Resort based diving in Raja Ampat offers divers and snorkellers a world-class experience and plenty of reward both on the reefs and islands in this remote location.
Renowned as the epicentre of the Coral Triangle, a visit to Raja Ampat is rewarding for both divers and snorkellers, where you can expect an unparalleled marine biodiversity. This is an area of pristine beauty, where 75% of the world’s corals and over 1,400 fish species are found in the protected waters.
Resorts are reached by either road and public ferry or private speed boat, and can be visited throughout the year. The itinerary below is based on a 9-night stay at Dive Into Raja Ampat Resort.
This remote area offers breathtaking views, unique landscapes, a mind-blowing underwater experience and plenty of topside nature. The journey is worth it!
Suggested Itinerary
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Day 1:
Depart the UK for Indonesia
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Day 2:
Arrive Indonesia
Depending on your flight schedule you will need a day room or overnight stay.
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Day 3:
Fly to Sorong and transfer to resort
You will be met at the airport and transferred by road and ferry to Dive Into Raja Ampat Resort. Check in for a nine night stay and enjoy your first evening at leisure.
There are a variety of accommodation options in Raja Ampat, to suite all holiday requirements. See the resorts tab for full options.
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Days 4-11
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Dive the spectacular reefs of Raja Ampat
Your pre-booked dive pack begins today and includes daily boat dives as well as house reef diving. No matter which resort you choose, you will be mesmerised by the marine biodiversity found in this part of the world. Expect plenty of macro life on the reefs as well as huge schools of jacks and barracuda, bat fish, turtles, sharks, rays, huge grouper, manta rays and everything in between. Each resort has a variety of over 30 local dive sites which can be dived throughout the year.
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Day 12:
Transfer to Sorong
Today you will be transferred back to Sorong for an overnight stay. This is dependent on flight schedule.
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Day 13:
Fly to Jakarta and depart Indonesia
Today you will be transferred back to the airport and begin your journey home. Depending on flight schedules you may require a day room or overnight stay.
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Day 14:
Arrive UK
Please note: Diving and snorkelling can be enjoyed throughout the year from some of our featured resorts, others are best visited during the best season due to their location.
