Plongée à Raja Ampat — Indonesia

Raja Ampat sits at the epicenter of the Coral Triangle, harboring over 600 coral species and 1,700 reef fish species — more biodiversity per hectare than anywhere else on Earth. Remote and pristine, these waters offer encounters with mantas, walking sharks, and pygmy seahorses amid kaleidoscopic reefs. The journey is long but the reward is unparalleled underwater richness.

Score
81.4
Visibilité
15–30m
Température
26–30°C
Meilleurs mois
October, November, December
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Intermediate
Raja Ampat
IndonesiaAsia-Pacific
81.4

SCORE

-0.2348°N

130.5170°E

Raja Ampat sits at the epicenter of the Coral Triangle, harboring over 600 coral species and 1,700 reef fish species — more biodiversity per hectare than anywhere else on Earth. Remote and pristine, these waters offer encounters with mantas, walking sharks, and pygmy seahorses amid kaleidoscopic reefs. The journey is long but the reward is unparalleled underwater richness.

The Crown Jewel of Marine Biodiversity

Visibility15–30 m
Temperature26–30°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentvariable
2-Tank Dive$180
Best MonthsOctober, November, December, January
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML99.0CH96.0VIS78.0SV95.0TMP90.0DA82.0OP85.0TS60.0GT35.0VAL55.0CRD88.0SP95.0

Marine Life

99.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
100
Megafauna Encounters
95
Reef Fish Abundance
99
Macro Life
97
Endemic Species
98
Marine Life Diversity
99.0
Coral & Reef Health
96.0
Visibility & Conditions
78.0
Dive Site Variety
95.0
Water Temperature
90.0
Depth & Access
82.0
Operator Quality
85.0
Topside Experience
60.0
Getting There
35.0
Value & Cost
55.0
Crowding
88.0
Social Proof
95.0

Dive Types

reefwalldriftmuckmangrove

Traveling with Non-Divers?

This destination is primarily accessed by liveaboard — not ideal for non-diving partners. Consider planning separate shore-based activities before or after your liveaboard trip.

Activities for Non-Divers

snorkelingkayaking through karst islandsbird-of-paradise watchingPianemo viewpoint hikevillage homestay visits

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Arborek Village
  • Sawinggrai village (red bird-of-paradise)

Non-Diver Score

7/10

Good topside options for non-diving companions.

Family FriendlyNot recommended
Restaurants & Nightlifebasic

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber200 km — Manokwari Naval Hospital Chamber
Nearest Hospital80 km

Remote — speedboat to Sorong (2-4 hrs), then flight to Manokwari or Makassar for chamber

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthvariable

Top Operators

Papua Explorers Dive Resort

PADI

4.8
312 reviewsNITROX

Meridian Adventure Dive

SSI

4.9
245 reviewsNITROX

Raja Ampat Dive Lodge

PADI

4.7
189 reviewsNITROX