Raja Ampat Regency
Archipelago in Indonesia
The Raja Ampat Islands are an Indonesian archipelago off the northwest tip of Bird’s Head Peninsula in West Papua. Comprising hundreds of jungle-covered islands, Raja Ampat is known for its beaches and coral reefs rich with marine life. Ancient...
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How do you get to Raja Ampat Islands?
The easiest way to get to Raja Ampat is to fly to Sorong from Jakarta, Makassar, Ambon or Manado. There are no direct international flights to West Papua Province (YET). Getting to this little piece of paradise has gotten so much easier!
What are the best months for Raja Ampat?
Many travel guides suggest that the best time to visit Raja Ampat is from October to April. Indeed, from October to April, the likelihood of rain in Raja Ampat decreases, but when it does rain, it tends to be heavier.
How much does it cost to go to Raja Ampat?
How much does it cost to visit Raja Ampat? Depending on the accommodation you choose, your base cost can be as low as 350,000 Indonesian Rupiah per day per person for your accommodation and meals. Added to that will be: Flights to and from Sorong (See our How to get to Raja Ampat page)
Is it safe to travel to Raja Ampat?
Don't be alarmed – if you're sensible and in the company of a guide you'll be fine. Just like on safari in the wilds of Africa… Sharks: Dangerous sharks are extremely uncommon – you've got a much higher chance of encountering one on the beaches of Sydney in Australia than in Raja Ampat.
It comprises over 1,500 small islands, cays, and shoals around the four main islands of Misool, Salawati, Batanta, and Waigeo, and the smaller island of Kofiau.
Situated off the northwest tip of Bird's Head Peninsula on Papua, the most eastern island of the Indonesian Archipelago, Raja Ampat or literally meaning 'The ...
Misnamed as “Fam” on most maps, the Pam Islands offer Raja Ampat's most stunning beaches, crystalline waters, excellent snorkelling, and Piaynemo's panoramas.
This remote southern island – especially the small islands off its southeastern corner – has stunning coral. The pristine reefs attract pygmy seahorses,…
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An amazing place to dive and explore. Like dropping into Wonderland with Alice. No wonder it is called the "Last Paradise" because it is exactly that!
Raja Ampat is one of the world's last wild places. A vast sprawl of tropical island jewels amid seas renowned as being the richest on our planet. A nursery and ...
Sep 26, 2022 · Raja Ampat lies off the west coast of the world's second-largest island, New Guinea, which is shared between Indonesia and Papua New Guinea.
Sep 4, 2022 · Located in the heart of the Coral Triangle, the Raja Ampat Marine Protected Area Network spans over 4 million hectares and includes around 1,500 ...
The Raja Ampat islands are mostly made of limestone. Many of the smaller islands have rough shapes looking like little mushrooms during low tide. That is ...
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Posted: Jul 15, 2023
Posted: Jul 15, 2023