Holding the world record with 374 fish species seen on single dive by Dr. Gerry Allen, Cape Kri should be on every diver's bucket list.
Myriad soft corals and swathes of staghorn coral make for one of the most colourful dives in Raja Ampat.
As the name suggests, it is a reef that is truly magic in the blue. Home to a diverse range of schooling fish species, it is also a location where Wobbegong sharks are commonly found. And if all of that was not enticing enough, Blue Magic is also a cleaning station for the Oceanic (Giant) Manta Rays.
A reef so full with fish life that it leaves you in awe. From hunting reef sharks and pelagics all looking to capatilize on the sheer amount of fish found on this reef, it is no wonder Sardines is guest favorite and requested time and time again. Besides the Pelagics, there is also a good amount of macro life such a pygmy seahorses.
To see manta rays from the top or the bottom, that is the question! Snorkelers and divers can watch as manta rays swoop around this site, stopping off at bommies where small fish offer a cleaning service.
Raja Ampat is world renowned for its rich marine biodiversity and stunning underwater landscapes: vibrant coral reefs, diverse marine life, and crystal-clear waters. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, Raja Ampat offers a range of dive sites suitable for all levels. Papua Diving uses a diver-to-guide ratio of 3-1, and as the pioneers of diving in Raja Ampat having discovered most of the famous dive sites in the area, it is little wonder we have become the resort of choice for diving enthusiasts and documentary groups.
Nitrox is free of charge for certified “Enriched air” divers. Daily 3 guided boats dives per day plus an optional night/dusk dive. This is usually planned as 2 dives in the morning, 1 in the afternoon and if requested an additional sunset or night dive. The service operates 6 days a week Saturday evening to Friday afternoon every week.
Saturday is our de-gas and drying equipment day for guests flying on Sundays. On Saturdays, no boat activities, including boat crew and dive guides, are available until 6pm. However, guests are invited to dive and snorkel from our jetty as many times as they would like; tanks (air and Nitrox) will be provided FREE OF CHARGE. Night boat diving will be available starting at 6pm on Saturday.
Dive into the night with a specialized blue light to illuminate the world around you! Discover the world of psychedelic neon colors, where all the critters and coral you've come to know will glow in incredible hues of pink, orange, green, and blues.
Diving offshore in the open ocean to uncover a diverse range of creatures you have likely never seen before.
We are ambassadors of Diver Alert Network (DAN) World. Dive insurance is mandatory and if you are not holding a dive insurance yet you can purchase a short term membership upon arrival at the resort. For all members: please bring your insurance card along as we will be checking those during check-in. Click here to view our rates.
Papua Diving has full sets of rental equipment available for hire, including reef hooks. All equipment is serviced biannually with our dive tanks and also within hydro testing dates as specified by Indonesian law. By staying within these standards and servicing our equipment on a regular basis, we can ensure you can focus on having a good dive and holiday experience.
All divers and non divers visiting Raja Ampat are required by the regional government to pay an entrance fee for the marine park. This contributes towards the management and monitoring of the park. We provide permits to our guests upon arrival unless already aquired.
a mangrove system of clear mirror-still blue water, where soft corals grow on the roots of mangrove trees.
A P47D fighter airplane that crashed during World War II in 1944 and remains in perfect condition until today.
White limestone cliffs plunge into the sea, ultramarine blue lagoons are nestled next to monumental pinnacles and untouched beaches.
