Raja Ampat Paradise In Eastern Indonesia

Raja Ampat is a group of islands located in the province of West Papua. The beauty of this island makes Raja Ampat as one of the most popular tourist icon underwater in Indonesia. There is one thing that characterizes the Raja Ampat underwater scenery stunning. 

since the first Raja Ampat region of Papua island has always been the main attraction for domestic and foreign tourists. Most of them accidentally visited on this tour to see the beauty of life and coral reefs under the sea. Even many people who claim the Raja Ampat Islands have a lot of diversity of species throughout most of the islands in the world. Some rare species of marine life that you've never even met can you meet here.

TRANSPORTATION:

Use flight to Sorong (Papua) which served several national airline. If you fly from Soekarno-Hatta (Jakarta) will take 4 hour flight to Sorong (Papua) which stops in Manado with Lion Air or Water Wings. Another option you can fly with Garuda subs 6 or Sriwijaya Air with transit in Makassar (Sulawesi). There is also a 4 hour direct flight from Jakarta to Sorong by Express Air. You can also continue the flight from Sorong to Raja Ampat with Susi Air capacity of 14 people.

Moment in Sorong, next you need to cross the ocean for 2 hours from Sorong to Raja Ampat served Pioneers Ship and Ship Tour. Ferries depart daily from Sorong to Waisai, the capital of Raja Ampat Island Waigeo. The ferry departs from Sorong at 13.00, from Sorong to Waisai trip takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Ferry back to Sorong from Waisai 11.00. In Sorong speedboats are also available for rent if you want to get around to the Raja Ampat.

ACTIVITY:

Raja Ampat Island is a charming natural phenomenon with abundant biodiversity. There are 540 species of coral and 1,511 species of fish in Raja Ampat; 75% of all known coral species in the world; 10 times the number of coral species are found throughout the Caribbean; There are also 5 species of endangered sea turtles; 57 species of mantis shrimp; 13 species of marine mammals; and 27 species of fish that just da Amazing sea view at the top and bottom of the sea will be signaled to you that photographing is not to be missed. Raja Ampat's natural conditions are very unique and different as it has the structure of endemic land, marine biodiversity, coastal ecology, and culture. The perfect beauty with tradition and local wisdom population.

• Diving to see the remains of an underwater shipwreck
• Playing a kayak
• Exploring the island by boat
• Visit a typical red birds of paradise of West Papua
• Enjoy the beautiful coral islands (karst) around the island Wayag
• Exploring the cave bat (not bat varieties Dark Knight) 
• Make a wooden statue itself is guided by craftsmen Asmat
• Fishing is traditionally Papua
• Trekking to discover waterfalls
• Feeding the possum
• Snorkeling

In Raja Ampat You can also see the "sea ghost", ie precisely in the Waigeo East, in front of the village and Yesner Urbinasopen. There is a unique and interesting natural phenomenon and can only be seen every end of the year. That is a ray emanating from the surrounding sea surface lasts about 10-18 minutes. The locals refer to this phenomenon as "sea ghost". This phenomenon is more than just a view of a beautiful sunset and you can see from the boat (do not miss to record it with your camera)

TIPS

• In October and November is a good time to visit Raja Ampat because the sea is calm and perfect for a camera catches you.
• Bring a underwater camera or waterproof wrapping a special camera. Use your underwater photography skills for taking photos underwater is not easy but it is also a regret if missed.
• Bring sunblock, sunscreen, and a hat, T-shirt also convenient for beach weather.

SHOP:

Many divers say that the souvenirs best of Raja Ampat is the story of your experience while visiting Raja Ampat. Surely this is the show catches a nice photo. However, if not, to keep friends and family entertained then you need to give them a gift that can be purchased such as:

• Statue of Asmat
• Traditional Cloth
• Traditional musical instruments
• Flute
• Tambour (traditional drums

These goods are usually sold in souvenir shops in various cities in Papua. This will ease the burden on you to not bring too many souvenirs of Raja Ampat. You can also buy handicrafts woven in Arborek if happen to visit the village in Raja Ampat.