Raja Ampat

Join Underwater Connection on a trip that is both adventurous and luxurious! A liveaboard on a traditional and magnificent Phinisi, a classic Indonesian wooden sailing vessel, set to explore the majestic underwater world of the Indonesian archipelagos: Arenui.

Arenui believes that, even when sailing around remote islands, there's no reason to forego fine dining! After all, a relaxing meal prepared with care and style is the best way to remain full of energy for the next dive! Rather than the typical dive liveaboard buffets, you will be able to choose from our daily a-la-carte menus.

What’s the diving like?

In addition to varied corals, critters and pelagic life, this destination offers vibrant and colorful underwater scenes plus also majestic landscapes, making it a perfect destination for keen photographers.

Raja Ampat, translated directly as “four kings”, was named for the 4 main islands in the area – Batanta, Misool, Salawati and Waigeo. We cruise by these 4 main islands, as well as many smaller ones, as we take you to explore dive sites truly fit for a king.

Spread across 1,500 virtually untouched islands, the waters in the region are home to the most colourful, pristine and photogenic soft coral reefs, as well as a wide range of creatures from walking sharks to mantas to pygmies. Raja Ampat can boast over 1,300 reef fish (25 endemic species), 13 marine mammals, 5 species of endangered sea turtles, 600 hard corals and 75 % of all known coral species.

Water temperature: 80F to 88F.

Known for: remote and pristine reefs, luxurious sailing liveaboard, spectacular and rare underwater life, manta rays.

 Cancellation policy:

Deposit is non refundable. No Refunds after Feb 1st 2023.

 If you do not sign up with a roommate, UWC will try to find you one; if we cannot find one, the single person will need to pay the Single Supplement price. Changes to package and cancellation penalties do exist.

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