Diving Logistics: Diving is the thing to do on Raja Ampat. If there is one reason to go, than that is it. The beauty and richness of the place all becomes crystal clear below the surface. That being said, the big boys are expensive to dive with. They will take you everywhere your heart desires in the archipelago, and serve you fish barbecue and pamper you a bit, but that is not budget travel. Below, we will list dive operators accessible from Waisai and to try to make this comprehensive the expensive guys, with rates and value assessment will be listed below that. Birdwatching listed below as well.
Map: Here is a map that shows the archipelago and some of the Eco-resort locations.
Economy Dive Options: Right now, there are 2 options for diving on a budget, 3 depending on the season.
1. Raja Ampat Dive Resort: Saunieg. 081248442284. [email protected] [email protected], http://www.rajaampatdiveresort.com/ Raja Ampat Dive lodge, around for 2+ years, is now building a new resort on the island of Saunieg, about a 15 minute ride from Waisai’s jetty. The operation is legit, Arif, dive instructor from Wakitobi, Sulawesi, has more than 10 years of diving experience. Check website for up to date price information. As of this writing, single dives were 36 euro/dive, with prices lowered to 30 euro/dive for a 12 dive package. Dive gear will set you back an addiontal 15-20 euro per day. Asus (owner) operates out of Sorong, and his dive instructor Wakitobi
2. Waiwo Dive Resort: Waiwo. 085243296230 http://www.waiwodiveresort.com/ Cash only. Located on Waiwo, call ahead of time to see if you will be accommodated for a stay on Waisai, depends on how busy they are. Their rates are similar to Raja Ampat dive resorts, with a dive package of 12 for 350 euro.Buy my guide for another non-budget option and the most budget of the full-board resorts! The guide also includes the most recommended dive sites available!!! This way, you can pester your dive operator to take you to the most beautiful dive haunts in Raja Ampat.
Map: Here is a map that shows the archipelago and some of the Eco-resort locations.
Economy Dive Options: Right now, there are 2 options for diving on a budget, 3 depending on the season.
1. Raja Ampat Dive Resort: Saunieg. 081248442284. [email protected] [email protected], http://www.rajaampatdiveresort.com/ Raja Ampat Dive lodge, around for 2+ years, is now building a new resort on the island of Saunieg, about a 15 minute ride from Waisai’s jetty. The operation is legit, Arif, dive instructor from Wakitobi, Sulawesi, has more than 10 years of diving experience. Check website for up to date price information. As of this writing, single dives were 36 euro/dive, with prices lowered to 30 euro/dive for a 12 dive package. Dive gear will set you back an addiontal 15-20 euro per day. Asus (owner) operates out of Sorong, and his dive instructor Wakitobi
2. Waiwo Dive Resort: Waiwo. 085243296230 http://www.waiwodiveresort.com/ Cash only. Located on Waiwo, call ahead of time to see if you will be accommodated for a stay on Waisai, depends on how busy they are. Their rates are similar to Raja Ampat dive resorts, with a dive package of 12 for 350 euro.Buy my guide for another non-budget option and the most budget of the full-board resorts! The guide also includes the most recommended dive sites available!!! This way, you can pester your dive operator to take you to the most beautiful dive haunts in Raja Ampat.