Raja Ampat
Indonesia
sea
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Raja Ampat, located off the northwest tip of Bird's Head Peninsula on Papua, is considered one of the most biodiverse marine habitats on Earth. This Indonesian paradise boasts over 1,500 species of fish and 500 species of coral, offering divers an unparalleled opportunity to explore pristine reefs and encounter an astonishing array of marine life.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
March, April, May, October, November, January, February, June, July, August, September, December
Jan
Good visibility, potential for manta rays and schooling fish.
Feb
Rainy season continues, but often short bursts of rain followed by sun.
Mar
End of rainy season, excellent visibility, abundant marine life.
Apr
Peak season, exceptional visibility, diverse coral reefs and pelagics.
More monthly highlights
May
Still excellent diving, good for spotting pygmy seahorses.
Jun
Transition to the wetter season, but still good diving.
Jul
Wetter season, but diving is still very good with less crowds.
Aug
Wetter season, potential for plankton blooms attracting mantas.
Sep
End of the wetter season, visibility improving.
Oct
Excellent visibility, start of the prime diving season.
Nov
Prime season, incredible biodiversity, manta ray congregations.
Dec
Still excellent diving, good for spotting sharks and large schools of fish.
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Cape Kri
Cape Kri in Raja Ampat is renowned for its incredible biodiversity, boasting the highest number of s...
40m
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Manta Sandy
Manta Sandy in Raja Ampat is a world-famous cleaning station where graceful manta rays gather to be...
20m
10 species
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Blue Magic
Dive into the vibrant waters around Blue Magic, an offshore pinnacle in Raja Ampat that pulses with...
30m
9 species
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Melissa's Garden
Melissa's Garden in Raja Ampat is a vibrant sanctuary teeming with life, boasting a remarkably healt...
28m
9 species
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Arborek Jetty
Beneath the iconic Arborek Jetty in Raja Ampat, a kaleidoscope of marine critters finds refuge among...
15m
9 species
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Citrus Ridge
Citrus Ridge in Raja Ampat lives up to its name with an explosion of vividly colored soft corals tha...
25m
10 species
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The Passage
The Passage, a narrow channel in Raja Ampat, offers a truly unique diving adventure between two isla...
25m
10 species
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