Dive Ultramarine

RAJA AMPAT | SEASON: OCTOBER - APRIL

10 NIGHTS | 390 NM (723 KM)

Experience the best dive sites in both north and south Raja Ampat. In just 10 nights, see the highlights of what has taken the region’s diving pioneers over two decades of exploration to discover.

Itinerary Synopsis

Dive Raja Ampat’s most iconic sites with plenty of time to savor the sites on land as well. This voyage is pure diving heaven, without forgetting to enjoy the scenery along the way.

The sites on this itinerary will show you just why Raja Ampat is known as an ‘equatorial garden of Eden’. Dive into vast, dramatic seascapes and swim among colorful arrays of coral and ocean wildlife in the most biodiverse marine protected areas on our planet.

Itinerary Route

Dive Ultramarine Raja Ampat 10-night yacht charter itinerary map

Daily Activities

Day

Sorong - Mioskon

39 NM (73 KM) | ~ 6 HOURS

From Sorong, West Papua, embark west into the Dampier strait. At Mioskon, get in the water for a check dive in a beautiful shallow reef with bountiful fish life, then relax on the small beach to enjoy sunset.

Sea turtle swimming underwater near colorful coral

Sun setting over a hilly island in Sorong Mioskon

A scuba diver preparing his gear on board of a yacht charter in Sorong Mioskon

Large school of blue and yellow colored fish in Sorong Mioskon

a school of yellow fish in Sorong Mioskon

Day

Mioskon - Cape Kri & Sauwandarek

9 NM (17 KM) | ~ 1.5 HOURS

Dive at Blue Magic, with over 200 species of reef fish and coral, and possible manta ray sightings. Then dive at Cape Kri where Dr. Gerry Allan once counted a world-record 326 species of fish on one dive. After a dive at Sauwandarek Jetty, stroll through the local village. Cruise overnight to Wayag.

Three Indonesian boats docked at a white beach near Kri Sauwandarek

A half underwater shot of a large school of fish near Kri Sauwandarek

A scuba diver swimming with a manta ray and a school of yellow fish near Kri Sauwandarek

Day

Sauwandarek - Wayag

59 NM (110 KM) | ~ 8.5 HOURS

Wake early to climb Mount Pindito for spectacular views of Raja Ampat’s islands. Advanced divers can explore Pelagic Rock, where large schools gather to hunt. Explore Wayag’s lagoons by tender, then head for another exceptional dive at The Cathedral, a cavernous underwater playground.

Green hills and blue sea water over Raja Ampat

Day

Wayag - Kawe - Aljui Bay

24 NM (45 KM) | ~ 3.5 HOURS

Dive at Black Rock which straddles the equator, then at Eagle Rock’s cleaning station for a chance to see more manta rays. Conclude the day’s dives at Channel Island inside Aljui Bay. In the afternoon, visit an ecologically-sound pearl farm to learn how the pearls are harvested, and take a tender ride to explore inside the bay. In the evening, cruise to Penemu.

Underwater mangrove roots in Kawe Aljui Bay

Half underwater shot of Wayag, Raja Ampat

Pink soft coral underwater of Kawe Aljui Bay

Day

Ajui Bay - Penemu

26 NM (49 KM) | ~ 4 HOURS

Catch the sunrise from the top of the Penemu hills, a brisk hike well worth the rewarding panorama. The day’s dives include Melissa’s Garden, Keruo Channel, and the site literally named ‘Too Many Fish’. Cruise overnight to Misool.

Rich marine life with fish and coral underwater in Penemu

Green hills and sea water over Raja Ampat

A wooden hut and an Indonesian flag in Penemu

An orange turtle looking straight into the camera underwater

Three Indonesian natives on a wooden canoe in Penemu

Day

Penemu - Tomolol

81 NM (150 KM) | ~ 12 HOURS

Dive at Two Trees Island to catch silversides spawning, then hit up Sagof Ridge and Emily’s Reef for more silversides and squadrons of mobulas or a sighting of an endemic wobbegong shark. Cap off the day’s dives with a sunset beach BBQ.

Underwater marine life in Misool Tomolol

Day

Tomolol cave - Yilliet

16 NM (30 KM) | ~ 2.5 HOURS

The day’s first dive is at Shadow Reef / Magic Mountain, which could well be the world’s richest and liveliest reef. Next, dive Nudi Rock and Wedding Cake, then take a tender ride through karst formations in emerald waters.

Closeup of a red pinkish seahorse hiding between similarly colored corals

Green hills and blue water in Misool Yilliet

Colorful coral reef underwater Misool Yilliet

Day

Yilliet - Pelee

13 NM (25 KM) | ~ 2 HOURS

Dive the iconic, fish-packed Four Kings, then head to Gorgonian Passage / Neptune Fantasea and Two Sisters. In the afternoon, enjoy kayaking or stand up paddleboarding through the lagoons, topped off with a beach picnic.

Colorful coral reef underwater Misool Wagmab

Green hills and turquoise water near Misool Wagmab

Lively coral reef underwater of Misool Wagmab

Day

Pelee - Wagmab - Balbulol

40 NM (74 KM) | ~ 6 HOURS

Submerge under a water ridge at Three Towers, then dive at Talintung, a tiny island with a huge reef. After a dive at Love Potion Number 9, go for a tender ride or paddleboard inside Balbulol’s maze-like lagoon.

Colorful shot of different types of coral in Misool Bilbulol

a giant school of fish in Misool Balbulol

Scuba diver swimming in an underwater cave in Misool Balbulol

Day

Balbulol - Sorong

81 NM (150 KM) | ~ 12 HOURS

Dive Farondi Cavern then explore a picturesque lagoon with a paddle board or by tender. In the afternoon, climb Arfak Peak for a beautiful photo, and on the overnight cruise to Sorong, enjoy a last sunset and feast on board.

Underwater coral garden in Misool Farondi

Scuba diver woman swimming in an underwater cave in Misool Farondi

Day

Sorong -

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Disembark at Sorong and transfer to the airport.

Sun setting over Sorong with boats in the foreground

Customizing your itinerary

This sample itinerary is intended to provide an example of the most epic 10 nights of diving in the world for experienced divers. To discuss crafting the ultimate private yacht charter around your individual preferences, please enquire below or email us at: info@indoyachts.com.

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