Sorong & Raja Ampat · West Papua, Indonesia

From Sorong airport to your dive site — we handle everything.

Waynusa is your one local contact in Raja Ampat: airport pickup, speedboat, island homestay, diving and open trips — one WhatsApp chat, honest prices.

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One trip, one contact

Five services, connected as a single journey — tap any step to see options and prices.

01 Airport pickup & car from Rp 500K / day 02 Speedboat transfer from Rp 3.5M / day 03 Island homestay from Rp 400K / night 04 Diving from Rp 750K / dive 05 Open trips from Rp 4M / person

Step 1 · Sorong

Vehicle rental in Sorong

Airport pickup and city transport with a driver — your trip starts the moment you land at SOQ.

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City car + driver

Sorong · airport pickup available

Avanza class, fuel & driver included. We meet you at SOQ arrivals.

FromRp 500.000 / day≈ $30

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Group van + driver

Sorong · up to 12 seats

Room for a dive group with gear — harbour runs and city errands.

FromRp 800.000 / day≈ $49

Final price confirmed on WhatsApp — varies by season and route.

Step 2 · To the islands

Speedboat transfers & rental

Direct from Sorong harbour to your island — no ferry timetable, your schedule.

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Open speedboat · 8 pax

Sorong ↔ nearby islands

Fuel & captain included, life jackets on board.

FromRp 3.500.000 / day≈ $215

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Cabin speedboat · 15 pax

Sorong ↔ all of Raja Ampat

Covered cabin for long crossings, luggage and rough weather.

FromRp 5.000.000 / day≈ $305

Final price confirmed on WhatsApp — varies by season and route.

Step 3 · Stay

Island homestays

Family-run stays right on the water — simple, warm, three meals a day. You pay the family directly.

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Most booked

Kri waterfront homestay

Kri Island

3 meals included · house reef right off the jetty.

FromRp 450.000 / night≈ $28

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Arborek village homestay

Arborek Island

3 meals included · the famous jetty is 2 minutes away.

FromRp 400.000 / night≈ $25

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Gam Bay homestay

Gam Island

3 meals included · private bungalow in a quiet bay.

FromRp 650.000 / night≈ $40

Final price confirmed on WhatsApp — varies by season and route.

Step 4 · Underwater

Diving

Dive with a licensed local guide who knows these reefs in every season.

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Fun dive · certified divers

Cape Kri & nearby sites

Licensed guide, tank & weights included.

FromRp 750.000 / dive≈ $46

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Discovery dive · beginners

Calm house-reef sites

No license needed — full briefing and an instructor by your side.

FromRp 950.000 / dive≈ $58

Final price confirmed on WhatsApp — varies by season and route.

Step 5 · All-in

Open trips

Join a small group, all-in from Sorong — transfers, homestay, meals and guiding handled.

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Most booked

4D3N Piaynemo & Fam Islands

Piaynemo · Fam

All-in from Sorong: boat, homestay, meals and guide.

FromRp 4.000.000 / person≈ $245

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4D3N Kri, Arborek & Manta point

Kri · Arborek

All-in from Sorong — snorkelers welcome, divers add fun dives.

FromRp 4.500.000 / person≈ $275

Final price confirmed on WhatsApp — varies by season and route.

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Why book with a local

"Every homestay, boat and driver on this site is a partner I know personally."

Waynusa is run by Yani, a licensed dive guide who spent years working freelance across dive centers in Sorong and Raja Ampat. This isn't a booking platform — it's his network of trusted people, and a real person answers your chat.

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Good to know before you come

Raja Ampat is remote and off-grid — that's the point. But come prepared.

Power & signal

Most islands run generator power from sunset to ~10pm. Signal is patchy — Telkomsel works best. Download maps offline.

Bring cash

There are few ATMs beyond Sorong and Waisai. Bring enough rupiah for your stay — homestays are paid in cash.

Entry permit (PIN)

Raja Ampat charges a marine-park entry permit. We arrange it for you and show you the official price.

Best season

October to April brings the calmest seas and best visibility. We will tell you honestly if conditions are not right.

Honest, like everything else here

Safety & health

Raja Ampat is a safe place to travel — but medical care is basic and far apart, so it pays to know where it is and to come prepared.

Where to find medical care

Village clinics (Puskesmas)

Government health posts in the larger villages. Good for first aid and minor issues — anything serious means moving on.

Waigeo · Misool · larger villages

Waisai hospital

Better equipped than the village clinics and reachable by boat from most islands. For serious treatment, Sorong is still the answer.

Waisai, Waigeo Island

Sorong hospitals

The best care in the region — several hospitals and clinics. In an emergency we bring you back by speedboat.

Sorong city, mainland

Simple precautions that cover most of it

Tropical sun Use reef-safe sunscreen or UV clothing — the sun on the water is stronger than it feels.

Stay hydrated Dehydration is the most common problem here. Drink through the day; rehydration salts are worth packing.

Mosquitoes & sandflies Use repellent in the late afternoon and evening — bites are more annoying than dangerous.

Ears & skin Rinse ears with fresh water after the ocean and keep them dry. Ear drops and antifungal cream are handy.

Small wounds Clean every scratch with antiseptic right away — in this climate small cuts infect fast. Tell your guide.

Currents & tides Some spots have currents too strong to swim against, especially around full and new moon. Follow your guide.

We're never far

Our guides carry first-aid kits and know the nearest clinic from every island. For anything serious we arrange a speedboat back to Sorong. Do get travel insurance that covers diving before you come.

Based on our own experience on the islands — not medical advice. Talk to your doctor before traveling.

Questions travelers ask us

How do I get to Raja Ampat from Sorong?

Fly to Sorong (SOQ) — we pick you up at the airport. From there it is either the public ferry to Waisai or a private speedboat straight to your island. We plan the timing around your flight.

How does booking via WhatsApp work?

Message us what you have in mind. We reply with real availability, a clear final price, and a suggested plan. You confirm in the chat — no forms, no booking portal.

How do I pay?

Bank transfer for transport and trips; homestays are usually paid in cash, directly to the family. We always show the breakdown — no hidden markup.

What's included in an open trip?

Everything from Sorong and back: speedboat, captain and fuel, homestay nights, three meals a day, and a guide. The marine-park permit (PIN) is listed separately at its official price.

Do I need a dive license?

For fun dives, yes — bring your certification card. Never dived before? A discovery dive with an instructor needs no license. Snorkeling needs nothing at all.

When is the best time to visit?

October to April has the calmest seas and clearest water. July–September can be windy in the south. Tell us your dates and we will be honest about conditions.

Something else on your mind? Ask us anything