Raja Ampat (The 4 Kings, often abbreviated R4) is one of these quintessential tropical island destinations. The islands are spectacular and diverse above water, featuring mountainous and karst islands, as well as coral cays. With high biodiversity, including several endemic species of mammals and birds, they are second to none below the surface Raja Ampat isn't merely the best place in the world to go snorkelling or diving, it's a place to discover origins of life. With 1,800 islands and 25 million years of evolution to explore, Raja Ampat is a place that can blow your mind but you can miss far more than you see if you are unprepared for the scale of what awaits. There are few This is RAJA AMPAT, a cluster of beautiful coral islands located in West Pap A short film about a God's Masterpiece which became a pride of every Indonesian. Raja Ampat Adventures is owned by Deni, who is a local, and price of the trip was good. I recommend this company wholeheartedly. Read more. Review of: Raja Ampat Adventures. Written November 30, 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. Excellent location! 9.2. +37 photos. Boasting sweeping views of the ocean and free WiFi access, Rajah Ampat Dove Lodge is located in Mansuar Island in the heart of Northern Rajah Ampat dove sites. Manta Ridge and Cape Kri are only a short boat ride away. The resort is a 20-minute walk away from the nearest village. Indonesia has three different time zones. Raja Ampat (Papua) is part of the Eastern Indonesia Time. Just so you can have an idea it is +2 hours from Jakarta time zone. In this time zone area, there isn´t a Daylight-Saving time. Therefore, if you are in a country where there is, the time difference may change. Raja Ampat is a year-round destination, although many diving outfits cease operations between July and September, when the usually calm seas can get quite rough. For the calmest waters and best visibility for diving, aim for a visit between November and March. The Raja Ampat region receives the heaviest rain from May to October, which can also 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. Raja Ampat Conservation Efforts Learn more Protecting the Birds Head Seascape The Bird's Head Seascape initiative was established in 2004. Dependent on the strong union of international NGOs and local, regency, provincial and national governments, coastal communities, local organizations, and universities, the initiative seeks to balance the needs of the Seascape's human population while Raja Ampat is the heart of the "Coral Triangle" and the global epicentre of marine biodiversity with the highest coral reef biodiversity for any area of its size in the world. Total area: Over 4 million hectares of which 1,358,170 hectares are protected. 1470 species of reef fish VFDIXTq.