Cape Kri
World record for the number of fish species seen on a single dive (374), in the Dampier Strait.
Marine life & flora: Schools of trevallies, snappers, barracudas, reef sharks, turtles.
Destination guide
Indonesia: Raja Ampat
The greatest marine biodiversity on Earth
Record biodiversityModerate currentMacro
Indonesia: Raja Ampat — The greatest marine biodiversity on Earth. This destination suits advanced-level divers and is aimed mainly at those looking for encounters with marine life.
Dive centres are open from October to April. During this period the water is at 29 °C; over the year it ranges from 28 to 29 °C.
Must-dive sites include: Cape Kri, Blue Magic, Melissa's Garden (îles Fam).
At a glance
- Recommended level
- advanced
- Focus
- Wildlife
- Water
- 28–29 °C
- Dive centres open
- October – April
- Indicative budget
- 3 190€
Indicative trip budget, paid directly to providers (flight, hotel, dive centre)
Dive sites
Blue Magic
Pinnacle in the Dampier Strait, renowned for its manta passes.
Marine life & flora: Oceanic manta rays in season, wobbegong sharks, whitetip sharks.
Melissa's Garden (îles Fam)
Shallow, intact coral garden, one of the most photographed in Raja Ampat.
Marine life & flora: Multicoloured soft corals, clownfish, reef sharks.
Boo Windows (Misool)
Wall in the south of Raja Ampat pierced by two large openings, in the heart of the Misool reserve.
Marine life & flora: Soft corals, schools of fish, wobbegong sharks.
Water temperature month by month
| Month | Temperature |
|---|---|
| January | 29 °C |
| February | 29 °C |
| March | 29 °C |
| April | 29 °C |
| May | 29 °C |
| June | 29 °C |
| July | 28 °C |
| August | 28 °C |
| September | 28 °C |
| October | 29 °C |
| November | 29 °C |
| December | 29 °C |
With Polipia you join a group of 8 divers matched by affinity. The matchmaking fee is only due once your group is confirmed.
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