Raja Ampat Reef Diving
Marine & Pelagic
Marine Invertebrates
Advanced
Indonesia — Raja Ampat
October to April
Overview
Dive the epicentre of marine biodiversity with pygmy seahorses and walking sharks.
Equipment
- Full dive kit
- Macro lens
- Dive light
- Reef hook
Safety Notes
- Remote location — nearest hyperbaric chamber hours away
- Strong currents at channel dives
Identification Tips
1
Pygmy seahorses on gorgonian fans — ask dive guide to point out
2
Wobbegong sharks rest on reef floor
3
Current-swept passages have the most fish
Species Checklist
| Species | Likelihood | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Pygmy Seahorse | uncommon | On gorgonian sea fans |
| Wobbegong Shark | common | Resting on reef floor |
| Manta Ray | common | Cleaning stations |
| Walking Shark | uncommon | Shallow reef at night |
| Cuttlefish | common | Sandy areas near reef |