North Raja Ampat 7 days dive safari
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Embark on a thrilling dive safari through the northern region of Raja Ampat, where the pristine waters and rich marine biodiversity create an underwater paradise. This area is famous for its vibrant coral reefs, teeming with life, and offers divers the chance to encounter everything from majestic manta rays and reef sharks to schools of barracudas and elusive macro creatures. Explore iconic dive sites like Cape Kri, Sardine Reef, and the remote islands of Kawe and Arborek, each offering unique and unforgettable experiences. Whether you're drifting through powerful currents or exploring tranquil coral gardens, a dive safari in North Raja Ampat promises adventure and awe at every turn.
*This is a sample itinerary. The actual itinerary may be adjusted by the captain or the service provider due to weather conditions or other reasons.
Day
1
Sorong
Meeting at the Marina Star Café in Sorong Harbour at 7:30am, where we’ll have a coffee or tea and wait for all our guests to arrive. At 3pm we'll head for check dive at Waisai harbour, near Mioskon Island. Right after we'll sail to Batanta Island.
Day
2
Batanta Island
For today's dives, we’ll be on the lookout for Manta Rays and sharks, in places called Dayan, Karang Bata or Bibis - it all depends on tides and conditions, no two trips are ever the same. It’s really important for us to tailor our trips to the expectations of our guests, so we try our best to find what you are looking for.
Day
3
Fam Islands
Fam islands group can boast some of the best dive spots like: My Reef, Melissa’s Garden, Batu Rufus, Barracuda Rock and the viewpoint of Piaynemo. At these sites you’ll be able to see hunting Giant Trevallies, Rainbow Runners, Pygmy Seahorses, Hairy Squat Lobsters, never ending Staghorn Coral fields and a wall that seems to go on forever.
Day
4
Wofoh Island
Second half of the day we’ll reach marine park near Wofoh Island that offers beautiful wall dive and shallow reef, perfect for macro and nudibranchs hunting. Further north we’ll reach Chanel no. 5, a combination of slope, wall and some overhangs and small caves. Here you’ll be able to see Eagle Rays are really high, and the occasional family of dolphins.
For the afternoon you may visit traditional fishing village or do another dive, before we go for one of the best night dives of Raja Ampat, on the jetty of the Pearl Farm, hidden inside a lagoon.
Day
5
Kawe island
Today, we’ll spend our time exploring the waters around Kawe Island, starting with a dive at Eagle Rock. Afterward, we’ll move on to Black Rock for our second dive, and then return to Eagle Rock for a third dive, where the changing tides will transform it into a completely different experience.
At these dive sites, we’ll be on the lookout for majestic Manta Rays, sleek Sharks, schools of Fusiliers, Giant Trevallies, and the unique Black Coral bushes. The currents here can be strong, depending on the moon phase, so we’ll tailor the dive plan to match your preferences, ensuring a safe and thrilling underwater adventure.
Day
6
Arborek Island
A few hours southeast of Kawe lies a small island with hidden reefs. Guided by GPS, our speedboats take us directly to where Carpet Sharks, also known as Wobbegong Sharks, are often found. This area is rich in marine life, so we’ll also be on the lookout for Barracudas and Oriental Sweetlips among the vibrant corals.
In the afternoon, we’ll visit Arborek Island, where we’ll stroll on land and relax on the jetty, watching the local kids show off their swimming and diving skills.
For our night dive, we’ll search for the famous Walking Shark (Epaulette Shark) around the jetty. These unique sharks, about 50 cm long, can “walk” on land when trapped by tides or predators, offering a fascinating sight to end the day.
Day
7
Dampier straight
Raja Ampat offers vast variety of sites, depending on what you like. We can go to Cape Kri, Sardine Reef and Mike’s Point, or we can also jump hop to Chicken Reef, Blue Magic or LauLau which are all a short distance from each other. Dinner at Mioskon, enjoy some beers and a beach barbeque set up by the Chef.
Day
8
Blue Magic
After healthy breakfast we'll gear up for one more dive . It will be either Blue Magic to look for some more Oceanic Manta Rays and Grey Reef Sharks, or the reef of LauLau with its pinnacle.
Gulet Schoon - Jelajahi Laut
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Length:32
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Width:7.00
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Draft:3.00
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Engine:500
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Berths:12
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Cabins:6
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Bathroom:6
Price includes
- 7 nights accommodation on board Transfer from the airport at the start of the trip Full board meals - lots and lots of delicious food Tea, coffee, water and electrolytes Soft Drinks Tanks, weights Dive guides Good times, great memories and lots of fun
Price does not include
- Alcohol Flights – domestic or international Visas
Start
Duration
Finish
Availability
Price / Person
Start
27 November 2024
Sorong (Indonesia)
7 Days / 6 Nights
04 December 2024
Sorong (Indonesia)
FULL
from $3,589
02 March 2025
Sorong (Indonesia)
7 Days / 6 Nights
09 March 2025
Sorong (Indonesia)
Available
from $3,589
19 December 2025
Sorong (Indonesia)
7 Days / 6 Nights
26 December 2025
Sorong (Indonesia)
Available
from $3,589
01 February 2026
Sorong (Indonesia)
7 Days / 6 Nights
08 February 2026
Sorong (Indonesia)
Available
from $3,589
22 February 2026
Sorong (Indonesia)
7 Days / 6 Nights
01 March 2026
Sorong (Indonesia)
Available
from $3,589