Raja Ampat

Join Mermaid Liveaboards 5 Stars operator, luxury, yet affordable diving & snorkeling trips in Raja Ampat. Raja Ampat Marine Park covers a large area with more than 1500 islands listed. Therefore, a liveaboard is an ideal way to explore this fantastic destination. Here you will explore one of the last frontiers of unspoiled diving and snorkelling.

The archipelago’s pristine reefs are not only vibrant, but the region also proves to have the highest coral reef biodiversity for its size in the world. Raja Ampat holds more than 1,320 fish and 550 coral species and all that is yet to be discovered. Raja Ampat is the epicentre of global marine biodiversity and considered to have the best coral reef diving on the planet. From unusual wobbegong sharks to majestic giant mantas to tiny pygmy seahorses, Raja Ampat has it all!

Why dive Raja Ampat with Mermaid Liveaboards?

There are reasons why both Mermaid I and II have been voted every year for the last decade among the Top Ten World Best Liveaboards by DIVE Magazine.

We are a 5 star liveaboards that provides luxury and exceptional service through our friendly, experienced & professional crews. Our consistency in conducting high quality, environmentally friendly operations while at the same time supporting the local people, has brought us our most significant achievement: a high level of repeater guests.

Mermaid Liveaboards won a total of 9 (nine!!) SCUBA Diving Magazine 2024 Readers Choice awards, including First Place in these categories:
Best Overall
Quality of Staff
Level of Safety.

The other awards we won are in the following categories: Level of Value (2nd Place), Quality of Rental Gear (2nd Place), Quality of the Liveaboard, Level of Luxury, Quality of the Berths, and Quality of the Food.

There’s more than diving in Raja Ampat.

If you are snorkellers or have non-diver family members or friends and you are not sure if this will be a trip that they would enjoy, we have good news: there are many activities for you too!! 

There are plenty of excellent sites in this fabulous destination, which not only great for diving but also for snorkelling. This marine park is listed among the world’s best-snorkelling destinations.

This area is also remarkable for its stunning above water scenery. The famous natural landmark of Raja Ampat is of the mushroom-shaped limestone formations covered in dense vegetation rising out of the turquoise seas. A visit to Pianemo or Wayag viewpoints for extraordinary views and photo opportunities of these iconic natural wonders.

During our trip to Raja Ampat, we will also visit local villages on some islands and explore the beautiful lagoon by speed boat. 

Mermaid I offers 10, and 12 day trips while Mermaid II does 9 day diving & snorkelling cruise in Raja Ampat. 

Check the itinerary details here:
9 and 10 Days Sorong-Raja Ampat-Sorong Itineraries
12 Days Sorong-Raja Ampat-Sorong Itineraries

Prices include transfers from/to airport and all free of charge points outlined in our FAQ section, all meals & snacks, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, soft drinks and drinking water, tanks, weights, weight belts and diving with experienced Divemasters/Instructors.

Prices do not include transfers outside of the free of charge zones outlined in our FAQ section, national park/port fees, Fuel Surcharges if applicable, Nitrox fills, rental equipment, onboard courses, massages, souvenirs and alcoholic beverages

Below you will find more helpful information on how to get to Raja Ampat, best time to visit, water temperature and dive site map information. Or if you are ready to book, you can check Mermaid I & II schedule & itineraries here.