Raja Ampat beaches and land excursions to the island

The beach is located on the Raja Ampat archipelagowest of Irian Jaya. Raja Ampat is the fraction of Sorong regency, since 2003. Has 610 islands (only35 islands are inhabited) with a total area of ​​about46,000 km2, but only 6,000 km2 of land, 40,000 km2 of the sea again .

This area had become the target of hunters reef fishby bombing and spread the poison cyanide.However, there are still many people who attempt toprotect the area so that the wealth of the sea could be saved. Coral reefs in the sea Raja Ampatconsidered comprehensive in the world. Of the 537 species of coral of the world, 75 percent were inthese waters. Also found 1104 species of fish, 669 species of molluscs (soft animals), and 537 species of coral animals. Incredible.

well, right edge of the beach is not just its natural beauty but also marine life. Sunlight that penetrates the crevices of the ocean waves up to the reef. diversity of coral reeffish and the fish will spoil you, especially the lovers of diving, as well as make alasting impression for tourists. For lovers of coastal tourism and underwater fanatic,Raja Ampat is very well known even considered the best in the

world for the quality of coral reefs.

Many international underwater photographers capture the charm of the sea RajaAmpat. Some even come over and over again and make a special book about the beauty of coral reefs and marine life of this region. Mid-2006, a special team of the world's leading scientific adventure magazine, National Geographic, a cover story in Raja Ampat that will become a major report in 2007

here are also available resort2 and lodging is also a place for lodging and rentalequipment for diving. almost complete as bali. but here still favor the beauty of so many walled and roofed it woven palm leaves. Local residents involved in the development and management of the resort, even 90 of the 100 employees are Papuans. Residents also supplies fish, vegetables, fruits, and others. One of the tour package to visit the village to see the typical local plants and animals, including birds of Paradise. Many tourists who become donorsof the church building and education of children around the Man-flare.

In addition to marine and fisheries, Raja Ampat has a wealth of natural resources, including oil and nickel. At the bottom of the sea also many ships have foundered former World War II, which is estimated to contain "treasuretrove" of high value. However, if mismanaged, it is feared exploitation activities threaten the preservation and natural beauty of the sea.

Raja Ampat Island Paradise in Papua

Raja Ampat Tourism is a tourist place in Papua, which has worldwide. Raja Ampat fame as one of the mostattractive travel destinations have been documented in the documentary film entitled “Edis Paradise 3”to premiere in Switzerland. Documentary made by Avant Premiere raised the beauty of the underwater world of Raja Ampat in Papua called Amazon World Ocean. The nickname was carried because the position of the Raja Ampat is in the center of the world’s coral triangle. Raja Ampat are included in theterritory of West Papua is a group of islands with 610 islands scattered, but only just 35 island occupied byresidents.

Keep in mind that 75% of fish species in the world are located in the waters of Raja Ampat. Ocean in Raja Ampat is a natural ecosystem that is still awake kelesetariannya until now. The high value of the strategicnature of the sea in Papua led to Raja Ampat in Papua travel are protected by the laws of Indonesia.

This is to prevent the destruction of marine ecosystems that act solely pursuing business advantage. Not without reason! Raja Ampat Tourism has become the focus of world travel at the present moment.

Tourism Raja Ampat in Papua offers a number of attractions that are in great demand by foreign touristsin particular, namely diving. Activities diving (diving underwater) and snorkeling in Raja Ampat will showthe beauty of the underwater world of Raja Ampat in Papua that is so enchanting, with various species of fish and coral reefs natural living. Diving in Raja Ampat will show you a variety of different species of fish that even you have never known before. Remember, 75% of fish species are in Raja Ampat. Have you seen manta rays? The width of the stingray‘s body even reach 2 m.

At least there are 1500 species of fish, 537 species of coral, and 699 invertebrates that can be found inthe underwater world of Raja Ampat. For diving, you will be accompanied by experts and use a completediving equipment. If you ever do a diving at other beaches, then you will be so amazed at the beauty of the underwater Raja Ampat in Papua. Ecosystems are very natural and so dazzling that makes RajaAmpat Amazon dubbed the World Ocean.

Raja Ampat Diving - Paradise Under The Sea

The Raja Ampat area of Northwest Irian Jaya is filled with islands, surrounded by reefs and inundated with fish! After 9 years in the area we have only begun to discover the natural treasures awaiting us on each dive.

The area's reefs are covered in a diverse selection of both hard and soft corals. Most of the areas reefs are pristine, with mile after mile of perfect hard corals, drift after drift of Dendronephya (soft) corals of many species and colors ranging from brilliant red, to shocking yellow pretty pink and exotic purple. Most reef dives are very colorful.

Among, above, and on top of the corals are fish. Schooling fish, solitary fish, beautiful fish, ugly fish, large fish, small fish! Some fish that are considered to be rare in many parts of the world are abundant in the Raja Ampat area. For example, many Sargassum Frogfish are found in the floating weed in front of the dive resort.

Wobbegong Sharks are found on many dives, often lying atop perfect table corals like a fish carefully arranged by a chef on a dinner plate. The Epaulette Shark, a small shark only a foot long, is numerous and found very often on night dives in the seagrass or even on the shelf of a wall dive.

Giant Clams are found at many of our dive sites. These clams are large enough to swallow a child, but are embedded in the reef and covered with soft corals, tunicates and sponges so thick they can barely close their shells. Wai Island has a "Giant Clam Area" just off the beach.

The offshore reef sites, especially those near Kri Island are poplulated with MEGATONS of schooling fish! Many different species school in the current sometimes mixing so that a diver is surrounded by a chaotic mass of fish life. The most common to see are barracuda, jacks, bannerfish, surgeonfish, fusiliers, parrotfish and snappers. All in many species. The fish are so dense that they sometimes block the view of your dive buddy or the surface!

RAJA AMPAT DIVING FACTS

Most dives are drift dives due to strong currents in the area. The currents provide nutrients for the outstanding quantity and variety of fish life and corals in the area. A fabulous variety of colorful soft corals and plenty of reef fish are found at most sites. Large schools of fish are known to populate some areas, pelagics such as sharks, Manta and Mobula Rays, dolphin, whales and turtles are frequent sights.

Visibility is good, but not spectacular, and is best in the morning dives. The water temperature is 82°-84°F (28°-29°C) year round.

Water Temperatures
The average sea surface temperature between Nov and Apr is 28°C and can drop up to 2°C in the south with the SE trade winds from May to Oct. Actual values vary very little from average values being within 2°C on 90% of occasions.

The Raja ampat area is not only stunning underwater. Topside, the islands have a very diverse topography with steep mountain shores and deserted white sand beaches. The area is far off the beaten track and is rarely visited by foreigners. The raw beauty of the islands will fascinate you. It's dense jungle interior is known for its many orchids and the paradise birds. Waigeo and Batanta have the Wilson's and the Red Bird of Paradise both endemic to this area, as well as abundantly present Lorikeets, Parrots, Kingfishers, Eagles and Hornbills.