Raja Ampat is famous for its rich marine biodiversity where 75% of the world’s marine species have been found. There are many species that divers hope to spot while diving in Raja Ampat, but rays are some of the most sought after. Diving with rays is a majestic feeling. The way they glide through the
We’re so excited to announce that Papua Paradise Eco Resort has come #7 in the top 10 Dive Resorts in the World! This is such an incredible testament to the beauty of the resort and the hardworking staff there. It’s also worth noting that for the second year running Indonesia has been named the world’s
Raja Ampat might be best known for its spectacular underwater life, but look up in the trees and you’ll find that its avian population is just as incredible. For birders and nature enthusiasts Papua Paradise Eco Resort on Birie Island is heaven. New Guinea is home to an incredible 800+ bird species, 160 of which
Raja Ampat off the coast of West Papua is one of the richest areas for marine diversity in the world. Because of this it is of the utmost importance to keep this area’s ecosystem healthy. While diving in Raja Ampat you will have an amazing opportunity to see species found nowhere else in the world.
In 2001 the first comprehensive scientific survey of Raja Ampat was conducted by Conservation International. This record-breaking census recorded almost 1,000 species of tropical fish, some previously unrecorded anywhere in the world. If you are a diver or marine photographer and this doesn’t make you want to jump on a plane to Indonesia right now,
