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faq.subtitle Raja Ampat
Yes, all visitors need a Marine Park Entry Permit. Fee is IDR 1,700,000 for foreigners, IDR 500,000 for Indonesians. Valid for 1 year
October - April is the best season with drier weather and calm seas. June - July are wettest. Diving is excellent year-round
Fly to Sorong (SOQ) from Jakarta, Bali, or Manado. Then take express ferry to Waisai (2 hours). Or fly directly to Waisai (RJM) from Sorong
No! Snorkeling is also fantastic. Pianemo and Wayag viewpoints are stunning. Birdwatching (birds of paradise), kayaking, traditional villages
Yes, very safe. Crime is rare. Local community is friendly and welcoming. Take standard precautions and respect marine park regulations
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Raja Ampat
Bring enough cash. No ATMs outside Waisai and Sorong. Most homestays only accept cash
Book Marine Park permit online in advance. Can also buy in Waisai but pre-booking saves time
Use reef-safe sunscreen. These are some of the world's most biodiverse reefs
Book homestays in advance during peak season (Oct-Apr). Options are limited and popular spots fill quickly
Bring essential medications and travel pharmacy. Medical services very limited on islands
Beware of Instagram tour operator scams. Book only through trusted sources or homestays
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250000 Rp~14.8 $
Daily express ferries from Sorong to Waisai. 2-hour journey. Departures at 9am and 2pm
location.transport.taxi
100000 Rp~5.9 $
Only available in Waisai and Sorong. Use for airport and port transfers
| location.transport.title | location.transport.price | location.transport.app | location.transport.note |
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location.transport.ferry | 250000 Rp ~14.8 $ | — | Daily express ferries from Sorong to Waisai. 2-hour journey. Departures at 9am and 2pm |
location.transport.taxi | 100000 Rp ~5.9 $ | — | Only available in Waisai and Sorong. Use for airport and port transfers |
Daily Budget
Prices
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Cafes & Restaurants
Lunch
60,000 - 100,000 Rp
~80,000 $
Restaurant dinner
150,000 - 250,000 Rp
~200,000 $
Breakfast
50,000 - 80,000 Rp
~65,000 $
Drinks
Water 1.5L
5,000 - 10,000 Rp
~7,500 $
Coffee
20,000 - 35,000 Rp
~27,500 $
Beer in bar
50,000 - 80,000 Rp
~65,000 $
Local beer
35,000 - 50,000 Rp
~42,500 $
Street Food
Local dish
25,000 - 40,000 Rp
~32,500 $
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Accommodation
Hotels and rental prices
Hostel dorm
150,000 - 250,000 Rp / night
~200,000 $
Guesthouse
350,000 - 600,000 Rp / night
~475,000 $
Hotel 3★
800,000 - 1,500,000 Rp / night
~1,150,000 $
Hotel 4★
1,500,000 - 3,000,000 Rp / night
~2,250,000 $
Hotel 5★
3,000,000 - 8,000,000 Rp / night
~5,500,000 $
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
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Cash is essential. No credit cards at most places. ATMs only in Waisai/Sorong
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Exchange money at Sorong banks before arriving. Better rates than Waisai
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10%
Tipping is appreciated but not expected. 10% for excellent service
What to see
Attractions and points of interest
