INFORMATIONS
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7 days - 6 nights
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100% CUSTOMIZABLE TRIP
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From 1 270€ per person. See our price & conditions below.
YOU WILL LOVE:
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Visiting the last paradise on Earth
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Staying at a lovely boutique hotel set on a deserted island
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Sleeping in a bungalow on stilts in an idyllic bay
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The perfect combination of leisure and adventure
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Discovering the Batanta waterfall and the Kalibiru river
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Swimming with Manta rays and turtles
Day 1: Sorong airport - Raja Ampat
Arrival in the Raja Ampat Archipelago
You arrive at Sorong Airport in West Papua on the island of New Guinea. You are picked up by your driver who takes you to the town's harbour where you board the ferry directly to Waisai. After a 2-hour crossing, you arrive in Waisai and meet your boatman at the pier, who takes you to your accommodation by motorboat. After about 50 minutes you have arrived in paradise. On a tiny desert island, the hotel's wooden bungalows are built on stilts directly above the turquoise blue sea. This lovely boutique-hotel is run by a French couple. You settle into your charming bungalow and the rest of the day is free.
10 min drive, 2 h ferry, 50 min motorboat. With English speaking local guide. Accommodation: boutique-hotel in paradise. Meals: lunch and/or dinner depending on arrival time.
Day 2: Raja Ampat
Snorkeling excursion in Sawandarek
You wake up in paradise. After a superb French breakfast, you jump into a small boat for a snorkeling excursion. You reach the village of Sawandarek in the south of Mansuar Island. Sawandarek is THE best place for snorkeling, offering some of the most beautiful and diverse underwater scenery in Raja Ampat. It is home to colorful corals and fish, reef sharks, barracudas, turtles, and other amazing creatures that you will never forget. Return to your boutique hotel. In the evening, don't miss the beautiful sunset over the quiet bay before dinner is served.
Half day excursion. Boat captain and local guide included. Accommodation: Boutique-hotel in paradise. Meals: full board.
Your bungalow on stilts
Jump in the ocean directly from your private terrace
Day 3: Raja Ampat
Free day in paradise
You wake up to the sound of birds singing and the waves. You enjoy your breakfast while admiring the crystal-clear sea. Today is a free day. Relax on the terrace of your bungalow, read, or put on fins, mask, and snorkel for a session of snorkeling in the surrounding bay. Just a few strokes from your bungalow is a wall of colorful, phosphorescent coral that hides hundreds of fish, turtles, and even small black tip sharks! You can also take a walk along the coast to find fresh coconuts.
Accommodation: Boutique-hotel in paradise. Meals: full board.
Day 4: Raja Ampat
Excursion to Batanta Waterfall and snorkeling
Batanta Island is one of the four largest islands in the archipelago. Its waterfalls are breathtaking! A natural paradise not to be missed! You walk for 1 hour in a setting reminiscent of Jurassic Park, surrounded by many birds and tropical butterflies. Swim in the waterfall and enjoy a picnic lunch. On the way back, you stop at a beautiful snorkeling site to enjoy Raja Ampat's underwater treasures once again.
Half day excursion. With a local guide. Accommodations: Boutique hotel in paradise. Meals: full board.
Colorful coral garden
Mantas swimming just in front of the bungalows
Day 5: Raja Ampat
Free day in paradise
You wake up to the sound of birds singing and the waves. You enjoy your breakfast while admiring the crystal-clear sea. Today is a free day. Relax on the terrace of your bungalow, read, or put on fins, mask, and snorkel for a session of snorkeling in the surrounding bay. Just a few strokes from your bungalow is a wall of colorful, phosphorescent coral that hides hundreds of fish, turtles, and even small black tip sharks! You can also take a walk along the coast to find fresh coconuts.
Accommodation: Boutique-hotel in paradise. Meals: full board.
Day 6: Raja Ampat
Excursion to the enchanting Kalibiru river
Today, you go on an excursion to discover the Kalibiru River. Discover this magical place where the water of the river appears crystal blue. This natural phenomenon is observed when the sun's rays hit the riverbed. The water molecules then automatically absorb the red, then the yellow, the green and the violet of the light spectrum, thus creating this very intense blue color. The scenery along the small channels is enchanting. Enjoy a picnic lunch and return to the hotel in the afternoon.
Full day boat tour. Accommodation: Boutique hotel in paradise. Meals: Full board.
Kalibiru river
Snorkeling with turtles
Day 7: Raja Ampat - Sorong airport
Last day in Raja Ampat
Enjoy your last moments in paradise before you are taken back to Waisai harbour by motorboat. There you take the ferry to Sorong where you then meet your driver who takes you to Sorong Airport for your onward flight. You are accompanied by your guide until entering the airport.
10 min drive, 2 h ferry, 50 min motorboat. With English speaking local guide. Meals: breakfast.
PRICE INCLUDES
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6 nights in a double bungalow
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Tours as per itinerary
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Transfers Sorong Airport - Sorong Harbour, and back
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Ferry tickets Sorong - Waisai - Sorong
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Transfers Waisai - Hotel - Waisai
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Excursions with local guide: Sawandarek snorkeling excursion, Kalibiru excursion, Batanta waterfall excursion.
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Meals: full board
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
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International & domestic flights
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Private travel & medical insurances
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Raja Ampat National Park entrance fee
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Covid tests
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Additional drinks and personal expenses
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Costs for excess luggage
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Tips
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Snorkeling equipment
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Scuba dives
