RAJA AMPAT DIVE CRUISES

The Raja Ampat archipelago is located in the “coral triangle”, in the far east of Indonesia, where the waters of the Pacific and Indian oceans meet. It creates a strong current at the origin of an explosion of biodiversity in this region. As a result, Raja Ampat is labeled as a world class diving area.

You can translate Raja Ampat as “Four Kings”. The archipelago fascinates with the beauty of its mysterious limestone karst islands. This wild region with legendary myths impresses all visitors with its spectacular landscapes that hide lagoons, bays and secret beaches. Nature is still intact!

The reputation of the Raja Ampat islands is undeniable. This region of Indonesia is indeed considered today as the place where the underwater biodiversity is the richest in the world!

You will find a variety of coral and fish species like nowhere else with 1500 Species of Fish, 700 Species of Molluscs, 500 Species of Corals (75% of all existing species in the world). Some scientists like Dr. Gerald Allen, counted over 280 fish species on a single dive!

This archipelago also has breathtaking landscapes, dream lagoons, virgin islands and local Papuan populations with intact traditions.

In addition to the marine life that you can admire while diving, Raja Ampat also offers many other activities allowing you to explore between two dives.

This is a spectacular place on both land and water: your trip will involve canoeing, village visits, excursions in the jungle, visits to small islands, animals and birds spotting who, for many, are endemic.

You can also enjoy a BBQ on one of the empty small island beaches.

The Wisesa sails in the Raja Ampat archipelago during the best seasons from August to June.

In May, June, August and September, we take advantage of favorable conditions to explore mainly the centre and the northern part of the National Park up to the island of Wayag.

From October to April, we mainly explore the centre and the south of the archipelago up to the Misool region.

Situated in the Northeast of the island of Papua, Raja Ampat ( or the 4 kings ) is part of the Coral Triangle, with the richest marine biodiversity on earth !

This archipelago is composed of 1500 islands covering a total area of 40000 Km2, making Raja Ampat the biggest marine National park in Indonesia !

The Main islands are Batanta, Waigeo, Misool & Salawati. The Raja Ampat’s highly rich biodiversity is due to its particular position between the Indian and Pacific Oceans. This mix of ocean waters creates the ideal home for plenty of endemic species.