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Raja Ampat

Indonesia

Meridian Adventure Dive Resort

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8 Night Package

Departs from Sorong

independent Trip

From
$3,544
AUD
Meridian Adventure Dive Resort
REF: 28280

8 Night Package

Departs from Sorong

independent Trip

From
$3,544
AUD
REF: 28280

8 Night Package

Departs from Sorong

From
$3,544
AUD

Package Details

Meridian Adventure Dive Resort
Raja Ampat is a stunning tropical paradise often referred to as “diving’s final frontier”. It has the highest known concentration and diversity of marine life on earth, with 80% of all the world’s coral species, more than 1300 species of fish, 6 of the world’s 7 marine turtle species and 27 varieties of marine mammal. Meridian Adventure Dive offers you a wide selection of dive sites, easily accessible with their environmentally conscious high-speed boats. All in the pristine marine metropolis where manta rays glide, whale sharks breed, sperm whales feed, turtles lay eggs and tropical fish dazzle you with their spectacular array of colours. Meridian Adventure Dive Resort is conveniently located within walking distance of Waisai Ferry port. The eco-friendly and community focused 5 Star PADI Dive Resort offers professional dive services dedicated to delivering amazing scuba diving experiences.

Inclusions

8 Nights accommodation in a TWIN | DOUBLE share room
Daily breakfast
6 Days x 2 Tank Boat Dives with FREE scuba gear rental (BCD, regulator, 3mm full wetsuit, mask and fins), tanks, weights, dive guide services; Beach towel, tea, coffee, fresh fruit and drinking water
Round trip airport transfers ex Sorong to Waisai by car and ferry at scheduled ferry times of 9AM or 2PM only

Exclusions

  • ● International airfare & taxes
  • ● Any pre/post accommodation required en-route and any non-scheduled transfers
  • ● Indonesia Visa on Arrival or eVisa of IDR 500,000 and subject to change
  • ● Raja Ampat Marine Park Fee of IDR 1,000,000 per person (subject to change)
  • ● Dive computer and torches
  • ● Meals other than specified
  • ● Other personal expenses
  • ● Travel and dive insurance
  • Upgrades

  • ● Single Occupancy upgrade from $471
  • ● Upgrade to 24 Dives (6 Days x 4 Dives per Day) from $1,664 per person
  • ● Please enquire for a quote with airfares for your preferred travel dates
  • Proposed Itinerary

    Day 1 Transfer from Sorong Airport to Meridian Adventure Dive Resort by car, ferry and car. The Sorong to Waisai ferry departs at 9AM or 2PM and takes approx. 2 hours.
    Day 2 - Day 7 Diving days
    Day 8 Day at leisure to relax or explore the area
    Day 9 Transfer from Merdian Adventure Dive Resort to Sorong Airport by car, ferry and car. The Waisai to Sorong ferry departs at 9AM or 2PM and takes approx 2 hours.

    Terms and Conditions

    Package price is per person. Price is correct as at 17Nov23 and is subject to change without notice due to supplier rate changes and currency fluctuations to the USD. Valid using scheduled ferry transfers only. Divers agree to adhere to safe diving practices and Raja Ampat diving regulations at all times.
    Valid for travel from January 1, 2024.
    Valid for travel until December 31, 2024.
    Only available for sale until December 23, 2024.

    Subject to availability and COVID-19 conditions – please contact your Dive Adventures travel specialist.

    Destination Information

    West Papua - Raja Ampat

    Raja Ampat is a world renowned diving hotspot. This ecologically diverse paradise is a hub of life. Raja Ampat’s vegetation covered rock islands sit like emeralds in warm, azure coral filled seas. Whether you’re looking to retreat into simple backpacker lodgings or home stays, or relax in beautiful dive resorts, there are a variety of accommodation options available. Wherever you decide to stay expect a high level of adventure and remoteness, a true escape from the ordinary. 

    Biodiversity is mirrored on land and sea. Discover islands full of endemic species of flora and fauna, providing a home to rare orchids, birds of paradise and native marsupials such as tree kangaroos and possums. Beneath the surface you will find 75% of the world’s species of corals! This supports a huge array of marine creatures, and the area has become famous for it’s healthy population of apex predators, such as sharks, whales and dolphins. 

     

    Meridian Adventure Dive Resort

    The boutique hotel is located in Waisai, on the island of Waigeo. Easily accessible with daily transfers, just 2 hours by ferry across the channel from Sorong.

    Focusing on quality and comfort, the simplicity of the resort provides the perfect base to unwind after a day of exploring the beauty of Raja Ampat both above and below the water.

    It has a main building with reception area and air-conditioned rooms stationed right next to the restaurant, deck, open bar area and swimming pool with open-air freshwater shower.

    The 30 air-conditioned rooms can be configured with twin beds or a double bed complete with custom linens and offer an ensuite bathroom with shower, and all the standard amenities.

    Well-maintained, high-quality dive equipment is included in all of the dive packages. The low emission, custom-built dive boats have revolutionized the functionality and comfort of the dive operations.

    The space and long-range capabilities allow this machine to deliver divers in total comfort to more dive sites faster and more efficiently.

    Qualified dive guides with local knowledge will accompany you on every dive. You will also be receiving all the GoPro footage from your dives at the end of your trip for free. Let the dive guides know what you are interested in seeing, and they will do their best to take you to the perfect dive site (tidal streams and environmental conditions permitting).

    Everything the resort does is with the set purpose of enhancing the lives of the community and the environment that surrounds it.

    They are resolved to making a positive contribution to the conservation of the ocean waters and marine ecosystems, through the daily practices and systems in place both at the resort and when diving.

    Facilities

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    Additional payments may be required throughout the booking process. Details of this will be advised by our reservations team at the time of booking confirmation.

    *Time period is a guide only, subject to change according to your specific booking. 

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