Cape Kri
Among the richest reefs anywhere for fish life.
Full-day speedboat tour
Raja Ampat island hopping tour
One day from Waisai: snorkel Cape Kri and Manta Point, drift through Hidden Bay and climb the Piaynemo viewpoint.
- 09–16h
- on the water
- 3–4
- snorkel stops
- Waisai
- departure point
Why this tour
Reefs, lagoons and one famous view
The classic Raja Ampat day, built for snorkellers and first-time visitors who want it all without an overnight stay.
Manta Point
Manta rays at cleaning stations, best December to March.
Hidden Bay
A calm snorkel through the Kabui Bay passage on Gam.
Piaynemo view
Wooden steps up to the karst panorama everyone photographs.
Typical day route
How the day runs
Around seven hours on the water. Your guide adjusts the order to tides and weather.
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1
09:00
Depart Waisai
Breakfast at your stay, then board the speedboat at the harbour.
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2
09:30–11:30
Cape Kri & Manta Point
Two snorkel stops of 30–45 minutes each.
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3
12:30
Lunch on the beach
Lunchbox on a beach or jetty after the hop from Kri to Mansuar.
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4
13:30
Hidden Bay, Gam
Snorkel the Kabui Bay passage, then cruise on to Arborek.
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5
15:30
Piaynemo viewpoint
Climb to the lookout over the limestone karst peaks.
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6
16:00
Back to Waisai
Return to your accommodation in the late afternoon.
Islands visited
Four islands in one day
Each stop has its own character — reef, village or lagoon.
Mansuar Island
Bright coral gardens right next to Kri.
Gam Island
Kabui Bay, Hidden Bay and "The Passage" snorkel loop.
Under the surface
The heart of marine biodiversity
Raja Ampat is home to over 1,500 fish species and 600 coral species. Around Cape Kri, record numbers of fish have been counted on a single dive.
Expect manta rays, big schools of fish, turtles and, if you are lucky, a wobbegong shark resting on the reef.
- Manta rays, December to March
- Turtles and reef sharks
- Shallow reefs, easy for beginners
The details
What's included, and who it suits
Included
- Speedboat from Waisai
- Guided snorkelling sessions
- Lunchbox and refreshments
- Entry to the snorkel sites
- Professional guide
Not included
- Flights to Sorong (SOQ)
- Marine Park permit (USD 40-80)
- Crew tips
Ideal for
Before you go
What to bring and sort out
A little preparation keeps the day easy — ATMs are rare outside Waisai.
In your bag
- Swimwear and a towel
- Reef-safe sun protection
- Reusable water bottle
- Camera
Paperwork
- Marine Park permit (online or at the Waisai office)
- Flights to Sorong booked early
- Stay in Waisai reserved
Money
- Cash for local fees and extras
- Don't count on ATMs on the islands
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