Raja Ampat is home to some of the most spectacular dive resorts in Indonesia, offering easy access to the region’s legendary scuba diving. From eco-friendly lodges and luxurious resorts, to more affordable dive resorts for divers traveling on a budget, each offers visitors the chance to discover Raja Ampat’s spectacular reefs and marine life. Whether you’re planning your first trip or a return visit, discover where to base your next diving adventure.
With ZuBlu, you can book your Raja Ampat dive holiday package at 12 of the top dive resorts. Choose from resorts with all inclusive dive packages, nitrox, camera facilities and a range of rooms, as well as exceptional house reef diving. Whether you’re traveling solo, with your family or in a group, let ZuBlu's experienced dive travel experts help you book your ideal dive resort in Raja Ampat.
Choosing the right dive resort in Raja Ampat
Apart from Misool Resort in the far south, most dive resorts in Raja Ampat are in and around the Dampier Strait, the heart of Raja Ampat’s exceptional diving. So your choice of resort should be based on whether you’re looking for affordable or luxury accommodation, easy access to other areas such as Wayag to the north and Piaynemo to the west, and flexibility with your travel dates, as more remote resorts only offer free transfers a few times a week. ZuBlu's knowledgable dive travel team can also help you choose the ideal resort.
Not sure a dive resort is right for you? Why not consider a liveaboard in Raja Ampat instead.
Where are the dive resorts located in Raja Ampat?
The dive resorts in Raja Ampat are located in two areas - at Misool Island in the south, and in and around the Dampier Strait in the central region. There is just one resort in the south - Misool Eco Resort - and this is booked until the 2028 / 2029 season, so if you are considering a dive resort stay in Raja Ampat, then most likely you will be staying in the Dampier Strait. These are located closer to Sorong where the airport is located, and have more regular transfers, making them much easier to access.
ZuBlu’s partner dive resorts in and around the Dampier Strait are located on Waigeo and Gam Islands, Kri and Mansuar Islands, or to the south on Batanta Island. One resort - Cove Eco Resort - is located in the far west on Yeben Island.
All the dive resorts in the Dampier Strait offer day trips to the famous dive sites that have made this areas so famous. Learn more about the scuba diving in Raja Ampat including in the Dampier Stait and at Misool.
When is the best time of year to book a dive resort in Raja Ampat?
Raja Ampat can be dived year round, although the best diving conditions and chances of encounters with manta rays are during the high season from October to April. Misool in the south is exposed to winds that blow from July to September and Misool Eco Resort is actually closed during these months.
What experience do I need to need to stay at a dive resort in Raja Ampat?
The scuba diving throughout Raja Ampat can be challenging, and currents are common - this is why the marine life is so good! However, dive resorts can normally cater to beginners by choosing sites with less challenging conditions. So if you are a beginner planning a dive trip to Raja Ampat and don’t have much experience yet, then we recommend booking at a dive resort rather than a liveaboard. Liveaboards in Raja Ampat normally set a minimum experience level to join their trips.
How much will a dive resort in Raja Ampat cost?
Dive Resorts in Raja Ampat are relatively expensive compared to other popular dive destinations in Indonesia, simply because of the cost of fuel and basic supplies in the area. Dive resorts range from US$ 50 - US$ 100 a night per person, to US$ 450+ a night per person. Most resorts are US$ 175 - US$ 400 a night per person. This rate includes all food and accommodation, water, tea and coffee, and the diving. It is important to consider additional costs such as equipment rental, purchases onboard, marine park, dive and travel insurance, and transfers, which may or may not be included in the basic rate. Special offers and last minute discounts for dive resorts in Raja Ampat are not that common, as the rooms get booked up well in advance - you can browse all special offers for dive resorts in Indonesia here.