Wellenreng Itinerary
Raja Ampat Central and Misool - 8N9 days / 8 nights
About Wellenreng
- Intimate and adventurous trips with a maximum of six guests onboard
- Kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkelling gear for use when the boat is anchored
- Teak interiors with traditional design, and plenty of room to relax
- Voyages in some of Indonesia’s most remote areas, known for marine their marine wildlife and uncrowded dive sites
Cruising Indonesia’s most stunning locations since 2011, Wellenreng liveaboard is run by one of the country’s best-established operators when it comes to small group expeditions and intimate adventures. This traditional sailing phinisi offers a wide variety of itineraries and cruises packed with unique experiences - above and below the waterline. Divers of all skill and comfort levels can make the most of their time, enjoying top-notch facilities and as much hands-on guiding and assistance as they prefer. And, Wellenreng’s low-key yet luxurious atmosphere with just six guests onboard is unique among multi-day safaris, creating the ideal environment to make truly cherished memories.
Itinerary details
Length of trip 9 days / 8 nights
Number of dives 23
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 30 dives
Insurance Required
Highlights
- Circular itinerary exploring the very best dive sites in Raja Ampat
- Encounter both reef and oceanic manta rays at renowned dive sites
- Visit unspoiled hard and soft coral gardens
- Dive the well-known and action-packed Dampier Strait
- Explore the macro-laden black sands of Batanta Island
- Search for Pontoh’s pygmy seahorse at Mioskon
- Night dives included in the itinerary
Day 1 – Sorong: Embarkation
We meet you at the airport or your hotel and transfer to the harbor. Once onboard, you settle into your cabin, set up your dive gear, and join the welcome briefing. After everyone arrives, we start the long crossing through Sele Strait towards Misool.
The rest of the day is for relaxing, unpacking cameras and getting familiar with the boat and crew. No dives on the first day.
Day 2 – Misool: Daram (3 dives)
Today we visit the remote Daram islands. These reefs are packed with soft corals, fans and dense fish life. Expect drifting along colorful walls with fusiliers, napoleons and blacktip reef sharks.
Example dive sites: Andiamo, Warna Berwarna, and Candy Store.
Day 3 – Misool: Boo/Yellit Area (4 dives)
A full day on Misool’s signature reefs. From Boo Windows to Yellit and Magic Mountain, these sites combine manta cleaning stations, ridges loaded with fish, and long coral gardens with turtles and reef sharks. A night dive is planned.
Example dive sites: Magic Mountain, Boo Window, Eagle’s Nest, Yellit Kecil,
Day 4 – Misool: Fiabacet (3 dives)
Today we explore the Fiabacet chain, a stunning series of pinnacles connected by shallow ridges packed with soft corals. These sites often deliver busy fish action—trevallies, surgeonfish, turtles and swarms of anthias blanketing the slopes. The white sand sections attract wobbegongs, and the deeper edges are home to dense gorgonian forests.
Example dive sites: Tank Rock, Nudi Rock, Whale Rock.
Day 5 – Misool: Wayilbatan (4 dives)
We continue exploring southern Misool, diving the colourful ridges and seamounts of Fiabacet and the Wayil area. Expect big soft corals, healthy fans, pygmy seahorses and excellent visibility.
Example dive sites: Four Kings, Wedding Cake, Barracuda Rock, and Dunia Kecil.
Day 6 – Penemu (3 dives)
We arrive early at Penemu for a day of classic Dampier reefs, including large hard coral formations and high fish density when current is present. In the afternoon we hike to the famous viewpoint overlooking the star-shaped lagoons.
Example dive sites: My Reef, Melissa’s Garden, Batu Rufas.
Day 7 – Yangeffo / Arborek (4 dives)
Another full diving day in central Raja Ampat. We start at Lalosi, then move to the manta cleaning station at Manta Sandy. After visiting Arborek village, we end the day with a night dive at the pier.
Example dive sites: Lalosi, Manta Sandy, Arborek Jetty, Arborek Jetty (night).
Day 8 – Dampier Strait (2 dives)
Our final diving day focuses on two iconic sites. Expect large schools of jacks, snappers, barracudas and frequent grey reef sharks. After diving, we cruise back to Sorong for a relaxed final evening.
Example dive sites: Cape Kri, Blue Magic.
Day 9 – Sorong disembarkation
After breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye to the beautiful Wellenreng and her crew. We’ll arrange your transfer to the airport or your hotel in 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
12:00pm
Sorong
Sorong Airport: SOQ
Return
09:00am
Sorong
Sorong Airport: SOQ
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