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Nov 12 - 19, 2017

Papua Explorers Dive Resort

3 boat dives per day + unlimited diving on house reef

Overview
FAQ

Heart of biodiversity in the Coral Triangle

Papua Explorers Resort is located in the islands of Raja Ampat. It’s a stunning archipelago comprising over 1,500 small islands, hosting thousands of species some of which are endemic to the region. Raja Ampat has 603 hard coral species which represents more than 75% of all the species in the world. With its rich ecosystem and abundance of species, Raja Ampat is the bull’s-eye of the Coral Triangle. Papua Explorers is located just along the coast of worldwide renowned Dampier Strait, only 10 to 20 minutes away from famous dive sites like Manta Point, Cape Kri, Odtima, Mike's Point, and Chicken Reef. We'll also be able to get to The Passage, Hidden Bay, Blue Magic, and Sardines Reef in 25 - 45 minutes. The water bungalows are designed to be in perfect harmony with the exotic surrounding, allowing the guests to feel the breeze from the rainforests, enjoy the songs of the tropical birds and soothe their souls with the flutter of the waves. The over-the sea restaurant and lounge is designed to offer a relaxing environment to enjoy various international and local dishes freshly prepared and to refresh and relax between the dives. The little peninsula that Papua Explorers Resort is located on is home to the endemic Red Bird of Paradise. This unique bird and it’s amazing mating ceremony can be observed after an early morning hike in the rainforest. This is also an excellent way to observe the amazing plants and creatures of the rainforest.

Trip Includes

7 Nights
3 boat dives per day + unlimited diving on house reef
FREE NITROX!! (for Nitrox certified divers)
Tanks & weights
All meals (international buffet breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
Afternoon tea and cakes
Transfers from Sorong, (if on Sunday as scheduled, or on a Wednesday)
Government taxes
Laundry service (once per week)

Trip Excludes

Airfare, tips, gear
Trip cancellation and dive insurance

Diving

*Dives/day: 3 boat dives per day, plus unlimited diving on the house reef.

**Nitrox: FREE! For nitrox certified divers.

Expected water temp: Usually averages 82°F - 84°F.

Expected viz: 45 - 100 '

Season: According to some, the best chance of perfect conditions from mid-October to mid-December, so this should be a great time to visit!

Tanks, weights: Yolk or DIN.

Other gear: Available for rent

Dive guides: Ratio 6:1 max

Expected diving: We go out for two dives in the mornings. We have our surface interval in one of the surrounding villages, beaches or sand banks which provides a great opportunity to explore the area. We come back to the resort for lunch and go out again for the third boat dive in the afternoon. You can do night dives or sunset dives from our house reef. All house reef dives are with a dive guide, too.

Nearest hyperbaric chamber: Waisai, 45 min by boat

Resort

Style/Comfort: Nice.

Alcohol: Available for purchase. You can bring your favorite spirit from the duty free shop; they have beer, wine and a limited amount of spirits at the resort.

Food: Full board (international buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner). Afternoon tea/coffee and cakes.

Linens: Provided

Towels: Provided.

External Communication: Internet service & WiFi provided. Satellite internet via Wi-Fi available at the main areas of our resort. Cellular reception does change day by day depending on weather conditions but is generally available.

Electricity: 24 hours Electricity of 220/230 Volt is provided at the resort. Plugs are 2 round pin European type plugs.

Logistics

Airport: Sorong, Indonesia (SOQ)

Getting here:

Transfer between SOQ and the resort included. From the airport it is about a 10-15 minute car ride to the harbor, then the boat ride to the resort can take 2-3 hours. The scheduled transfer is at noon, so we'd arrive at the resort between 2 - 4 pm.
The transfer out is at 6 am.

Money

Terms
$600 deposit
Balance due 12-Aug-201

Travel insurance: We strongly recommend travel insurance. The guest or their insurance must shoulder the costs of cancellations, losses and disruptions caused by reasons outside of the Dive Operator’s control or responsibility. This includes but is not limited to: inclement weather, health problems, family emergencies, lost luggage, cancelled or postponed flights (including those we book for them) and any other unforeseen reasons that can change travel plans and/or cause financial losses. This is available several places, including DAN, Dive Assure, and www.csatravelpro.com.

Dive accident insurance: Required.

Airfare: Not included

Other fees:

A ~ $75 EUR per person Marine Park fee

How settle bill for on board expenses: Cash, they accept Rupiah, Euro, USD

Tipping:

Non-divers: There are many activities for non-divers in Raja Ampat and we welcome non-divers as well as divers: e.g. snorkeling, kayaking, bird-watching, island-tours, jungle-trekking, village-visits and more. Please consult the sections ‘Snorkelers Welcome’, ‘For the Photographers’ and ‘Extra Activities’ in this document for more information. Please also consult the price section for excursion and snorkel prices.

Before you go

Bring: Cert cards (including Nitrox)!

Forms:

Passport: Please ensure your passport is valid at least six months after your return date to the US.

Miscellaneous

Caveat: The dives are subject to the current and weather conditions that day, and can be changed at the Captain’s discretion.

Raja Ampat, Indonesia 2017

Nov 12 - 19, 2017

Papua Explorers Dive Resort

3 boat dives per day + unlimited diving on house reef