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MISOOL LIVEABOARD DIVING
The Iconic Diving Cruise in Indonesia

Explore South Raja Ampat by Liveaboard

A Misool liveaboard Diving is considered a rite of passage for passionate divers. Frequently ranked among the world’s finest dive destinations, Misool deserves a place on every diver’s bucket list. Located in the heart of South Raja Ampat, this remote archipelago is home to some of the healthiest coral reefs, the richest marine biodiversity, and the most spectacular underwater landscapes on Earth.

“Misool is one of the most intact reef systems remaining on the planet. Places where
biodiversity is increasing rather than declining can now be counted on one hand.”

Dr. Mark Erdmann,
marine biologist and conservationist, Vice President of the Asia-Pacific division at Conservation
International.

With no roads and virtually no coastal infrastructure, a liveaboard is the only way to fully experience this untouched paradise. Each morning, you’ll wake up just minutes from world-class dive sites, maximizing your time underwater. Thanks to local regulations within the Misool Marine Reserve, dive operators are allocated exclusive time slots, ensuring your group is the only one at each dive site for one hour. Between dives, you’ll cruise through crystal-clear lagoons, towering limestone karsts, hidden beaches, and secluded islands, making the journey every bit as breathtaking above the surface as it is below. It’s no surprise that a Misool liveaboard diving trip is widely regarded as one of Indonesia’s most iconic and rewarding underwater adventures.

Relive our liveaboard diving adventure through this video of Sam_Indowild.

KEY INFOS

Sorong (SOQ)
Sorong (SOQ)
14-24th March 2027
10 nights
250 Nautical miles
27 Dives
Teman Liveaboard

HIGHLIGHTS

Iconic limestone rock landscape
Only 2 nights of Navigation
Konjo leader on board
Jelly-fish Lake Experience
Love Lagoon Viewpoint
Rock painting & Regular tender tours
Dolphins & Black-tip sharks experience
Well-regulated policy ( 1 boat = 1 dive site)
Intimist & friendly - Only 10 participants

UNDERWATER

Pristine & colourful coral reefs
Manta rays, reef sharks, pelagics
Pygmy seahorses, rich macro fauna
Unmatched quantity and diversity of fish
Highest marine biodiversity on Earth
Varied and spectacular underwater topography
Local curiosities (wobbegong sharks, and epaulette sharks...)

From 5200€/pers ENQUIRE

French-speaking Expedition Leader for exclusive diving expeditions with Konjo Cruising Indonesia, exploring Indonesia's most remote destinations.

Your Konjo Leader

Sonia is a highly experienced CMAS and PADI French Instructor (fluent in English and Spanish) who spent several years teaching diving in Honduras. She has also led diving groups in Spain, the Azores, Rangiroa, and throughout Indonesia. This will be her fifth expedition as a Konjo Leader, following successful trips to Raja Ampat, the Moluccas, and Triton Bay.

She is passionate about marine biology and dedicated to making every guest’s experience unforgettable. She has countless practical diving tips to share, and a naturally warm and empathetic personality. Sonia is also a certified Handi Diving Instructor, qualified to teach and support divers with disabilities. This experience has further strengthened her ability to adapt to each diver’s needs, making everyone feel comfortable, confident, and included.

The Boat

TEMAN LIVEABOARD

Teman’s design is simple and efficient, which guarantees a safe and comfortable navigation. Open space to the ocean, the lounge gives the passengers a stunning view from the sofa or bean bags. With 5 air-conditionned cabins, Teman offers an intimist and friendly experience at sea. Nitrox is fully available onboard.

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RAJA AMPAT SOUTHERN ROUTE

14th to 24th March 2027

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Three Days In The Dampier Strait

Postcard-perfect landscapes and legendary dive sites

Departing from Waisai, charming colorful villages line the picturesque shores of the Dampier Strait. Eco-resorts and homestays add to this Robinson Crusoe–like setting. Coconut trees and lush vegetation frame the pristine white-sand beaches.

Day 1: From Sorong to the Dampier Strait

We will pick you up from your hotel or directly at the Sorong airport (depending on your travel plans) and take you on board. Welcome drink and cabin check-in. General briefing about life on board and safety instructions. The boat departs Sorong for a 5-hour cruise to the Dampier Strait. A first dive session will be around Saonek Kecil in the late afternoon. The boat will then anchor for the night near Sapokreng.

Schooling Fish David Guillemet Sweetlips bowl Cape Kri

Day 2 | Diving the Best Dive site of the Dampier Strait

In the Dampier Strait, three iconic dive sites capture the essence of Raja Ampat’s biodiversity. Blue Magic is an underwater ridge teeming with life, where Trevallies, Barracudas, Giant Groupers, and Grey Reef Sharks patrol the blue, while Oceanic Manta Rays glide gracefully above. Cape Kri, the most renowned site, overflows with marine life — dense schools of Snappers, Trevallies, Barracudas, and Reef Sharks make it one of the most species-rich reefs ever recorded. Just off the village of Sawandarek, a wooden jetty shelters coral-draped pillars alive with Glassfish, Sweetlips, Batfish, and curious turtles — a serene yet vibrant scene that also reflects the success of the local coral restoration program.

In the late afternoon, a gentle walk through Sawandarek village offers a glimpse of local Papuan life, where smiles, children’s laughter, and the rhythm of island living bring a warm and authentic close to the day.

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Day 3 | Manta Rays & Yangeffo

Early in the morning, your vessel will set sail toward the Arborek village area — renowned for its large population of Manta alfredi. These graceful giants can often be seen gliding above boulders and Manta ridge, stopping to be cleaned by clouds of wrasses and butterflyfish. Nearby, the best dive sites of Yangeffo are Citrus Ridge and Mayhem. They offer truly exceptional underwater experiences.

SIGNUP

Penemu Island

Day 4 | Penemu

Just two hours west of Gam Island lies the stunning island of Penemu, where a variety of activities will fill your day. Hop in the dinghies to explore the inner lagoon, then hike to the top for a surreal panoramic view of the island. Relax on secluded white-sand coves and marvel at the massive fish schools at My Reef or Keruo Channel.
Melissa’s Garden is home to an incredible field of acropora corals and expansive underwater ridges. This vibrant cleaning station attracts Napoleon wrasses, giant trevallies, and blacktip reef sharks, while the shallows are teeming with thousands of anthias.

Night of navigation Misool.

6 Diving Days in Misool

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Day 5 | Farondi & Wayil

The best dive sites in the area are Farondi Cave and Three Sisters. The latter consists of three pinnacles connected underwater by a vibrant reef. Farondi Cave, another of our Misool Liveaboard Diving most popular sites, begins with a descent into a small bowl before divers swim beneath a magnificent archway. Sheer walls and overhangs then lead the way to the cave itself — the perfect setting for an unforgettable safety stop. After a three-hour navigation, the vessel will anchor for the night north of Wayil, with a final dive of the day at Barracuda Rock, a site teeming with fish life. If tides permit, a tender excursion will be organized through the stunning Wayil Lagoon.

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Day 6 | Four Kings & Pele

Four Kings consists of four submerged pinnacles that create a spectacular and truly unique underwater landscape. Bursting with fish life, it ranks among the top five dive sites in Misool. After a few hours of navigation, you’ll arrive at the breathtaking Bay of Pele — a sanctuary for exotic birds such as cockatoos and Blyth’s hornbills. The area also boasts two magnificent dive sites, Kaleidoscope and Pele Playground, where vibrant corals and swirling fish life create a dazzling explosion of color.

SECURE YOUR SEAT

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Day 7 | Wayil & Fiabacet

OnAnother unforgettable day of your Misool liveaboard diving adventure awaits. the way to the Fiabacet reef complexe, Gorgonian Passage is a narrow channel where the size and diversity of sea fans are simply beyond imagination. To round off the experience, a short hike to the viewpoint above Love Lagoon offers breathtaking views over Misool’s maze of turquoise waters and limestone islets. In Fiabacet, An underwater ridge connecting Tank Rock and Nudi Rock offers a truly breathtaking dive. Grey Reef Sharks, Groupers, Yellowtail Barracudas, and tiny Pygmy Seahorses inhabit this vibrant site, which can be explored in various ways depending on the currents. Its richness is such that three or four dives would barely be enough to uncover all its wonders.

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Day 8| Warakaraket

Magic Mountain brings together everything divers dream of seeing in Raja Ampat. Schools of Bigeye, Bluefin, and Giant Trevallies swirl around massive Napoleon Wrasses, Groupers, Barracudas, and Reef Sharks. The highlight of the site is the regular appearance of Oceanic Manta Rays, gracefully gliding in for a cleaning session — a truly unforgettable spectacle. Nearby, the dive sites of Gas Ridge and Eagle Nest feature intricate underwater ridge systems teeming with fish and, with a bit of luck, the occasional passing manta ray.

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Day 9| Boo island

Boo Windows is one of Misool’s signature dive sites, named after the stunning tunnels that cut right through the rock formation. Boo East and Boo West are two other exceptional dive sites in the area, featuring underwater ridges, steep walls, and pinnacles covered in fields of giant sea fans — all teeming with vibrant marine life. The vessel will then return to anchor at Yilliet Kecil for another dive, followed by some time ashore at the ranger station’s beach — a perfect spot to observe juvenile Blacktip Reef Sharks in the shallows. Later in the evening, a night dive will be offered, with hopes of spotting the endemic Epaulette Shark, a fascinating species known for “walking” along the reef.

Another unforgettable day of Misool Liveaboard DDay 11 | Farewell to Your Misool Liveaboard Diving Adventureiving awaits, with world-class reefs, vibrant marine life, and breathtaking scenery.

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Day 10 | Balbulol

Your final day begins with a dive at No Contest, a submerged ridge renowned for its dramatic topography, vibrant coral growth, and abundant marine life. A scenic tender excursion through the breathtaking Balbulol Lagoon will follow, offering a unique perspective of its limestone karsts, hidden coves, and crystal-clear turquoise waters. You’ll also have the opportunity to snorkel in the famous Jellyfish Lake, home to thousands of harmless jellyfish. In the afternoon, your vessel will begin the return journey to Sorong, allowing you to relax and reflect on an unforgettable expedition through South Raja Ampat.

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Day 11 | Farewell to Your Misool Liveaboard Diving Adventure

After a quick breakfast and final farewells to the crew, you’ll be transferred to Sorong Airport for your flight, or to the hotel of your choice if you’re extending your stay. Our team will assist with all transfers to ensure a smooth and comfortable end to your Raja Ampat adventure.

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MISOOL LIVEABOARD DIVING The Iconic Diving Cruise in Indonesia