Where is Raja Ampat? Raja Ampat is located off of West Papua, the easternmost province of Indonesia. Although it’s named the 4 Kings after the 4 main islands, it’s actually an archipelago of over 1,500 islands.
Indonesia is an incredible country spread over almost 2 million square miles and 3 time zones. This nation is made up of over 17,000 islands and countless tribes, languages, and customs. Indonesia as a country should definitely be on your travel bucket list, and if it isn’t we’re sure it will be after you read
Batanta is the smallest of Raja Ampat’s 4 Kings, or main islands. However, this doesn’t mean its small. At 60km long and about 8km wide, there is plenty to explore on and around this lush island. Read on to find out why Batanta is a must-visit island on your Raja Ampat adventures.
Raja Ampat is a remote region of West Papua and therefore has an amazing selection of endemic species. Over 35 species of fish and up to 40 corals are endemic to this region. Some of these species are very rare, some can be seen often while diving in the region. If you’re diving in Raja
When we talk about Raja Ampat we often mention the area being in the heart of the Coral Triangle. Most serious divers will be familiar with this term but for most it needs explaining. Let’s talk about where the Coral Triangle is and what amazing things you’ll find there.
