Natural features

Raja Ampat

Indonesia Papua Barat Daya

Raja Ampat
Photo: Kristof Zyskowski & Yulia Bereshpolova, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

An archipelago of 1,500 islands off West Papua with the richest marine life on earth, around 75% of all known coral species. Divers and snorkellers see manta rays, turtles and reef sharks. The karst islands of Wayag and Piaynemo give classic views.


Stay in homestays or on liveaboard boats. Fly to Sorong, then ferry to Waisai. A marine park fee applies. Best from October to April.

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