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Hatiku: Raja Ampat, 11 nights

Length
11 nights, 12 days
Regions
Raja Ampat
Who for
Divers: AOWD or equivalent, 50+ logged dives
Hatiku

Itinerary

Day 1 | Welcome on Board — Sorong to Waisai

■ SORONG Transfer from Sorong to the vessel. Cabin check-in, safety briefing, scuba gear set-up, and an easy cruise to Waisai for the first evening on board.

Welcome on Board

Cabin Escort

General Briefing

Scuba Gear Set-up

Journey to Waisai

Sunset Dinner

Day 2 | Dampier Strait — Check Dive, Sardine & Blue Magic

■ DAMPIER STRAIT Check dive at Batu Lima, then into Sardine Reef and Blue Magic. The Dampier Strait's currents concentrate enormous schools of fish alongside pelagic predators. Night dive at Sapokren.

Check Dive – Batu Lima / Friwen

Dive 2 – Sardine Reef / Chicken Reef • Dive 3 – Blue Magic & Mioskon

Night Dive – Sapokren

Dive Sites: Batu Lima · Sardine Reef · Chicken Reef · Blue Magic · Mioskon · Sapokren (Night)

Day 3 | Mansuar & Arborek — Mantas, Jetty & Village Tour

■ MANSUAR, ARBOREK ISLAND Sawandarek for pristine walls, Manta Sandy for cleaning station mantas, and the Arborek Jetty for colour overload. Village tour ashore to meet the local community. Night dive beneath Arborek Jetty.

Dive 1 – Sawandarek

Dive 2 – Manta Sandy

Dive 3 – Arborek Jetty

Village Tour – Arborek

Night Dive – Arborek Jetty

Dive Sites: Sawandarek · Manta Sandy · Arborek Jetty · Arborek Jetty (Night)

Day 4 | Yanggefo Island — Mayhem, Citrus Ridge & Gam

■ YANGGEFO ISLAND Mayhem for current-swept pelagic action, Citrus Ridge for shallow soft coral bursting in orange and yellow, and Mangrove Ridge for an ecosystem contrast. Night dive at Gam Ridge.

Dive 1 – Mayhem

Dive 2 – Citrus Ridge

Dive 3 – Mangrove Ridge

Night Dive – Gam Ridge

Dive Sites: Mayhem · Citrus Ridge · Mangrove Ridge · Gam Ridge (Night)

Day 5 | Fam Islands & Piaynemo — Melissa's Garden & Keruo

■ FAM ISLANDS, PIAYNEMO My Reef and Melissa's Garden for hard coral plateaus unlike anywhere else, Keruo Channel for drifting, and the Piaynemo viewpoint hike for the postcard panorama. Night dive at Batu Rufus.

Dive 1 – My Reef

Dive 2 – Melissa's Garden

Dive 3 – Keruo Channel

Trekking @ Piaynemo Viewpoint

Night Dive – Batu Rufus

Dive Sites: My Reef · Melissa's Garden · Keruo Channel · Batu Rufus (Night)

Day 6 | Wayag Archipelago — The Northern Frontier

■ WAYAG, NORTH RAJA AMPAT Full day at Wayag. Outer wall dives with gorgonian sea fans, a karst speedboat tour through the mushroom islands, and the famous hilltop hike at golden hour for one of the world's great views.

Dive 1 – Wayag Outer Wall

Dive 2 – Wayag Passage

Speedboat Karst Tour

Viewpoint Hike

Dive Sites: Wayag Wall · Wayag Passage · Wayag Lagoon

"Wayag is managed by the local Moi Sigin indigenous community and access is controlled by the village. Entry fees and permissions are subject to change, and the area may be temporarily or indefinitely closed without prior notice."

ALTERNATIVE ROUTE — if Wayag is closed: The captain will re-route to equally spectacular North Raja Ampat destinations: ■ Kawe Island & Eagle Rock — manta ray feeding on the equator ■ Aljui Bay — world-class macro: ghost pipefish, blue-ringed octopus, nudibranchs ■ Uranie Bank — remote seamount with schooling barracuda, tuna & reef sharks ■ Kabui Bay — dramatic karst landscapes, caves, and pristine coral gardens ■ North Raja Ampat Outer Walls — rarely-dived, pristine gorgonian walls

The final destination decision rests with the captain and is based on real-time community permissions, sea conditions, and guest preferences.

Day 7 | Kawe & Aljui Bay — Equator Mantas & Macro

■ KAWE ISLAND, ALJUI BAY

Eagle Rock at Kawe for manta ray feeding action right on the equator. Aljui Bay delivers world-class macro — ghost pipefish, blue-ringed octopus, and an astonishing nudibranch diversity.

Dive 1 – Eagle Rock (Manta)

Dive 2 – Aljui Bay Macro

Dive 3 – Aljui Bay Deep

Dive Sites: Eagle Rock · Aljui Bay.

Day 8 | South to Misool — Daram & Gorgonian Garden

■ MISOOL, DARAM ISLANDS Begin the southward run into the Misool Marine Protected Area. Daram is famous for its vast gorgonian sea fan meadows sheltering hundreds of pygmy seahorses. A macro photographer's paradise.

Dive 1 – Daram Wall

Dive 2 – Gorgonian Garden

Dive 3 – Daram Outer

Dive Sites: Daram Wall · Gorgonian Garden · Daram Outer.

Day 9 | Misool South — Boo Windows & Fiabacet

■ MISOOL SOUTH Boo Windows — twin submerged rock arches — is one of Indonesia's most photographed dives. Fiabacet Ridge delivers explosive soft coral colours with schooling mobula rays above. A day you will never forget.

Dive 1 – Boo Windows

Dive 2 – Fiabacet Ridge

Dive 3 – Fiabacet South

Dive Sites: Boo Windows · Fiabacet Ridge · Fiabacet South

Day 10 | Misool Deep South — Wayilbatan & Four Kings

■ MISOOL SOUTH Wayilbatan's submerged pinnacles rise from the deep surrounded by schooling surgeonfish and barracuda. Four Kings features four massive soft-coral-encrusted rocks that challenge the camera at every angle.

Dive 1 – Wayilbatan

Dive 2 – Four Kings

Dive 3 – South Misool Wall

Dive Sites: Wayilbatan · Four Kings · South Misool Wall

Day 11 | Magic Mountain & Misool Lagoons

■ SOUTH MISOOL, MISOOL CENTRAL Magic Mountain is one of Indonesia's premier manta ray cleaning stations — both oceanic and reef mantas visit. Afternoon explores Misool's hidden karst lagoons and Nudi Rock's extraordinary nudibranch diversity. Farewell dinner.

Dive 1 – Magic Mountain (Manta)

Dive 2 – Nudi Rock

Lagoon Exploration by Dinghy

Farewell Dinner

Dive Sites: Magic Mountain · Nudi Rock · Misool Lagoon

Day 12 | Departure — Return to Sorong

■ SORONG Morning transit back to Sorong Harbour. Full transfer to airport or hotel. A trip that will redefine your diving life.

Breakfast

Disembarkation

Transfer to Airport / Hotel

Included

  • 11 Days, 10 Nights Raja Ampat Adventure
  • Embark on a breathtaking 11-day journey through the heart of Raja Ampat aboard Hatiku. This itinerary takes you to world-renowned dive sites such as Dampier Strait, Cape Kri, and Manta Sandy, where vibrant reefs and majestic manta rays await. Explore the hidden wonders of Aljui Bay, trek to panoramic viewpoints at Wayag and Pyanemo, and dive into the serene beauty of Daram and Fiabacet. Along the way, you'll encounter an extraordinary variety of marine life, from schooling barracudas to colorful reef sharks, while also discovering the mysterious Tomolol Cave. Prepare for an unforgettable diving adventure that blends awe-inspiring underwater landscapes with the natural beauty of Raja Ampat's iconic islands.
  • Day 1: Check-In
  • Arriving at not more than 12 pm cruising to Waisai Activities around Saonek Achoring at Waisai On Day 1, after arriving in Sorong and cruising to Waisai, you can engage in various activities around Saonek. These activities may include Test DIve, or exploring the beautiful beaches. Once you have finished your day's adventures, Dancing Wind will anchor at Waisai for the night.
  • Day 2 and 3: Kali Biru
  • We will explore kali biru and dive around Waisai Area,
  • The adventure begins in Dampier Strait, known for its vibrant reefs and abundant marine life. Dive among schools of barracudas, jacks, trevallies, mantas, and reef sharks in these nutrient-rich waters.
  • Day 4: Cape Kri - Mansuar - Manta Sandy
  • Dive the renowned sites of Cape Kri, Mansuar, and Manta Sandy. Cape Kri holds a record for the most fish species counted in one dive, while Mansuar’s coral gardens and Manta Sandy’s majestic mantas offer unforgettable underwater experiences.
  • Day 5: Aljui Bay
  • Aljui Bay is perfect for macro lovers, with pygmy seahorses, nudibranchs, and wobbegong sharks among its diverse inhabitants. Enjoy its calm waters and vibrant marine life.
  • Day 6: Wayag - Trekking
  • After a morning dive, head to the stunning Wayag Islands. Trek to the top for breathtaking panoramic views of the limestone karsts and turquoise waters—a highlight of the journey.
  • Day 7: Pyanemo - 2 Dives + Sunrise Trek
  • Start with an early morning trek at Pyanemo, where you’ll enjoy spectacular views at sunrise. Then, explore its vibrant coral reefs with two dives in this pristine location.
  • Day 8: Tomolol Cave + 1-2 Dives
  • Today, visit Jellyfish Lake and explore Tomolol Cave. Marvel at its massive chambers and natural formations before enjoying 1-2 dives in the surrounding waters.
  • Day 9: Fiabacet
  • Dive the spectacular underwater landscapes of Fiabacet, with its dramatic coral slopes and diverse marine life. The reefs here are rich and vibrant, offering unforgettable experiences.
  • Day 10: Daram
  • Dive the rich coral reefs of Daram, where schools of fish, reef sharks, and vibrant marine life fill the waters. This site is a diver’s paradise.
  • Day 11: Daram (continued)
  • Spend another day exploring Daram’s beautiful dive sites, soaking in the vibrant underwater world as the trip begins to wind down.
  • Day 12: Check-Out
  • After breakfast, disembark with assistance from the crew. We hope to see you again on another adventure soon!
  • To ensure the safety of our guests and crew, we reserve the right to adjust dive sites or the number of dives per day based on weather and sea conditions

Not included

  • ✗ Nitrox fills (payable on board)
  • ✗ Fuel Surcharge — USD $25 / person / day
  • ✗ Alcoholic beverages
  • ✗ Gratuities / Tipping (discretionary)
  • National Park: US$200 per person
  • Port Fees: US$150 per person

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