There are a wide variety of Raja Amat liveaboards to suit all budgets. From 5 day liveaboard tours to luxury liveaboard vessels offering 2 week dive trips. The dive sites of Raja Ampat can be varied in the fish and critters living on the different reefs but they are almost all spectacular in their own way.
Where to dive in Raja Ampat?
A few Raja Ampat liveaboards offer trips that explore central and southern Raja Ampat, before journeying onwards to discover diving in another part of nearby Indonesia, usually either: Triton Bay – located on the south side of mainland papua, Triton Bay is a great place for whale sharks, soft corals and many large pelagic fish.
What is the main industry in Raja Ampat?
In modern times the main industry is tourism, the population are Indonesian and most work either in the tourism industry or fishing. The area has recently introduced a marine park fee for liveaboard visitors to help with the efforts to conserve the marine life in Raja Ampat.
What are the four main islands Raja Ampat visit?
Besides the numerous smaller islets there are four main islands that Raja Ampat liveaboards visit: Salawati, Batanta, Waigeo and Misool. These islands give rise to the name of the archipelago, ‘the Four Kings’.
How long do Dive Safaris last in Raja Ampat?
Most of the dive safaris last between 5 and 10 nights. There are dozens of liveaboards sailing Raja Ampat, suitable to every budget and need. Most of the liveaboards in the area can be divided into two categories: sailboat or steel-hulled yacht.
What is the adventureraja Ampat explorer?
Raja Ampat Explorer is part of Grand Komodo’s fleet, pioneer of the dive cruises in Indonesia.
Where are Raja Ampat’s Islands?
Its fortunate position between the Indian and Pacific oceans means that it is looked upon as one of the richest areas of marine life in the world. Besides the numerous smaller islets there are four main islands that Raja Ampat liveaboards visit: Salawati, Batanta, Waigeo and Misool.
