Food was very varied (also for vegetarians) and always delicious. The best is of course the diving with the legendary variety & beauty underwater that Raja 4 is famous for. Review of: La Galigo Liveaboard - Raja Ampat North 8D/7N. Written November 16, 2023. Many of Raja Ampat's dive sites are worth visiting over and over again. There's so much to see in Raja Ampat that every single dive could bring a whole new experience! Raja Ampat is made up of four main islands, namely Waigeo in the north, Batanta and Salawati in the middle, and Misool in the south. Raja Ampat Islands is part of the Tentative list of Indonesia in order to qualify for inclusion in the World Heritage List. The Raja Ampat Islands consists of about 1,500 small islands, characterized by karst formations surronding clear water bays. It is located off the northwest tip of Bird's Head Peninsula on the island of New Guinea. Discover the unspoiled paradise of Raja Ampat, Indonesia, a world-class diving destination. This archipelago of over 1,500 small islands boasts pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life. Explore the lush jungles, visit traditional Papuan villages, or simply relax on the secluded beaches. Dec 1, 2022 · Meos Ambower Homestay has two private bungalows and one two-room family bungalow. All bungalows are over water and have verandahs with chairs and expansive ocean views. Bungalow bedrooms have raised beds. Sheets, pillows, bolsters and mosquito nets are supplied. Power outlets and room light switches are fitted. Raja Ampat’s 40,000 km² in the middle of this incredible region is absolutely packed with marine life and scenic beauty. This is the reason why scuba divers know about Raja Ampat. Getting to Raja Ampat. Raja Ampat can take a little time and effort to get to but it is absolutely worth the trip. Raja Ampat’s marine life and reefs become threatened with destructive fishing practices, coastal development, runoff from poor land-use practices, and uncontrolled tourism activities. For example, local subsistence fishermen in Raja Ampat have used dynamite blast fishing methods in the past, and some fragile ecosystems have been threatened by Jul 14, 2022 · Raja Ampat has to offer much more than dazzling diving. The landscape of limestone formations and blue lagoons is spectacular, so a boat ride through them is a must. Bird watching is really good in central Raja Ampat and tours to see the bird of paradise are absolutely worth it, even if you are not a bird enthusiast. Mar 15, 2023 · Rooms: 10 cabins / AC. Bathrooms: 10. Formerly known as the M/V White Manta, the Raja Manta is a mid-range liveaboard and is one of the best options for those who want to experience Raja Ampat in comfort and style. Dive amenities include Nitrox, full dive gear, camera tables, and rinse tanks. Nov 15, 2022 · The 6.7-million-hectare Raja Ampat archipelago is home to Indonesia’s largest reef manta ray (Mobula alfredi) population and a representative network of nine marine protected areas (MPAs). However, the population dynamics of M. alfredi in the region are still largely unknown. Using our photo-identification database, we fitted modified POPAN mark-recapture models with transience and per Iu12ay.