Premium Multi-Day Dive Expeditions
Wake up anchored at world-class dive sites, enjoy 3-4 dives daily, then return to gourmet cuisine, spacious cabins, and sunset cocktails on deck. Unlike resort-based diving limited to nearby reefs, a diving cruise grants access to the entire archipelago.
The Definitive Format
A diving cruise is a multi-day expedition aboard a luxury vessel, designed specifically around Raja Ampat's world-famous dive sites. Your vessel anchors directly at dive sites overnight, giving you first-in-the-water access and 4 dives per day — including spectacular night dives.
From Dampier Strait's manta cleaning stations to Misool's untouched coral kingdoms, a diving cruise combines serious underwater exploration with premium surface comforts.
Diving Cruise vs Resort Diving
Dives / Day
Dives Included
In the Water
Choose Your Duration
Focused on Dampier Strait — Blue Magic, Cape Kri, Manta Sandy, Chicken Reef, and Sardine Reef. Night dives at Arborek jetty.
Dampier Strait highlights plus Wayag's iconic lagoon, Penemu's hidden lakes, and The Passage's dramatic swim-throughs. Diverse ecosystems from deep walls to shallow macro.
North and south coverage — Wayag's karst panoramas to Misool's mirror-flat lagoons. 25+ dive sites including remote pinnacles rarely accessed by other operators.
Every major region including seldom-visited southeast passages. Peak diving combined with cultural villages, Wilson's bird of paradise, and extended time at exceptional sites.
Above & Below
Expert Dive Operations
Dive masters with 1,000+ Raja Ampat dives. They know precisely where to position you for manta encounters, how currents shift, and which macro subjects hide in specific coral heads. Local knowledge that transforms good dives into extraordinary ones.
Small Group Diving
Maximum 12-16 divers per vessel, divided into groups of 4 per guide. No crowded sites, no rushing through briefings, no competing for the best position on the reef. Your diving cruise feels like a private expedition.
Premium Equipment
Full Aqualung or Scubapro rental sets, complimentary nitrox, dedicated camera rinse stations, individual storage, 15-liter tanks on request. Technical diving support including stage bottles and rebreather fills on select vessels.
Surface Excellence
Chef-prepared meals with fresh local seafood, premium cabins with en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning throughout, sundeck lounging, onboard spa treatments, and curated wine lists. Your floating luxury hotel.
Your Dive Platform
Heritage Charm
Prana, Sequoia, Ombak Putih, Dewi Nusantara. Indonesian charm with modern dive facilities.
Maximum Stability
Steel hulls, larger dive decks, dedicated photography facilities. Designed for diving operations.
Contemporary Style
Sleek design with professional dive infrastructure. For style-conscious divers.
Investment
All prices include full board, unlimited diving, equipment, marine park fees, and transfers
| Duration | Vessel | Per Person (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Days / 4 Nights | Premium Phinisi | $2,800 – $4,500 |
| 7 Days / 6 Nights | Premium Phinisi | $4,200 – $6,800 |
| 7 Days / 6 Nights | Luxury Liveaboard | $5,500 – $8,500 |
| 10 Days / 9 Nights | Premium Phinisi | $6,000 – $9,500 |
| 10 Days / 9 Nights | Luxury Liveaboard | $7,500 – $12,000 |
Seamless
Departure
Most cruises depart from Sorong — daily flights from Jakarta, Makassar, and Manado. Select itineraries offer Waisai embarkation.
Transfers
Airport-to-vessel transfers included. Marine park permits (RAP tag) handled by our concierge team in advance.
Bali Connection
Combining with Bali? Our Bali to Raja Ampat packages include domestic flights and seamless logistics.
Divers Ask
Typically 3-4 dives per day including an optional night dive. Dawn dives are available at select sites. Rest days with 2 dives allow for island exploration and snorkeling.
October to April offers the best conditions with calm seas and 25-35m visibility. Manta season peaks November through April. Year-round diving is possible with seasonal itinerary adjustments — Misool remains excellent May through September.
Full premium equipment is provided, but experienced divers often prefer their own regulators, computers, and wetsuits. We recommend 3mm or 5mm wetsuits as water temperature ranges 27-30°C.
Select vessels offer twin-share cabins for solo travelers to avoid supplements. Private cabin supplements typically range 40-75% of the per-person rate. Contact us for current solo traveler options.
Yes. Every vessel offers world-class snorkeling, kayaking, island exploration, and spa services. While the itinerary is dive-focused, non-diving companions have extraordinary experiences above the waterline. Many complete Discover Scuba courses during the trip.
Dive Into Paradise
Let our expedition specialists design your perfect Raja Ampat diving cruise. Tell us your certification level, preferred duration, and dive goals.
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