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  • Where is Papua Paradise?

    The resort (S 0° 46' 238", E 130° 44' 737") is on the north-eastern peninsula of jungle-covered Birie Island. Located just behind the larger island of Batanta (one of the four Rajas), and is about a 2 hour boat ride from the nearest West Papua port of Sorong.

  • How do I get to Sorong?

    The easiest way to get to Sorong is to fly via Jakarta or Singapore. Domestic travelers can also fly via Makassar or Manado.
    From Jakarta or Bali: Merpati, Express Air, Batavia Air, Sriwijaya Air and Lion/Wings operate daily flights from Jakarta to Sorong (with stopovers in Ujung Pandang/Makassar or Manado)
    From Singapore: Silkair operates regular flights from Singapore to Manado. From Manado to Sorong regular flights are offered by Lion Air and Merpati. Please note the flight times are subject to change without prior notification.
    Trying to book through local airline websites from overseas can be difficult, and we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance and using a booking agent. Alternatively, we would be more than happy to arrange your domestic flights for you; please contact info@papuaparadise.com for more information.

  • What are the baggage limits?

    Many international carriers provide baggage allowances for Scuba equipment, however domestic airlines are limited. At present the baggage allowance for Lion, Sriwijaya & Express Air are 20 Kg per person; the allowance for Wings Air and several smaller companies is 15kg; any excess baggage must be paid at the airport. Rates for excess baggage are subject to change without notice and vary depend on the airline, aircraft type and location.

  • How do I get to Papua Paradise from Sorong?

    Complimentary transfer from Sorong to Papua Paradise is presently scheduled on Monday & Thursday; our staff will meet you at the airport and accompany you to the harbor for transfer on our private speedboat. For safety reasons, the latest scheduled departure time is 2:00 pm. Please advise your flight details in advance in order to arrange your transfer. The boat transfer takes 1 ½ to 2 hours, weather permitting.

  • What if I do not wish to arrive or depart on a Monday or Thursday?

    Transfer from and to the resort any other day of the week is available on request and is chargeable. For further information see our price list.

  • Do I need a Visa to travel to Indonesia?

    That depends on your Nationality. Some nationalities have a "Free Tourist Visa" meanwhile most others require a Visa to travel in Indonesia and for some of them a Visa-On-Arrival (VOA) is applicable. At present the VOA charge is USD 25.00 for applicants staying in the Country for 30 days. Please click here for the complete list of Countries eligible for the VOA and its procedures. If you need additional information about Indonesian Embassies in your Country please click here.

  • What is not included from the price/Package?

    • Unscheduled transfers (Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday);
    • Soft drinks and beer;
    • Dive equipment rental;
    • Raja Ampat Marine Park Entry permit (IDR 500.000 per person required from ALL visitors to the area, valid for 1 calendar year);
    • Private dive guides;
    • Long distance specialty dive trips*;
    • Internet WiFi;
    • Nitrox;
    • Laundry service;
    • Bird-watching excursions;
    • Gratuities.

    (*Our local dive sites are stunning; however there are several other iconic sites scattered over the enormous expanse of Raja Ampat that some guests may wish to see while here. We offer trips to these further sites for a surcharge to cover fuel expenses.)

  • What sort of payment do you accept for incidentals incurred during my stay?

    Any extras such as souvenirs, beverages, gratuities etc can be paid in cash at the resort - we accept IDR Rupiah, US Dollars, and EURO; however, when bringing foreign currency to the area, please be advised that local banks accept only pristine condition banknotes - folded, tattered or older notes (issued before 2006) cannot be accepted by the resort or any local banks in Indonesia.

  • What should I bring?

    • 4 x passport photos & 4 copies of your passport to arrange your travel permit in the area.
    • IDR 500.000 in cash to pay the Raja Ampat Marine Park Entry Fee. For more information click here.
    • Dive Certificate
    • Proof of dive insurance covering emergency evacuation - due to our remote location, all diving guests are required to present dive insurance. We recommend "Divers Alert Network" - for more information click here.
    • A raincoat or poncho if desired.
    • A light sweater - the evenings and early morning boat excursions can be chilly.
    • All personal toiletries that you will need for the duration of your stay- there are no shops on the island.
    • Wherever possible, biodegradable soap and shampoo - please assist us in minimizing our impact on the pristine local environment. We offer complimentary natural soap for all guests.
    • Sunscreen, sunglasses & hat.
    • Mosquito repellent.
    • All dive gear; mask, fins, regulator, BCD, wetsuit, dive computer (mandatory). An underwater flashlight is also recommended. Please advise us in advance if you wish to rent any equipment during your stay. All diving guests will be issued a surface marker buoy, and given instructions on its use.
    • Your favorite tipple. It's very difficult (and very expensive) to get alcohol in Sorong. We encourage you to bring your favorite bottle of wine or spirits from the Duty Free shop in your home country (the Duty Free shop in the Jakarta airport is not very well stocked)
    • Sturdy (water/mud proof) shoes if you wish to do any jungle hike or bird watching excursions around the islands; some of the stunning forest trails pass through shallow streams and muddy patches.
    • A small waterproof bag - these are an excellent safety precaution if you wish to take cameras or extra clothing or any other non waterproof items about with you on the boats.
    • Binoculars to view bird life both around the resort and on excursions.

  • What should I not bring with me?

    • Excessive plastic packaging - please pack items carefully and remove excess packaging to minimize any rubbish you bring to the island (all garbage has to be transferred back to the mainland port of Sorong).
    • Dive gloves - these are not permitted at Papua Paradise.
    • Non-rechargeable batteries - it is almost impossible to recycle batteries in Indonesia; whenever possible, please choose re-chargeable.
    • Soap, shampoo and other personal items that contain excessive perfumes or are "antibacterial." All these products contain harmful agents that will have adverse affects on our little island paradise.
    • Fishing equipment - there is no fishing from Papua Paradise.

  • Do you have full water and electricity on-site?

    We have hot and cold water and 24 hours electricity in every bungalow.

  • What sort of power do you have?

    220 Volt (CEE European plugs)

  • What is the diving schedule like?

    Our package offers unlimited dives. There are 4 opportunities to dive per day, two in the morning, one in the afternoon, and one in the evening/or night (Dusk dives or night dives). There is a maximum ratio of 4 divers per guide.

  • Can I do deco diving?

    No. Because of our remote location we dive very conservatively. We do not allow deco diving, and the maximum depth is 30 meters. We do not allow solo diving.

  • Is Nitrox available?

    Yes

  • What if I want to learn to dive* or do a course?

    Papua Paradise offers a full range of PADI courses from; Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, Divemaster, and a range of Specialties. To book a dive course during your stay, please advise us ahead of time to ensure a place.

    (*Our local dive sites are stunning; however there are several other iconic sites scattered over the enormous expanse of Raja Ampat that some guests may wish to see while here- we offer trips to these further sites for a surcharge to cover fuel expenses.)

  • What are the boats like?

    Papua Paradise has 4 dive vessels:
    • 1 Fiberglass boat with sundeck and toilet which can accommodate 7 to 12 divers, each powered by 3 silent, four strokes Yamaha outboard engines of 200 HP each.
    • 1 Fiberglass boat which can accommodate 6 to 8 divers, each powered by 2 silent four stroke Yamaha outboard engines 115 HP each.
    • 2 Fiberglass boats which can accommodate 1 to 5 divers, each powered by 2 two stroke Yamaha outboard engines 40 HP
    All equipped with Oxygen, First Aid Kit, life jackets, drinking water and sun cover. Towels, padded camera crates, hot drinks and snacks are provided on all dive trips.

  • What can I do if I don't dive?

    For non-certified guests, Papua Paradise offers the PADI Discover SCUBA Diving program - with one of our qualified instructors you can try diving for the first time; no experience necessary and no certification required. There is beautiful snorkelling directly in front of the resort. There is also a bird watching platform overlooking the local jungle behind the bungalows, and extended bird watching, waterfall and island tours that can be arranged through the resort. And of course, there is always the sun-bed on the balcony of the room and a good book.

  • Where can I set up my camera?

    Each of the bungalows has a seaview desk next to a power outlet and multi plug power board. There are several "Camera Taxis" (padded wheelbarrows) and staff members ready to assist photographers transporting heavy equipment to and from the boat. A padded crate will be provided for you on the dive vessel.

  • When is the best time to visit?

    Open for Diving and Snorkeling year round. Unlike other parts of Indonesia, weather pattern in the central Raja Ampat are much stable, with less distinct dry and rainy seasons. Diving and snorkeling condition are good all year round and water temperature is a constant 28° - 30°C (82° - 86°F), with visibility averaging 10-20m

  • How can I stay in touch with the world from Papua Paradise?

    There is no phone reception on the island; internet WIFI is available with additional charge. For further info please contact: info@papuaparadise.com

  • Are there any healthy concerns in travelling to the area?

    There is some Malaria present in the Sorong region. The best protection against this is insect repellent and coils, mosquito nets (all provided at the resort), wear light colored clothing, cover up during evening and early morning. For further medical queries regarding travel to Raja Ampat, be sure to consult your doctor.

  • What if I get sick or have a diving accident?

    At present, the nearest recompression facility is in Manado, Sulawesi. In the unlikely event that you require transportation to a chamber, we will directly contact your dive insurance provider and follow their instructions to transport you there. There is also a local hospital in Sorong (1 ½ hours away by boat) - please check your insurance policy to ensure that you are covered for all contingencies. We very much urge you to perches DAN diving insurance. We would also like to remind you that this is a very remote part of the world, and prevention is the best medicine in this case!

  • What if I get sick when I'm there?

    **We're a long way away from the nearest hospital or clinic. Your safety and health are paramount importance and we recommend that you take all safety precautions**
    • Several members of staff are certified PADI Emergency First Aid Responders
    • Oxygen Is available
    • In the event of general medical emergency, you will immediately evacuated to the nearest hospital, which is in Sorong
    • In the event of a dive emergency, your dive insurance provider will advise us on the appropriate course of action.
    • You MUST have health insurance as well as dive insurance which covers emergency evacuation.



    • For any further inquiries, please contact info@papuaparadise.com.

    Raja Ampat - guest house, mantas, whales, humphead parrotfish, sharks, giant manta, dolphins, baby shark, sleeping whale.
    Raja Ampat - guest house, mantas, whales, humphead parrotfish, sharks, giant manta, dolphins, baby shark, sleeping whale.
    Raja Ampat - vendégház, manta, bálnák, púposfejű papagájhalak, cápák, óriás manta, delfinek, bébi cápa, alvó bálna.

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    The forest canopies are home to myriads of parrots disturbing the piece of this ancient land. Black and white cockatoos enjoy this paradise as well singing even louder. The tree crowns provide home to the beautiful bird of paradise with the most amazing plumage on display. The thick undergrowth provides the perfect hiding place for many other animals such as the cassowary.

    Coral reefs near the shore provide home for more than 500 species of corals and 1300 species of fish. An Australian scientist, during a 60 minute dive...



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    Verschiedenste Papageienarten lärmen über den Bäumen, in der Lautstärke nur von weißen und schwarzen Kakadus übertroffen. In den Baumkronen thronen einzigartige, nur in dieser Region beheimatete Paradiesvögel in pompösem Federkleid. Im dichten bodennahen Buschwerk stößt man immer wieder auf Kasuare und Buschhühner.

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    A fák fölött kisebb-nagyobb papagájok hangoskodnak. A fehér és a fekete kakadúk még a papagájokat is túlkiabálják. A lombkoronában meghökkentő tollazatú, kizárólag itt előforduló paradicsommadarak pompáznak. A sűrű aljnövényzetben kazuárba vagy telegala tyúkba botlunk.

    A partmenti korallszirtek több, mint 500 korallfajnak és mintegy 1300 halfajnak biztosítanak élőhelyet. Egy neves ausztrál tudós egyetlen búvármerülés során 283 halfaj egyedét azonosította - mindössze 60 perc alatt. Ez több, mint a Karibi szigetvilág és ugyanannyi mint a Vörös-tenger összes halfaja.