schedules—guests bid farewell to fellow travelers and the MARI crew. Transfers to Sorong Airport or local hotels will be arranged and assisted by the crew for a smooth departure.
Marine Life and Diving Highlights
Raja Ampat and its surrounding waters offer a truly extraordinary diving experience. As part of the famed Coral Triangle, the region is home to at least 75% of all known coral species and nearly 1,300 species of reef fish. Dive sites feature a stunning variety of underwater topographies including soft and hard coral gardens, seagrass beds, mangroves, caves, black and white sand slopes, shallow reefs, and dramatic drop-offs.
Marine encounters may include:
Giant manta rays, Sea turtles, Reef sharks & wobbegong sharks, Epaulet (walking) sharks, Cuttlefish, pipefish & seahorses, Massive schools of reef fish
Important Note for Divers:
The final dive of the trip will take place on Day 12. To ensure safe air travel, guests are strongly advised to observe a minimum 24-hour surface interval before flying after their last dive.