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With beachfront cottages, air-conditioning, full-board dining and a relaxed island atmosphere, the resort is ideal for divers, snorkellers, couples and families looking for a nature-focused experience in a remote corner of Raja Ampat. The location provides access to sites such as Mayhem, Melissa’s Garden, Manta Cove, Manta Sandy and Yeben’s local reefs, while scheduled trips and excursions mean that guests can discover all that this beautiful area has to offer. \r\n","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FCove-Eco-Resort\u002FCove-Eco-Resort-Raja-Ampat-thumb.jpg",{"title":170,"slug":171,"url":172},"Raja Ampat","raja-ampat","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fdestination\u002Findonesia\u002Fwest-papua\u002Fraja-ampat",236,"EUR","5.0","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.tripadvisor.com\u002Fimg\u002Fcdsi\u002Fimg2\u002Fratings\u002Ftraveler\u002F5.0-68783-5.svg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.tripadvisor.com\u002FHotel_Review-g25343691-d12388069-Reviews-Cove_Eco_Resort-Pulau_Yeben_Raja_Ampat_West_Papua.html?m=68783","143","\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Remote location in the western end of the Dampier Strait\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Small resort atmosphere, with just 20–25 guests on average\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Close to dive sites such as Mayhem, Melissa’s Garden and Manta Sandy\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>World-class diving, unlimited snorkelling and free kayak use\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Scheduled excursions to Piaynemo, Fam, Wayag and The Passage\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>","\u003Cp>ZuBlu’s dive travel experts will help you create the ideal package at Cove Eco Resort, including your preferred room type, diving, excursions, equipment rental, transfers and any special requests. Share your travel dates, group size, diving experience and budget, and we’ll recommend the best options for your trip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We’ll also help with practical travel planning, including flight routes, arrival timings and resort transfers, making sure your itinerary works as smoothly as possible from start to finish.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once you’ve finalised your plans, your travel expert will put a complimentary hold on your preferred room and send a final quote that includes accommodation, meals, diving, transfers, rental equipment or excursions. This quote will also show any extras paid in advance or at the resort - there are no hidden fees - as well as a payment schedule and cancellation terms and conditions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Your booking is confirmed once the required deposit, or full payment when necessary, has been received.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After confirmation, your dedicated guest concierge will take over and assist with flight routes, transfers, any personal information required by the resort, and questions about your reservation. They are there to make the entire process as straightforward as possible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Ready to start planning you trip? \u003Ca href=\"#chat\">Chat with a travel expert now\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking for some more information about dive resorts in Raja Ampat? \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fdestination\u002Findonesia\u002Fwest-papua\u002Fraja-ampat\u002Fdive-resorts-in-raja-ampat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read more in our guide here\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Ch3>Getting there\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>The closest airport is Sorong Airport (SOQ) in West Papua. Most international guests reach Sorong via hubs such as Jakarta or Bali, preferably on an overnight domestic flight to arrive in time for onward transfers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cove Eco Resort runs scheduled transfers on Mondays and Saturdays only. Guest are collected from the airport and taken to the harbour, where they board the public ferry to Waisai, then onward to Yeben Island onboard the resort’s boat. Direct transfers to the  resort are not normally possible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Guests should plan to arrive in Sorong early in the morning on the day of arrival, and the resort requests that guests arrive in Sorong no later than 07:00, with departure from Sorong around 09:00 and arrival at Cove Eco Resort around 12:00–12:30, depending on the weather. On check-out day, departure from Yeben is early in the morning, with arrival in Sorong around 12:00–12:30. Flights out of Sorong should be booked after 14:00 to allow for the transfer, ferry, weather and check-in. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Transfers can be arranged from selected resorts along the transfer route, but alternative pickup points must be confirmed in advance and are at an extra cost. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>Other activities\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>As well as being perfect for dedicated divers, Cove Eco Resort is well suited to snorkellers and non-divers as well. Yeben’s reefs can be snorkelled from the jetty or beach, and guided snorkelling is available on the house reef or by boat. Snorkellers may also be able to join around half of the dive sites, depending on conditions and suitability of the site. Kayaks and stand-up paddleboards are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and guests can even kayak around Yeben Island which can take around half a day. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Excursions on offer include trips to Piaynemo, Star Lagoon, Fam, Manta Cove, Gam, Yeben Kecil and Yeben Batu, with additional trips to places such as Wayag, Kri, Kabui Bay, The Passage and Hidden Bay possible at extra cost and subject to conditions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>Good to know\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Nearest airport\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Sorong Airport (SOQ)\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Transfer days\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Scheduled arrivals and departures on Monday and Saturday only\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Transfer route\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Sorong to Waisai using the ferry, then resort boat to Yeben Island\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Flight timing\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Arrive in Sorong by 07:00; depart Sorong after 14:00\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Rooms\u003C\u002Fstrong>: All cottages have air-conditioning, ceiling fan and hot water\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Electricity\u003C\u002Fstrong>: 24-hour electricity is available in cottages\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>WiFi\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Available, but slow and best for messaging, email and light browsing\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Dining\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Full board, with tea, local coffee and water included\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Alcohol\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Available at extra cost; corkage may apply \u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Dive groups\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Maximum four divers per guide\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Nitrox\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Included for certified nitrox divers\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Marine park fees\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Raja Ampat fees apply for guests aged 12 and above\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Family suitability\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Superior Cottages can accommodate families up to five\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>","\u003Ch3>Diving at Cove Eco Resort\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>Cove Eco Resort has an onsite dive centre offering guided boat diving, rental equipment, nitrox, courses and camera support. The dive schedule includes either two morning dives or two morning dives plus an afternoon dive, depending on the package booked. The first diving day is normally the day after check-in, with reduced diving on the final dive day to respect no-fly safety margins. Dive groups are kept to a maximum of four divers per guide. Nitrox is included for certified nitrox divers, and nitrox certification can be arranged at the resort. Rental equipment includes Scubapro BCDs, wetsuits, regulators and dive computers, and photographers can use a camera room with lights and charging sockets. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The resort’s location on Yeben gives access to a mix of local reefs, manta sites, current-fed channels and more remote northern sites. Nearby dive sites include Mayhem, Citrus Ridge, Melissa’s Garden, Anita’s Garden, My Reef, Manta Cove, Meos Mangara, Yeben Shallow, Yeben Corden, Rufus Wall, Rufus Ridge, Manta Sandy and Arborek. The reefs around Yeben are particularly popular with guests looking to explore lesser-known sites, while the wider region offers plenty of classic Raja Ampat diving, including with mantas, schooling fish, reef sharks, soft corals, hard coral gardens and rich macro life. Conditions often involve current, and the site choice is based on guests’ experience levels.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>Diving in Raja Ampat\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>Raja Ampat is one of Indonesia’s signature dive destinations, known for exceptional reef biodiversity, healthy coral systems, manta rays, reef sharks, schooling fish, wobbegong sharks, soft corals and dramatic reef topography. The diving is broadly divided between the northern and central regions around the Dampier Strait, Gam, Waigeo, Mansuar and Kri, and the southern region around Misool. Northern Raja Ampat is known for nutrient-rich currents, dense fish life, hard and soft coral gardens and famous sites such as Cape Kri, Blue Magic, Manta Sandy, Arborek Jetty, Mayhem and The Passage. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cove Eco Resort is ideal for guests looking for a resort stay with diving in both the central and northern Dampier Strait, as well as excursions around Piaynemo, Fam, Gam and, at extra cost, Wayag. 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Each has its own particular charms and highlights but all are home to an extraordinary wealth of species and offer some truly spectacular diving.\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Visit the heart of the famous ‘Coral Triangle’\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Dive reefs with the highest recorded marine diversity on the planet\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Swim with giant oceanic manta rays\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Encounter whale sharks in Triton Bay\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Enjoy pristine white sand beaches and turquoise lagoons\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Search for 'walking sharks' on a night dive\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>","Try to describe the diving in West Papua and you soon run out of superlatives - beautiful, pristine, extraordinary, dramatic, exciting and stunning all easily roll off the tongue. The landscape both above and below the surface of the sea is amongst the most beautiful on the planet and with so many diving areas and fabulous resorts, West Papua must rank as one of the top destinations in the world for discerning divers. Once the domain of exploratory liveaboards, West Papua is now home to an ever-increasing number of beautiful resorts - many of which have become leaders in sustainable dive travel and conservation in Raja Ampat and beyond.","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FWest-Papua-Raja-Ampat-Indonesia-Banner.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FWest-Papua-Raja-Ampat-Indonesia-Portrait.jpg",{"type":301,"id":298,"url":31,"slug":299,"title":30,"code":300,"subtitle":363,"tagline":364,"overviewHighlight":365,"overviewText":366,"shortHighlight":367,"introduction":368,"banner":369,"cardPortrait":370,"status":289},"Home to the world’s most exciting diving at the heart of the Coral Triangle","Dive the most biodiverse seas on earth, home to pristine coral reefs, manta rays, whale sharks and spectacular species, in the heart of the coral triangle.","\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Dive with manta rays, sharks, and the seldom-seen mola mola\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Stunning Coral Triangle biodiversity with thousands of species on display \u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Explore remote diving destinations, visited by just a few intrepid guests each year \u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Search for spectacular species in the best muck diving destinations on the planet\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Dive from a traditional phinisi, or find your perfect beachfront resort\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr \u002F>\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>The island nation of Indonesia straddles the equator between the Indian and Pacific Oceans at the heart of the Coral Triangle - the epicentre of our planet’s marine biodiversity. Indonesia is without a doubt one of the world’s most incredible destinations for adventure, both above and below the waves. With over 17,000 islands waiting to be explored, you’ll never run out of things to see and do in this sprawling archipelago. Indonesia is home to an exotic blend of cultures, party hotspots and islands so remote that only a few visitors grace their shores each year. Plus, rumbling volcanic peaks, emerald green rice paddies, and impenetrable jungles dating back millions of years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cbr \u002F>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For scuba divers, Indonesia offers even more unbeatable experiences. Nowhere else on earth can visitors experience such a range of spectacular diving - from encounters with massive whale sharks, mola mola, and oceanic manta rays, to muck dives with spectacular octopus and the exceedingly rare psychedelic frogfish. Not to mention a staggering variety of landscapes from dizzying drop-offs and towering pinnacles, to kaleidoscopic fringing coral reefs, and silt and rubble slopes of black volcanic sand. With so much to see and do in this stunning underwater world, you’re nearly guaranteed the trip of a lifetime - no matter where or when you decide to visit!\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>With its backdrop of volcanoes, jungles, verdant rice fields and palm-fringed beaches, this island nation is for most divers, their dream destination.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr \u002F>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Encounter manta rays, sharks and schooling fish in Komodo, West Papua, Bali and the Banda Sea\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Explore the rich macro sites of Sulawesi, Ambon, Alor, Komodo and Bali\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Drift over some of the worlds finest reefs in West Papua, Sulawesi and the Banda Sea\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Watch Mola Mola being cleaned in Bali - the only place in the world where sightings are guaranteed\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Dive with whale sharks in West Papua or Kalimantan\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Explore the rich cultures that make Indonesia such an extraordinary country\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>","The island nation of Indonesia straddles the equator between the Indian and Pacific Oceans and lies at the heart of the ‘Coral Triangle’ - the epicentre of the world’s marine biodiversity. Nowhere on earth can visitors experience such a range of spectacular diving - from encounters with huge whale sharks and oceanic manta rays, to muck dives with beautiful Rhinopias and the exceedingly rare psychedelic frogfish.","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FGeneral\u002FKomodo-Padar-Indonesia-Banner.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FGeneral\u002FKomodo-Padar-Indonesia-Portrait.jpg","Scuba diving 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Fish",[430],"schooling_fish","schooling-fish","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIcons\u002Fmain_selection_schoolingfish.svg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FSpecies\u002Fspecies_schooling_fish_silhouette.jpg",[383],{"January":385,"February":385,"March":385,"April":385,"May":385,"June":385,"July":385,"August":385,"September":385,"October":385,"November":385,"December":385},{"id":437,"title":438,"parent":428,"tags":439,"type_slug":431,"icon":442,"img":443,"type":444,"visibilityByMonth":445,"likelihood":386},"451","Schooling reef 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reefs",[462],"coral_reefs","reefs-walls","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIcons\u002Fmain_selection_reefs.svg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FSpecies\u002Fspecies_reefs.jpg",[383],{"January":385,"February":385,"March":385,"April":385,"May":385,"June":385,"July":385,"August":385,"September":385,"October":385,"November":385,"December":385},{"id":469,"title":470,"parent":460,"tags":471,"type_slug":463,"icon":474,"img":475,"type":476,"visibilityByMonth":477,"likelihood":386},"473","Healthy 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life",[482,473],"plentiful_reef_life","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIcons\u002Fanenomefish.svg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FSpecies\u002Fspecies_prolific_reef_life.jpg",[383],{"January":385,"February":385,"March":385,"April":385,"May":385,"June":385,"July":385,"August":385,"September":385,"October":385,"November":385,"December":385},{"id":488,"title":489,"parent":460,"tags":490,"type_slug":463,"icon":492,"img":493,"type":494,"visibilityByMonth":495,"likelihood":386},"476","Soft corals",[491,473],"soft_corals","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIcons\u002Fsoft_coral.svg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FSpecies\u002Fspecies_softcoral_2.jpg",[383],{"January":385,"February":385,"March":385,"April":385,"May":385,"June":385,"July":385,"August":385,"September":385,"October":385,"November":385,"December":385},{"id":497,"title":498,"parent":460,"tags":499,"type_slug":463,"icon":501,"img":502,"type":503,"visibilityByMonth":504,"likelihood":386},"474","Walls & 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pinnacles and lagoons, make sure you visit Wayag in the north.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>When diving with the manta rays in the Dampier Strait, divers must adhere to strict guidelines. Make sure you visit the ranger station before the dive.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>If you arrive in Sorong early, you can make use of one of the hotels for a few hours before your resort transfer leaves - we recommend the Swiss Bell hotel.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>",[519,520,521,522,523,524,525,526,527,528,529,530,531,532],"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FRaja-Ampat\u002FRaja-Ampat-Indonesia-Diving-14.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FRaja-Ampat\u002FRaja-Ampat-Indonesia-Diving-11.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FRaja-Ampat\u002FRaja-Ampat-Indonesia-Diving-5.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FRaja-Ampat\u002FRaja-Ampat-Indonesia-Diving-9.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FRaja-Ampat\u002FRaja-Ampat-Indonesia-Diving-3.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FRaja-Ampat\u002FRaja-Ampat-Indonesia-Diving-12.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FRaja-Ampat\u002FRaja-Ampat-Indonesia-Diving-7.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FRaja-Ampat\u002FRaja-Ampat-Indonesia-Diving.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FRaja-Ampat\u002FRaja-Ampat-Indonesia-Diving-10.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FRaja-Ampat\u002FRaja-Ampat-Indonesia-Diving-8.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FRaja-Ampat\u002FRaja-Ampat-Indonesia-Diving-15.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FRaja-Ampat\u002FRaja-Ampat-Indonesia-Diving-6.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FRaja-Ampat\u002FRaja-Ampat-Indonesia-Diving-2.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FRaja-Ampat\u002FRaja-Ampat-Indonesia-Diving-13.jpg",[534],{"type":535,"tabTitle":536,"tabContent":537,"icon":538,"diveType":539,"diveLevel":540,"divingSeason":541,"depth":542,"visibility":543,"temperature":544,"speciesCalendar":383},"tab","Raja Ampat scuba diving","\u003Cp>The diving in Raja Ampat can be broadly divided into two main areas. The north with its nutrient-rich currents, denser fish life and better hard corals. While Misool Island in the south offers divers better visibility and more plentiful soft corals. \u003Cbr \u002F>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>Mansuar Island and the Dampier Strait\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>Mansuar Island and the Dampier Strait are the heart of Raja Ampat’s northern diving. This area is home to Raja Ampat’s original dive resorts and many of the famous dive sites. Here, divers can explore sites such as Chicken Reef, Sardine Reef, Batu Lima, Blue Magic and Cape Kri in the east, and Manta Ridge, Manta Sandy and Arborek Jetty in the west. Raja Ampat’s northern dive sites feature fantastic biodiversity, large numbers of schooling fish and plenty of action when the currents are running. Due to the popularity of the Dampier Strait, there is now a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fconservation\u002Fraja-ampat-sea-centre\">ranger station at Manta Sandy\u003C\u002Fa> to ensure divers follow the correct rules when diving with manta rays.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>North of the Dampier Strait\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>North of the Dampier Strait are the islands of Waigeo and Gam. This area is home to the aptly named Mayhem dive site and the famous Passage - a narrow channel that cuts between the two islands. The tidal flow through the Passage creates the ideal conditions for filter feeders. Divers can drift between huge soft corals and sea fans which reach for the surface beneath the overhanging mangroves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>Misool Island\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>Located to the south of the main islands, Misool’s diving is characterised by dramatic underwater landscapes, stunning reefs and manta rays. Divers will find lots of pinnacles and ridges carpeted in beautiful fans, soft corals and sponges. Dive sites such as Boo and Fiabacet have become famous for glorious reef diving, whilst Magic Mountain attracts divers in search of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Farticles\u002Fzublu-insights\u002Fbest-places-to-dive-with-manta-rays-in-asia\">giant oceanic manta rays\u003C\u002Fa>. A large number of the dive sites around Misool Island now lie within the Misool Marine Reserve, a protected area twice the size of Singapore! And the results of this protection are clear, with fish populations booming and the number of sharks increasing every year.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIcons\u002Fdiving.svg","Reefs","Beginner upwards","North Raja Ampat - year round. South Raja Ampat - September to July.","5 - 35m","10 - 35m","27 - 29C",[546,550,553,556,559],{"type":547,"tabTitle":548,"tabContent":549},"richtext","About Raja Ampat, Indonesia","\u003Cp>Raja Ampat is an archipelago of over 1,500 small islands and reefs surrounding the four main islands of Misool, Salawati, Batanta and Waigeo - the ‘Four Kings’ that give Raja Ampat its name. Despite being a province of Indonesia, the islands of Raja Ampat feel like part of a different world - one with a promise of exploration and discovery.\u003Cbr \u002F>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>West Papua is home to some dramatically rugged terrain and an incredible diversity of plants, and the late arrival of tourism has helped to preserve the region's unique biological and cultural diversity. Raja Ampat’s exceptional diving is a similar treasure trove of unique species. In fact, Cape Kri on Mansuar Island in the Dampier Strait holds the record for the most number of fish species recorded on a single dive. Raja Ampat is so species-rich and such a vital area for reef conservation that the entire area has been protected as part of the Bird’s Head Seascape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Raja Ampat is not as isolated as it once was, with dive resorts being developed throughout the archipelago, and liveaboards running regular trips to famous dive sites. But this string of beautiful islands still holds on to a lingering sense of being perched at the edge of the world. Remote, beautiful and exhilarating, the ‘Four Kings’ rightly hold on to their crown as offering some of the best diving on the planet.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"type":547,"tabTitle":551,"tabContent":552},"Getting to Raja Ampat","\u003Cp>The main point of entry is the town of Sorong, which can be reached from Bali or Jakarta via Makassar, Ambon or Manado. Many guests consider breaking up the long sequence of flights and transfers with a stopover, for instance in Ambon to explore the macro life, before heading to Sorong. To maximise time in West Papua, guests should consider flying to Jakarta, then getting the overnight flight to Sorong. This will get you to West Papua in time to meet the resort transfer boats. Click here for more information on \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Farticles\u002Fzublu-insights\u002Fgetting-to-remote-destinations-in-indonesia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to get to Raja Ampat and Sorong\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once in Sorong, onward transfers to your dive resort or liveaboard in Raja Ampat are arranged by the dive operators. Public transport is not an option.\u003Cspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>",{"type":547,"tabTitle":554,"tabContent":555},"Dive resorts and liveaboards in Raja Ampat","\u003Cp>For many years, Raja Ampat had just one dive resort and a handful of liveaboards that explored the region. Today, the situation has changed considerably. There are now many different liveaboards operating in Raja Ampat and quite a few dive resorts concentrated in and around the Dampier Strait. Visitors can even stay at a dive resort located on the remote Misool Island. The majority are \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Farticles\u002Fzublu-insights\u002Fbest-eco-friendly-dive-resorts\">‘eco’ resorts that employ sustainable practices\u003C\u002Fa> whenever possible, recycle when they can and use alternative sources of energy. But many believe liveaboards are the best way to explore Raja Ampat, offering action-packed schedules that visit all the famous dive sites.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All of the Raja Ampat resorts and liveaboards featured by ZuBlu are relatively expensive in comparison to other destinations in Indonesia. And, while diving Raja Ampat on a budget is possible, we recommend professionally-managed resorts with a reputation for high standards and safety due to the remote and isolated location.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Ready to book your dive holiday in Raja Ampat? Learn more about booking your dive resort or liveaboard below.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fdestination\u002Findonesia\u002Fwest-papua\u002Fraja-ampat\u002Fdive-resorts-in-raja-ampat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u003Cstrong>Learn more about booking a dive resort in Raja Ampat >>>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fdestination\u002Findonesia\u002Fwest-papua\u002Fraja-ampat\u002Fliveaboards-in-raja-ampat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u003Cstrong>Lean more about booking a liveaboard in Raja Ampat >>>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>",{"type":547,"tabTitle":557,"tabContent":558},"Raja Ampat diving seasons and weather","\u003Cp>Two distinct seasons can influence Raja Ampat’s diving conditions. The northwest monsoon runs from October to April and is considered the best time to visit. From June to September the southeast monsoon brings winds and rough seas to Misool, in the south of Raja Ampat, and Triton Bay further south. In fact, dive resorts in Misool and Triton Bay close down during this period as the waves can make diving conditions difficult. The northern and central areas of Raja Ampat are more sheltered from these winds and remain open all year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This being the tropics, you can expect some rain whatever time of year you visit. The wettest times are around November and December, and July and August, but the rainfall is normally short and sharp and soon clears away. Water temperatures are warm year-round, never varying much between 27-29C.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"type":547,"tabTitle":560,"tabContent":561},"Lagoons and viewpoints of Raja Ampat","\u003Ch3>Central Raja Ampat\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>Boasting countless mushroom-like karst islets floating in turquoise bays, Piaynemo is home to several famous lookouts and iconic lagoon excursions in Raja Ampat – including the much-snapped Star Lagoon. Also known as Penemu or Pulau Penem, this island forms part of the Fam Archipelago in central Raja Ampat, roughly 40-kilometres due west of the Dampier Strait. The islands are regularly included on \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fs\u002Fliveaboards\u002Findonesia\u002Fwest-papua\u002Fraja-ampat\">Raja Ampat liveaboard itineraries\u003C\u002Fa> and can be reached from resorts including \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fresort\u002Findonesia\u002Fmeridian-adventure-dive\">Meridian Adventure Dive\u003C\u002Fa>, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fresort\u002Findonesia\u002Fpapua-paradise-eco-resort\">Papua Paradise\u003C\u002Fa>, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fresort\u002Findonesia\u002Fpapua-explorers\">Papua Explorers\u003C\u002Fa>, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fresort\u002Findonesia\u002Fraja-ampat-biodiversity-resort\">Raja Ampat Biodiversity\u003C\u002Fa>, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fresort\u002Findonesia\u002Fsorido-bay-resort\">Sorido Bay\u003C\u002Fa>, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fresort\u002Findonesia\u002Fkri-eco-resort\">Kri Eco Resort\u003C\u002Fa>, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fresort\u002Findonesia\u002Fdive-into-raja-ampat\">Dive Into Raja Ampat\u003C\u002Fa>, and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fresort\u002Findonesia\u002Fwai-resort\">Wai Resort\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The same resorts can normally organise excursions to the traditional village of Arborek and into Kabui Bay – home of The Passage dive and snorkel site. Hidden Bay is another highlight of this region, located on the northwest peninsula of Gam Island. The bay is accessed via a long, narrow channel which cuts into the island and eventually opens up into a fjord-like labyrinth of emerald green islets surrounded by glassy lagoons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>North Raja Ampat\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>In the north of Raja Ampat, the views from atop the 200-metre tall Mount Pindito on Wayag are utterly breathtaking – and not just due to the climb. This limestone tower overlooks the protected central lagoon, where angular islands rise from the idyllic water to create a rare nursery for juvenile manta rays and other much-loved marine life. Unfortunately, lying over 80-kilometres north of Piaynemo, the islands of Wayag are generally beyond the reach of guests staying within the Dampier Strait. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If you can’t bear to miss this awe-inspiring natural attraction, consider a liveaboard itinerary heading to North Raja Ampat. Or, if resorts are more your thing, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fresort\u002Findonesia\u002Fcove-eco-resort\">Cove Eco Resort\u003C\u002Fa> is the perfect compromise. Situated on the island of Yeben, this resort is conveniently placed to explore the Dampier Strait, Piaynemo, and Gam, while also lying around a two-and-a-half hour boat ride from Wayag, making day trips possible at an extra cost.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>South Raja Ampat\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>The large island of Misool lies in the far south of Raja Ampat, over 150-kilometres south of Waisai, placing it far beyond the reach of day trips from the Dampier Strait. Many of the main attractions here lie hidden amongst clusters of smaller islands situated along Misool’s coast. Within these scattered island chains, visitors can explore an exceptional array of picture-perfect panoramas and unique natural attractions. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within an area known as Yellu, southeast of Misool, lie the lagoons of Wayibatan and Karawapop – including the heart-shaped Love Lagoon. These attractions are easily accessible from \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fresort\u002Findonesia\u002Fmisool-eco-resort\">Misool Eco Resort\u003C\u002Fa>, requiring a short boat ride lasting 20-minutes or so. Other spectacular lagoons include those of Balbulol and Yapap, located further north along Misool’s eastern coast around the islands of Wagmab and Farondi. These are harder to reach from the resort but are included on many \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fs\u002Fliveaboards\u002Findonesia\u002Fwest-papua\u002Fraja-ampat\">southern Raja Ampat liveaboard itineraries\u003C\u002Fa>. Within this area, visitors can also explore the Tomolol caves, Lenmakana jellyfish lake, and the peaks of Harfat and Dafalen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>","Year round in the north, October to June in the south.","\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Dive the most biodiverse reefs on the planet\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Encounter both manta rays and schooling fish\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Explore pristine beaches, hidden lagoons and towering limestone pinnacles\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>",[565,568,571],{"type":373,"subFooterTitle":566,"subFooterText":567,"metaDescription":27},"Dive resorts in Raja Ampat, Indonesia","\u003Cp>Discover Raja Ampat’s world-famous scuba diving from a top-rated dive resort, and visit famous dive destinations such as Waigeo, Dampier Strait, Piaynemo and Misool. ZuBlu's extensive selection of dive resorts includes luxury properties with overwater rooms, boutique beachfront resorts, and affordable options for divers traveling on a budget. Choose from resorts with all inclusive dive packages, nitrox, camera facilities and a range of rooms - as well as exceptional house reef diving - and you can be sure to find your ideal dive holiday.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cbr \u002F>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether you’re traveling solo, with family or in a group, ZuBlu’s expert travel team will help you find the right dive resort in Raja Ampat, including those that cater for both divers and snorkelers, beginners and more experienced guests. Read customer reviews, compare facilities and rooms, and find out exactly how much your tailor-made dive holiday will cost - there are no hidden fees. Take advantage of ZuBlu's best price guarantee and exclusive deals, while low deposits, flexible booking terms, 24\u002F7 customer support and secure payments means you can book your next scuba diving holiday in confidence.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"type":569,"linkUrl":570},"specialOffersLink","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fspecial-offers",{"type":572,"bannerId":573,"banner":574},"downloadGuide","raja-ampat-dive-guide",{"bannerId":573,"bannerTitle":575,"zohoLinkId":576,"bannerBodyText":577,"bannerCTAText":578,"bannerCTALink":579,"bannerBackground":580,"downloadGuideText":581,"downloadGuideUrl":582},"Free guide to diving Raja Ampat, Triton Bay and Cenderawasih Bay","4308641000008658022","\u003Cp>Discover the best places to dive in Raja Ampat, Triton Bay and Cenderawasih Bay in this free guide to West Papua's diving.\u003C\u002Fp>","Read now","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.flipsnack.com\u002Fzublu\u002Fraja-ampat-guide-zublu\u002Ffull-view.html","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FRaja_Ampat_Guide.JPG","Free Raja Ampat diving guide","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Farticles\u002Fzublu-insights\u002Fbest-places-to-dive-in-raja-ampat-and-west-papua",[584,598,618,632],{"type":288,"id":585,"url":586,"slug":587,"title":588,"code":589,"subtitle":590,"tagline":68,"overviewHighlight":27,"overviewText":27,"shortHighlight":591,"introduction":592,"banner":593,"cardPortrait":594,"status":289,"parent":595},"803","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fdestination\u002Findonesia\u002Fwest-papua\u002Ftriton-bay","triton-bay","Triton Bay","IND_TRI","Explore the remote Triton Bay, home to some of West Papua’s best diving, incredible endemic species, whale sharks and more","\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Visit a true frontier diving destination untouched by development\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Explore the bay's unique habitats, decorated with colourful soft corals\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Join a liveaboard trip and combine Triton Bay and Raja Ampat\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Swim with whale sharks at local fishing platforms\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>","Located at the heart of the Kaimana Marine Protected Area in West Papua, Triton Bay is the final frontier of diving in Indonesia. The region was first surveyed in 2006 and is still being explored today, with new dive sites located every year. Boasting unique underwater habitats, colourful soft corals, incredible endemic species and whale sharks, Triton Bay feels like a time capsule from the past - remote, pristine and awaiting exploration.","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FTriton-Bay\u002FTriton-Bay-West-Papua-Indonesia-Banner.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FTriton-Bay\u002FTriton-Bay-West-Papua-Indonesia-Portrait.jpg",[596,597],{"type":353,"id":291,"url":294,"slug":293,"title":292,"code":295,"subtitle":354,"tagline":355,"overviewHighlight":356,"overviewText":357,"shortHighlight":358,"introduction":359,"banner":360,"cardPortrait":361,"status":289},{"type":301,"id":298,"url":31,"slug":299,"title":30,"code":300,"subtitle":363,"tagline":364,"overviewHighlight":365,"overviewText":366,"shortHighlight":367,"introduction":368,"banner":369,"cardPortrait":370,"status":289},{"type":288,"id":599,"url":600,"slug":601,"title":602,"code":603,"subtitle":604,"tagline":68,"overviewHighlight":27,"overviewText":27,"shortHighlight":605,"introduction":606,"banner":607,"cardPortrait":608,"status":289,"parent":609},"8698","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fdestination\u002Findonesia\u002Fmaluku\u002Fbanda-sea-forgotten-islands","banda-sea-forgotten-islands","Banda Sea and Forgotten Islands","IND_BND","Explore the spectacular reefs and islands of this remote paradise, dive with hammerhead sharks, sea snakes and more, and discovering the history of the ‘Spice Islands’.","\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Search for hammerheads on current-swept pinnacles & reefs\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Encounter hundreds of sea snakes at Gunung Api & Manuk\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Dive some of Indonesia’s best preserved reefs\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Explore the rich culture of the original ‘Spice Islands’\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>","One of the last frontiers of dive exploration in Asia, the Banda Sea is a remote haven for marine life that until recent years remained largely unexplored. Offering that perfect combination of spectacular reefs, exhilarating marine life encounters and a fascinating history, adventurous guests can now explore the Banda Sea on a liveaboard in search of a once-in-a lifetime dive experience.","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FBanda-Sea\u002FBanda-Sea-Forgotten-Islands-Indonesia-Banner.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FBanda-Sea\u002FBanda-Sea-Forgotten-Islands-Indonesia-Portrait.jpg",[610,617],{"type":353,"id":611,"url":612,"slug":613,"title":614,"code":615,"subtitle":27,"tagline":27,"overviewHighlight":27,"overviewText":27,"shortHighlight":27,"introduction":27,"banner":68,"cardPortrait":68,"status":616},"2063","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fdestination\u002Findonesia\u002Fmaluku","maluku","Maluku","IND_MAL","disabled",{"type":301,"id":298,"url":31,"slug":299,"title":30,"code":300,"subtitle":363,"tagline":364,"overviewHighlight":365,"overviewText":366,"shortHighlight":367,"introduction":368,"banner":369,"cardPortrait":370,"status":289},{"type":288,"id":619,"url":620,"slug":621,"title":622,"code":623,"subtitle":624,"tagline":68,"overviewHighlight":27,"overviewText":27,"shortHighlight":625,"introduction":626,"banner":627,"cardPortrait":628,"status":289,"parent":629},"19679","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fdestination\u002Findonesia\u002Fwest-papua\u002Fcenderawasih-bay","cenderawasih-bay","Cenderawasih Bay","IND_CEN","Dive with whale sharks and WWII wrecks in Cenderawasih Bay National Park – the largest protected area in Indonesia.","\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Encounter Cenderawasih Bay’s famous whale sharks at Kwatisore Bay\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Explore the remains of WWII shipwrecks at Manokwari and Biak\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Surprising macro finds including pygmy seahorses, frogfish and more\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Dive Cenderawasih Bay onboard a spectacular liveaboard\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>","If you've ever dreamt of diving with the world's biggest shark, there's no better place than the remote Cenderawasih Bay National Park. As Southeast Asia’s largest national park, Cenderawasih Bay boasts over 500 kilometres of coastline, many WWII shipwrecks, world-class muck diving, and plenty of endemic species. And with near-guaranteed whale shark encounters and plenty to explore, the remote Cenderawasih Bay is an incredible destination for an adventurous dive getaway.","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FCenderawasih-Bay\u002FCenderawasih-Bay-Papua-Indonesia-Diving-Banner-2.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FCenderawasih-Bay\u002FCenderawasih-Bay-Papua-Indonesia-Diving-Portrait.jpg",[630,631],{"type":353,"id":291,"url":294,"slug":293,"title":292,"code":295,"subtitle":354,"tagline":355,"overviewHighlight":356,"overviewText":357,"shortHighlight":358,"introduction":359,"banner":360,"cardPortrait":361,"status":289},{"type":301,"id":298,"url":31,"slug":299,"title":30,"code":300,"subtitle":363,"tagline":364,"overviewHighlight":365,"overviewText":366,"shortHighlight":367,"introduction":368,"banner":369,"cardPortrait":370,"status":289},{"type":288,"id":633,"url":634,"slug":635,"title":636,"code":637,"subtitle":638,"tagline":68,"overviewHighlight":27,"overviewText":27,"shortHighlight":639,"introduction":640,"banner":641,"cardPortrait":642,"status":289,"parent":643},"4067","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fdestination\u002Findonesia\u002Fnusa-tenggara\u002Falor","alor","Alor","IND_ALO","Dive pristine reefs, hunt for extraordinary critters and explore Alor’s unique cultures and landscapes","\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Dive reefs with exceptional biodiversity in the heart of the coral triangle\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Encounter hammerhead sharks during seasonal cold water upwellings\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Hunt for critters at muck diving sites in Kalabahi and Beangabang Bay\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Explore Nusa Tenggara Timor’s unique cultures and landscapes\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>","Located in the heart of the Coral Triangle, 1,000km east of Bali, Alor and the Pantar Strait provide world-class diving exploring some of the most pristine coral reefs in Indonesia. With its currents and critters, beautiful reefs, volcanoes and villages lost in time, Alor is one of Indonesia’s last frontiers; there are few other places where visitors can trek to the rim of a volcano, visit traditional villages and dive in search of hammerhead sharks - all in a single day.","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FNTT\u002FAlor\u002FAlor-Pantar-Nusa-Tenggara-Indonesia-Banner.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FNTT\u002FAlor\u002FAlor-Pantar-Nusa-Tenggara-Indonesia-Portrait.jpg",[644,650],{"type":353,"id":645,"url":646,"slug":647,"title":648,"code":649,"subtitle":27,"tagline":27,"overviewHighlight":27,"overviewText":27,"shortHighlight":27,"introduction":27,"banner":68,"cardPortrait":68,"status":616},"4066","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fdestination\u002Findonesia\u002Fnusa-tenggara","nusa-tenggara","Nusa Tenggara","IND_TEN",{"type":301,"id":298,"url":31,"slug":299,"title":30,"code":300,"subtitle":363,"tagline":364,"overviewHighlight":365,"overviewText":366,"shortHighlight":367,"introduction":368,"banner":369,"cardPortrait":370,"status":289},[652,654,656,658],{"id":230,"title":231,"slug":232,"url":233,"entryType":165,"introduction":234,"supplier_thumbnail":235,"destination":653,"packageStartingPrice":237,"rating":175,"reviewImage":176,"reviewLink":238,"reviewName":239,"totalReview":240},{"title":170,"slug":171},{"id":219,"title":220,"slug":221,"url":222,"entryType":165,"introduction":223,"supplier_thumbnail":224,"destination":655,"packageStartingPrice":226,"rating":175,"reviewImage":176,"reviewLink":227,"reviewName":220,"totalReview":228},{"title":170,"slug":171},{"id":242,"title":243,"slug":244,"url":245,"entryType":165,"introduction":246,"supplier_thumbnail":247,"destination":657,"packageStartingPrice":249,"rating":175,"reviewImage":176,"reviewLink":250,"reviewName":243,"totalReview":251},{"title":170,"slug":171},{"id":659,"title":660,"slug":661,"url":662,"entryType":165,"introduction":663,"supplier_thumbnail":664,"destination":665,"packageStartingPrice":666,"rating":667,"reviewImage":27,"reviewLink":27,"reviewName":27,"totalReview":323},"37605","Dive Into Raja Ampat Resort","dive-into-raja-ampat","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fresort\u002Findonesia\u002Fdive-into-raja-ampat","Designed by divers for divers, Dive Into Raja Ampat Resort offers all the services you'll need for the dive vacation of a lifetime. Relax and enjoy a serene jungle stay, with delicious family-style meals, secluded villas and bungalows surrounded by rainforest, and a remote location, kilometres from the next resort. Dive three times a day on Raja Ampat's most impressive reefs, home to sharks and manta rays, and go on adventures amongst some of Indonesia's most spectacular landscapes. And, trust that your private scuba equipment and underwater photography setup will be perfectly looked after with modern facilities and excellent service.","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FIndonesia\u002FWest-Papua\u002FDive-Into-Raja-Ampat\u002FDive-Into-Raja-Ampat-Indonesia-thumb.jpg",{"title":170,"slug":171},90,"0.0",[669,681,694,706],{"id":670,"title":671,"slug":672,"url":673,"entryType":674,"introduction":675,"supplier_thumbnail":676,"destination":677,"packageStartingPrice":678,"rating":175,"reviewImage":176,"reviewLink":679,"reviewName":27,"totalReview":680},"33164","Tiare","tiare","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fliveaboard\u002Findonesia\u002Ftiare","liveaboard","Elegant, welcoming and tailored towards discerning guests, Tiare liveaboard is a luxurious yet traditional Indonesian phinisi embarks on unparalleled voyages of discovery to Indonesia’s top diving destinations. Designed as a home away from home with an extra touch of luxury, Tiaré enthusiastically welcomes both divers and non-divers aboard, and happily caters to their differing needs. Gaze over breath-taking vistas, immerse yourself in other cultures, and dive pristine, remote and sometimes unknown sites, with all the comforts of a luxury hotel. \r\n","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fimages\u002FLiveaboards\u002FTiare\u002FTiare-Liveaboard-Indonesia-thumb.jpg",{"title":30,"slug":299},550,"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.tripadvisor.com\u002FAttraction_Review-g680179-d20217460-Reviews-Tiare_Cruise-Sorong_West_Papua.html?m=68783","2",{"id":682,"title":683,"slug":684,"url":685,"entryType":674,"introduction":686,"supplier_thumbnail":687,"destination":688,"packageStartingPrice":689,"rating":690,"reviewImage":691,"reviewLink":692,"reviewName":27,"totalReview":693},"38136","Sea Safari 8","sea-safari-8","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zubludiving.com\u002Fliveaboard\u002Findonesia\u002Fsea-safari-8","Sea Safari 8 liveaboard is a traditional sailing phinisi, boasting luxuriant teak interiors, spacious and comfortable cabins, and outstanding facilities for divers and underwater photographers. Plus, highly personalised service from a passionate and professional crew. This liveaboard offers an exciting selection of itineraries in Raja Ampat, and far-flung diving areas like Wakatobi and Cenderawasih, with trips lasting a week or more. No matter which dive safari you choose, you'll have a chance to dive at some of the Indonesian Archipelago's best sites, known for exceptional coral cover, sharks, mantas, and more! 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Totally unique in the region, this modern sailing ship features inspired interior design, and incredible guest-forward details to help you enjoy each day on the water – including the archipelago’s only 21-metre accompanying dive dhoni. Treat yourself to oversized and perfectly appointed cabins, spacious and chic common areas, fine dining, and award-winning spa treatments, yoga, and bodywork. 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