There is no denying; Raja Ampat is world-renowned as a diving paradise. The name itself translates to the four kings in English; the four kings being the islands of Misool, Batanta, Waigeo, and Salawati, though in reality it is comprised of many smaller islands. These group of islands is home to the most pristine and immaculate corals in the world. The marine biodiversity found here is something of a natural wonder itself. It’s no wonder that Raja Ampat sits on the bucket list for many diving enthusiasts around the world.
Getting to There
Raja Ampat is located on the Northwestern region of Indonesia, close to West Papua. It is an area where the Indian Ocean meets the Pacific Ocean, resulting in a rich and abundant marine life, coral reefs and pelagic creatures to encounter. Its remote location means that the ecosystem found in Raja Ampat remains pristine and secure from overexploitation. Those interested in exploring Raja Ampat can join us in one of our diving cruises at Calico Jack, where we’ll pick you up from your hotel or Sorong airport and escort you to the harbor where you will board Calico Jack and liveaboard to Raja Ampat. Though Raja Ampat can be accessed all year round, we recommend sailing during the seasons between April, May, and June for the most pristine diving conditions.
Liveaboard cruises
Here at Calico Jack, we offer two different itineraries for those interested in Raja Ampat Liveaboard. For the most comprehensive experience, we recommend embarking on the 11 nights/12-day cruises, where we’ll be exploring an exhaustive list of destinations in and around Raja Ampat.
The cruise starts by sailing through Sele Strait heading east towards Misool, a journey that will take approximately 12 hours – plenty of time for you to meet the crew, get familiar with the gear and socialize with everyone on board. The next few days as soon as you reach Misool will be spent diving and marveling at the perfect waters of Raja Ampat. Our team at Calico Jack will guide you through the different diving spots and take you to encounter the magnificent marine creatures found in these waters. You should have a diving adventure in Raja Ampat with calico jack at least once in your lifetime
Are you ready to marvel at the absolutely pristine coral reefs, diverse marine life and excellent diving conditions in Raja Ampat? Contact us for further inquiries and information about diving adventure in Raja Ampat with Calico Jack. By contacting our team you can reserve your very own choice of itineraries to explore Raja Ampat.
