Raja Ampat
Indonesia · Southwest Papua · 5 m
Description
Raja Ampat is a remote archipelago off the northwestern coast of West Papua and, as part of the Coral Triangle, ranks among the most biodiverse marine regions on Earth. Comprising more than 1,500 islands, it is renowned for its jungle-clad limestone karsts, crystal-clear waters, spectacular lagoons, and vibrant coral reefs inhabited by manta rays, reef sharks, sea turtles, and thousands of fish species. Iconic viewpoints such as Piaynemo and Wayag, world-class diving and snorkeling sites, and remote villages with traditional homestays define the character of the region. Raja Ampat combines pristine natural beauty, extraordinary biodiversity, and the cultural heritage of its Indigenous communities, making it one of Indonesia's most remarkable natural paradises.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 5 to 12 days (optimal 7 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: December – February
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- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Piaynemo Viewpoint
- Wayag Islands Viewpoint
- Diving in Raja Ampat
- Manta Sandy
- Cape Kri Dive Site
- Blue Magic Dive Site
- Melissa's Garden
- Friwen Wall
- Sardine Reef
- The Passage
- Coral Garden Snorkeling
- Jetty House Reefs
- Arborek Village
- Sawinggrai Bird of Paradise Watching
- Saporkren Bird of Paradise Watching
- Pasir Timbul Sandbar
- Hidden Lagoons of Misool
- Love Lagoon
- Misool Coral Reefs
- Gam Island
- Waigeo Island
- Batanta Island
- Misool Island
- Wayag Islands
- Piaynemo Lagoons
- Fam Islands
- Yenbuba Jetty Snorkeling
- Sea Turtle Encounters
- Blacktip Reef Sharks
- Dolphin Watching
- Liveaboard Cruises
Getting there
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry