Southwest Papua Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Raja Ampat Islands are an Indonesian archipelago off the northwest tip of Bird’s Head Peninsula in West Papua. Comprising hundreds of jungle-covered islands, Raja Ampat is known for its beaches and coral reefs rich with marine life. Ancient rock paintings and caves are on Misool Island, while the crimson bird of paradise lives on Waigeo Island. Batanta and Salawati are the archipelago’s other main islands. #LifeAtExpedia
The Raja Ampat Islands are an Indonesian archipelago off the northwest tip of Bird’s Head Peninsula in West Papua. Comprising hundreds of jungle-covered islands, Raja Ampat is known for its beaches and coral reefs rich with marine life. Ancient rock paintings and caves are on Misool Island, while the crimson bird of paradise lives on Waigeo Island. Batanta and Salawati are the archipelago’s other main islands. #LifeAtExpedia
Raja Ampat is a beautiful part of West Papua. Wayag especially is stunning but every view and location was great Diving was so diverse with both hard and soft corals, tropical fish, big fish etc. we had gentle dives and strong current in places too. #LifeAtExpedia
Wonderful Indonesia. Many red n white flag all around the island.. Welcoming the independence day of Indonesia..
Bentangalam Kars of Painemu. Formation of Kars landscape influenced by dissolution and geological structures. These amazing little islands are a must see when touring Raja Ampat. #LifeAtExpedia

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Scenic limestone islands rise from the seascape of Misool, Indonesia. This area, in southern Raja Ampat, is known for its spectacular marine biodiversity and inspiring landscapes.
Sorong
Known for Dining, Friendly people and Sports
Escape to Sorong! Enjoy its diving, monuments and dining.
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Water Hut of Homestay on Kri Island. Raja Ampat, Indonesia, West Papua
Mansuar Island
Venture to Pasir Timbul Raja Ampat—just one of the sights to explore around Mansuar Island.
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Destroyed water house on the coast of the village of Saporkren Waisai, Raja Ampat
Waisai
Check out Pasir Timbul Raja Ampat—just one of the sights to explore around Waisai.
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Arborek
Arborek
Check out Pasir Timbul Raja Ampat—just one of the sights to explore around Arborek.
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One, very small example, of the thousands of islands that make up the Indonesian archipelago that is collectively known as Raja Ampat. These predominantly limestone islands are often covered in dense green jungle and surrounded by diverse marine life and pristine coral reefs. #LifeAtExpedia
Misool Barat
Plan your trip to Misool Barat and take advantage of the sights and activities in the area.
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Kri
Kri
Check out Pasir Timbul Raja Ampat—just one of the sights to explore around Kri.
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