Experiences: much more than diving
Raja Ampat is an incredibly rich place to explore, both below and above the water. We offer a number of different experiences designed to bring you closer to Raja Ampat's flora, fauna, and history. View our full experiences menu here and read on for a few of our favourites.
“A deep admiration for marine life paired with an enduring respect for local cultures infuses the Misool experience with profound meaning. Exploring the magnificent and protected coral reefs inspires community-based conservation work that has led to, e.g., a 190% increase in shark abundance since 2012. For many guests, time spent on the island can enrich psychologically-nuanced and scientifically-informed philosophies of the oceans.
Unrivalled in its vision, Misool provides a unique window for exploring humanity’s evolutionary cradle, thereby rousing deep memories, cultivating holistic well-being, and inviting empathetic care for our blue planet. In rare places like Misool, the Blue remains filled with myriad non-human species—a Blue which represents our shared dream and delicate future. ”
kayaking or SUP experience
We'll motor about 20 minutes by boat to a group of beautiful coral reef fringed lagoons. Conditions on the day will dictate the best spot to start our 90 minute voyage into this pristine landscape. Admire the wild craggy rock formations while looking out for wild orchids and birds. And of course, the reef below is not to be ignored.
After all that exercise we’ll replenish with a well-deserved picnic on nearby beach. If you have a drone, this is a great opportunity to film some of that infamous Raja Ampat landscape from the sky.
birding cruise
We'll slowly cruise around nearby islands by boat. The tour is best undertaken just before sunset. You’ll have the opportunity to observe birds associated with Australian as well as Asian biogeographical affinities.
Commonly sighted birds include the Sulfur Crested Cockatoo, Blythe’s Hornbill, Lesser Frigate Bird, Brahminy Kite, Sea Eagle, Olive-backed Sunbird, Pacific Reef Egrets, Beach Kingfisher and more. Be sure to bring our Bird List and a pencil to keep track!
sunset experience
End your day basking in the rays of the falling sun on the powdery white beach on Kalig island, perfectly positioned to enjoy the sunset.
We'll have cold drinks ready for you when you arrive. You can either lay back on a beanbag, taking the occasional photo and enjoying the glow. Or if you’re feeling energised you can explore the beach and walk up to the viewpoint.
For extra adventure, enjoy a leisurely paddle to the beach, keeping your eyes peeled for hornbills and cockatoos.
lagoon experience
We'll explore a wild maze of karst islands and turquoise lagoons located about 20 minutes west of the resort island. This tour focuses on the top side beauty of the South East Misool area.
Highlights include exotic wild orchids, carnivorous pitcher plants, several species of exotic birds, and absolutely spectacular rock formations. We highly recommend stopping for a picnic on a deserted beach, followed by swim or snorkel in some of Misool's most spectacular turquoise lagoons.
Click here to learn more about Diving Adventures and here to learn more about Snorkeling Adventures.
Ready to join us? Head over to our rates and schedule page for all the details.