Sail to Raja Ampat on This Made to Perfection Liveaboard!

Why We Love It

This stunning boat will take you to the best dive sites of Raja Ampat. It is one of the destinations where you can see plenty of pelagic life, a very rich macro life, and very healthy coral reefs! Besides spectacular diving, you'll sail through breathtaking landscapes such as Wayag in the North (Raja Ampat's iconic island formations), or Teluk Cinta in the Misool area (an amazingly beautiful heart-shaped lagoon). We love the spacious diving deck, the relaxing upper deck lounge, and the masters' cabins' panoramic windows. With a one-to-one guest-to-staff ratio, you'll be well taken care of aboard this boat!

Conservation

This beautiful phinisi ("Indonesian-style ship") has been custom-built in Sulawesi by the Konjo tribe, who have been building ships for centuries. This partner hires and trains locals on as many jobs as possible and is a supporter of Raja Ampat SEA center. The team avoids single-use plastic and only uses reef-friendly detergents and bathroom amenities, as well as biodegradable garbage bags. They are really setting the bar for sustainability!

Who Is It For?

This is premium "bucket-list diving," so if you've seen it all, you'll appreciate the natural beauty. Currents can be strong, and that may appeal to some people who enjoy a challenge! Non-divers are welcome and can take part in various activities such as hiking to viewpoints with spectacular panoramas, kayaking, snorkeling, stand-up paddling, and massages.

Prices and Dates

Take note of the different cruise lengths. Longer cruises usually go to Raja Ampat North and South (Misool), while most shorter trips are focused on North Raja Ampat. Ask us for detailed itineraries!

Dive Briefing!

Marine Life

• At the heart of the Coral Triangle
• 1427 reef fish, over 600 coral species, 75% of the world’s coral species
• Abundant pelagic life: many species of reef sharks, white and black tips, wobbegong sharks, bamboo sharks, reef mantas at nearby cleaning stations, and majestic oceanic mantas in open water
• Large schools of tuna, trevally, mackerel, batfish, surgeonfish, angel and butterflyfish, napoleon wrasse, bumpheads, giant sweetlips, damsels, fusiliers, anthias, etc. and also magnificent macro with the rare pygmy seahorses.

Dive Conditions

• Season: high season is from October to April, when plankton blooms reduce visibility but bring greater numbers of manta rays
• Currents: strong and changing - some dive sites are not suitable for beginners or anyone who doesn’t feel comfortable in currents
• Visibility: 15 to 20 m (50 to 66 ft) (nutrient-rich water leads to reduced visibility)
• Water Temperature: 28° to 29°C (82° to 84°F)
• Depth: both deep and shallow dives

Dive Sites

• The Dampier Strait in the North (also known as "Augusta's Strait") hosts some of the best diving in the area with well-known sites such as: Manta Point, Cape Kri, Mioskon, Odtima, The Passage, Mike’s Point, Sardines Reef, Blue Magic, Chicken Reef, and Hidden Bay, The Passage

• Misool, a Marine Protected Area in South Raja Ampat, has amazing dive sites too, such as Sagof, Daraam, Boo, Fiabecet, Wayilbatan. You'll dive on a busy manta cleaning station, coral-covered walls, reef flats, swim-throughs, gentle sea mounts, drift dives, vast hard-coral gardens, placid lagoons, current-raked pinnacles...

• Dive sites may change according to local conditions

• For trips to Komodo, Maumere, Ambon, Alor, Forgotten Islands & Banda, contact us!

The Team

• Winner of the 2021 and 2019 Dive Travel Awards by Dive Magazine in the "Best Liveaboard" category
• Cruise directors with over 10 years of experience in Indonesia
• Courses available on board: from Discover Scuba Diving to Divemaster
• Languages spoken: English, Spanish, and Indonesian on all trips
• Maximum divers per guide: 4

Safety Information

• Equipment Recommended: dive computer, safety buoy, whistle, 'reef hook' (to use on rocks only!) and a 3 mm wetsuit
• Insurance: Both dive insurance and travel insurance are mandatory. We recommend DAN Europe that has plans to cover both - ask us for a quote.
• Nearest Hyperbaric Chamber: Darwin, Australia or Manado, Sulawesi - note that there is a chamber in Raja Ampat, but it is not certified or compliant with international standards

Visas, Flights, and More!

Visa Requirements

• Many nationalities are eligible to enter and remain in Indonesia without a visa for 30 days. Others need to obtain a Visa on Arrival for 30 days at the major entry points to Indonesia. Visa on Arrival costs $37 (about ... EUR) and usually can be extended for another 30 days.
• Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival and have one full blank page
• Must be able to show an onward ticket that departs before your visa expires
• For official entry requirements for your nationality, consult Indonesia's Directorate General of Immigration

How to Get There

• Take an international flight to Jakarta (CGK) and then a direct flight to Sorong (SOQ).
• If coming from Bali (DPS), you'll have to make a stop at Ujung Padang (UPG) or Manado (MDC) on your way to Sorong (SOQ).

More...

• Raja Ampat is subject to malaria. Take necessary precautions to avoid it (cover yourself, have mosquito repellent and consult with your doctor if you can take malarone tablets )
• Bring sunscreen, a hat, a rash guard, a sweater or a light-weight jacket, some walking shoes