About this expedition
Sail and dive Raja Ampat for 12 days aboard a traditional Indonesian liveaboard. 33+ world-class dive sites, beach barbecues, jungle treks, and nights anchored in hidden lagoons. Handpicked group of 8 travelers. Beginners welcome. This is Raja Ampat done slowly, properly, and with people who care about being there.
Itinerary
Disclaimer: this itinerary is tentative — nature leads, we follow.
Day 1–2: Arrival in Sorong
Arrive in Sorong, meet the group, and board your liveaboard home for the next 12 days. Settle in, safety briefing, and first sunset on deck as we sail into Raja Ampat's outer islands.
Day 3–4: Northern Atolls
Dive the northern reefs—vertical walls covered in soft corals, manta cleaning stations, and schools of barracuda. Night dives reveal critters: pygmy seahorses, walking sharks, and bioluminescent plankton.
Day 5–6: Wayag Lagoon
Sail into Wayag, the iconic karst landscape. Morning dive, then hike to the viewpoint for the postcard shot. Afternoon kayaking through lagoons. Evening beach barbecue under the stars.
Day 7–8: Deep Dives & Drift
Advanced dive sites—drift dives through channels with eagle rays, reef sharks, and turtles. Surface intervals spent exploring uninhabited islands and snorkeling hidden reefs.
Day 9–10: Biodiversity Hotspots
Dive the heart of the Coral Triangle. Over 1,500 fish species, vibrant coral gardens, and the highest marine biodiversity on Earth. This is what Raja Ampat is known for.
What's included
Show not included
International flights, travel insurance, alcoholic drinks and personal expenses.
Things to know
What’s the best way to get there?
Fly into Sorong (SOQ) via Jakarta or Makassar. We handle all transfers from Sorong airport to the liveaboard. Full routing and connections sent after booking.
Do I need to be an experienced diver?
No certification? No problem. We offer Open Water courses on-site if you need one. Some dives are more advanced, but we always adapt the itinerary to the group's experience level.
What's the liveaboard like?
Traditional Indonesian pinisi boat. Simple, comfortable cabins. Shared bathrooms. Dive deck, sun deck, and communal dining area. It's not luxury—it's authentic and well-maintained.