Raja Ampat is, in my opinion, the best scuba diving in the world (very closely followed by the Galápagos). But even if you removed the diving entirely, this part of Indonesia would still be a “wow” destination – a spectacular tropical paradise of limestone islands, turquoise lagoons and empty white-sand beaches. It’s also hard to get to — and that effort is exactly why it remains so unspoilt, with far fewer tourists than places of comparable beauty.
There are three main ways to experience Raja Ampat (see below for details on all 3), but the most unique is the eco-resort of Misool in South Raja Ampat. Misool combines extraordinary diving with conservation, and the deepest sense of remoteness. It’s the option that best captures what makes Raja Ampat special: pristine nature, near-total isolation, and the feeling that you’re somewhere the rest of the world hasn’t quite found yet. An incredible story, and an incredible travel experience. Maximum Wow-factor score.
