Highlights

The Raja Ampat Explorer offers affordable and adventurous diving itineraries delivering you the pinnacle of dive spots across Raja Ampat, Banda Sea, Sorong and Ambon
Divers who crave diversity will eat up the local shipwrecks, muck diving and the interactions with whalesharks in easy currents, alongside a huge variety of marine life in one of the world's most bio-diverse locations
Dine on Indonesian and Western cuisine under the starry Papuan skies and sip an ice-cold beer on the sundeck with the panorama of these unspoilt waters to keep you company
This beautiful boat was hand crafted on the beaches of Mandala Ria using tropical hardwoods and prides itself on being suitable for all levels of divers

About MV Raja Ampat Explorer

Embark on an unforgettable diving adventure aboard the MV Raja Ampat Explorer, a traditional wooden liveaboard that sails through the stunningly biodiverse waters of Indonesia. With itineraries that cover the mesmerizing regions of Raja Ampat, Banda Sea, Sorong, and Ambon, this vessel caters to divers of all levels, offering 10-night journeys filled with 28 dives that promise to unveil the underwater mysteries of this remarkable area.

As you explore vibrant reefs, encounter majestic marine life such as barracuda, whale sharks, hawksbill turtles, seahorses, and manta rays, you'll find yourself immersed in one of the world’s most bio-diverse ecosystems. After a day of diving, unwind on the sundeck with an ice-cold beer, savor delectable Indonesian and Western cuisine under the starry Papuan skies, and enjoy the comfort of a boat crafted from tropical hardwoods, designed to accommodate up to 14 guests.

Routes & departures

Raja Ampat - Fam - Central10 nights · 28 dives · 30 Departures

1
Day 1
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. Sample itinerary, order of dive areas visited may change driven by local regulation, e.g. Waisai area might be visited first 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
2
Day 2
MANTA SANDY Up to 10 mantas can be seen vying for a position above the two rocks where wrasses clean these giants. We get enormous 4 meter wide black mantas, looking like a negative photographic image, their gills are highlighted in white, along with the other more common white-bellied variety.
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Day 3
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Day 4
BLUE MAGIC From Wobbegong sharks to tiny 2cm Denise Pygmy seahorses. The reef top is covered in hard coral with some big coral heads and some tabling Acropora corals well over 3 metres across. Green Turtles can be found here as well as Black Tips, White Tips and the occasional Grey Reef Sharks. If you are very lucky even a Giant Manta Ray.
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Day 5
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Day 6
SARDINES REEF This submerged reef with a reef top at 5 metres, contains a very high biomass, one of the highest in Raja Ampat. Sardines reef is quite simply one of the best reef dives in the world, where divers witness the phenomenal diversity of Raja Ampat at full force. Upon surfacing, many divers comment that this is the best dive they have ever done! Photographers love this dive site and have to return to change from wide angle to macro!
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Day 7
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Day 8
CAPE KRI No liveaboard trip would be complete without checking out Cape Kri. If you want lots of big stuff and to be enveloped by fish then roll in here and both desires will soon be sated. Meaty Queensland groupers, sharks, snappers, Napoleon wrasse, barracuda, dogtooth tuna, trevallies, ... They are all here and they are all here in numbers!
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Day 9

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. Dive computers, surface marker buoys and reef hooks are mandatory for all trips on the  MV Raja Ampat Explorer

Getting there

Try to arrive at Domine Eduard Osok Airport around 12:00 AM After your arrival you will be picked up by Raja Ampat Explorer´s crew The boat departs as soon as all the guests are on board and the harbour master approves the sailing, ideally around noon (approximately 3:00 PM) On the last day you will return to Sorong in the afternoon/evening. Checkout on the last day is after breakfast  

Departures · 30

Date	nights	from	Spots
Oct 16, 2026 – Oct 26, 2026	10	EUR 3,250	—
Oct 30, 2026 – Nov 9, 2026	10	EUR 3,250	—
Nov 13, 2026 – Nov 23, 2026	10	EUR 3,250	—
Nov 27, 2026 – Dec 7, 2026	10	EUR 3,250	14 left
Dec 11, 2026 – Dec 21, 2026	10	EUR 3,250	14 left
Dec 26, 2026 – Jan 5, 2027	10	EUR 3,250	—
Jan 21, 2027 – Jan 31, 2027	10	EUR 0	—
Feb 5, 2027 – Feb 15, 2027	10	EUR 0	—
Feb 18, 2027 – Feb 28, 2027	10	EUR 0	—
Mar 3, 2027 – Mar 13, 2027	10	EUR 3,250	14 left
Mar 16, 2027 – Mar 26, 2027	10	EUR 3,250	14 left
Apr 3, 2027 – Apr 13, 2027	10	EUR 3,250	14 left
Apr 16, 2027 – Apr 26, 2027	10	EUR 3,250	14 left
Apr 30, 2027 – May 10, 2027	10	EUR 3,250	14 left
May 14, 2027 – May 24, 2027	10	EUR 0	14 left
Jun 1, 2027 – Jun 11, 2027	10	EUR 0	14 left
Jun 15, 2027 – Jun 25, 2027	10	EUR 0	14 left
Jul 5, 2027 – Jul 15, 2027	10	EUR 0	14 left
Aug 2, 2027 – Aug 12, 2027	10	EUR 0	14 left
Aug 16, 2027 – Aug 26, 2027	10	EUR 0	14 left
Sep 1, 2027 – Sep 11, 2027	10	EUR 0	14 left
Sep 15, 2027 – Sep 25, 2027	10	EUR 0	14 left
Sep 29, 2027 – Oct 9, 2027	10	EUR 0	14 left
Oct 13, 2027 – Oct 23, 2027	10	EUR 0	14 left
Oct 26, 2027 – Nov 5, 2027	10	EUR 0	14 left
Nov 8, 2027 – Nov 18, 2027	10	EUR 0	14 left
Nov 22, 2027 – Dec 2, 2027	10	EUR 0	14 left
Dec 5, 2027 – Dec 15, 2027	10	EUR 0	14 left
Dec 18, 2027 – Dec 28, 2027	10	EUR 0	14 left
Dec 30, 2027 – Jan 9, 2028	10	EUR 0	14 left

Misool - Fam - Central10 nights · 28 dives

1
Day 1
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. Sample itinerary, order of dive areas visited may change driven by local regulation, e.g. Waisai area might be visited first 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
MISOOL ISLAND Misool is the South of the Raja Ampat National Park. It´s home to an astonishingly colourful reef-scene, considered by some to be unbeatable. The slopes and walls are bedecked in soft corals in a kaliedoscope of colours. The most famous dive sites are around Daram, Farondi,Wagmab, Fabiacet, ...
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Day 3
4
Day 4
CAPE KRI No liveaboard trip would be complete without checking out Cape Kri. If you want lots of big stuff and to be enveloped by fish then roll in here and both desires will soon be sated. Meaty Queensland groupers, sharks, snappers, Napoleon wrasse, barracuda, dogtooth tuna, trevallies, ... They are all here and they are all here in numbers!
5
Day 5
6
Day 6
SARDINES REEF This submerged reef with a reef top at 5 metres, contains a very high biomass, one of the highest in Raja Ampat. Sardines reef is quite simply one of the best reef dives in the world, where divers witness the phenomenal diversity of Raja Ampat at full force. Upon surfacing, many divers comment that this is the best dive they have ever done! Photographers love this dive site and have to return to change from wide angle to macro!
7
Day 7
8
Day 8
MANTA SANDY Up to 10 mantas can be seen vying for a position above the two rocks where wrasses clean these giants. We get enormous 4 meter wide black mantas, looking like a negative photographic image, their gills are highlighted in white, along with the other more common white-bellied variety.
9
Day 9
BLUE MAGIC From Wobbegong sharks to tiny 2cm Denise Pygmy seahorses. The reef top is covered in hard coral with some big coral heads and some tabling Acropora corals well over 3 metres across. Green Turtles can be found here as well as Black Tips, White Tips and the occasional Grey Reef Sharks. If you are very lucky even a Giant Manta Ray.
10
Day 10
2 morning dives Travel back to Sorong Last dinner on boad
11
Day 11
SORONG You will be served breakfast on board Return to Sorong in the afternoon/evening Disembarkation and transfer to the airport

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. Dive computers, surface marker buoys and reef hooks are mandatory for all trips on the  MV Raja Ampat Explorer

Getting there

Try to arrive at Domine Eduard Osok Airport around 12:00 AM After your arrival you will be picked up by Raja Ampat Explorer´s crew The boat departs as soon as all the guests are on board and the harbour master approves the sailing, ideally around noon (approximately 3:00 PM) On the penultimate day you will have the option to dive 2x before noon On the last day you will return to Sorong in the afternoon/evening. Checkout on the last day is after breakfast Length: 11 Days / 10 Nights (Approximately 38 dives)