Earth's Richest Marine Ecosystem

Diving & Snorkeling

1,700+ fish species, 75% of the world's coral, and visibility up to 40 metres. Whether you dive to 30 metres or float at the surface, Raja Ampat delivers underwater experiences that redefine what's possible.

1,700+

Fish Species

75%

World's Coral

40m

Peak Visibility

374

Species Record

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Certified Divers

Diving Experiences

From world-record reefs to manta cleaning stations, accessed aboard luxury liveaboards and private charters.

Premium Experiences

Luxury Diving

World-class dive sites with five-star accommodations. Nitrox, 4:1 guide ratio, camera rooms. From $3,500/person.

Multi-Day Expeditions

Diving Cruise

3-4 dives daily, first-in-water access, anchored at dive sites overnight. 5 to 14-day itineraries. From $2,800.

No Certification Needed

Snorkeling Experiences

75% of Raja Ampat's marine life lives in the top 5 metres. World-class encounters without certification.

Half-Day to Multi-Day

Snorkeling Tours

Guided trips to Arborek, Sawandarek, Friwen Wall & more. Half-day from $150, multi-day cruise from $2,800.

Luxury Vessel

Snorkeling Cruise

Aboard Lamima with naturalist guide, 75% of world's coral at 1-5m. From $3,800/person.

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85% of the experience is accessible by snorkeling alone

World-Class Locations

Legendary Dive Sites

World Record

Cape Kri

374 species in one dive

Blue Magic

Premier pelagic seamount

Manta Sandy

Guaranteed manta encounters

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Unforgettable Wildlife

Marine Encounters

Signature

90%+ rate

Manta Ray Encounters

Three species, three sites. 16 years of behavioural knowledge. Nov-Apr peak season.

World's Largest Fish

Feb-Apr

Whale Shark Swimming

92% encounter rate at Triton Bay. Snorkel with 2-5m juveniles. No cert needed.

Endemic Species

Night only

Walking Shark Night Dive

Epaulette sharks that walk across reefs. Found nowhere else. 85-90% encounter rate.

Go Deeper

Specialty Experiences

The Photographer's Holy Grail

Underwater Photography Charter

4-5 dives/day, dedicated camera stations, photo guides, dawn-to-midnight schedule. From $5,000/person.

Apnea Paradise

Freediving Expedition

AIDA training, 5-10m reef depth, complete silence. Beginners welcome. Max 8 participants. From $3,500.

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How to Access These Sites

Maximum Dives

Liveaboard

18-25+ dives/week, cabin-based. From $2,500/person.

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Full Flexibility

Private Charter

Custom itinerary, unlimited dives. From $3,500/day.

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All-Inclusive

Luxury Cruise

Premium vessel, chef, all meals. From $3,500/person.

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When to Go

Best Season

Peak (Nov-Feb)

30-40m visibility
Calmest seas
Manta ray peak
Highest demand

High (Oct, Mar-Apr)

25-35m visibility
Good conditions
Manta encounters
Better availability

Shoulder (May-Sep)

15-25m visibility
Rougher seas possible
Misool excellent
20-30% lower prices

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