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Raja Ampat & Halmahera

Raja Ampat – World-Class Diving

There are few places on Earth that can compare to Raja Ampat when it comes to underwater beauty. Spectacular is the only word to describe the diving here. The coral reefs teem with life, where marine species thrive from the seafloor all the way up to the surface. The dive sites are so pristine and covered in coral growth that underwater photographers can hardly find a place to rest their hand.

Every part of the National Park offers experiences that impress. In southern Misool, you encounter colorful soft corals, reef sharks, and mobula rays. In the heart of the Dampier Strait, at the dive sites Cape Kri and Blue Magic, large schools of fish swim close to reef sharks and manta rays.

Further west, pristine coral gardens and the iconic lagoon of Penemu await, where you can also climb to an observation point to take in the magnificent view. To the north, Kawe offers even more chances to dive with manta rays, while Aljui Bay is a true treasure trove for macro enthusiasts.

Damai I and Damai II offer exclusive liveaboard adventures from Sorong for those who want to explore this magical part of Indonesia in complete comfort. For a complete Papua experience, this route can also be combined with diving in Triton Bay and Cenderawasih Bay, where whale sharks and unique underwater landscapes await. Join us on a liveaboard to Raja Ampat – a diving paradise where every moment is a new discovery.

Halmahera – An Untouched Diving Paradise

Located north of the Banda Sea, in the heart of the Coral Triangle, Halmahera is a fairly unexplored diving destination with volcanic islands, pristine white sand beaches, and mangrove forests.

Halmahera is situated in northern Indonesia, between the world-renowned diving destination Raja Ampat to the east and Sulawesi to the west. Despite its fantastic marine life and untouched reefs, Halmahera has long been a hidden gem for divers, but it has recently begun to be discovered as one of the region’s most exciting diving destinations.

Here you will find an outstanding variety of underwater experiences – from impressive wrecks and spectacular hard coral gardens to world-class macro diving sites.

Our liveaboard to Halmahera is designed to take you to every corner of this remote and untouched archipelago. The area, which consists of volcanic islands, pristine white beaches, and dense mangrove forests, offers diving that is as unique as it is versatile.

In southern Bacan, steep underwater walls await, where schools of barracudas and predatory fish patrol the reef. The islands of Goraici are home to enormous bait balls and large schools of reef fish. At the docks in Makian and Leilei, macro divers can search for rare critters and exotic underwater creatures.

This region is still relatively unexplored, and we are convinced that the best discoveries are still ahead of us. Join us on an exclusive liveaboard expedition that combines Halmahera’s unique underwater world with diving in Raja Ampat, for an unforgettable journey through some of Indonesia’s most pristine and spectacular dive sites.

Liveaboards in Indonesia

Indonesia completely unique when it comes to Liveaboards. Nowhere in the world you can find such a large and varied range och liveaboards with so many different options, in terms of route and variation on diving environment. In Indonesia we offer Liveaboards with  a variety of departure ports.

The tours  needs often to be adapted and tailored by flights and possibly domestic flights, as well necessary overnight stays between the flights. Submit your request here on our website. We will then get back to you and together with you we will present a balanced itinerary for your next Scuba Holiday.

About the country

Indonesia lies in the heart of Coral Triangle!

The Coral Triangle is one of the world’s most important marine ecosystems, a 6-million-km2 biological and economic treasure covering the waters of Indonesia, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, the Solomon Islands, and Timor Leste. The Coral Triangle is the planet’s richest center of marine life and coral diversity, with over 6,000 species of fish, 76% of the world’s coral species, and an awe-inspiring array of wildlife.

The Republic of Indonesia, located in South East Asia, is the largest island country in the world, with over 17,000 islands and a population of over 225 million. Spanning over 1.9 million square kilometers, Indonesia stretches all the way from Aceh in the north down to Papua in the south east.

Indonesia has something unique to offer everyone. From the cool white sands and raucous volcanoes of Bali to the rock islands of Raja Ampat, you can always find something different here.

Entry Requirements
You will need a tourist visa to enter Indonesia, which can be issued on arrival at the airport citizens of most nationalities. A 30-day visa costs US$35. In cash will help expedite the transaction at the

Alternatively, you may apply for a visa before you leave home by contacting the Indonesian Embassy or Consulate in your country. For further up-to-date information about travel matters, please visit Indonesia’s Department of Foreign Affairs website at www.deplu.go.id to find the embassy or consulate nearest to you.

Language
The official language in Indonesia is Bahasa Indonesia. The staffs at the Resort are multilingual and English is widely spoken.

Currency & Exchange Rate
Indonesian currency is the Rupiah (IRP). Money is easily changed at banks and official money changing offices. However exchange rates can fluctuate. ATM machines are readily available and banks will provide cash withdrawal via the Visa and MasterCard networks. If you bring cash it is best to use clean, crisp, new bills. US$100 bills receive a better exchange rate than $50, $20 etc.
When settling your bill, The Resort accepts US dollars and Euros as well Visa and MasterCard.

Health & Vaccinations
We advising all travelers to visit either their personal physician or a travel health clinic 4-8 weeks before departure. Many places in Indonesia have cases of malaria and dengue fever. If you plan to travel overland throughout those regions you may consider precaution.