the living masterpiece

Journey through an ancient seascape sculpted over 400 million years. Witness a breathtaking panorama of labyrinthine waterways, towering mushroom like karst islands, hidden rivers, and tranquil lagoons: a landscape of unparalleled beauty, often likened to a living masterpiece.

marine biodiversity at the heart

Raja Ampat lies at the heart of the world’s marine biodiversity, often called The Amazon of the Sea. Its waters are home to over 500 species of reef-building corals and more than 3,000 species of fish, creating one of the richest and most vibrant ecosystems on the planet.

exploration with seasoned knowledge

Cheng Ho has spent over three decades exploring Indonesia’s pristine waters, making it a trusted liveaboard for unforgettable expeditions. Journey to Raja Ampat, the crown jewel of the Coral Triangle and a UNESCO Global Geopark, and experience one of the most extraordinary marine realms on Earth with unmatched expertise.

adventure beyond the ordinary

Every dive in Raja Ampat holds the promise of surprise. One moment you might be drifting alongside graceful manta rays, and the next discovering a tiny, perfectly camouflaged pygmy seahorse clinging to a coral fan. From thrilling pelagic encounters to intricate macro wonders, the region offers endless layers of discovery, ensuring no two dives are ever the same.

about raja ampat

Raja Ampat, an archipelago off the northwest tip of West Papua, sits at the heart of the Coral Triangle. Comprising over 1,500 islands, cays, and shoals, its main islands Waigeo, Batanta, Salawati, and Misool are renowned for their extraordinary marine biodiversity.

Shaped by centuries of cultural exchange, Raja Ampat is home to coastal Papuan communities whose traditions remain closely tied to the sea. Fishing, sago harvesting, and artisanal crafts sustain daily life, while the region’s reefs and rainforests continue to anchor both cultural heritage and natural wonder.

SCUBA DIVING IN raja ampat

Raja Ampat delivers some of the most spectacular diving on the planet, where vast coral gardens, towering pinnacles, and current-swept channels come alive with an astonishing variety of life. Divers can glide alongside manta rays at cleaning stations, watch swirling schools of fusiliers and barracudas, or marvel at the intricate details of pygmy seahorses, nudibranchs, and ghost pipefish. Every reef feels like a kaleidoscope, with more than 500 coral species creating habitats for over 3,000 kinds of fish. From gentle drifts through sheltered lagoons to adrenaline-filled dives in nutrient-rich currents, Raja Ampat offers a balance of grandeur and intimacy that few places on Earth can rival.

ITINERARY

DAY 1: Arrival and acclimatization

• Port: Sorong Embarkation

• Dive: Matan Check Dive (1 dive)

• Evening cruise to Fiabacet archipelago

DAY 2: Fiabacet Marine Garden

• Dives (4): Yilliet Kecil (drift walls), Nudy Rock and Tank Rock (full of life underwater ridge and pinnacles), Romeo (shark encounters)

• Exploration of coral-crowned seamounts

DAY 3: Wayilbatan's Underwater Theatre

• Dives (4): Shadow Reef (oceanic manta cleaning station), Boo Window (swim-throughs), Boo West (coral gardens), Yilliet Kecil (evening spectacle)

DAY 4: Wayilbatan Treasures and Terrestrial Wonder

• Dives (3): Four Kings (manta cleaning station, dramatic seascapes and pinnacles), Wedding Cake (tiered reefs), Naptune Fan Passage (current-swept fans)

• Exclusive Excursion: Guided trek to Love Lagoon

Day 5: Farondi’s Hidden Worlds & Voyage North

• Dives (2): Three Sisters (dramatic pinnacles and fishy), Farondi Caves (daramatic wall covered my soft coral)

• Signature Experience: Snorkel the ethereal Jellyfish Lake

• Scenic crossing to Piaynemo

Day 6: Piaynemo Iconic Seascapes

• Dives (3): My Reef (schooling hotspot), Melissa’s Garden (hard coral explosion), Batu Rufus (reef scape and swim through, Coral Garden)

• Expedition Highlight: Summit trek to Piaynemo’s panoramic viewpoint

Day 7: Yanggefo’s Biodiversity Hotspot

• Dives (4): Citrus Ridge (schooling fusiliers, citrus soft coral), Mangrove Ridge (nursery species), Mayhem (underwater pinnacle, schoolings), Gam Ridge (shark alley)

Day 8: Dampier Strait’s Legendary Currents

• Farewell Dives (2): the famous Sawandarek jetty, Cape Kri (world-record fish diversity)

• Sunset return voyage to Sorong

Day 9: Disembarkation

• Port: Sorong

• Breakfast & farewell

8 DAYS 9 NIGHTS | MISOOL & CENTRAL RAJA AMPAT ( Approximately 23 dives )

Itinerary Note:

The outlined expedition route exemplifies our meticulously crafted itineraries. To ensure optimal safety, diving conditions, and wildlife encounters, specific sites and the daily schedule may be adjusted by our Captain and Expedition Leaders based on real-time assessment of:

• Prevailing weather systems

• Sea state and current dynamics

• Marine wildlife activity patterns

• Operational considerations

THE VESSEL

The Cheng Ho Seasafari liveaboard combines decades of seafaring expertise with the comfort of a floating resort, making it a trusted choice for exploring Indonesia’s most remote waters. Purpose-built for long-range expeditions, this spacious phinisi-style vessel features generous cabins, inviting lounge areas, and modern dive facilities designed for both ease and safety. With over thirty years of experience navigating the archipelago, the crew brings unparalleled knowledge of dive sites and conditions, ensuring each journey blends discovery with the reassurance of seasoned guidance and a welcoming onboard atmosphere.

RATES

Prices are quoted in USD per person. Prices subject to change without prior notice.

Includes

• Bundle 9D8N Entrance fee + transfer in & out + PIN: USD 265 per pax

• En-suite accommodation with air-conditioner

• Meals during trip (light breakfast, breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks, dinner)

• Free flow tea / coffee and mineral water

• Sea Safari Cruises souvenir

• Certified Dive Master (ratio 1DM : 4 divers)

• Compressor, regular air fills 3000 psi or 200 bar, tank, weight belt

• ENOS diver emergency GPS locator

• Usage ofjacuzzi, kayak, stand-up paddleboard and snorkeling gear

• Jasaraharia public liability insurance

• We can arrange DAN insurance for an additional charge

Excludes

• International/domestic airfare and airport tax

• Soft drinks and alcohol beverages

• Personal travel Insurance

• Gratuities to guide and crew

• Onboard telecommunication

• Laundry service

• EAN 29- 32% Nitrox

• Divegear (available for rent)

Contact us to purchase short term dive insurace.

RAJA AMPAT SHARING TRIP | 23-31 MARCH 2026 | 9 days 8 nights

LOWER DECK

USD 4,025 per pax

MIDDLE / UPPER DECK

USD 4,345 per pax

additonal info

Most travelers reach Raja Ampat via Sorong’s Domine Eduard Osok Airport (SOQ), with daily domestic flights from Jakarta, Makassar, and Manado, and connections available from Bali. From Sorong, Seasafari Cheng Ho staff will arrange boat transfers to the islands. To allow for schedule changes, it is recommended to arrive at least one day before your trip.

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