Destinations · Raja Ampat
The richest reefs on earth, in Indonesia
Hundreds of jungle islands and limestone karsts in West Papua, surrounded by the most biodiverse coral reefs on the planet. A true adventure for divers, snorkellers and anyone who wants to be far from everything.
Best months
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Dark = best · light = good · grey = off season
October to April brings calm seas and the best diving. June to August is windier in the south, when many yachts move elsewhere in Indonesia.
Typical weather by month
Sorong & Raja Ampat
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air | 31°C 88°F | 31°C 88°F | 31°C 88°F | 31°C 88°F | 31°C 88°F | 30°C 86°F | 30°C 86°F | 30°C 86°F | 31°C 88°F | 31°C 88°F | 31°C 88°F | 31°C 88°F |
| Sea | 29°C 84°F | 29°C 84°F | 29°C 84°F | 30°C 86°F | 30°C 86°F | 29°C 84°F | 28°C 82°F | 28°C 82°F | 28°C 82°F | 29°C 84°F | 29°C 84°F | 29°C 84°F |
| Wind kn | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 5 |
Typical averages: daytime high air temperature and sea temperature in °C and °F, and average wind in knots. Actual weather varies year to year.
Yachts that suit Raja Ampat
- Phinisi yachtsTraditional Indonesian sailing yachts, ideal for diving trips.
- Expedition yachtsRange and a dive centre on board make the difference here.
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