Raja Ampat & Misool

Route: Sorong – Raja Ampat – Misool – Sorong
Embarkation & Disembarkation: Sorong (Domine Eduard Osok Airport, SOQ)
Seasonal Highlights: Manta rays, wobbegong sharks, pygmy seahorses, pristine coral reefs and exceptional marine biodiversity.

Journey through the heart of Raja Ampat and the spectacular reefs of Misool, where limestone islands, vibrant coral gardens and extraordinary marine biodiversity combine to create one of the world’s finest diving destinations. Over eight nights aboard Solitude Adventurer, discover colourful reefs, exhilarating drift dives and thriving underwater ecosystems across two of Indonesia’s most celebrated regions.

Explore the iconic reefs of central Raja Ampat before venturing south to the remote islands of Misool, renowned for dramatic limestone formations, flourishing soft and hard corals, pygmy seahorses, manta rays and the endemic Raja Ampat epaulette shark. Optional land excursions offer opportunities to experience the breathtaking scenery above the surface, completing an unforgettable expedition through the Coral Triangle.

Between dives, relax aboard Solitude Adventurer as you cruise between secluded islands and pristine reefs, enjoying attentive hospitality while exploring one of the planet’s richest marine ecosystems.

Day 1: Sorong – Embarkation (Up to 1 Check Dive)
Embark aboard Solitude Adventurer, settle into your cabin, complete orientation and diver registration, then enjoy a check dive, schedule permitting, before departing for Raja Ampat.

Day 2: Raja Ampat (Up to 4 Dives)
Begin exploring the spectacular reefs surrounding Waisai and Mansuar Island, where colourful pinnacles, coral walls and thriving marine life provide the perfect introduction to Raja Ampat.

Day 3: Raja Ampat (Up to 4 Dives)
Explore the western Dampier Strait around Gam, Yangefo and Airborek, with opportunities for exhilarating drift dives, macro photography and seasonal manta ray encounters.

Day 4: Raja Ampat (Up to 4 Dives)
Discover lively reefs, dramatic pinnacles and vibrant coral gardens, home to wobbegong sharks, reef sharks, rays and an incredible diversity of marine life. Enjoy an optional land excursion during the day.

Day 5: Misool (Up to 4 Dives)
Arrive in the spectacular reefs of southern Raja Ampat, where limestone islands, colourful coral gardens and thriving marine life create unforgettable diving experiences.

Day 6: Misool (Up to 4 Dives)
Continue exploring Misool’s world-renowned reefs, searching for pygmy seahorses, manta rays, the endemic Raja Ampat epaulette shark and an extraordinary diversity of reef life.

Day 7: Misool (Up to 4 Dives)
Enjoy another full day diving Misool’s pinnacles, ridges and coral-covered reefs, widely regarded as some of the finest dive sites in Raja Ampat.

Day 8: Misool (Up to 2 Dives)
Complete your final morning dives in the Daram region before returning to Sorong and commencing the mandatory minimum 18-hour no-fly surface interval.

Day 9: Sorong – Disembarkation (No Diving)
After breakfast, bid farewell to the crew before your transfer to Domine Eduard Osok Airport (SOQ) for your onward journey.

Please Note: Optional land excursions may require additional permits or entrance fees where applicable. All itineraries are subject to change due to weather, sea conditions, currents and local authority requirements. The Cruise Director may adjust routes, dive sites and schedules to maximise safety and guest experience. Marine life sightings are natural encounters and cannot be guaranteed.

Download the complete itinerary PDF for the full day-by-day schedule, dive highlights, route map and embarkation information for Solitude Adventurer Raja Ampat & Misool (9 Days, 8 Nights).