As an island nation, the Indonesian archipelago is home to an abundance of pristine waters and dive spots just waiting to be discovered.
Here are some compelling reasons why you should book a liveaboard trip to Indonesia!
Concentration marine biodiversity
The waters in Raja Ampat are famously known worldwide as the epicenter of marine biodiversity. A scientific survey conducted in 2001, recorded up to 1,000 different species of tropical fish and some have not been recorded anywhere else in the world.
Coral triangle
Indonesia, and its collection of islands and surrounding waters, are in the center of the famous Coral Triangle. For those unfamiliar, the Coral Triangle is an area that encompasses the waters of Indonesia, Malaysia and Philippines, forming a triangle of concentrated marine biodiversity. In fact, the Coral Triangle is identified as being home to the most diverse marine ecosystem on the entire planet. Raja Ampat is at the heart of this triangle, and holds the title for the most diverse marine habitat in the world.
Endemic species to encounter
Photo by: Thomas Haider
Indonesia is home to myriad of rare and endemic marine species that are not found anywhere else in the world. Being the biggest archipelagic country means you’ll have a high chance of seeing critters you’ve never seen before. Notable critters include the Nursalim Flasher Wrasse, which is endemic to Misool Island in Raja Ampat, and the Indonesian Electric Ray that is native to Java and the Komodo Islands.
Dive any time of year in Indonesia
Located on the equator, Indonesia enjoys relatively stable weather year-round – making diving accessible at any time of the year. When one location is having rough weather, there is always another area to choose for diving.
Different types of diving in one country
Being an island nation, Indonesia has no shortage of seas to explore. This translates to a variety of diving types to choose from in just one country. From wall dives and muck dives to wreck dives and underwater photography, Indonesia is a haven for diving enthusiasts.
To summarize, Indonesia is a must visit location for any diving enthusiast. The flexibility in diving locations, diving types and sheer number of marine animals to encounter, are just a few of the many reasons why it should be on your list as a liveaboard destination. Here at Calico Jack Charters we offer a variety of liveaboard sailing routes that include Raja Ampat, Cenderawasih Bay, Triton Bay and Banda Sea. Contact us for more information!
