5-day Raja Ampat liveaboard — Wayag viewpoint
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5-Day Raja Ampat Liveaboard Voyage

The most-requested duration. Sorong → Gam → Mansuar → Wayag → Fofak — covers manta cleaning stations, iconic karst viewpoints, and 12–15 dives across four regions. Ideal balance of exploration and pace.
Five days unfolds with deliberate grace, balancing exhilarating exploration with serene contemplation. From the kaleidoscopic reefs of Mansuar and Misool to the iconic vistas of Wayag and the cultural richness of Arborek, each experience is curated for maximum impact and minimal rush.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Each day balances 2–3 dives, cultural touchpoints, and unhurried meals on deck. Final dive profiles align with 18–24 hour no-fly windows.
Sorong harbor departure
Day 1

Sorong to the Gates of Gam

Arrival at Sorong (SOQ), 30-min transfer to your phinisi. Welcome briefing, cabin orientation, and a 4–5 hour cruise to the area surrounding Gam Island. First gourmet lunch al fresco, sunset cocktails on the deck.
  • SOQ airport transfer + welcome briefing
  • Cruise westward to Gam Island
Manta Sandy cleaning station
Day 2

Mansuar's Reefs & Arborek Mantas

Morning dives at Mansuar jetties — 20m+ visibility, schooling barracudas, reef sharks. Afternoon visit to Arborek village + manta point with wingspans up to 5m. Optional evening dive reveals nocturnal hunters.
  • Mansuar jetty dives
  • Arborek village cultural visit
  • Manta Point afternoon dive
Wayag karst viewpoint
Day 3

Wayag's Iconic Peaks & Hidden Coves

Early 3-hour cruise north to Wayag. The 20–30 minute hike to the 200m summit rewards with a 360° vista of mushroom-shaped islands. Afternoon kayaking through lagoons, gourmet picnic on a deserted beach. Overnight passage south to Misool.
  • Wayag summit hike (200m, 30 min)
  • Kayaking + paddleboarding
  • Deserted beach picnic
Magic Mountain seamount in Misool
Day 4

Misool's Ancient Art & Soft Coral Gardens

Morning excursion to prehistoric rock art (3,000+ year-old handprints) in Misool's hidden lagoons. Afternoon dives at Boo Windows + Magic Mountain — both reef and oceanic mantas, plus pygmy seahorses on the gorgonian fans.
  • Ancient rock art lagoons
  • Boo Windows swim-throughs
  • Magic Mountain manta cleaning
Final sunset dinner on deck
Day 5

Farewell from Fofak & Return

Final morning anchored near Fofak Island — a leisurely swim or beach stroll. Farewell brunch, then a 3–4 hour cruise back to Sorong. Smooth transfer to SOQ for outbound flights.
  • Final swim at Fofak
  • Farewell brunch
  • SOQ transfer

Investment Snapshot

$4,900

per person, shared cabin

  • 4 nights aboard a luxury phinisi (en-suite cabin)
  • 12–15 guided dives + tanks, weights
  • Gourmet meals, snacks, non-alcoholic drinks
  • Cultural excursions + kayaking/paddleboard use
  • SOQ airport transfers (round-trip)
Excludes: Marine Park permit (IDR 1,000,000 / ~USD 65), domestic/international flights, full gear rental, alcoholic beverages, gratuities (10–15%), mandatory dive insurance.

Reserve Your 5-Day Voyage

The 5-day itinerary books fastest in our calendar. Reach out for live availability — peak season (Oct–Apr) sells out 9–18 months ahead.