Papua Explorers Resort - Raja Ampat
The team at Papua Explorers Resort are, simply put, some of our favourite people in Raja Ampat. We’ve stayed in a fair few places in the Dampier Strait over the years, and for a relaxed, professional operation that consistently delivers fantastic diving, this is high on our list. They run PADI courses, but we’d suggest that if you’re coming all the way here, you’re probably already certified and ready to explore some serious reefs. What we love is their commitment to smaller groups. You’re not just another diver on a cattle boat; the guides really take the time to point out the little things – the pygmy seahorses camouflaged on a gorgonian, the subtle dance of a harlequin shrimp. We always feel like we’re spotting something new, even on sites we’ve dived multiple times. The sheer volume of fish on places like Cape Kri is something you have to experience: fusiliers, jacks, barracuda, sometimes so thick they block the sun. Our favourite tip? Ask for an early morning dive if you can – the light is softer, and the reef sharks are often still cruising the shallower sections before the day warms up. If you’re looking for a comfortable stay with passionate guides who know their stuff, Papua Explorers is a solid choice.
- Location
- Raja Ampat, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
- Coordinates
- -0.526478, 130.609050
- Phone
- +62 852-5090-6559
- [email protected]
- Website
- http://www.papuaexplorers.com
- Certification Agencies
- ["PADI"]
- Courses
- PADI 5 Star Dive Resort [padi:24493]
- Address
- Pinsilim Bay, Kampung Yenwaupnor, Meos Mansar, Waisai Sorong, Raja Ampat, No State 98942, Indonesia
Diving Capabilities - Papua Explorers Resort
- Freediving
Dive Sites Near Papua Explorers Resort
Papua Explorers Resort provides access to 15 dive sites in Raja Ampat.
- Aerborek Jetty (reef)
- Aerborek Jetty Dive Site (reef)
- Agusta Reef (wreck)
- Agusta Reef (reef)
- Algae Patch 1 (reef)
- Algae Patch 1 (cenote)
- Alyui Bay (reef)
- Andrea's Point
- Anita's Garden (reef)
- Arborek Dive Shop
- Arborek shark point
- Arefi Reef (reef)
- Arefi Reef (reef)
- Arno’s Underwater Reef (reef)
- Bag Island
Other Dive Centres in Raja Ampat
- Ambon Dive Explore
- Andau Dive Resort - ["PADI"]
- Coralia Liveaboards - ["PADI"]
- Delvin
- Dive Bluemotion
- Dive into Raja Ampat - ["PADI"]
- Gurara
- Koranu Fyak Homestay
- Lamima - ["PADI"]
- Lumba Lumba
Best Time to Dive in Raja Ampat
The warmest water temperatures in Raja Ampat occur in November, averaging 30.3°C. The coolest conditions are in July at 29.3°C.
Monthly Water Temperatures
- January: 29.7°C
- February: 29.4°C
- March: 29.6°C
- April: 29.9°C
- May: 29.9°C
- June: 29.7°C
- July: 29.3°C
- August: 29.4°C
- September: 29.6°C
- October: 30.0°C
- November: 30.3°C
- December: 30.1°C
Marine Life in Raja Ampat
Home to 250 recorded species including 176 reef fish, 43 hard corals, 8 seagrass & algae, 5 sea cucumbers, 4 clams & mussels, 4 other.
Notable Marine Life
- Boring Clam (Tridacna crocea) - Clams & Mussels
- Blue-lined Surgeonfish (Acanthurus lineatus) - Reef Fish
- Fluted clam (Tridacna squamosa) - Clams & Mussels
- chocolate chip sea star (Protoreaster nodosus) - Starfish
- Pinkfish (Holothuria edulis) - Sea Cucumbers
- Staghorn coral (Acropora solitaryensis) - Hard Corals
- Stripy (Katsuwonus pelamis) - Reef Fish
- Indian mackerel (Rastrelliger kanagurta) - Reef Fish
- Bristle-toothed Surgeonfish (Ctenochaetus striatus) - Reef Fish
- Kawakawa (Euthynnus affinis) - Reef Fish
Recommended Packing List for Raja Ampat
Based on average water temperature of 29.7°C, currents 20 cm/s.
- Shorty or Rashguard - warm 30°C water needs minimal exposure protection
- Mask - essential for every dive
- Fins
- BCD - buoyancy compensator
- Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
- Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
- Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
- Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
- Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories