Raja Ampat Islands, Marine protected archipelago in Southwest Papua, Indonesia
The archipelago contains 1,500 small islands, cays, and shoals surrounding four main islands: Misool, Salawati, Batanta, and Waigeo, covering 70,000 square kilometers.
Archaeological findings indicate human presence in Raja Ampat over 50,000 years ago, when Misool and Salawati were connected to New Guinea landmass.
Local communities maintain traditional fishing practices while participating in marine conservation programs, speaking both Papuan and Austronesian languages.
Visitors reach the islands through Sorong's Dominique Edward Osok Airport, followed by a ferry ride to Waisai harbor on Waigeo Island.
The archipelago houses 600 coral species and 1,700 reef fish species, establishing it as the global center of marine biodiversity.
Location: Southwest Papua
GPS coordinates: -0.23333,130.51667
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:45
Southeast Asia contains geological formations, coral reefs and ancient temples. The destinations include Lake Toba volcanic lake in Indonesia, Wat Rong Khun Buddhist temple in Thailand and the historical city of Luang Prabang in Laos. The region contains the Banaue Rice Terraces, Komodo National Park and Belitung Island.
Gamalama
373 km
Mount Binaiya
347.9 km
Sultan of Ternate Mosque
367 km
Gunung Dukono
363.9 km
Manusela National Park
335.9 km
Fort Oranje
366.6 km
Fort Kastella
373.5 km
Makian
356.3 km
Fort Tolukko
367.3 km
Mount Ibu
374.2 km
Mount Gamkonora
377.9 km
Fort Kalamata
367.1 km
Aketajawe-Lolobata National Park
294 km
Jailolo
372.5 km
Amasing Hill
337.7 km
Helen Reef
376.9 km
Mount Tarakan
377.3 km
Amban Beach
401.8 km
Pantai Ina Marina
383.1 km
Pantai Sulamadaha
374.5 km
Fort Tidore
356.2 km
Maitara
366.2 km
Pantai Nunuhu
350 km
Werur Beach
187.4 km
Wayop Beach
359.8 km
Fort Mariecque
364.7 km
Pantai Wartutin
351.2 km
Fort Barneveld
340.6 kmReviews
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