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Select one of the below 14 best West Papua trips for 2025 and 2026. Your local English-speaking guide will lead your small group or personalized private tour on an extraordinary adventure exploring Sorong, Misool, Wayag Island, Triton Bay, and Banda Neira. Our West Papua trips for 2025 feature cruises, snorkeling, small ship cruises, kayaking, and wildlife viewing, and start from $6,500 for trips of 8 to 19 days. Contact Adventure Life's West Papua trip planning experts to start planning your next seamless trip.
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Explore the culture of Indonesia
$13,010
Savings
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Raja Ampat & Spice Islands

Darwin to Sorong - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
  • Discover ancient boat culture
  • Snorkel at Hatta Island reefs
  • Explore the historic Fort Belgica
  • Hike Wayag’s Pindito Peak
Starts / Ends:
Darwin / Sorong
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 19-day cruise from Darwin, Australia, to Indonesia’s Spice Islands and Raja Ampat, famed for marine biodiversity and rich culture. Begin at Darwin’s Fort Hill Wharf, then cross the Timor Sea to explore Sangliat Dol’s ancient boat traditions in the Tanimbar Islands. …
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Stand up paddling
$6,500
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Raja Ampat Liveaboard Kayak Adventure

Small Group Tour - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Jakare
  • Sail to Raja Ampat, West Papua
  • Witness Segaf Islands' azure waters
  • See Wayil Island white-sand beach
  • Visit Balbulol Island lagoon
  • Explore Gam Island marine life
  • Enjoy different water activities
Starts / Ends:
Sorong / Sorong
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Moderate
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard Jakare and uncover the wonders of the Raja Ampat Islands in West Papua. Dive into adventure as you explore pristine, tiny islands and immerse yourself in the crystal-clear waters. Paddle through secluded coves in a kayak, dive into vibrant coral reefs, snorkel among …
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Lesser Bird of Paradise in Raja Ampat Indonesia
$7,550
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Jewels of Raja Ampat

Roundtrip Sorong - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Katharina
  • Swim through Tomolol’s Cave
  • Trek in Batanta Island's jungle
  • Discover pristine coral reefs
  • Visit Aljui Bay's Pearl Farm
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Fall in love with Indonesia on this wonderful round-trip voyage from the enchanting city of Sorong. Indonesia can lay claim to such unsurpassed natural splendor as Raja Ampat’s Wayag Islands. Visit the Arefi Village and walk through its mangrove waters to the start point of an exceptional …
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Sealife at Manuar Island, Raja Ampat, Indonesia
$9,415
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Indonesia Raja Ampat Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Blu
  • Visit a local village and bat cave
  • Wander the coastline of Cape Kri
  • Explore the Pulau Wayag’s islets
  • Tour on a pearl farm in Aljui Bay
Starts / Ends:
Sorong / Sorong
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling
Activity Level:
Variable
Raja Ampat is best recognized for presenting the world's most diversified array of underwater ecosystems and marine organisms, owing to its glistening turquoise waters and natural karst structures. On land, explore secluded lagoons, coves, and beaches, as well as woodlands that are home to rare …
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Wajag Island, Raja Ampat
$15,295
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Living Treasures of Raja Ampat & the Spice Islands

Sorong to Sorong - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Visit Wayag Island lagoon
  • Explore Raja Ampat
  • Hike Mount Pindito
  • Discover Banda Neira’s history
Starts / Ends:
Denpasar / Sorong
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Sailing, Snorkeling
Activity Level:
Variable
Start your trip in Bali, where you're greeted and taken to the group hotel. After breakfast, fly to Sorong to board the Greg Mortimer, your expedition ship. Sail to Raja Ampat, known for its diverse marine habitats. Spend four days exploring islands like Wayag and Misool, snorkeling in coral …
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Aerial view of Raja Ampat
$12,195
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Idyllic Raja Ampat & Cenderawasih Bay

Sorong to Sorong - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Cenderawasih Bay
  • Immerse in West Papuan culture
  • Experience Pulau Num lagoons
  • Admire Raja Ampat reefs
  • Discover Wayag’s limestone cliffs
  • Birdwatch in Waigeo
Starts / Ends:
Denpasar / Sorong
Activities:
Festival Visits, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Small Ship Sailing, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Variable
Begin your 10-day adventure in Bali and meet your expedition team before flying to Sorong to board the Greg Mortimer. Explore Cenderawasih Bay, Indonesia's largest marine park, known for its whale sharks, dolphins, and vibrant coral reefs. Snorkel, dive and swim with these marine creatures …
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Beautiful wild coast of Raja Ampat, Indonesia
$7,550
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Papua's Whale Sharks and Birds of Paradise

Sorong - Kaimana - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ombak Putih
  • Swim under Kitikiti waterfall
  • Explore the maze of karst islands
  • View birds of paradise in nature
  • Enjoy the isolated Ceram Sea
Starts / Ends:
Sorong / Triton Bay
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover Raja Ampat, a globally renowned biodiversity hotspot, one of the world's most breathtaking destinations to cruise. This special itinerary celebrates Alfred Russel Wallace, a renowned scientist who was one of the first to express worry over the environmental consequences of human …
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Village at the beachfront in Sorong, Indonesia
$9,850
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In the Wake of Wallace

Sorong - Ternate - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Katharina
  • Hike in the tropical forest
  • Spot the Wilson’s Bird of Paradise
  • Observe the Red Bird of Paradise
  • Examine the vegetation
Starts / Ends:
Sorong / Ternate Island
Activities:
Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
This unforgettable cruise will travel to remote exotic Indonesian islands in the wake of the legendary Victorian naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace, co-discoverer of the theory of evolution by natural selection and author of the most famous travelogue about the region, The Malay Archipelago. Like …
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Sunset at an ocean resort in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia
$15,360
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Indonesia Limited Cross: Raja Ampat to Spice Islands

13 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Blu
  • Discover mangrove-fringed bays
  • Look for birds in the lush forest
  • Explore hidden lagoons and islets
  • Climb to the top of Mount Pindito
Starts / Ends:
Sorong / Ambon Island
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Aqua Blu offers highly-limited 12-night Limited Cross-Destination Voyages, opening up the opportunity of exploring multiple destinations in East Indonesia on a single expedition and discovering lesser-explored treasures of the enchanting region. The 12-night Limited Cross-Destination Cruises also …
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Mountain Range in Komodo National Park, Indonesia
$10,130
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Tropical Odyssey: North-East Australia and Indonesia

16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Discover the Asmat region
  • Learn about local culture
  • Explore the Malukus
  • Visit the Komodo National Park
Starts / Ends:
Cairns / Benoa
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Spa Relaxation
Activity Level:
Variable
Join this 16-day tropical expedition voyage onboard the Le Laperouse between north-eastern Australia and Indonesia to discover its spectacular natural scenery. Lizard Island, nestled in the heart of Australia's Great Barrier Reef, is the first port of call on your cruise. The next day, sail …
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Wilsons Bird in Raja Ampat Indonesia
$7,900
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Papua's Whale Sharks and Birds of Paradise

Kaimana to Sorong - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Katharina
  • Explore Triton Bay
  • Snorkel and kayak vibrant waters
  • Swim under the Kitikiti waterfall
  • Visit Tomolol’s mysterious cave
Starts / Ends:
Misool / Sorong
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Revisit some of the most fascinating sites and possibly experience the enchantment of witnessing the bird of paradise in its natural habitat. If you're lucky, you could get to snorkel alongside whale sharks in Triton Bay, but there are no guarantees because these wild animals are not on a …
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Explore the wonder of coral reefs
$12,010
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New Guinea Odyssey

Cairns - Darwin - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • Explore Cairns
  • Discover Alotau
  • Experience Tufi
  • Witness Tami Islands
Starts / Ends:
Cairns / Darwin
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 17-day cruise aboard Le Jacques-Cartier, exploring the wonders and ancestral tribes of Papua New Guinea. Departing from Cairns, the cruise takes you to Alotau, with a rich history, scenic fjords of Tufi, and a culturally diverse Madang. Experience traditional village life in Kopar, swim …
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Misool Island in Raja Ampat, Indonesia
$7,550
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The Jewels of Raja Ampat

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ombak Putih
  • Discover the Misool archipelago
  • Explore Tomolol’s dome-topped cave
  • Spot the red bird of paradise
  • Admire Raja Ampat’s beauty
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join the Ombak Putih on this wonderful Indonesian round-trip voyage from the enchanting city of Sorong. Raja Ampat is home to 70 percent of the known coral species on the planet. Many of the fish, corals, and crustaceans that live in these waters are found nowhere else on Earth. Yet, while the …
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Purple Garden Coral Reefs in Indonesia
$9,850
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In Search of Wallace and His Living Treasures with Dr. George Beccaloni

Ternate - Sorong - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ombak Putih
  • Explore beautiful Ternate
  • Admire unique volcanic islands
  • Discover Bacan Island's wildlife
  • View Yar Island's flying foxes
Starts / Ends:
Ternate Island / Sorong
Activities:
Kayaking, Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
On this 12-day cruise, explore the legacy of Alfred Russel and his work on theories of evolution and natural selection. The Coral Triangle, an area in Indonesia, is home to some of the most diverse marine life in the world. Discover the areas that fascinated Wallace and witness the magic of the …
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