Raja Ampat & West Papua
The Raja Ampat Islands in West Papua are home a 9.8-million acre marine reserve that the Nature Conservancy called "the world's bull's-eye for coral biodiversity." Its tightly clustered islands and islets support thriving coral reefs and astounding biodiversity in clear, sheltered waters that remain calm nearly year round. in addition to world-class diving and snorkeling, the islands offer great opportunities for hiking, and the nearby coast is home to thickly forested mountains, inland lakes and tribal villages.
- Sail amongst the Raja Ampat islands, anchor overnight and spend your days diving in some of the world's most famed reefs.
- Cruise the coast to Cenderwasih National Park, another biodiversity hotspot, home to cassowaries, dugongs, giant turtles and 40 different types of the endemic Bird of Paradise (Cenderwasih).
- Travel inland and trek several days in the mountains surrounding the lovely Danau Giji and Danau Giti Lakes to visit the Manikom and Hatam tribal peoples.
- Camp and hike in the Wondiwoi Mountain Reserve, home to rich montane rainforests and over 100 species of birds.