Many who thought that the Raja Ampat is one tourist attractions, consists of four islands such as the stone arise with several attractions: Diving, snorkeling and walking from the island-to-island. Whereas, Raja Ampat is the name of the County, which is in the province of West Papua. His position there in the ' head ' of the island of New Guinea, consists of a stretch of 1846 inhabited or not, with a total area of 4.5 million hectares.
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Society was dividing the territory of Raja Ampat Islands so two: North and South. In the North, there is one the largest in the County: Waigeo Island. This island's capital City districts, and Waisai is located.
In addition to the Waigeo, there are three large islands in the Raja Ampat Islands namely Salawati, Batanta islands off, and Misool. Only the Misool is located in the southern region.
Raja Ampat Islands is best known because of its biodiversity and richness. There are more than reef fish species 1320 and more than 540 or three-quarters of the number of hard corals (hard coral) in the world exist in Raja Ampat. Simply put, Raja Ampat is the richest and most beautiful dive sites in the world.
The Route to Raja Ampat
The most popular access leading to Raja Ampat is through the port of Mina or port the Pelayaran Rakyat, both of which exist in the Sorong. From there, every day there is Ferries depart to Waisai.
On Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, there are two times of travel, hours of 9 am and 2 pm. While the rest only one time of departure, 2 pm.
Two classes are provided in the ferry: economy and VIP. The economy class can be obtained for IDR 130,000 while for VIP class were priced IDR 230,000.
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From the Sorong, it could also directly to Misool. There is a general passenger ships depart every Wednesday. As for the route of the Misool-Sorong, the ship departs every Saturday.
The town of Sorong is located in West Papua. Airport air named Domine Eduard Osok. Flights from Sorong to Waisai available through Susi Air. Departs every Monday and Friday at 08:30. Meanwhile, for route instead, leaving at 11.00. The ticket price ranges from IDR 360,000 for one-way flight with a long 30 minutes.
If your Flight from Jakarta, Jakarta-Sorong the majority must transit in Makassar, South Sulawesi. Only Garuda Indonesia, which has direct flights from Jakarta-Sorong with long flights 4 hours, 10 minutes. In addition to Garuda Indonesia, the airline that has the destination Slide in between Sriwijaya Air, Lion Air and Wings Air, Express Air. The average ticket price is IDR 4-5 million for once flew.
Transportation
Raja Ampat is required to surround the ferry or speed boat. Rent a ship speed range from Usd 15-20 million per day, includes a guided tour. While for fuel valued at IDR 15,000/litres
For destinations nearby Clusters such as Painemo or simply the Gulf Kabui, it takes 200-400 litres. While for the iconic Wayag Raja Ampat, could spend up to 1 drums of fuel.
While for vehicles in the city, the having to rent a car or take a taxi. Taxi fares range from IDR 20000 to IDR 75000. To rent a car can be charged a price of IDR 900,000 per day including the driver.
The town of Sorong is located in West Papua. Airport air named Domine Eduard Osok. Flights from Sorong to Waisai available through Susi Air. Departs every Monday and Friday at 08:30. Meanwhile, for route instead, leaving at 11.00. The ticket price ranges from IDR 360,000 for one-way flight with a long 30 minutes.
If your Flight from Jakarta, Jakarta-Sorong the majority must transit in Makassar, South Sulawesi. Only Garuda Indonesia, which has direct flights from Jakarta-Sorong with long flights 4 hours, 10 minutes. In addition to Garuda Indonesia, the airline that has the destination Slide in between Sriwijaya Air, Lion Air and Wings Air, Express Air. The average ticket price is IDR 4-5 million for once flew.
Transportation
Raja Ampat is required to surround the ferry or speed boat. Rent a ship speed range from Usd 15-20 million per day, includes a guided tour. While for fuel valued at IDR 15,000/litres
For destinations nearby Clusters such as Painemo or simply the Gulf Kabui, it takes 200-400 litres. While for the iconic Wayag Raja Ampat, could spend up to 1 drums of fuel.
While for vehicles in the city, the having to rent a car or take a taxi. Taxi fares range from IDR 20000 to IDR 75000. To rent a car can be charged a price of IDR 900,000 per day including the driver.
The Best Time to Visit the Raja Ampat
October to April is the best time to visit because the waves are not too big. May to mid-June and the last two weeks in September also waves can still be encountered.
Tourist Destinations in Raja Ampat
If you want to pay a visit to the Raja Ampat, must have Pin Raja Ampat. This pin can be purchased at the Tourist Information Center on the Slide or Waisai. This PIN will be valid for one year at a price of Rp 250,000 and CITIZENS and Rp 500,000 for FOREIGNERS.
The northern region has many tourists, i.e. Island-to-island and diving. Views that are often seen in the brochures and television? It is a cluster of Islands Wayag. The distance is about 3-4 hours drive from Waisai. Then still have to climb 30 mountain slopes. From the top of the Hill, this is the beautiful scenery that can be seen.
Wayag similar tourist attractions can also be enjoyed in the Painemo. The distance is much closer than Waisai, about two hours by fast boat. Visitors have to climb the Hill for 20 minutes to enjoy the views of the small islands on the bottom.
If it is like diving, Kabui Bay could be a place to start, not because it's the most beautiful place, but because the waters tend to be calmer for beginners. All places under the sea in the beautiful Raja Ampat.
While other interesting attractions that can be followed is witnessing the dancing bird of Cendrawasih. These birds are just dancing in the morning, and very sensitive to the scent. So, if you want to see it, avoid using a range of oil fragrance oil to oil a breeze.
This bird watching attractions can be followed at Sawingrai Village on the island of Gam and Saporken. Departing dawn, because the mileage from Waisai to Sawingrai about an hour. If it's too late, the birds had stopped dancing.
Southern destinations almost centered on Misool. Visit the Hill of Harfat Jaya Dapunlol to gain similar experience Wayag and Painemo. The difference is, there are no beach view at the bottom, and cannot be looked at as far as 360 degrees because the back is obstructed by trees.
Or there's Sumalelen and Sumbayo cliffs. Both Cliff paintings of age 10000 years with an image of hand, fish, unique symbols and colored red.
There is also a jellyfish Lake Lenmakana and Karawapop, Goa, Goa and Morose Woman Sacred. A variety of beaches and lagoons are also ' scattered ' such as the Balbulol Lagoon, Laguna Beach, Farondi, Yapyap and Namlol Beach.
Tips on Holiday to Raja Ampat
The cost of an expensive indeed the biggest constraint to Raja Ampat. To that end, to suggest a group consisting of 5-8 people. Some sites also suggest up to 10 people, but ideally quite up to 8 people.
The reason is that the smallest Boat in Raja Ampat is the lowest price, has a maximum capacity of 8 people.
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Besides the Inn also has a capacity of 2-4 people (even-numbered). Then, the number 8 people will be sufficient to cover the accommodation.
Besides, travelers should actively ask tour guide and the driver of a ferry or boat quickly, because many often ask for more tip. Go on a guided to avoid uncomfortable things like this.
During his time in the city, use a polite fashion. The community is not yet accustomed to seeing the bikini in the middle of the city. If violating, his diverse sanctions starting from the strike.