A trip to Raja Ampat is a dream for anyone who appreciates the world’s underwater beauty. Raja Ampat is rightfully known as the world’s most exotic tropical paradise. Around 75% of the world’s coral species and thousands of other fish, mollusks, plants, and birds live beneath the clear blue waters, in the calm lagoons among the karst constellations, and above the beautiful hills and forests. Discover things to do on the best trip to Raja Ampat, Indonesia.
Dive
Imagine descending to a pristine peak surrounded by 5 or 6 oceanic mantas swirling among massive schools of jacks and barracuda while big grey and white tip sharks lurk nearby. If you look closely, you’ll see a Wobbegong, a turtle, a scorpionfish, and a pygmy seahorse. Yep. Raja Ampat diving will be the best of your life. The best places to dive in Raja Ampat are Blue Magic, Cape Kri, Chicken Reef, Sardine Reef, and Miskoun.
Snorkeling
In Raja Ampat, snorkeling rivals diving. Sharks, manta rays, eagle rays, turtles, barracuda, sea snakes, and dugongs are all possible sightings. In addition, there is fantastic macro and colorful coral. We recommend choosing a homestay or resort with a tremendous housereef. The more time spent on the reef, the more you realize its diversity. The best places to snorkel in Raja Ampat are Tamaku Reef, Sauwandarek Village, Friwen Wall, Cape Kri, and Arborek.
Outings On The Sea By Boat
Take boat tours to snorkel and explore Raja Ampat’s various islands. Stop at local villages, discover hidden lagoons, hike through the jungle, and enjoy many of the Dampier Strait’s fantastic snorkeling spots. We enjoy going further afield to Batanta or Manyaifun to see a less populated side of Raja Ampat and have the reef all to ourselves.
Trekking Through The Jungle To See The Red Bird Of Paradise
Raja Ampat is the only place in the world where you can see the elusive Red Bird of Paradise. The best places to look for them are Gam and Waigeo. Numerous local guides know where to find the birds and will take you for a reasonable fee.
Kayaking
Renting a kayak is an excellent way to discover remote areas of Raja Ampat. There are numerous small islands, mangrove inlets, and lagoons to explore. Homestays and resorts occasionally provide kayaks, but for a more adventurous trip, choose Kayak for Conservation.
Day Trip To Piaynemo / Wayag
Take a boat trip to see the emerald-dotted karst islets that Raja Ampat is famous for. Hike through the jungle to get a bird’s-eye view of this spectacular. It is every photographer’s dream to practice their photography skills.