Indonesia, Raja Ampat & Komodo Land Based
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Papua Explorers Dive Resort
Papua Explorers Resort is located in the islands of Raja Ampat, which is on the northwest tip of the Bird’s Head Peninsula of West Papua. It’s a stunning archipelago comprising over 1,500 small islands, hosting thousands of species some of which are endemic to the region.
Papua Explorers Resort is constructed using traditional Papuan construction methods and local, natural materials. Water bungalows are designed to be in harmony with the exotic surrounding, allowing the guests to feel the breeze from the rainforests, enjoy the songs of the tropical birds and soothe their souls with the flutter of the waves. The over-the-sea restaurant and lounge is designed to offer a relaxing environment to enjoy various international and local dishes freshly prepared .
About the diving: The waters of Raja Ampat are highly rich in nutrients, and the Dampier Strait (this resort's location) is especially nutrient-rich due its fast moving currents. Nutrient rich water, and fast moving currents make the perfect environment for an abundance of marine life, including migrating mammals andpelagic species. However, such nutrient-rich water can mean low visibility at times (typically 50-60'), and the majority of their dive sites will have current in varying degrees, from mild through to very strong, depending on the tides and moon. For those divers who do not have reef hooks, these will be provided to assist you during dives with stronger current. Some dive sites are not suitable for beginners or anyone that doesn’t feel comfortable in currents. Dive guides check the current direction and strength before the divers get in the water and change the dive plan or site if necessary. Dive groups are maximum 6 people with a head dive guide and an assistant guide in each group.
Packages Include: Deluxe Water Cottage* accommodation with en-suite bathroom & hot water, meals on full board basis (international buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner, afternoon tea/coffee and cakes, welcome drink, internet service & WiFi, laundry service, free transfer from Sorong airport to the resort and back on scheduled transfer days (Wed & Sun, time specific). *2 Smaller Superior Water Cottages also available. Papua Explorers also offers a liveaboard, Coralea.
pp/do is per person, double occupancy. Please email for single and triple rates.
Papua Explorers Resort is constructed using traditional Papuan construction methods and local, natural materials. Water bungalows are designed to be in harmony with the exotic surrounding, allowing the guests to feel the breeze from the rainforests, enjoy the songs of the tropical birds and soothe their souls with the flutter of the waves. The over-the-sea restaurant and lounge is designed to offer a relaxing environment to enjoy various international and local dishes freshly prepared .
About the diving: The waters of Raja Ampat are highly rich in nutrients, and the Dampier Strait (this resort's location) is especially nutrient-rich due its fast moving currents. Nutrient rich water, and fast moving currents make the perfect environment for an abundance of marine life, including migrating mammals andpelagic species. However, such nutrient-rich water can mean low visibility at times (typically 50-60'), and the majority of their dive sites will have current in varying degrees, from mild through to very strong, depending on the tides and moon. For those divers who do not have reef hooks, these will be provided to assist you during dives with stronger current. Some dive sites are not suitable for beginners or anyone that doesn’t feel comfortable in currents. Dive guides check the current direction and strength before the divers get in the water and change the dive plan or site if necessary. Dive groups are maximum 6 people with a head dive guide and an assistant guide in each group.
Packages Include: Deluxe Water Cottage* accommodation with en-suite bathroom & hot water, meals on full board basis (international buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner, afternoon tea/coffee and cakes, welcome drink, internet service & WiFi, laundry service, free transfer from Sorong airport to the resort and back on scheduled transfer days (Wed & Sun, time specific). *2 Smaller Superior Water Cottages also available. Papua Explorers also offers a liveaboard, Coralea.
pp/do is per person, double occupancy. Please email for single and triple rates.
Indonesia, Raja Ampat Land Based
Misool Resort
Misool is an exclusive resort and conservation center located in remote southern Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This is a private resort island is deep in an archipelago of uninhabited islands, in the very epicentre of marine biodiversity. Misool's island and dive sites are protected by a 1220 sq km (300,000 acre) Marine Protected Area, which they established in 2005 and expanded in October 2010. The total No-Take area is bigger than the five boroughs of New York City.
There are 8 Water Cottages on stilts, villa accommodations too. All have private bathrooms, a/c, hammock on the veranda and steps into the sea. The dive shop is on site of course with 80% of the staff from local villages.
Packages Include: All meals with 4 meals per day plus afternoon tea time, most non-alcoholic beverages, free local use of kayaks and Stand Up Paddle Boards, free 15-minute massage after first dive*, snorkeling on the House Reef and with baby sharks in the North Lagoon, a series of evening educational lectures in our Dive Centre, Sorong Airport pick-up and porter service, hotel accommodation and breakfast in Sorong for 1 night following your stay at Misool Eco Resort on scheduled transfer dates, and government tax. 7 Night packages include 10 dives, 9 and 12 night packges include 15 dives. Resort closed during monsoon season, mid-June through to mid-September.
This resort is fully booked until the end of December 2027. They are taking names for a wait list only at this time. Please click here to get your name added.
There are 8 Water Cottages on stilts, villa accommodations too. All have private bathrooms, a/c, hammock on the veranda and steps into the sea. The dive shop is on site of course with 80% of the staff from local villages.
Packages Include: All meals with 4 meals per day plus afternoon tea time, most non-alcoholic beverages, free local use of kayaks and Stand Up Paddle Boards, free 15-minute massage after first dive*, snorkeling on the House Reef and with baby sharks in the North Lagoon, a series of evening educational lectures in our Dive Centre, Sorong Airport pick-up and porter service, hotel accommodation and breakfast in Sorong for 1 night following your stay at Misool Eco Resort on scheduled transfer dates, and government tax. 7 Night packages include 10 dives, 9 and 12 night packges include 15 dives. Resort closed during monsoon season, mid-June through to mid-September.
This resort is fully booked until the end of December 2027. They are taking names for a wait list only at this time. Please click here to get your name added.
