Jakaré Itinerary
Raja Ampat Central & North11 days / 10 nights
About Jakaré
- Incredible itineraries exploring some of Indonesia's best diving regions
- Excellent facilities for divers with areas dedicated to cameras and electronics, nitrox, and expert guides
- 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio and unsurpassed personalised customer service
- Bespoke interiors that feel more like a floating boutique hotel than a boat
Custom designed for unique Indonesian liveaboard expeditions, the Jakaré liveaboard perfectly combines luxury and adventure, with unsurpassed customer service. Unlike any boat you've ever seen, this modern sailing ship features inspired interior design, and charming details to help you enjoy each day on the water. Treat yourself to oversized and perfectly appointed cabins, spacious and relaxing common areas, fine dining, and optional extras like yoga and massage. Or, focus on the underwater world with up to four dives a day in some of Indonesia's most legendary destinations, plus nitrox, modern camera facilities, and eagle-eyed spotters.
Itinerary details
Length of trip 11 days / 10 nights
Number of dives Up to 28
Experience Open Water - Minimum 30 dives
Insurance Required
Highlights
- Circular itinerary hitting all the very best spots in Raja Ampat
- Enjoy Wayag's pristine beaches
- Walk up to the iconic viewpoint of Piaynemo
- Dive under the jetty at Arborek
Day 1:
Guests will be picked up from Sorong airport or their hotel and board Jakare at the Sorong Harbour. After settling into their cabins, the Jakare will sail 40 NM toward North Raja Pulau Waigeo. During the sail, guests can rest and receive activity briefings, including equipment checks for snorkeling and diving. Depending on arrival time, there may be an opportunity to visit a village or snorkel at the jetty. Divers may also have a check dive. Overnight anchorage in the calm Yanbuba Bay.
Day 2: Pulau Mansuar
Discover the beautiful beach and village; snorkeling and check dive at Yanbuba if not already done Snorkel and dive nearby Kri Island Cape Kri and then sail to nearby Saunderek (Pulau Mansuar). Snorkel and dive at Saunderek Jetty and discover the village/beach. Overnight sail to Pulau Wayag.
Day 3: Pulau Wayag
Arriving at dawn in Wayag offers stunning light and scenery. Guests can start the day with a trek up Mont Pindito for breathtaking views of the limestone islands. The rest of the day is spent exploring Wayag's inner lagoon, pristine beaches, and snorkeling spots filled with giant clams and vibrant marine life. Divers will enjoy sites like Batu Seven and a secret spot featuring mantas and coral gardens. Overnight mooring or anchoring in the calm inner lagoon.
Day 4: Pulau Kawe
In the morning, sail to Pulau Kawe (approx. 14 NM) with a possible stop at Wayag Rangers station to spot blacktip sharks. Jakare then sails southward, crossing the equator before reaching Kawe's snorkeling and dive spots, Black Rock and Eagle Rock. Both spots are known for strong currents, with Black Rock featuring soft coral gardens, sharks, and Napoleon fish, while Eagle Rock offers mantas at cleaning stations and wobbegong sharks among colorful corals. After diving, Jakare sails to Aljui Bay for a quiet mooring near the Pearl Farm, with an optional night dive at the Farm Jetty.
Day 5: Pulau Wofoh
In the morning, guests can visit the pearl farm. Jakare then sails 6 NM to Pulau Wooh, a paradise with pristine beaches to explore via kayak or paddle. Snorkeling reveals vibrant coral gardens, while divers can enjoy a stunning wall and sandy valley with schools of trevallies, fusiliers, and turtles. In the afternoon, Jakare heads 8 NM southwest to anchor at Pulau Maniafun.
Day 6: Pulau Penemu
Jakare departs early while guests sleep, with breakfast served en route to Pienemu. Upon arrival, the first snorkel and dive of the day takes place at Keruo Channel, a drift site with stunning coral walls, reef fish, barracudas, and snappers. Afterward, guests can snorkel or dive at Melissa Garden, featuring coral-covered pinnacles and schools
of fusiliers, jacks, and trevallies. Non-divers can enjoy nearby beaches and snorkeling. After lunch, Jakare moves north for a trek up a limestone mount for panoramic views of Pienemu, followed by a swim in the lagoon. The day ends with a night dive at Pulau Yangello (12 NM), where peaceful mangroves await exploration.
Day 7: Pulau Arborek
Wake up to the sound of white cockatoos and explore the inner mangroves of Pulau Yangello by kayak, or opt for an early dive. Breakfast is served en route to Pulau Arborek, where Jakare anchors in front of the island. Arborek offers snorkeling, diving, beach walks, and village visits. The jetty is an easy dive spot with vibrant coral gardens and giant clams. After exploring Arborek, Jakare sails to Manta Sandy (1 NM) for snorkeling and diving at the Manta Cleaning Station. Later, sail east to Pulau Friwen (13 NM), enjoy the sunset, and anchor for the night.
Days 8-9: Pulau Mioskon
Activities around Pulau Mioskon include snorkeling, diving, and exploring from dinghies. Mioskon Reef is a vibrant spot, home to yellow snappers, Napoleon wrasse, trevallies, wobbegong sharks, and pygmy seahorses. Blue Magic offers thrilling current dives with reef fish, pelagics, and mantas. Afterward, Jakare sails back to Friwen anchorage for swimming, snorkeling, beach relaxation, and village exploration.
Day 10:
Early morning trek to spot the Bird of Paradise, a rare species in West Papua, followed by breakfast. Enjoy snorkeling and diving at Friwen Wall, then relax on the beach or kayak. The day ends with a beach BBQ and party.
Day 11: Back to Sorong
Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.
Guests will be picked up from Sorong airport or their hotel and board Jakare at the Sorong Harbour. After settling into their cabins, the Jakare will sail 40 NM toward North Raja Pulau Waigeo. During the sail, guests can rest and receive activity briefings, including equipment checks for snorkeling and diving. Depending on arrival time, there may be an opportunity to visit a village or snorkel at the jetty. Divers may also have a check dive. Overnight anchorage in the calm Yanbuba Bay.
Day 2: Pulau Mansuar
Discover the beautiful beach and village; snorkeling and check dive at Yanbuba if not already done Snorkel and dive nearby Kri Island Cape Kri and then sail to nearby Saunderek (Pulau Mansuar). Snorkel and dive at Saunderek Jetty and discover the village/beach. Overnight sail to Pulau Wayag.
Day 3: Pulau Wayag
Arriving at dawn in Wayag offers stunning light and scenery. Guests can start the day with a trek up Mont Pindito for breathtaking views of the limestone islands. The rest of the day is spent exploring Wayag's inner lagoon, pristine beaches, and snorkeling spots filled with giant clams and vibrant marine life. Divers will enjoy sites like Batu Seven and a secret spot featuring mantas and coral gardens. Overnight mooring or anchoring in the calm inner lagoon.
Day 4: Pulau Kawe
In the morning, sail to Pulau Kawe (approx. 14 NM) with a possible stop at Wayag Rangers station to spot blacktip sharks. Jakare then sails southward, crossing the equator before reaching Kawe's snorkeling and dive spots, Black Rock and Eagle Rock. Both spots are known for strong currents, with Black Rock featuring soft coral gardens, sharks, and Napoleon fish, while Eagle Rock offers mantas at cleaning stations and wobbegong sharks among colorful corals. After diving, Jakare sails to Aljui Bay for a quiet mooring near the Pearl Farm, with an optional night dive at the Farm Jetty.
Day 5: Pulau Wofoh
In the morning, guests can visit the pearl farm. Jakare then sails 6 NM to Pulau Wooh, a paradise with pristine beaches to explore via kayak or paddle. Snorkeling reveals vibrant coral gardens, while divers can enjoy a stunning wall and sandy valley with schools of trevallies, fusiliers, and turtles. In the afternoon, Jakare heads 8 NM southwest to anchor at Pulau Maniafun.
Day 6: Pulau Penemu
Jakare departs early while guests sleep, with breakfast served en route to Pienemu. Upon arrival, the first snorkel and dive of the day takes place at Keruo Channel, a drift site with stunning coral walls, reef fish, barracudas, and snappers. Afterward, guests can snorkel or dive at Melissa Garden, featuring coral-covered pinnacles and schools
of fusiliers, jacks, and trevallies. Non-divers can enjoy nearby beaches and snorkeling. After lunch, Jakare moves north for a trek up a limestone mount for panoramic views of Pienemu, followed by a swim in the lagoon. The day ends with a night dive at Pulau Yangello (12 NM), where peaceful mangroves await exploration.
Day 7: Pulau Arborek
Wake up to the sound of white cockatoos and explore the inner mangroves of Pulau Yangello by kayak, or opt for an early dive. Breakfast is served en route to Pulau Arborek, where Jakare anchors in front of the island. Arborek offers snorkeling, diving, beach walks, and village visits. The jetty is an easy dive spot with vibrant coral gardens and giant clams. After exploring Arborek, Jakare sails to Manta Sandy (1 NM) for snorkeling and diving at the Manta Cleaning Station. Later, sail east to Pulau Friwen (13 NM), enjoy the sunset, and anchor for the night.
Days 8-9: Pulau Mioskon
Activities around Pulau Mioskon include snorkeling, diving, and exploring from dinghies. Mioskon Reef is a vibrant spot, home to yellow snappers, Napoleon wrasse, trevallies, wobbegong sharks, and pygmy seahorses. Blue Magic offers thrilling current dives with reef fish, pelagics, and mantas. Afterward, Jakare sails back to Friwen anchorage for swimming, snorkeling, beach relaxation, and village exploration.
Day 10:
Early morning trek to spot the Bird of Paradise, a rare species in West Papua, followed by breakfast. Enjoy snorkeling and diving at Friwen Wall, then relax on the beach or kayak. The day ends with a beach BBQ and party.
Day 11: Back to Sorong
Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.
Transfer details
Departure
08:00am
Sorong
Sorong Airport: SOQ
Return
09:00am
Sorong
Sorong Airport: SOQ
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