Highlights

Stunning and eye-catching, the hand-built Jaya has been designed from the keel up to appear as a phinisi sailing schooner, using traditional construction methods used by the Bugis people of South Sulawesi for centuries
Off-the-beaten track expeditions to the very best of Indonesia, with world-class diving including steep walls, exhilarating currents, beautiful coral and rich marine life including mola mola, turtles, sharks and mantas
Comfortable and simple life on board, with plenty of rejuvenating experiences including beach clean-ups, football matches at sunset on isolated beaches, sunbathing and BBQs

About Jaya

Welcome aboard the stunning Jaya, a hand-built liveaboard that offers a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere while exploring the breathtaking dive sites of Indonesia. This phinisi sailing schooner is designed for adventure, taking you off the beaten track to discover some of the best diving experiences available. With itineraries that include the Best of Dampier R4 and Raja Ampat, you'll enjoy world-class diving among vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life.

As you dive into the crystal-clear waters, keep an eye out for an array of fascinating species such as manta rays, hammerhead sharks, and even the elusive mola mola. The Jaya ensures that your diving experience is as enriching as possible, with 3 to 4 guided dives per day and a professional crew dedicated to your safety and enjoyment. After an exhilarating day underwater, unwind on board with delicious meals, refreshing snacks, and the chance to connect with fellow divers over beach clean-ups or sunset football matches on secluded beaches.

Routes & departures

Best of Dampier R46 nights · 17 dives · 31 Departures

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Day 1
Meet you at 08.00 in the morning at the Je Meridien Hotel in Sorong, just next to the airport. A quick car ride and a ferry ride later, you’ll have reached Waisai and ready to board the Jaya. For guests already staying in the area, meet up in front of the tourist information centre in Waisai at 11am. Safety Briefing, Crew Introduction, Necessary Dive Paperwork, Cabin allocation and ship orientation will take place before departing the Harbour. During the journey to our first dive site for a check dive, please take this opportunity to familiarize yourselves with the vessel and make yourself comfortable. After lunch depart to the first dive site in central Raja Ampat. The check dive is usually at Friwen Bonda, a beautiful reef teeming with colourful fish. Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforseeable factors
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Day 2
4 dives including a night dive Raja Ampat is littered with tiny villages that feature rugged wooden jetties. Among the coral encrusted pylons, you find a dazzling amount of sergeant majors, snappers and sweetlips gently swaying in the clear water. Start the day with a drift dive at Sardine or Chicken Reef. Both sites are submerged seamounts with a shallow top that gently slopes down to about 30m. Schools of snappers, fusiliers and surgeonfish provide a snack for pelagic predators such as barracuda, giant trevallies or reef sharks. Move towards Arborek Island and explore the south side of Pulau Mensuar where two spectacular jetty dives wait for us at Yenbuba and Sawandarek village. The latter is also a cleaning station for sea turtles. A land visit at Arborek gives you a chance to meander through the picturesque village and watch a fiery sunset on the white sandy beach. We conclude the day with a night dive at Arborek jetty.
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Day 3
4 dives incl. night dive Some creatures like to show off – some prefer to seek shelter in nooks and crannies. Today you will have the chance to pursue the more elusive denizens of Raja Ampat. Rare nudis, crabs, octopus and the elusive walking sharks all gather in Aljui Bay – a macro photographers wet dream. A morning dive at Citrus Ridge is a sure way to put a smile on your face. Teeming with fish the reef is coated in yellow and orange soft coral creating a fresh and happy backdrop for large schools of barracudas, playful sharks and hungry tunas. After all the excitement we enjoy a big breakfast and move north to yefmo area for our 2nd dive. Chanel No. 5 is as lovely as its namesake, the perfume. A stunning wall with undercuts and ledges, mimicking large soft coral covered steps descends into the deep. We conclude our day with a night dive under the Pearl Farm Pier
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Day 4
Off the southeastern coast of Kawe is a gathering of rocks frequented by majestic eagles (and possibly Sirens). Exposed to strong, nutrient-rich currents it attracts the whole food chain. Swimming side by side with massive aggregations of fish we patiently wait for the main act – the graceful oceanic mantas. In the hidden depths of the little rock peeking out of the surface lies a gorgeous coral garden, teeming with schools of butterflyfish, angel fish, batfish and barracudas. Black Rock is going to be the overture of today’s symphony. Eagle Rock is a vast dive site and home to a manta cleaning station, where the graceful giants have their parasites removed by eager butterflyfish and moon wrasses. But this site doesn’t need to rely on mantas, it also supports some amazing macro life like winged pipefish, several species of dragonets and countless rare nudis. Depending on weather conditions, we take another shot at Eagle Rock. If the sea is too rough, we choose an alternative a bit further south.
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Day 5
3 dives & Piaynemo Viewpoint Whether you rush through a cloud of fish or climb a stairway to a heavenly view, shortness of breath may be a side effect of today’s activities. You will start the day at My Reef with massive aggregations of schooling fishes like fusiliers, jacks and snappers. The top of the seamount lies at 12m and is a popular chillout place for the tasselled Wobbegong shark. Continue the tale at Melissa’s Garden, named after the pioneer Max Ammer’s daughter. Moving on to Kerou Channel we hope for current! The spectacular drift dive rushes us past a rich, coral covered reef where huge sea fans hold on for dear life feeding on the current. But don’t worry – there are also some sheltered areas where we can search for pygmy seahorses, nudibranchs and other colourful reef critters. You will conclude the day with a trip to the iconic viewpoint at Piaynemo. 341 steps lead to a platform where we can observe one of nature’s most artistic designs. The spectacular view is composed of turquoise sea framed by jungle where a handful of karst islets jut dramatically out from the calm surface of the lagoon.
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Day 6
Majestic and elegant, mantas are our declared kings and queens of the subaquatic realm. There is never a guarantee, but we do our best to increase your chances of encountering them by visiting the most frequented dive sites. We’ll also throw a variety of sharks and other pelagic predators into the mix. You will start the day at Mayhem where the name of the dive site says it all. Heading further east we stop for an adrenaline rush. Manta Ridge is prone to very strong currents, but it is also a cleaning station for reef mantas where you have a chance to swim eye-to-eye with one of the majestic giants. Next on the agenda is Blue Magic, a cleaning station for oceanic mantas. The dive site can also be a wee bit ‘currenty’. But while you cling to a rock and your jaw is locked tightly around your regs and you leave a horizontal stream of bubbles behind you, hundreds of schooling jacks, grey reef sharks, spanish mackerel and hopefully a few graceful mantas will make it all worthwhile. Now it’s time to catch your breath and enjoy the sunset on the white sandy beach of Mioskon with a cold beer in your hand.
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Day 7
Every story comes to an end. But wait – we’re not quite done yet. You liked Blue Magic? Good, because you are diving it again. Very early in the morning. Back on board, gently prepare yourself for the departure. This includes a debriefing, delicious food, a group photo and plenty of time to gather your items while pondering how your belongings ever fit in your backpack when you left home. After lunch we say our tearful goodbyes and drop you off at the harbour – hoping the goodbye is not forever If you are returning to Sorong the same day, you will be ready to board the ferry by 2pm. Expected arrival in Sorong is 4pm.

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions.

Getting there

Before your trip Meet at Meridian Hotel in Sorong at 7am, here you will get your Park Pass Then taken to Waisai via ferry, there you will board the boat.  It is reccomended to arrive in Sorong the day before incase any flight delays   After the trip Its recommended to buy flight tickets out the next day after arrival. Dive staff will arrange cars to drop you off at your hotel.  Arrival is 4:30pm

Departures · 31

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Oct 29, 2026 – Nov 6, 2026	8	USD 2,770	—
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Jan 26, 2027 – Feb 3, 2027	8	USD 2,770	14 left
Feb 6, 2027 – Feb 12, 2027	6	USD 1,960	14 left
Feb 14, 2027 – Feb 20, 2027	6	USD 1,960	14 left
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Mar 4, 2027 – Mar 12, 2027	8	USD 2,770	14 left
Mar 15, 2027 – Mar 21, 2027	6	USD 1,960	8 left
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Jun 3, 2027 – Jun 9, 2027	6	USD 1,760	14 left
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Raja Ampat - Ambon10 nights · 24 dives

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Day 1
Meet up in Waisai Harbour at approx 11.30 am Welcome on board, room allocation, equipment set-up and briefing Check dive Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforeseeable factors.
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2-4 dives per day Diving Dampier Strait with sunset beach visit to Mioskon.
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Diving North Misool.
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Diving in Misool. Overnight crossing to Pulau Koon
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Dives around Pulau Koon and Mandorang. Overnight crossing to Banda.
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Diving around Banda
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Diving around Banda area. Mandarin fish sunset dive.
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Diving around Banda area. Overnight crossing to Suanggi
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Dives around Suanggi.
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Dives in Nusa Laut area.
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Day 11
Guests depart Jaya after breakfast at 8.30am in Tulehu Harbour, Ambon. Unfortunately our trip has come to an end and we have to say goodbye, but we hope to see you again soon!

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions.

Getting there

For itineraries starting or ending in Waisai, guests should check the ferry schedule between Sorong and Waisai in advance, as timings may change without prior notice. Depending on your flight times, it may be necessary to arrive in Sorong one day earlier and/or plan to depart one day later. The ferry is operated by Belibis Group, and the latest schedule is available on their official Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/belibis.group The ferry journey takes about 2 hours. Tickets can usually be purchased at the terminal on the day of departure. Taxis are available from Sorong Airport to the ferry terminal Dive computer is mandatory Bring your own din/int adaptor As domestic flights in Indonesia are known to be unreliable we recommend that you plan to arrive  the day before and plan to leave  the day after.   A refresher dive is mandatory if you have less than 30 dives and haven’t dived in the last 12 months. If you have 30 dives or more, a refresher is required if more than 24 months have gone without diving. With very experienced divers (100+ dives) will be evaluated the need for a refresher case by case. 

Ambon-Banda-Ambon8 nights · 19 dives

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Our meeting point for is at Tulehu harbour in Ambon. Guests need to make their way to the harbour. After embarking on Jaya at Tulehu Harbour at 11 am, enjoy lunch followed by a check dive. Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforseeable factors.
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3 - 4 dives, including a night dive if permitted by the authorities
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2-3 dives accordingly to your flights Return to port, with mooring in place overnight.
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Guests depart Jaya after breakfast at 8.30 am in Tulehu Harbour, Ambon. Taxis can be arranged onboard for transfer to hotels. Please remember to leave a 24-hour no-fly time before flying. Unfortunately our trip has come to an end and we have to say goodbye, but we hope to see you again soon!

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions.

Getting there

Dive computer is mandatory Bring your own din/int adaptor As domestic flights in Indonesia are known to be unreliable we recommend that you plan to arrive the day before and plan to leave the day after. A refresher dive is mandatory if you have less than 30 dives and haven’t dived in the last 12 months. If you have 30 dives or more, a refresher is required if more than 24 months have gone without diving. With very experienced divers (100+ dives) will be evaluated the need for a refresher case by case. 

Ambon - R4 Expedition10 nights · 2 dives

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Safety briefing, crew introduction, necessary dive paperwork, cabin allocation and ship orientation will take place before departing the harbor. Please take this opportunity to familiarize yourself with the vessel and make yourself comfortable. Enjoy a delicious lunch and settle in before get ready for the first dive. After the check dive, we set sail from Tulehu Harbour and head east to Pulau Nusalaut. Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforeseeable factors.
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This adventure takes you further south to the Banda islands, where you will spend the next six days exploring the rich marine life surrounding the ten islands and rocks that make up the area. From secluded Pulau Suanggi in the north to remote Gili Manuk in the far south, each day highlights a different island. Cruise to Karang Hatta in the southeast, to Pulau Run and Pulau Ai to the west and rest at Banda Naira for a day to see the sites of the historical town. The next step of the journey takes you further north towards Misool, the southernmost King of Raja Ampat. On the way, we stop at Pulau Koon and Pulau Mandorang for some diving before we take on the long crossing to Raja Ampat. The next five days are spent marvelling at the wonders of Raja Ampat. In Misool cruise from the Fiabacet Chain in the southeast up to the Goa Farondi region in the east. Keep heading north, past the islands Salawati and Batanta to central Raja Ampat, where we’ll roam the Dampier Strait and explore the sites around the islands of Kri, Gam and Arborek. The adventure ends in Waisai Harbour You will spot Blacktip reef sharks and whitetip reef sharks on most of the dive sites. A little rarer, but not uncommon, is the grey reef shark. But the most charismatic shark is without a doubt the tasselled wobbegong shark a well-camouflaged ambush predator that can be found under ledges or sometimes curled up on top of table corals. The endemic Raja Ampat epaulette shark is more elusive but equally popular with divers. It is also called “the walking shark” due to its ability to walk along the seafloor using an undulating, crawling motion. What is a dive adventure without the beloved gentle giants – the manta rays. On this journey, visit some of the known cleaning stations, where we hope to watch reef mantas and oceanic mantas get cleaned by several species of wrasses and butterflyfish. The volcanic Spice Islands lie on the migratory path of several large pelagic predators, among them the hammerhead shark! We dive the spots where we are most likely to cross paths with schooling hammerheads and give the best possible chance to experience an encounter with these exhilarating creatures. If this doesn’t give you an adrenaline rush, maybe diving around Gili Manuk will do the trick. Not only is this an active volcano where you can warm up during the dive while burying your hands in the hot black sand, but it is also home to one of the largest sea snake populations. They are inquisitive and friendly, and a close up is almost guaranteed. For the more colourfully inclined, don’t worry. Gorgonian gardens, huge barrel sponges and healthy coral communities bustling with reef fish set the background for most of the dives. And if this is not enough, wait for the sunset dive where you can admire the fairest of them all – the mandarin fish with its bright, psychedelic patterns, performing its mating ritual.
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The adventure ends in Waisai Harbour Unfortunately our trip has come to an end and we have to say goodbye, but we hope to see you again soon!

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions.

Getting there

For itineraries starting or ending in Waisai, guests should check the ferry schedule between Sorong and Waisai in advance, as timings may change without prior notice. Depending on your flight times, it may be necessary to arrive in Sorong one day earlier and/or plan to depart one day later. The ferry is operated by Belibis Group, and the latest schedule is available on their official Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/belibis.group The ferry journey takes about 2 hours. Tickets can usually be purchased at the terminal on the day of departure. Taxis are available from Sorong Airport to the ferry terminal Dive computer is mandatory Bring your own din/int adaptor As domestic flights in Indonesia are known to be unreliable we recommend that you plan to arrive  the day before and plan to leave  the day after.   A refresher dive is mandatory if you have less than 30 dives and haven’t dived in the last 12 months. If you have 30 dives or more, a refresher is required if more than 24 months have gone without diving. With very experienced divers (100+ dives) will be evaluated the need for a refresher case by case. 

Misool & Dampier8 nights · 22 dives

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Day 1
Safety briefing, crew introduction, necessary dive paperwork, cabin allocation and ship orientation will take place before departing the harbor. Journey to the first dive site for a check dive. Please take this opportunity to familiarize yourself with the vessel and make yourself comfortable. The check dive is usually at Friwen Bonda, a beautiful reef teeming with colourful fish. Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather condition
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The experienced guides will take you off the beaten path in search of the next great discovery in this world-famous diving destination. The perfect trip for the experienced Raja diver looking for something new or the diver with a strong sense of adventure and interest in doing things differently. The itinerary is not fixed and subject to change spontaneously, but along our journey we’ll hit a few of our favourite sites and aim to make at least 32 dives in and around the Dampier Strait islands. Dive sites Sardine or Chicken Reef. Both sites are seamounts with a shallow top that gently slopes down to about 30m. Schools of snappers, fusiliers and surgeonfish provide a snack for pelagic predators such as barracuda, giant trevallies or reef sharks. Manta Sandy, a cleaning station for reef mantas. Batu Rufas is on the east side of Piaynemo and features a very photogenic submerged arch. My Reef where you could play with massive aggregations of schooling fishes like fusiliers, jacks and snappers. The top of the seamount lies at 12m and is a popular chillout place for the tasselled Wobbegong shark. The muck dive at Saporkren is full of surprises. From seahorses, to flamboyant cuttlefish, to swimming wobbegongs – a spectacular dive is almost guaranteed. Kerou Channel, a spectacular drift with coral covered reef where huge sea fans hold on for dear life feeding on the current. But don’t worry – there are also some sheltered areas where you can search for pygmy seahorses, nudibranchs and other colourful reef critters. On the eastern tip of Pulau Kri lies the famous Cape Kri, record holder for the most fish species found in one dive. Blue Magic, a cleaning station for oceanic mantas. The dive site can be a wee bit ‘currenty’. But while you cling to a rock and your jaw is locked tightly around your regs and you leave a horizontal stream of bubbles behind you, hundreds of schooling jacks, grey reef sharks, spanish mackerel and hopefully a few graceful mantas will make it all worthwhile.
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2 dives in the morning depending on guest flight schedules and the 24 hour requirement before flying. Back on board, we gently prepare you for your departure. This includes a debriefing, delicious food, a group photo and plenty of time to gather your items while pondering how your belongings ever fit in your backpack when you left home. After lunch we say our tearful goodbyes and drop you off at the harbour Diving will be finished by 10am or earlier. If you are returning to Sorong the same day, you will be ready to board the ferry by 2pm. Expected arrival in Sorong is 4pm.
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Unfortunately our trip has come to an end and we have to say goodbye, but we hope to see you again soon!

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions.

Getting there

For itineraries starting or ending in Waisai, guests should check the ferry schedule between Sorong and Waisai in advance, as timings may change without prior notice. Depending on your flight times, it may be necessary to arrive in Sorong one day earlier and/or plan to depart one day later. The ferry is operated by Belibis Group, and the latest schedule is available on their official Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/belibis.group The ferry journey takes about 2 hours. Tickets can usually be purchased at the terminal on the day of departure. Taxis are available from Sorong Airport to the ferry terminal Dive computer is mandatory Bring your own din/int adaptor As domestic flights in Indonesia are known to be unreliable we recommend that you plan to arrive  the day before and plan to leave  the day after.   A refresher dive is mandatory if you have less than 30 dives and haven’t dived in the last 12 months. If you have 30 dives or more, a refresher is required if more than 24 months have gone without diving. With very experienced divers (100+ dives) will be evaluated the need for a refresher case by case. 

What's included

✓ Full board accommodation
✓ All day drinking water, tea and coffee
✓ 3 freshly prepared meals a day
✓ Light snacks
✓ Weights, weight belts and tanks
✓ Professional crew and planned itinerary
✓ Transport from Sorong to Waisai
✓ 3/4 guided dives per day
✓ Free WiFi
✓ Weight Belt/Weights/Tank(s)
✓ Water
✓ Tea
✓ Coffee
✓ Snacks between meals and after dives
✓ Dive guides
✓ Island tours

✕ Dive equipment rental. To avoid disappointment, please advise us when booking if you require any rentals.( Rental USD20 per day)
✕ Each guest (whether diving or not) must purchase a Raja Ampat Marine Park Entry permit. This is available for 1,000,000 IDR ($75 US), or 500,000 IDR for Indonesian nationals. The tag is valid for one full year.
✕ All other excursions, like kayaking tours, private beach picnics, bird watching, jungle tracks etc.
✕ Laundry (not included but available at a reasonable rate in the resort)
✕ Your stay in Sorong or anything associated with that stay in Sorong
✕ Soft drinks and beer
✕ Private dive guides
✕ Internet Wi-Fi
✕ Gratuities
✕ Travel and dive insurance
✕ Anything not specified under 'What's included in the price'
✕ Offset your carbon emissions & preserve reef biodiversity with the SeaGrass Grow Program
✕ Soft drinks
✕ Local beer & wine
✕ Alcohol
✕ Taxi and Ferry from Sorong to Waisai (round-trip)
✕ Marine Park fees to be paid in advance on : https://kkprajaampat.com/marine-park-fees/
✕ Marine Park fees (Indonesian citizens)
✕ Local dive contribution (Foreign nationals)
✕ Marine Entry to be paid in Advance here: https://sipari-rajaampat.id/registrasi/international-online-registration/

Marine life

SeahorseBlacktip reef sharkManta rayBarracudaWhitetip reef sharkHammerhead sharkNudibranchSnapperTunaNapoleon fishGrouperScorpionfishEagle rayOctopus

Facilities & amenities

Wi-Fi (free)Rental Equipment ($)

Reviews · 2

★ 52 guest reviews

★ 5 · Nicholas Morrow · 2018-08-22
Where to start? This liveaboard exceeded all my expectations. I did the 7 day option. The diving was incredible. Reefs pop with the most expressive colours. Fish! So many amazing fish. Surgeonfish, butterflyfish, Angelfish, Pufferfish, unicornfish, reef sharks, ghost pipefish, nudibranches, garden eels, Manta rays. I could go on. Every dive I tracked what I saw and Rachel (divemaster) helped me identify and learn more about the marine life. I found it to be extremely rewarding to document my dives. Previously I was very concerned with buoyancy, air, gopro videos etc., but doing 3-4 dives daily really makes you feel comfortable and get better the in the water. Rachel also watched my habits and would correct anything she saw. Food was very good. There were a lot of fried foods, but they were very welcomed extra calories after so many dives. Not bland fried food either, they were seasoned well and had plenty of flavour. It's not 5 star cuisine obviously, but the chefs were constantly working hard and bringing us 3 tasty meals a day. Going in thinking it would be rice and beans and was pleasantly surprised. Guides were exceptional. Rachel has over 10000 dives who guided me for the trip. I had 3 days alone with her after 2 others in our group only did the 4 day trip. She knew everything about the dive sites, the marine life, equipment, etc etc. Really friendly as well. The rest of the crew was great, Days (?) Yunes, Erica, and the boat staff. I'm really glad I did the "cheaper" option as well upon hearing the more expensive boats don't allow the crew to mingle with the guests. The reason you go on these trips should be to learn about the culture you're in. The people, the history, the landscape. In my opinion of course. In summary, would recommend this x 1000. I'm sure it's not for everybody but I can't imagine a more authentic fulfilling experience for myself. Might have changed my career path to a divemaster.

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