Route Description - Raja Ampat & Misool (10 nights)
Departing and returning to Sorong, this itinerary visits the must-see dive sites of Misool and Central Raja Ampat. Encounter both reef and oceanic manta rays at renowned Raja Ampat dive sites. Visit unspoiled hard and soft coral gardens. Discover the dramatic underwater landscapes and stunning reefs of Misool. Explore the swim-throughs and caves of Goa Farondi. See the ancient rock paintings of Timolol. Cruise through lagoons in Penemu. Land visit to the lookout point on Piaynemo for that classic Raja Ampat photo. Search for a Walking shark (Epaulette shark). Dive the well-known and action-packed Dampier Strait. Search for Pontoh's pygmy seahorse at Mioskon. Night dive is included in the schedule.
Day 1
Guests arrive in Sorong, the gateway to the spectacular Raja Ampat archipelago. After boarding Mari, there is time to settle into the cabins, meet the crew, and prepare for the adventure ahead.
Days 2–9
Enjoy up to 3–4 dives daily (1–2 dives on longer crossing days) while exploring some of Raja Ampat's most iconic destinations.
•Misool – One of Raja Ampat's four main islands, renowned for pristine reefs, dramatic limestone landscapes, vibrant soft corals, and exceptional marine biodiversity.
•Balbulol & Tomolol – Discover hidden lagoons, towering karst formations, and the ancient rock art of Tomolol, created centuries ago by the region's earliest inhabitants.
•Fam Islands & Piaynemo – Home to breathtaking coral gardens, crystal-clear lagoons, dramatic limestone islands, and the famous Piaynemo viewpoint. These reefs also provide excellent opportunities to spot the endemic walking (epaulette) shark.
•Arborek Island – A traditional Papuan village surrounded by colourful reefs and vibrant jetty dives, where schools of jacks, batfish, and soft corals thrive.
•Dampier Strait – Raja Ampat's most famous diving region, where nutrient-rich currents support spectacular fish life, reef sharks, manta rays, and world-class drift dives.
•Mioskon – A beautiful reef known for coral-covered bommies, excellent macro life, and regular sightings of wobbegong sharks.
•Mansuar & Kri Island – Home to the legendary Cape Kri, where a world-record fish count was recorded. Expect extraordinary biodiversity, schooling fish, reef sharks, and some of the richest coral reefs on Earth.
Day 10
Enjoy the final dives of the expedition before returning to the port of Sorong.
Day 11
After breakfast (or lunch, depending on flight schedules), disembark and transfer to Sorong Airport for onward flights.