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Raja Ampat, West Papua · Every October to January
Raja Ampat manta season
The richest reefs on the planet, and from October the mantas arrive at cleaning stations you kneel beside.
On now until January 28
What happens when you set this watch
We track every fare from your airport into Sorong for October 1 to January 28, 2027, round trips of 6 to 14 nights, across every airline. The moment one drops, you get one email with the dates, the price and a link to book. Free, and you can stop any time.
Know before you go
- A marine park entry tag is mandatory and bought in Sorong or Waisai; carry it on dives.
- Bring cash; there are almost no ATMs beyond Waisai.
- Sorong airport connects to Jakarta, Makassar and Manado; from Sorong harbour a public ferry or speedboat crosses to Waisai in about two hours, then resort boats onward.
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