Raja Ampat Trip 1
- Starts from Waisai
- Ends at Waisai
- 08 - 15 Dec 2019
Overview
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Sample Itinerary
Note: all schedules are subjected to changes according to weather, sea, diving, & local conditions.
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Day Trip |
Many Dives |
Remarks |
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Day 1 |
0-1 dives (3pm) |
Trip Departure day. Our staff will meet you on your arrival at Sorong Airport or local hotel and transfer you to Radhia Nitya. Arrivals before midday are best so we can make check dive at Red Light District (Lampu Merah) just outside Sorong before we get underway by 3pm for overnight sail. |
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Day 2 |
4 dives |
Misool: Wayil area with its beautiful lagoon for boat tour and super dives. |
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Day 3 |
3 dives |
Misool: Fiabacet & Boo area. Sail to overnight to Central & North Raja Ampat. |
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Day 4 |
4 dives |
Pianemu area: including famous Melissa’s Garden and stunning View Point hike. |
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Day 5 |
4 dives |
Manta Ridge & Dampier Strait |
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Day 6 |
4 dives |
Kri area: including Big Fish, Cape Kri, Sardine Run, & excellent night dive. |
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Day 7 |
2 dives |
Misokon Island; including Blue Magic & Yellow Fever. Sail back to Usahamina pier, Sorong where you spend the last night on board. Plenty of time to wash & dry equipment, have lunch, rest & relaxation, and if need be, an early flight on Trip Departure day. |
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Day 8 |
0 dives (5am-12pm) |
Check out after light breakfast, farewells, and transfer to local hotel or airport. Departure from Sorong to Manado/ Makassar/ Jakarta/ Denpasar. |
Diving days : 6 days (22 dives)
Included
- Round trip transfer local Hotel/Airport - Boat
- All nights' accommodation on Boat
- All meals (Western & Indonesian) snacks, coffee, tea, soft drinks
- Towels, toiletries, & cabin services
- FOC replacement if equipment breakdown
- Warm towel & drink after every dive
- Regular air tanks, weights, belt, 5 dive guides (1x Instructor, 4x Dive Masters)
Not Included
- All flights & hotels stay
- Marine park & harbour fee
- Dive & travel insurance
- Laundry services
- Beer
- Satellite phone
- Diving Gear; dive computer, torch, 15L tank rental, BCD, regulator, wetsuit, fins mask.
- Note: Diving Gear Items priced per diving day and are subject to availability.
- Note: Exposure suits; 3mm shorty wetsuits available ONLY.
Dive Site Information
- Water temperature : 27-30 degrees Celsius
- Air temperature : 27-32 degrees Celsius
- Visibility : 15-30 meters
- Currents : mild to strong
- Level : intermediate to advanced
- Best timeto dive : December to April
Reminder: Please Read These Before Booking
Domestic Flights
Please book before confirming your International flights to ensure you make your connection to & from Ambon.
We advise you to stay a night in a local hotel before the flight next day.
Most Domestic airlines do not allow non-Indo credit card online payments. If booked with credit card please ensure the card is with you upon Check In or have an official Airline form filled in & signed by card holder authorizing the use of.
Health & Insurance
Dive Insurance: compulsory for this trip. We also strongly advise you get adequate travel insurance. Please check your travel insurance policy for your diving needs.
Dive Computer: compulsory on this trip. We have rentals onboard if you do not have.
Follow Safe Diving Practices at ALL times plus No Deco Diving and No Solo Diving.
Travel Insurance; please note: we cannot be held accountable for airline flight changes, delays, or cancellations. We strongly advise you take out adequate insurance to cover such eventualities.
Malaria Zone: note that in this part of Indonesia we advise you take the proper precautions against malaria. The following anti-malaria drugs are considered safe with diving: Doxycycline or malarone. Mefloquine (Lariam) is NOT recommended with diving. Good preventative measures include DEET and long armed/legged clothing in evenings. If unsure consult with a diving doctor.
Travel Documents
Note: late receipt of Passport details may very likely lead to delayed departure & significant changes to the itinerary. We MUST receive guest’s details well in advance in the trip.
Visa Exemption or Visa on Arrival (VoA): many countries now receive a free 30 days on arrival, some pay USD35 to obtain VoA, others will have to obtain Visa before arrival.
Passport: ensure your passport is in good order, has enough pages, is valid for at least 6 months, and that you are able to enter Indonesia. Check with your local Indonesia Embassy if unsure.
Departure Tax: Indonesia Passenger Service Charge (IPSC) has changed (Mar-2015) to be included in your flight ticket price, please check. Carry small bills, Indonesia Rupiah preferred, as often no change given.