Fritz Kolomsusu
Fritz Kolomsusu specialises in nature tours and visits to historic and culturally significant sites on Gam. Contact details, information and tour photos.
The Ultimate Raja Ampat Guide
10 Great Reasons to Book with Stay Raja Ampat
Booking with us is great for you, for the people of Raja Ampat and for the spectacular local environment. Find out why.
Raja Ampat: A step by step guide
This step by step guide provides everything you need to know when planning a Raja Ampat trip. Start here to quickly find the answers to all your questions.
Raja Ampat Homestays
Detailed must-know information for those considering accommodation in Raja Ampat homestays. Room types, facilities, services and cultural considerations.
How to get to Raja Ampat
A step by step description of how to get to Raja Ampat, including international and local flight details, airport transfers, ferry schedules and information
Raja Ampat local culture
Information about island life and Raja Ampat local culture. Read the important points relating to appropriate dress in villages & what to expect on Sundays
How to book Raja Ampat accommodation
Read this important information if you want to book traditional Papuan accommodation in Raja Ampat. Communication is difficult!
Raja Ampat Homestay Information Center
The Raja Ampat Homestay Information Center at Waisai harbour is open 7 days a week to assist you with everything to do with your homestay experience.
Raja Ampat weather
Detailed Raja Ampat weather and climate information, including current conditions and 9 day forecast for travellers wanting to choose the best time to visit
Raja Ampat Maps
Raja Ampat map resources, including hi-res geographic, accommodation locations, dive & snorkeling sites, Sorong street, Marine Protected Area maps and more
Raja Ampat health and medical FAQ
Detailed information about local health risks and the medical services available in West Papua’s Raja Ampat islands
Raja Ampat homestay food and drink
No a la carte menus, no waiters, no cocktails – and even beer is hard to find. All you need to know about Raja Ampat homestay food and drink.
Raja Ampat electricity, telephone and internet
Raja Ampat electricity, telephone and internet technical details and availability. Don’t expect widely available access to these services in the islands.
Money, Banks and ATMs
Information for travellers regarding access to money, banks and ATMs in Raja Ampat. You will need rupiah when out in the islands!
Drinking water in Raja Ampat
Information about island fresh water sources and why you should say no to bottled drinking water in Raja Ampat and drink locally sourced water instead
The Raja Ampat Visitor Entry Ticket
Charged by the Raja Ampat Government to help pay for tourism infrastructure, this ticket is one of two official fees that visitors are required to pay.
Raja Ampat Marine Park entry permit
Price of and how to purchase the required Raja Ampat Marine Park entry permit tag, including office location maps and photos. All visitors must have one.
Raja Ampat Entry Fees
In addition to the Raja Ampat Marine Park Entry fee, there’s a few places where extra fees are charged. Here’s where and why.
Raja Ampat accommodation prices
An overview of the factors contributing to Raja Ampat accommodation prices, why they are justified and how your views can be heard by local accommodation providers
Raja Ampat boat hire
Raja Ampat boat hire is not cheap. Avoid feeling ripped off by considering this advice, planning carefully and being aware of local conditions.
Raja Ampat Diving Code of Practice
The Raja Ampat Diving Code of Practice should be familiar to and observed by all divers and dive operators in Raja Ampat.
Cargo boats to Batanta and Fam
On a tight budget, but got plenty of time? Cargo boats to Batanta and Fam are much cheaper than going via Waisai. Here’s what you need to know.
How to get to Wayag
How to visit this iconic island group (and where you can go to see something similar if you find reaching Wayag is too hard)
Raja Ampat on a budget
Information for travellers wanting to visit Raja Ampat on a budget. Accommodation, transport and expense details to help with trip planning
Arborek
A tiny sand cay in the middle of everything. Excellent snorkelling, a dive shop, vibrant village life, close to Piaynemo, Manta Sandy and Manta Point.
Ayau and Asia Islands
The Ayau and Asia atolls are way beyond the end of the beaten track. Here’s how to visit this remote and undeveloped oceanic paradise.
Batanta
Incredible snorkelling in pristine ocean over rich reefs. Seagrass prairies, dugongs, waterfalls, rich jungle wildlife, remote and isolated homestays on uninhabited islands.
Friwen
The famous Friwen Wall, excellent snorkelling and diving, village life, close to Waisai and the many attractions of Pulau Gam and Kabui Bay.
Gam
Great reefs, some fabulous beaches, Birds of Paradise, the attractions of Gam and Kabui Bays, easy village access and lots of choices for accommodation.
Kri
The most popular of Raja Ampat’s islands, with many dive centers and plenty of accommodation options, great house reefs and long beaches.
Mansuar
Fringing coral reefs as good as those of Kri, jungle trekking opportunities, villages to explore, an easily accessible mid-island lake and rich birdlife.
Misool, Kofiau & Salawati
The Raja Ampat Homestay Association has no members on these islands, but here’s what we know and contacts for local experts who can help.
Pam Islands
Misnamed as “Fam” on most maps, the Pam Islands offer Raja Ampat’s most stunning beaches, crystalline waters, excellent snorkelling, and Piaynemo’s panoramas.
Waigeo
Raja Ampat’s biggest island, with enough attractions and accommodation options to keep you entranced for weeks. Wildlife rich jungles, incredible bays, diverse experiences.
West Waigeo
Some of the best reefs in Raja Ampat, spectacular seascapes, amazing bays, ancient handprints and cultural sites, fabulous snorkelling around remote island hideaways.
Is Raja Ampat open?
Updated June 20, 2023: All covid era restrictions have been dropped. All the information you need to plan and book a visit to Raja Ampat in 2023.
Raja Ampat conservation programs
Updated June 1 2023: How to make a truly effective and meaningful contribution to conservation and community development in the Raja Ampat islands.
Cancellation Policy update
August 2 2025: Our cancellation policy was updated today. The new policy applies to all cancellations received on or after August 1 2025.
Coronavirus: Impact on Raja Ampat bookings and travel plans
Mar 18 2020: Coronavirus Pandemic (COVID-19): Important information for guests of Raja Ampat homestays. A statement by the Raja Ampat Homestay Association.
Voluntourism in Raja Ampat
Oct 6 2018: “That volunteer trip you might be going on this year isn’t helping anyone…” How to best support conservation & community development in Raja Ampat.
Child Aid Papua Education Center
Sep 13 2018: CAP has a proven track record of providing education otherwise unavailable in Raja Ampat’s villages. Help their invaluable work to continue.
No! We will not cook your coconut crabs!
May 7 2018: Coconut crabs have been wiped out wherever their extensive former range overlapped that of humans. Homestays will not cook them for you.
Raja Ampat for sale
October 11 2017: How can local communities retain control of their traditional lands in the rush to development? A look at the problem and its solution.
UNDP 2017 Equator Prize awarded to Raja Ampat Homestay Association
Sep 17 2017: UNDP Equator Prize Award to the Raja Ampat Homestay Association recognises the vital role that the Association plays in conservation in Raja Ampat.
The Raja Ampat Homestay Association
Updated Sep 9 2017: UNDP Equator Prize winners. Supporting Papuan accommodation providers, ecotourism ventures, conservation initiatives, and visitors.
Raja Ampat Environment Watch
Oct 22 2015: Environment Watch is a web app that allows everybody to report environmental concerns and incidents to the responsible Raja Ampat authorities.
Raja Ampat Homestay Survey
Aug 25 2015: This survey provides feedback directly to Raja Ampat’s eco-tourism operators. If you’ve visited the islands, your feedback is sought and valued!
Marine plastic debris in Raja Ampat
Mar 15 2015: Littering and waste disposal is a major problem in Raja Ampat. Here’s the story of some local heroes not content to sit back and wait for government to solve it.
The Guardians of Raja Ampat
Nov 20 2014: Late breaking news – Go join the true Guardians of Raja Ampat in community screenings of the film during November and December 2014.
Raja Ampat diving lessons
Want to learn to dive in Raja Ampat? These Homestay Association dive centers offer lessons and Open Water certification.
A vision for life in Raja Ampat
Jul 16 2014: “Fifty years into the future, we the people of Raja Ampat…” – A document defining the aspirations of Papuan communities in Raja Ampat.
Help light up Raja Ampat
Jul 5 2014: Light up Raja Ampat – Contribute to the distribution of life-changing technologies and creation of sustainable businesses in remote island villages
Sail Raja Ampat 2014
Jul 2 2014: The biggest extravaganza ever mounted in the islands, Sail Raja Ampat is set to make a huge impact – but will it be beneficial or more akin to a giant meteorite strike?
Stay Raja Ampat v3.0
May 2 2014: Stay Raja Ampat Mark III. A quick guide to the new functions available to help you find your perfect accommodation in Raja Ampat.
Don’t rubbish Raja Ampat
Apr 16 2014: The sources of increasing trash in the ocean and on the beaches of Raja Ampat, local efforts to control it and how to avoid adding to the problem.
You’re invited to Stay Raja Ampat
Apr 13 2014: Here’s how to ask questions, provide site feedback, post homestay and guide reviews and make suggestions. We’re here for you.
Raja Ampat trekking
Experience Waigeo’s incredible terrestrial biodiversity and Ambel Maya culture with these rainforest trekking and Mayalibit Bay tour packages.
Raja Ampat Camping Tours
Tour Raja Ampat’s highlights by boat, spending nights either camping or at homestays. Quick package tours or extended explorations of your own design.
Diving with Raja Ampat homestays
Essential information for divers wanting to dive Raja Ampat on a budget. What you need to know about diving with Raja Ampat homestays, including contact details.
Snorkeling in Raja Ampat
All the information you need to organise the snorkeling trip of a lifetime. Maps, video, safety information, recommended accommodation locations and more.
Land based adventures in Raja Ampat
A guide to the many tour options available for land based adventures in Raja Ampat. Tour guide contact details, photos and information for island visitors
Raja Ampat for non-divers
An overview of the activities and attractions on offer in Raja Ampat for non-divers. Famous as a dive destination, it will soon be famous for so much more.
Birding in Raja Ampat
From Birds of Paradise to House Swallows, Raja Ampat is a birder’s paradise. Here’s everything you need to know to get out and see them all.
Kayaking in Raja Ampat
Information and contact details for organising sea kayaking in Raja Ampat. See the linked photos – there’s no better way to explore this island wonderland.
Raja Ampat liveaboard boat tours
Here’s how to see as much of Raja Ampat as possible in a limited time. If the Wayag Islands are on your bucket list, this is one of the best ways to experience them!
Arborek Dive Shop
At Pulau Arborek in the heart of Raja Ampat, Arborek Dive Shop provides guided dives, equipment rental and tours to the best of Raja Ampat’s dive sites.
Wayag Tour, North Waigeo and Mayalibit Bay Expedition
Is Wayag on your “must do” list? Join Papa Soleman’s six day marine adventure and also experience wonders that most Raja Ampat visitors will never get to see.
5 Great Raja Ampat Dive Sites That You’ll Never Forget
These are the ones not to miss: The best Raja Ampat dive sites, all easily accessible from the many Dampier Strait accommodation and dive operator options.
Abdul Muthalib
Born on Misool, fluent in English and a certified rescue diver, Abdul can organise any Misool adventure you want.
Alberth Sorondanya
Fluent in both French and English, Alberth can guide you and organise travel anywhere in Raja Ampat, West Papua and Papua provinces
Anne Putri
Based in Sorong, Anne speaks English and can organise Misool tours and accommodation to fit both your interests and your budget.
Benny Mambrasar
Contact information, tour prices and reviews for Red and Wilson’s Bird of Paradise tours with Benny Mambrasar on Raja Ampat’s Waigeo Island
Boy Alex Ofias
Alex is a Sorong based, English speaking guide who can organise anything you want to do in Sorong and Raja Ampat.
Christian Sauyai
Christian Sauyai and his brother Ferdi offer guided and custom boat tours to Wayag, Piaynemo, Batanta, Kabui Bay and elsewhere in the Dampier Strait region.
Franky Mambrasar
Contact details and info for Franky Mambrasar, who guides tours to observe the famed Wilson’s and Red Birds of Paradise, cockatoos and other Waigeo species
Indra Franzpower
A licenced guide with excellent English and long experience taking care of Indonesian and international clients, Indra Franzpower is a Misool specialist.
John Urbon
John Urbon makes negotiating Sorong easy. He can help with logistics, regional tours, airport and hotel transfers, and onward travel. Contact details here.
Simon Kolomsusu
Simon Kolomsusu specialises in nature tours and visits to historic and culturally significant sites on Gam. Contact details, information and tour photos.
The new Raja Ampat Homestays
Sep 22 2012: We’ve shifted domains and rebuilt Raja Ampat Homestays as Stay Raja Ampat. New look, same aim of helping you contact accommodation owners.