![]() Today we head west on our way to the Fam Islands in Western Raja Ampat. Following this we visit Arborek Village, a traditional commune and a hub for community-based marine conservation, which lies on the Dampier Strait. At Manta Sandy, butterfly fish and cleaner wrasse can be spotted as they gather to help mantas clean themselves. In the afternoon, we have a chance of pace and will take the time to go manta spotting. After lunch there is time for a snorkel near Friwen Island, and, if conditions allow, we’ll head to the renowned Friwen Wall to see its many sea fan corals. Octopus, moray eels and clams are also often spotted here. Around the twin islands the seafloor undulates and has a large number of sea mounds. This swim is a mix of reef coastal swimming and a short crossing. We start from Waigeo Island and make our way to the twin islands of Friwen and Yenbeser, which sit just 1km off the mainland. Many Papuans believe these birds are the reincarnation of fairies flitting around their jungles.Īfter a revitalising breakfast, we head back into the water for our first crossing of the trip. There are actually 38 species of this bird and they are one of the most iconic symbols of Papua. We take a 30-40-minute walk to view birds-of-paradise, locally known as the Cendrawasih, in their natural habitat. Today we have an early start to enjoy a special sunrise hike. Alcoholic drinks which can be purchased on board our boat.Travel to and from the start of the tour.All National Park Fees and Permissions Charges.All lunches (including mineral water, juice, tea and coffee).Transfer from airport or local hotel to vessel on Day 1.Swim guides and full safety escort on all swims.Fully guided swimming holiday in Indonesia. ![]() Most swimmers comfortable in the open water will be able to take part and enjoy one of these trips. We have given this trip a ‘Moderate’ grading. The average daily swim distance is around 4km (split over a minimum of two swims). ![]() Swimmers should also have a basic understanding of open water swimming and be capable of completing the average swim distance of around 2 km prior to the start of the trip. Some of the swims may be challenging due to local weather conditions and currents, so it is important that swimmers are comfortable in these situations. This trip is for intermediate open water swimmers who want to explore the incredible ecosystem that make up Raja Ampat in Indonesia. Scuba dives are also available, which can be paid for locally during your trip. These include shore excursions and guided snorkelling sessions either before breakfast or after lunch with our guides. On top of the organised swims which are included in the trip itinerary, there is also plenty of time to take part in additional activities throughout the trip. It also gives us the chance to make changes to our itinerary when required in order to find the very best conditions and to complete a truly stunning selection of swims over the course of the week. ![]() Our trip is based aboard SMY Ondina, our live-on-board yacht, allowing us to travel to some of the most remote locations amongst this picturesque archipelago. Over 1,500 fish species, 500 coral species and endangered mammals, such as the dugong and blue & pygmy whales call these waters home. This location is one of the richest marine biodiversity sites in the world and over 90% of the marine life that lives in these waters lives just four metres below the surface, so it’s an ideal location for swimmers to explore. Raja Ampat translates to the ‘Four Kings’ and refers to the four main islands of Waigeo, Batanta, Salawati and Misool. ![]() Straddling the equator, Raja Ampat is an archipelago of over 1,500 islands, islets and cays which lie off the northwest coast of New Guinea. Based on a liveaboard boat, we’ll enjoy the freedom our floating home for the week gives us to find the best swimming in this group of islands. Join us on a unique and remote swimming adventure in the far eastern reaches of Indonesia. ![]()
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