By Liveaboard Yacht in the World's Most Biodiverse Marine Habitat
Snorkeling Raja Ampat
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We'll either board in Sorong or take a fast ferry to our yacht in Waisai, the capital of Raja Ampat on Waigeo Island, for our Welcome Lunch. After a boat briefing, we head off into the heart of the Dampier Strait for an afternoon snorkel on the island of Friwinbonda, where the hard coral reefs are teeming with reef fish. This evening, our Trip Leader will offer a presentation on the rich biodiversity of the Raja Ampat region. Overnight on board. Please be aware that this itinerary is designed to be flexible. Although we will visit all the places listed on the itinerary, we rarely follow the schedule as described exactly due to weather, tides, preferences of trip members, and other factors. Come prepared to be flexible! During the trip, the Trip Leaders will give various presentations on topics such as Raja Ampat's geology, coral reef fish, biodiversity, limestone ecosystems, and avian life, depending on group interests. Raja Ampat: Lying west of sparsely populated West Papua province, the Raja Ampat Islands are in the heart of the Coral Triangle, the world's richest area for coral reefs (the triangle includes Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, the Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, and Papua New Guinea). These sheer-sided, mushroom-shaped islands scattered across azure seas were explored in the mid-19th century by Alfred Russel Wallace, a contemporary of Darwin and co-founder of the theory of natural selection. Raja Ampat means “four kings,” a name dating to the 15th century, when the Sultan of Tidore appointed four local rajas for the four main islands. Raja Ampat was not explored in detail until a 2001 survey by an international team of marine biologists working with Conservation International. They recorded 450 species of hard corals (more than half of the world's total species), four new species of fish, seven new species of coral, more than 950 species of reef fish, and the highest number (283) of fish species visually recorded during a single dive in the Indo-Pacific. To protect the amazing biodiversity of these islands, efforts are underway to have them declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/p>","Breakfast":0,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":2,"DayTo":2,"Headline":"Dampier Strait \/ Penemu Island","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"We have breakfast en route to Mansuar Island for our morning snorkel under the village jetty, where we have our first chances to enjoy large schools of barracudas, turtles, and soft corals growing on the pillars of the jetty. We return to the boat to enjoy lunch while we sail to Penemu, a group of islands on the western edge of the Dampier Strait. Our Penemu anchorage is in a beautiful bay surrounded by vertical limestone cliffs. An afternoon snorkel brings us to beautiful, shallow Acropora coral gardens. We finish the day with a lagoon tour by dinghy, where we climb up to a viewpoint for our first panorama of the jungle-draped rock islands of the region. Back to the boat for an evening presentation and dinner. Overnight on board.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":3,"DayTo":3,"Headline":"Penemu Island \/ Jeff Nabi","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"After our morning snorkel, we enjoy some kayaking or paddle boarding beneath the sheer limestone cliffs. We return to the boat for a warm lunch to refuel, then head off for our afternoon snorkel to the secluded island of Jeff Nabi Kecil. Here we enjoy some of the largest table corals in Raja Ampat. After a short afternoon sail, we tie off the boat in a remote mangrove-lined bay on the island of Batang Pele. We'll enjoy the evening songs of birds as the sun sets. Overnight on board.\r\n\r\nBiodiversity: These remarkable islands are home to unusual marine and terrestrial ecosystems, habitat, and niches. There are shallow bays with rare shrimp gobies, octopuses, nudibranchs and \"twilight zone\" critters, narrow lagoon channels overhung by rainforest, and limestone rock islands undercut by the sea and covered with a kaleidoscope of tunicates, sponges, and corals. There are also offshore reefs where currents support an unbelievable variety of colorful corals, sea turtles, and fish, including wobbegong sharks, reef sharks, barracuda, and three species of pygmy seahorses (Hippocampus bargibanti, H. denise, and the newly discovered H. pontohi).","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":4,"DayTo":4,"Headline":"Kawe \/ Wayag Island","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"We start the day searching for crocodiles in the mangroves before heading off for our first exhilarating snorkel on Eagle Rock in search of manta rays and wobbegongs. Back on board, a two-hour sail brings us north to Wayag. En route we listen for the sound of the ship's horn as we cross the equator. Wayag is absolutely stunning, with the ultimate “dream island” setting of jungle-covered rock outcrops and waters of every imaginable shade of blue and green. There are countless small islets interspersed among the larger islands of the Wayag group. We spend our afternoon snorkeling in search of giant clams and take a hike up the limestone cliffs for a breathtaking view of the sun setting over the lagoons. Overnight on board.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":5,"DayTo":5,"Headline":"Wayag Island","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"With a full day at Wayag, we drift-snorkel along the lagoon channels, beachcomb on the deserted white-sand beaches, and tour the hidden lagoons by dinghy in search of orchids, juvenile sharks, and rays. We'll explore these incredible rock islands by kayak or paddleboard, weaving between the karst limestone islets. After a picnic lunch on the beach, we visit more of Wayag's reefs and take a short hike to another inlet in search of birds and juvenile fish along the way. Overnight on board.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":6,"DayTo":6,"Headline":"Wayag \/ Uranie Island","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"After another relaxing morning snorkeling around Wayag's beaches, we get back on board for lunch and a short cruise to Uranie Island. At Uranie Island, our anchorage is in a stunning beach-lined bay with small rock islands and reefs. We snorkel the reefs and make a short scramble up the limestone to the top of the island for a spectacular 360-degree view of Uranie Bay and Raja Ampat's beautiful waters (this hike is difficult and only for sure-footed people!). Later, there is plenty of opportunity to kayak, beachcomb, or birdwatch on the outer beaches of the bay. Overnight on board.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":7,"DayTo":7,"Headline":"Bag Island \/ Alyui Bay (Waigeo Island)","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Waking up in the beautiful Uranie Bay, we take a short dinghy ride to Bag Island for our morning snorkel. Here we enjoy the pristine hard-coral reefs and crystal-clear waters full of reef fish. During lunch, we head to our next destination, Alyui Bay, on the west side of Waigeo Island. Our afternoon snorkel takes us into the mysterious world of invertebrates as we drift through the forest-lined waterways of the bay. We enjoy the sunset in this incredibly scenic bay, listening to the chorus of parrots, hornbills, and herons as they come home to rest for the night. Overnight on board.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":8,"DayTo":8,"Headline":"Alyui Bay (Waigeo) \/ Wofoh","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Our morning snorkel in “Spooky Channel” (so named because of the towering limestone walls on either side) is a drift through an abundance of soft corals and sea fans. We hop in the dinghy to explore the wide diversity of marine life, hidden lagoons, and mangroves. During lunch, we move south to the remote islands of Wofoh, a small group of islands off the shores of Waigeo, for an afternoon snorkel on another of Raja Ampat's stunning and diverse coral reefs. Overnight on board.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":9,"DayTo":9,"Headline":"Waigeo \/ Gam Island","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Cruising the lagoons, we explore mangroves and snorkel the passage separating Waigeo and Gam Island, which was first discovered by the British naturalist Alfred Russell Wallace, who visited this area in 1860 and is one of the “forgotten fathers” of the theory of natural selection and evolution. We have a chance to explore more by kayak or dingy at our own pace for a different perspective of this tropical paradise. The islands of Waigeo and Batanta are home to the Wilson's bird-of-paradise and the red bird-of-paradise, both endemics, as well as hundreds of other bird species. Lorikeets, parrots, kingfishers, eagles, and hornbills are commonly seen. Before sunset, we have the chance to walk in the village and take a 30-minute hike up the hill in search of the red bird-of-paradise, first made known to the world by Alfred Russell Wallace, who collected them along with other specimens on his journeys through the Indonesian archipelago. Overnight on board.\r\n\r\nAlfred Russel Wallace: Wallace (1823\u20131913) was one of the most remarkable scientific travelers, naturalists, and thinkers of the 19th century. His independent proposal of a theory of evolution by natural selection, which he sent to Charles Darwin for review in 1858, prompted Charles Darwin to reveal his own more developed but unpublished theory of evolution that he had worked on for 20 years. From 1854 to 1862, Wallace traveled through Indonesia and Malaysia and collected large numbers of previously unknown birds, mammals, and insects. His observations of the marked zoological differences across a narrow zone in the Indonesian archipelago led to his hypothesis of the zoogeographical boundary now known as the Wallace Line, the divide between two great zoogeographic regions, the Oriental and Australian. He was the first to propose a “geography” of animal species, and as such is considered one of the pioneers of ecology and biogeography.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":10,"DayTo":10,"Headline":"Gam Island \/ Yangeffo","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"We wake up early and enjoy the morning sounds of the birds, as our anchorage is tucked into the mangroves on Yangeffo Island. During our morning snorkel, we will explore and enjoy the mangrove-fringed islands, snorkeling in between the mangrove roots in search for archer fish and juvenile blacktip reef sharks that hunt amongst the roots. Back on board, we enjoy lunch and a lazy afternoon with great kayaking, birdwatching, and of course, more snorkeling. Overnight on board.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":11,"DayTo":11,"Headline":"Dampier Strait \/ Kri \/ Yembuba","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"We return to the Dampier Strait for an outstanding last day of snorkeling. The incredibly healthy coral reefs of Cape Kri and Yembuba are home to an abundance of schooling fish, reef sharks, and turtles. As the sun sets, we settle down to watch the migrating fruit bats flying overhead to feed in the mangroves. We finish with a slide show to share some memories from our trip. Overnight on board.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":12,"DayTo":12,"Headline":"Waisai \/ Sorong \/ Depart","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"We either finish in Sorong or take the morning fast ferry to Sorong from Waisai, and transfer to the airport for homeward-bound flights.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":1,"DayTo":3,"Headline":"Sorong \/ Waisai \/ Dampier Strait \/ Penemu","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-06-10T17:18:52 --><p>Boarding our boat in Waisai, near Sorong, we sail into the Dampier Strait to snorkel on Friwinbonda Island, where the hard coral reefs teem with reef fish. Our small group size—maximum 10 travelers—means you'll have a personalized experience both above and below the water, and you can snorkel at your own pace. En route to Mansuar Island, we have our first chance to snorkel over soft corals with large schools of barracudas and turtles. On the island of Penemu, our idyllic anchorage is in a turquoise bay surrounded by vertical limestone cliffs.<\/p>","Breakfast":0,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":true},{"DayFrom":4,"DayTo":6,"Headline":"Wayag Island \/ Uranie Island","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"We sail to absolutely stunning Wayag, which has the ultimate “dream island” setting of jungle-covered rock outcrops and waters in every imaginable shade of blue and green. 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As a young child, holidays were to the coast to go snorkeling (she says she learned to swim before she could walk!). A move with her family to Fiji helped her realize her dream of learning to dive and she fell in love with the ocean and all its frontiers. She worked as a volunteer on a marine project in Roatan, and qualified to be a scuba diving instructor. After teaching and guiding for four years, she moved to Indonesia to become a guide at the Wakatobi Dive Resort, which only increased her desire to head to all the amazing and remote locations Indonesia has to offer. In 2008 she helped start up a new liveaboard operation as the Cruise Director and held that job for 12 years, living a nomadic boat lifestyle and enjoying wonderful travels throughout the remote Indonesian Archipelago. Wendy has worked with a number of marine biologists, been involved in looking for new dive areas and fish species, and has now completed more than 13,000 dives. “Indonesia is an incredible place,” she says, “with both its people and nature, you can never really get enough of it.” Wendy is fully conversant in Indonesian and is passionate about conservation of the world's resources."},{"GuideID":851122,"First_Name":"Bob","Last_Name":"Brunskill","BioShort":"Bob Brunskill is an Englishman with two decades of experience planning and executing diving excursions in Indonesia. He left the United Kingdom in 2003 in search of adventure, which led him to Thailand, where he gained his diving certification, and later to Indonesia. Nineteen years and more than 10,000 dives later, he continues to pursue his passion to explore and introduce travelers to the underwater haven of this spectacular corner of the world. Since 2008, he has specialized in leading trips in Raja Ampat. He is fluent in Indonesian and has a deep appreciation for the people and culture in Papua and Indonesia. Bob has played a major role in the refurbishment of the boat we use in Raja Ampat, and when he's not working on the boat and leading trips, he enjoys spending time with his kids.","BioLong":"Bob Brunskill is an Englishman with two decades of experience planning and executing diving and snorkeling excursions in Indonesia. He left the United Kingdom in 2003 in search of adventure, which led him to Thailand, where he gained his diving certification, and later to Indonesia. Nineteen years and more than 10,000 dives later, he continues to pursue his passion to explore and introduce travelers to the underwater haven of this spectacular corner of the world. \"I have been working in Raja Ampat for the last two decades and it continues to surprise me,\" he says. \"Never the same twice, mother nature always amazes me, and it is a privilege to share this special experience with guests.\" He is fluent in Indonesian and has a deep appreciation for the people and culture in Papua and Indonesia. Bob has played a major role in the refurbishment of the boat we use in Raja Ampat, and when he's not working on the boat and leading trips, he enjoys spending time with his kids."},{"GuideID":851160,"First_Name":"Andrea","Last_Name":"Duggan","BioShort":"","BioLong":"Born and raised in Southampton in the UK, Andrea Duggan has been a passionate world traveler and scuba diving instructor since 1998, when she left the UK for Southeast Asia and fell in love with the Asia Pacific marine life. It was during her first trip to Indonesia's Komodo National Park that she knew she wanted to work underwater in this beautiful country. This is also where she found her passion for freediving. Since 2009, Indonesia has been her home, residing on liveaboard boats, working, planning, and leading trips throughout the entire Indonesian archipelago. Andrea has traveled to every continent and lived in a handful of different countries including Spain, India, Australia, and Thailand. She speaks several different languages and is fluent in both Spanish and Indonesian. She is passionate about the ocean and loves to share her knowledge and enthusiasm about Indonesia's biodiversity. When not guiding, Andrea enjoys practicing and teaching yoga and sharing her knowledge of Ayurvedic and healing diets as a nutrition coach. \"Indonesia is a country that never ceases to amaze me. There is always something new to discover whether it is above or below the water.\""},{"GuideID":851458,"First_Name":"Karl","Last_Name":"Klingeler","BioShort":"Karl fell in love with the ocean early on in life while living in Southern California. His first job was at Stuart Cove's Dive Bahamas in Nassau, where he met his wife. Their love of the ocean growing, they moved to Bali, where Karl worked as a Co-Cruise Director on a liveaboard boat in the Komodo, Alor, and Raja Ampat archipelagos. He served as Cruise Director on a luxury liveaboard in the Indonesian archipelago for 10 years and is conversant in Indonesian. With over 20 years of experience in diving, snorkeling, and leading trips in Indonesia—and more than 12,000 dives under his belt—he is passionate about sharing his love of Raja Ampat.","BioLong":""}],"guestreviews":[{"GuestNames":"Adele G.","GuestLocation":"Oakland, CA","GuestReview":"I had a wonderful time on this trip. The snorkeling was exceptional and the boat was great!"},{"GuestNames":"Alice L.","GuestLocation":"Pahoa, HI","GuestReview":"Thank you, Wilderness Travel, for putting together this wonderful experience. Our trip leaders made every minute count. We appreciated all the planning it took to juggle the tides, the winds, and the calendar to make sure we immersed in as many habitats as possible."},{"GuestNames":"Allene W.","GuestLocation":"Honolulu, HI","GuestReview":"Raja Ampat is not just a snorkeling destination. This is nature at its mind-blowing best. You don't have to settle for watching the Blue Planet on TV, you can live it every day while onboard and then understand why we need to save it."},{"GuestNames":"Annette C.","GuestLocation":"Eureka, CA","GuestReview":"A very organized and comfortable way to enjoy an experience in an exotic place we would never visit on our own."},{"GuestNames":"Betty-Lynn W.","GuestLocation":"Westport, CT","GuestReview":"I was awestruck by the beauty I saw. I felt for the first time in my life that I had been honored to see the world as it was in its beginning. Certainly a life-changing experience."},{"GuestNames":"Carrie B.","GuestLocation":"Oakland, CA","GuestReview":"I feel like I've experienced the best snorkeling the world has to offer—and who know how much longer we'll have coral reefs to enjoy."},{"GuestNames":"Catherine R.","GuestLocation":"Grand Junction, CO","GuestReview":"This was one of the best WT trips that I've had, and I have done quite a few. Being on our ship, the Shakti, was a wonderful experience—made all the more so by the care of the crew, Andrea, Bob and Di."},{"GuestNames":"Chuck P.","GuestLocation":"Chicago, IL","GuestReview":"As well-traveled as I am, I marvel that there are still special places like Raja Ampat out there that are a privilege to visit."},{"GuestNames":"Claire H.","GuestLocation":"Austin, TX","GuestReview":"Once again I was sailed off to Shangri La where time has no meaning and only the beauty of the moment surrounds. That is Raja Ampat to me and no one could dream of a more ideal trip."},{"GuestNames":"Connie P.","GuestLocation":"New York, NY","GuestReview":"Absolutely wonderful. The perfect way to enjoy this beautiful part of the world."},{"GuestNames":"David S.","GuestLocation":"East Peoria, IL","GuestReview":"This is the ultimate snorkel trip—the fauna are in perfect balance so you see a large number of incredibly rare species. This isn’t a vacation, it’s a privilege."},{"GuestNames":"David W.","GuestLocation":"Honolulu, HI","GuestReview":"We had a memorable lifetime adventure on this trip, with incomparable snorkeling, beautiful scenery, and a boatful of nice people."},{"GuestNames":"DeAnn C.","GuestLocation":"Cazenovia, NY","GuestReview":"It was a fabulous trip. What a unique opportunity to see such a pristine coral reef! I will likely go again."},{"GuestNames":"Diane K.","GuestLocation":"Riverside, CA","GuestReview":"The trip was fabulous and I have just now signed up for the May 2019 trip with my niece!!!"},{"GuestNames":"Dianne L.","GuestLocation":"Fairfax Station, VA","GuestReview":"Raja Ampat is the most beautiful snorkeling place in the world. Bountiful, rich with life and diversity. Can’t be beat!"},{"GuestNames":"Heather W.","GuestLocation":"Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada","GuestReview":"I loved the trip and have never been disappointed with Wilderness Travel."},{"GuestNames":"Hilary M.","GuestLocation":"Boulder, CO","GuestReview":"This was an incredible trip. Raja Ampat is so remote and stunning."},{"GuestNames":"Inge K.","GuestLocation":"Concord, MA","GuestReview":"Swimming with a manta ray, the phantasmagoria of color under water, awaiting the dawn and the bird of paradise—awesome!"},{"GuestNames":"Jeanne H.","GuestLocation":"Orinda, CA","GuestReview":"This is the third time I’ve been to Raja Ampat\/Misool with WT and I hope to go again. It’s a snorkeler’s paradise, made even better by Trip Leader Ethan Daniels and the boat staff."},{"GuestNames":"John W.","GuestLocation":"Forth Worth, TX","GuestReview":"A truly great trip—one of the best I’ve ever taken."},{"GuestNames":"Karen H.","GuestLocation":"Mission Viejo, CA","GuestReview":"This was the trip of a lifetime for us! Staying on the boat was fantastic. It wasn't camping, but it had some of that rustic, romantic feel—What a wonderful way to enjoy the beauty of Raja Ampat. The snorkeling was unparalleled. We explored two different reefs every day and each was spectacular. The soft coral snorkel was particularly awe-inspiring. I've been snorkeling for many years and have never seen anything like the corals and animals we saw on this trip. The guides were fabulous, pointing out animals and plants I would never have seen on my own. I really enjoyed the company of the other guests as well as the guides and crew. If it weren't so far away, I'd go again next week!"},{"GuestNames":"Karen R.","GuestLocation":"Santa Fe, NM","GuestReview":"This was an amazing trip, absolutely the best 12 days I’ve ever experienced."},{"GuestNames":"Laura W.","GuestLocation":"Honolulu, HI","GuestReview":"A lifetime experience in this exquisite part of the world, so removed from civilization as we know it."},{"GuestNames":"Leslie J.","GuestLocation":"Winnepeg, Canada","GuestReview":"This is a truly wonderful snorkeling adventure in a beautiful place with a very experienced guide. It is the trip of a lifetime for people who like to snorkel."},{"GuestNames":"Liz B.","GuestLocation":"Arroyo Grande, CA","GuestReview":"If lots of snorkel and swim time is your goal, this trip is for you. I have snorkeled all over the world and this trip itinerary is truly fabulous with the different sites chosen with a lot of thought and the the safety boats and crew providing impeccable service to all the guests, no matter what their experience."},{"GuestNames":"Maurice W.","GuestLocation":"Seattle, WA","GuestReview":"Tremendous trip. It met or exceeded all my expectations; I would recommend it very highly. Environmentally, the area visited is of world-wide significance and this value was respected throughout the trip—right down to being alert to unintended minor damage to reefs that might be caused by less skilled snorkelers."},{"GuestNames":"Patrick T.","GuestLocation":"Danville, CA","GuestReview":"This was a mind-blowing experience for me. I've been a diver for many years and have never seen anything like what we saw on this trip. Other areas in the world where I have dived or snorkeled don't even come close to Raja Ampat."},{"GuestNames":"Paula S.","GuestLocation":"Sedro Woolley, WA","GuestReview":"This was a great snorkeling experience. We got to see 22 different reefs—lots of variety—and didn't see any other boats for 8 days—truly amazing."},{"GuestNames":"Peter W.","GuestLocation":"Berkeley, CA","GuestReview":"All WT trips are good and often great, but superlatives aren't sufficient for this trip."},{"GuestNames":"Rick L.","GuestLocation":"East Falmouth, MA","GuestReview":"We love to snorkel and this is the best in the world. The fish are incredible—a super underwater experience."},{"GuestNames":"Robert B.","GuestLocation":"Reseda, CA","GuestReview":"A superb trip and extremely good value."},{"GuestNames":"Ronald D.","GuestLocation":"Los Gatos, CA","GuestReview":"Very well organized and executed by a most competent leader. I have participated in years of SCUBA live aboard and land-based trips and Din's demeanor and personal attention beats all. Even though it was billed as a snorkeling trip you come away feeling like it was a lot more."},{"GuestNames":"Sandy T.","GuestLocation":"Christchurch, New Zealand","GuestReview":"Stunning trip and great to have an experienced trip leader who is flexible and knowledgeable of the conditions of the area to ensure we got the best possible experience."},{"GuestNames":"Shelly A.","GuestLocation":"New Haven, CT","GuestReview":"I loved this trip. Din, my fellow travelers, crew made it a great experience."},{"GuestNames":"Susan F.","GuestLocation":"Sausalito, CA","GuestReview":"The awareness of just how remote we were and the raw beauty of the surroundings seemed like a dream to me! There were moments on this trip that truly filled my soul."},{"GuestNames":"Susan K.","GuestLocation":"Goleta, CA","GuestReview":"The remoteness of the region and the colors of the sea, coral, and fish are beyond words!"},{"GuestNames":"Susan S.","GuestLocation":"Chicago, IL","GuestReview":"I've gone on at least 12 group trips, and this was one of the very best. I highly recommend that people go to Raja Ampat soon since the coral is still living and beautiful here, unlike most places in the world. I can truly say that I have never been as relaxed as I was on this journey; it was hard coming back to reality! I can't rave about this trip enough—10 out of 10!"},{"GuestNames":"Tanis D.","GuestLocation":"Noosaville, Australia","GuestReview":"There are not enough words to describe the trip. It was just amazing and I loved every minute. Lots of laughter and fun out of the water and the snorkeling was beyond what I expected. I would love to go back."},{"GuestNames":"Vicki G.","GuestLocation":"Oakland, CA","GuestReview":"The beauty of Raja Ampat has to be seen to be believed. 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Overview
Head off the map with us into the Raja Ampat archipelago, one of the most phenomenal snorkeling destinations on the planet, renowned for pristine reefs and an astonishing range of marine life. And the setting is jaw-droppingly beautiful. We've chartered our 100-foot Indonesian liveaboard schooner to get you to the best spots in these islands, where shallow reef systems make for idyllic snorkeling. We'll snorkel in amazing ecosystems, from shallow bays with rare shrimp gobies to underwater limestone rock islands covered with corals. We'll also explore the jungle-draped limestone islands themselves, with their aquamarine lagoons and rare birds. Experience this perfect paradise in the Coral Triangle — in WT style!
Arrive: Sorong, Indonesia
Depart: Sorong, Indonesia
Highlights
- World-class snorkeling with an expert Trip Leader in the beauty of the Coral Triangle
- Kayak, beachcomb, or birdwatch on remote beaches
- Travel aboard an Indonesian liveaboard schooner
- Experience a “dream island” setting of jungle-covered rock outcrops and waters of every imaginable shade of blue and green
- Look for the endemic red bird-of-paradise on Waigeo Island
Itinerary
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Please be aware that this itinerary is designed to be flexible. Although we will visit all the places listed on the itinerary, we rarely follow the schedule as described exactly due to weather, tides, preferences of trip members, and other factors. Come prepared to be flexible!
Boarding our boat in Waisai, near Sorong, we sail into the Dampier Strait to snorkel on Friwinbonda Island, where the hard coral reefs teem with reef fish. Our small group size—maximum 10 travelers—means you'll have a personalized experience both above and below the water, and you can snorkel at your own pace. En route to Mansuar Island, we have our first chance to snorkel over soft corals with large schools of barracudas and turtles. On the island of Penemu, our idyllic anchorage is in a turquoise bay surrounded by vertical limestone cliffs.
We sail to absolutely stunning Wayag, which has the ultimate “dream island” setting of jungle-covered rock outcrops and waters in every imaginable shade of blue and green. This is a good place to drift-snorkel along the lagoon channels, beachcomb on the deserted white-sand beaches, and tour the hidden lagoons by dinghy in search of orchids, juvenile sharks, and rays. From our anchorage at Uranie, we make an optional short scramble to the top of the island for a spectacular 360-degree view of Raja Ampat's crystalline waters. There are plenty of opportunities to kayak, beachcomb, or birdwatch on the outer beaches of the bay.
At Alyui Bay, on the west side of Waigeo Island, we enter the mysterious world of invertebrates as we drift through forest-lined waterways. Our morning snorkel in Spooky Channel (so named because of the towering limestone walls on either side) is a drift through an abundance of soft corals and sea fans. We'll enjoy the tropical sunsets, listening to the chorus of parrots, hornbills, and herons as they return to rest at night.
Cruising the lagoons, we explore mangroves and snorkel the passage separating Waigeo and Gam Island, which was first discovered by the British naturalist Alfred Russell Wallace, who visited this area in 1860 and is one of the “forgotten fathers” of the theory of natural selection and evolution. From 1854 to 1862, Wallace traveled through Indonesia and Malaysia and collected large numbers of previously unknown species. The islands of Waigeo and Batanta are home to the Wilson's bird-of-paradise and the red bird-of-paradise, both endemics, as well as hundreds of other bird species. Lorikeets, parrots, kingfishers, eagles, and hornbills are commonly seen. We return to the Dampier Strait for an outstanding last day of snorkeling on the incredibly healthy coral reefs of Cape Kri and Yembuba, home to an abundance of schooling fish, reef sharks, and turtles. Depart on Day 12 via Sorong.
Dates & Pricing
Payment & Cancel Schedule
At time of reservation: $600
150 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost
90 days prior to departure: Balance
*Please note that this differs from our standard policy.
Cancellation & Transfer Schedule
Minimum fee: $600 per person
91-150 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost
90 days or less: 100% of trip cost
*Please note that this differs from our standard policy.
Included
- Expert leadership of a Wilderness Travel Trip Leader and local guides
- Accommodations aboard a schooner
- All meals
- PFDs (life jackets), and boat safety gear
- All transportation and baggage handling from meeting until departure
- All activities as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
Not Included
- Travel to and from the arrival and departure location as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
- Additional hotel nights outside the trip's scheduled dates
- Optional gratuities to Trip Leaders or staff
- Optional travel insurance
- Other expenses of a personal nature (some alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.)
- Visa fees
Accommodations
Listed below are our signature accommodations for this trip. Although it is highly unlikely, we may make substitutions when necessary.
Traditional Indonesian Schooner
Days 1-11 (11 nights)
Our vessel is a double-masted traditional Indonesian sailboat that offers the unique opportunity to explore the incredibly remote, unique, and mystical Raja Ampat archipelago. The boat was built in Sulawesi in 2000 out of Indonesian hardwoods and is 100 feet long with a 21-foot beam. While not luxurious, she is comfortable, well maintained. There are six double cabins with en suite bathrooms, individually controlled air-conditioning, and electricity 24 hours a day. The boat is very sturdy and stable, whether still or under motor. The boat's crew of seven is attentive, experienced, and helpful, and many have worked on the boat for years. Note: There are four cabins below deck, and two cabins on the main deck (where the dining room and common areas are located). Please note that the cabins below deck require descending steep stairs/ladders, and that the cabins above deck are slightly smaller.1/1
Trip Leaders
Wendy Brown
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Bob Brunskill
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Andrea Duggan
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Karl Klingeler
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This trip is rated Level 3, Moderate, according to our trip grading system. You need to be comfortable snorkeling in a variety of conditions, including drift snorkels and occasionally against strong currents. While snorkeling is usually at your own pace, it is sometimes necessary to be able to keep up with the group.
Average Day
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- 4-6 hours snorkeling
- 3-4 hours sailing
- Occasional kayaking, paddle boarding, and short-moderate hikes
- Day 4: 4-5 hours snorkeling, including 2 hours in an area with extremely strong current, 3-4 hours sailing, and 1 hour hike
Raja Ampat is near the Equator and has a warm tropical climate, with year-round temperatures in the low 80s and occasional rain showers. Water temperatures range from 78 to 84°F.
The cook on board prepares simple and tasty meals, a mix of Asian and Western styles with seafood and plenty of fruit and vegetables. There is bread and fruit available for breakfast, as well as eggs on request. Lunch and dinner are served as a group, and snacks are available. There are plenty of vegetarian options.
Transportation to/from the ferry is in an air-conditioned van. The ferry to/from Waisai is air-conditioned and takes about 2 hours. During the snorkels and land excursions, we will take a small dinghy to each site. The dinghy will always stay with the group so that you can return to the boat at any time.
The seas are generally calm in Raja Ampat, but unexpected squalls or high winds can create rough ocean conditions at any time. There is a higher chance of rough seas on Days 4 and 6 when our crossing takes place in the open ocean. The remainder of the sailing is in much more protected waters, and sea sickness is typically not a problem.
The Raja Ampat journey takes place in an extremely remote and uninhabited archipelago in the Pacific. In the case of serious illness or injury, medical attention and swift evacuation are not available. Once we sail from Sorong, we are far away from towns and medical facilities. In the case of serious illness or injury, we will make every effort to reach medical facilities as soon as possible, but be aware that it may take the boat days to return to the port of Sorong. If you have health or medical issues of concern, please discuss them with your physician before considering this trip.
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Client Testimonials
"I had a wonderful time on this trip. The snorkeling was exceptional and the boat was great!"
Adele G.
Oakland, CA
"Thank you, Wilderness Travel, for putting together this wonderful experience. Our trip leaders made every minute count. We appreciated all the planning it took to juggle the tides, the winds, and the calendar to make sure we immersed in as many habitats as possible."
Alice L.
Pahoa, HI
"Raja Ampat is not just a snorkeling destination. This is nature at its mind-blowing best. You don't have to settle for watching the Blue Planet on TV, you can live it every day while onboard and then understand why we need to save it."
Allene W.
Honolulu, HI
"A very organized and comfortable way to enjoy an experience in an exotic place we would never visit on our own."
Annette C.
Eureka, CA
"I was awestruck by the beauty I saw. I felt for the first time in my life that I had been honored to see the world as it was in its beginning. Certainly a life-changing experience."
Betty-Lynn W.
Westport, CT
"I feel like I've experienced the best snorkeling the world has to offer—and who know how much longer we'll have coral reefs to enjoy."
Carrie B.
Oakland, CA
"This was one of the best WT trips that I've had, and I have done quite a few. Being on our ship, the Shakti, was a wonderful experience—made all the more so by the care of the crew, Andrea, Bob and Di."
Catherine R.
Grand Junction, CO
"As well-traveled as I am, I marvel that there are still special places like Raja Ampat out there that are a privilege to visit."
Chuck P.
Chicago, IL
"Once again I was sailed off to Shangri La where time has no meaning and only the beauty of the moment surrounds. That is Raja Ampat to me and no one could dream of a more ideal trip."
Claire H.
Austin, TX
"Absolutely wonderful. The perfect way to enjoy this beautiful part of the world."
Connie P.
New York, NY
"This is the ultimate snorkel trip—the fauna are in perfect balance so you see a large number of incredibly rare species. This isn’t a vacation, it’s a privilege."
David S.
East Peoria, IL
"We had a memorable lifetime adventure on this trip, with incomparable snorkeling, beautiful scenery, and a boatful of nice people."
David W.
Honolulu, HI
"It was a fabulous trip. What a unique opportunity to see such a pristine coral reef! I will likely go again."
DeAnn C.
Cazenovia, NY
"The trip was fabulous and I have just now signed up for the May 2019 trip with my niece!!!"
Diane K.
Riverside, CA
"Raja Ampat is the most beautiful snorkeling place in the world. Bountiful, rich with life and diversity. Can’t be beat!"
Dianne L.
Fairfax Station, VA
"I loved the trip and have never been disappointed with Wilderness Travel."
Heather W.
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
"This was an incredible trip. Raja Ampat is so remote and stunning."
Hilary M.
Boulder, CO
"Swimming with a manta ray, the phantasmagoria of color under water, awaiting the dawn and the bird of paradise—awesome!"
Inge K.
Concord, MA
"This is the third time I’ve been to Raja Ampat/Misool with WT and I hope to go again. It’s a snorkeler’s paradise, made even better by Trip Leader Ethan Daniels and the boat staff."
Jeanne H.
Orinda, CA
"A truly great trip—one of the best I’ve ever taken."
John W.
Forth Worth, TX
"This was the trip of a lifetime for us! Staying on the boat was fantastic. It wasn't camping, but it had some of that rustic, romantic feel—What a wonderful way to enjoy the beauty of Raja Ampat. The snorkeling was unparalleled. We explored two different reefs every day and each was spectacular. The soft coral snorkel was particularly awe-inspiring. I've been snorkeling for many years and have never seen anything like the corals and animals we saw on this trip. The guides were fabulous, pointing out animals and plants I would never have seen on my own. I really enjoyed the company of the other guests as well as the guides and crew. If it weren't so far away, I'd go again next week!"
Karen H.
Mission Viejo, CA
"This was an amazing trip, absolutely the best 12 days I’ve ever experienced."
Karen R.
Santa Fe, NM
"A lifetime experience in this exquisite part of the world, so removed from civilization as we know it."
Laura W.
Honolulu, HI
"This is a truly wonderful snorkeling adventure in a beautiful place with a very experienced guide. It is the trip of a lifetime for people who like to snorkel."
Leslie J.
Winnepeg, Canada
"If lots of snorkel and swim time is your goal, this trip is for you. I have snorkeled all over the world and this trip itinerary is truly fabulous with the different sites chosen with a lot of thought and the the safety boats and crew providing impeccable service to all the guests, no matter what their experience."
Liz B.
Arroyo Grande, CA
"Tremendous trip. It met or exceeded all my expectations; I would recommend it very highly. Environmentally, the area visited is of world-wide significance and this value was respected throughout the trip—right down to being alert to unintended minor damage to reefs that might be caused by less skilled snorkelers."
Maurice W.
Seattle, WA
"This was a mind-blowing experience for me. I've been a diver for many years and have never seen anything like what we saw on this trip. Other areas in the world where I have dived or snorkeled don't even come close to Raja Ampat."
Patrick T.
Danville, CA
"This was a great snorkeling experience. We got to see 22 different reefs—lots of variety—and didn't see any other boats for 8 days—truly amazing."
Paula S.
Sedro Woolley, WA
"All WT trips are good and often great, but superlatives aren't sufficient for this trip."
Peter W.
Berkeley, CA
"We love to snorkel and this is the best in the world. The fish are incredible—a super underwater experience."
Rick L.
East Falmouth, MA
"A superb trip and extremely good value."
Robert B.
Reseda, CA
"Very well organized and executed by a most competent leader. I have participated in years of SCUBA live aboard and land-based trips and Din's demeanor and personal attention beats all. Even though it was billed as a snorkeling trip you come away feeling like it was a lot more."
Ronald D.
Los Gatos, CA
"Stunning trip and great to have an experienced trip leader who is flexible and knowledgeable of the conditions of the area to ensure we got the best possible experience."
Sandy T.
Christchurch, New Zealand
"I loved this trip. Din, my fellow travelers, crew made it a great experience."
Shelly A.
New Haven, CT
"The awareness of just how remote we were and the raw beauty of the surroundings seemed like a dream to me! There were moments on this trip that truly filled my soul."
Susan F.
Sausalito, CA
"The remoteness of the region and the colors of the sea, coral, and fish are beyond words!"
Susan K.
Goleta, CA
"I've gone on at least 12 group trips, and this was one of the very best. I highly recommend that people go to Raja Ampat soon since the coral is still living and beautiful here, unlike most places in the world. I can truly say that I have never been as relaxed as I was on this journey; it was hard coming back to reality! I can't rave about this trip enough—10 out of 10!"
Susan S.
Chicago, IL
"There are not enough words to describe the trip. It was just amazing and I loved every minute. Lots of laughter and fun out of the water and the snorkeling was beyond what I expected. I would love to go back."
Tanis D.
Noosaville, Australia
"The beauty of Raja Ampat has to be seen to be believed. It’s hard to imagine that there is a place so remote, pristine, and beautiful left on the planet."
Vicki G.
Oakland, CA
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With more than 200 different adventures to choose from, we want to help you find the trip that’s right for you. Our Trip Level system ranks each trip in two ways: a number rating from 1 to 6 according to the activity, and general travel rigors. 1 is the easiest and 6+ the most difficult—see descriptions below for explanations of each number. A plus (+) sign means the trip is a bit more strenuous than other trips of that level. The detailed explanation of each trip—below the bar with the number rating—is perhaps more important, specifying activities, altitudes, hiking, and travel conditions. The Detailed Itinerary, available by download or mail, gives further information. Our Area Managers can also answer questions and guide you to the trip that best suits your interests.
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Non-camping journeys, optional walks, little elevation gain or loss.
Level 2 – Easy to Moderate
Hotel nights and/or safari-style camping, hikes of two to four hours on some days. Other physical activities are sometimes included, such as optional sea kayaking.
Level 3 – Moderate
Half- to full-day hikes (3-6 hours) over rolling countryside on most days, occasional steep trails. Many of our hotel-based walking tours are in this category, as are our snorkeling adventures.
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- Some trips with minimal hiking but rugged travel conditions or long drives, such as Tribal Ghana, Togo & Benin, are Trip Level 3.
Level 4 – Moderate to Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-6 hours), mountainous terrain, significant elevation gains and losses (hiking up or down as much as 3,000 feet) on many days. Altitudes no greater than about 10,000 feet.
Level 5 – Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Trips with hiking at average altitudes of 10,000 to 12,000 feet are in this category.
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Full-day hikes (5-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Most hikes take place at altitudes above 10,000 feet, with some days ascending as high as 18,000 feet.
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Raja Ampat: Lying west of sparsely populated West Papua province, the Raja Ampat Islands are in the heart of the Coral Triangle, the world's richest area for coral reefs (the triangle includes Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, the Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, and Papua New Guinea). These sheer-sided, mushroom-shaped islands scattered across azure seas were explored in the mid-19th century by Alfred Russel Wallace, a contemporary of Darwin and co-founder of the theory of natural selection. Raja Ampat means “four kings,” a name dating to the 15th century, when the Sultan of Tidore appointed four local rajas for the four main islands. Raja Ampat was not explored in detail until a 2001 survey by an international team of marine biologists working with Conservation International. They recorded 450 species of hard corals (more than half of the world's total species), four new species of fish, seven new species of coral, more than 950 species of reef fish, and the highest number (283) of fish species visually recorded during a single dive in the Indo-Pacific. To protect the amazing biodiversity of these islands, efforts are underway to have them declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/p>","Breakfast":0,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":2,"DayTo":2,"Headline":"Dampier Strait \/ Penemu Island","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"We have breakfast en route to Mansuar Island for our morning snorkel under the village jetty, where we have our first chances to enjoy large schools of barracudas, turtles, and soft corals growing on the pillars of the jetty. We return to the boat to enjoy lunch while we sail to Penemu, a group of islands on the western edge of the Dampier Strait. Our Penemu anchorage is in a beautiful bay surrounded by vertical limestone cliffs. An afternoon snorkel brings us to beautiful, shallow Acropora coral gardens. We finish the day with a lagoon tour by dinghy, where we climb up to a viewpoint for our first panorama of the jungle-draped rock islands of the region. Back to the boat for an evening presentation and dinner. Overnight on board.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":3,"DayTo":3,"Headline":"Penemu Island \/ Jeff Nabi","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"After our morning snorkel, we enjoy some kayaking or paddle boarding beneath the sheer limestone cliffs. We return to the boat for a warm lunch to refuel, then head off for our afternoon snorkel to the secluded island of Jeff Nabi Kecil. Here we enjoy some of the largest table corals in Raja Ampat. After a short afternoon sail, we tie off the boat in a remote mangrove-lined bay on the island of Batang Pele. We'll enjoy the evening songs of birds as the sun sets. Overnight on board.\r\n\r\nBiodiversity: These remarkable islands are home to unusual marine and terrestrial ecosystems, habitat, and niches. There are shallow bays with rare shrimp gobies, octopuses, nudibranchs and \"twilight zone\" critters, narrow lagoon channels overhung by rainforest, and limestone rock islands undercut by the sea and covered with a kaleidoscope of tunicates, sponges, and corals. There are also offshore reefs where currents support an unbelievable variety of colorful corals, sea turtles, and fish, including wobbegong sharks, reef sharks, barracuda, and three species of pygmy seahorses (Hippocampus bargibanti, H. denise, and the newly discovered H. pontohi).","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":4,"DayTo":4,"Headline":"Kawe \/ Wayag Island","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"We start the day searching for crocodiles in the mangroves before heading off for our first exhilarating snorkel on Eagle Rock in search of manta rays and wobbegongs. Back on board, a two-hour sail brings us north to Wayag. En route we listen for the sound of the ship's horn as we cross the equator. Wayag is absolutely stunning, with the ultimate “dream island” setting of jungle-covered rock outcrops and waters of every imaginable shade of blue and green. There are countless small islets interspersed among the larger islands of the Wayag group. We spend our afternoon snorkeling in search of giant clams and take a hike up the limestone cliffs for a breathtaking view of the sun setting over the lagoons. Overnight on board.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":5,"DayTo":5,"Headline":"Wayag Island","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"With a full day at Wayag, we drift-snorkel along the lagoon channels, beachcomb on the deserted white-sand beaches, and tour the hidden lagoons by dinghy in search of orchids, juvenile sharks, and rays. 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We snorkel the reefs and make a short scramble up the limestone to the top of the island for a spectacular 360-degree view of Uranie Bay and Raja Ampat's beautiful waters (this hike is difficult and only for sure-footed people!). Later, there is plenty of opportunity to kayak, beachcomb, or birdwatch on the outer beaches of the bay. Overnight on board.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":7,"DayTo":7,"Headline":"Bag Island \/ Alyui Bay (Waigeo Island)","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Waking up in the beautiful Uranie Bay, we take a short dinghy ride to Bag Island for our morning snorkel. Here we enjoy the pristine hard-coral reefs and crystal-clear waters full of reef fish. During lunch, we head to our next destination, Alyui Bay, on the west side of Waigeo Island. Our afternoon snorkel takes us into the mysterious world of invertebrates as we drift through the forest-lined waterways of the bay. We enjoy the sunset in this incredibly scenic bay, listening to the chorus of parrots, hornbills, and herons as they come home to rest for the night. Overnight on board.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":8,"DayTo":8,"Headline":"Alyui Bay (Waigeo) \/ Wofoh","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Our morning snorkel in “Spooky Channel” (so named because of the towering limestone walls on either side) is a drift through an abundance of soft corals and sea fans. We hop in the dinghy to explore the wide diversity of marine life, hidden lagoons, and mangroves. 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The islands of Waigeo and Batanta are home to the Wilson's bird-of-paradise and the red bird-of-paradise, both endemics, as well as hundreds of other bird species. Lorikeets, parrots, kingfishers, eagles, and hornbills are commonly seen. Before sunset, we have the chance to walk in the village and take a 30-minute hike up the hill in search of the red bird-of-paradise, first made known to the world by Alfred Russell Wallace, who collected them along with other specimens on his journeys through the Indonesian archipelago. Overnight on board.\r\n\r\nAlfred Russel Wallace: Wallace (1823\u20131913) was one of the most remarkable scientific travelers, naturalists, and thinkers of the 19th century. His independent proposal of a theory of evolution by natural selection, which he sent to Charles Darwin for review in 1858, prompted Charles Darwin to reveal his own more developed but unpublished theory of evolution that he had worked on for 20 years. From 1854 to 1862, Wallace traveled through Indonesia and Malaysia and collected large numbers of previously unknown birds, mammals, and insects. His observations of the marked zoological differences across a narrow zone in the Indonesian archipelago led to his hypothesis of the zoogeographical boundary now known as the Wallace Line, the divide between two great zoogeographic regions, the Oriental and Australian. He was the first to propose a “geography” of animal species, and as such is considered one of the pioneers of ecology and biogeography.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":10,"DayTo":10,"Headline":"Gam Island \/ Yangeffo","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"We wake up early and enjoy the morning sounds of the birds, as our anchorage is tucked into the mangroves on Yangeffo Island. During our morning snorkel, we will explore and enjoy the mangrove-fringed islands, snorkeling in between the mangrove roots in search for archer fish and juvenile blacktip reef sharks that hunt amongst the roots. Back on board, we enjoy lunch and a lazy afternoon with great kayaking, birdwatching, and of course, more snorkeling. Overnight on board.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":11,"DayTo":11,"Headline":"Dampier Strait \/ Kri \/ Yembuba","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"We return to the Dampier Strait for an outstanding last day of snorkeling. The incredibly healthy coral reefs of Cape Kri and Yembuba are home to an abundance of schooling fish, reef sharks, and turtles. As the sun sets, we settle down to watch the migrating fruit bats flying overhead to feed in the mangroves. We finish with a slide show to share some memories from our trip. 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Our small group size—maximum 10 travelers—means you'll have a personalized experience both above and below the water, and you can snorkel at your own pace. En route to Mansuar Island, we have our first chance to snorkel over soft corals with large schools of barracudas and turtles. On the island of Penemu, our idyllic anchorage is in a turquoise bay surrounded by vertical limestone cliffs.<\/p>","Breakfast":0,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":true},{"DayFrom":4,"DayTo":6,"Headline":"Wayag Island \/ Uranie Island","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"We sail to absolutely stunning Wayag, which has the ultimate “dream island” setting of jungle-covered rock outcrops and waters in every imaginable shade of blue and green. 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As a young child, holidays were to the coast to go snorkeling (she says she learned to swim before she could walk!). A move with her family to Fiji helped her realize her dream of learning to dive and she fell in love with the ocean and all its frontiers. She worked as a volunteer on a marine project in Roatan, and qualified to be a scuba diving instructor. After teaching and guiding for four years, she moved to Indonesia to become a guide at the Wakatobi Dive Resort, which only increased her desire to head to all the amazing and remote locations Indonesia has to offer. In 2008 she helped start up a new liveaboard operation as the Cruise Director and held that job for 12 years, living a nomadic boat lifestyle and enjoying wonderful travels throughout the remote Indonesian Archipelago. Wendy has worked with a number of marine biologists, been involved in looking for new dive areas and fish species, and has now completed more than 13,000 dives. “Indonesia is an incredible place,” she says, “with both its people and nature, you can never really get enough of it.” Wendy is fully conversant in Indonesian and is passionate about conservation of the world's resources."},{"GuideID":851122,"First_Name":"Bob","Last_Name":"Brunskill","BioShort":"Bob Brunskill is an Englishman with two decades of experience planning and executing diving excursions in Indonesia. He left the United Kingdom in 2003 in search of adventure, which led him to Thailand, where he gained his diving certification, and later to Indonesia. Nineteen years and more than 10,000 dives later, he continues to pursue his passion to explore and introduce travelers to the underwater haven of this spectacular corner of the world. Since 2008, he has specialized in leading trips in Raja Ampat. He is fluent in Indonesian and has a deep appreciation for the people and culture in Papua and Indonesia. Bob has played a major role in the refurbishment of the boat we use in Raja Ampat, and when he's not working on the boat and leading trips, he enjoys spending time with his kids.","BioLong":"Bob Brunskill is an Englishman with two decades of experience planning and executing diving and snorkeling excursions in Indonesia. He left the United Kingdom in 2003 in search of adventure, which led him to Thailand, where he gained his diving certification, and later to Indonesia. Nineteen years and more than 10,000 dives later, he continues to pursue his passion to explore and introduce travelers to the underwater haven of this spectacular corner of the world. \"I have been working in Raja Ampat for the last two decades and it continues to surprise me,\" he says. \"Never the same twice, mother nature always amazes me, and it is a privilege to share this special experience with guests.\" He is fluent in Indonesian and has a deep appreciation for the people and culture in Papua and Indonesia. Bob has played a major role in the refurbishment of the boat we use in Raja Ampat, and when he's not working on the boat and leading trips, he enjoys spending time with his kids."},{"GuideID":851160,"First_Name":"Andrea","Last_Name":"Duggan","BioShort":"","BioLong":"Born and raised in Southampton in the UK, Andrea Duggan has been a passionate world traveler and scuba diving instructor since 1998, when she left the UK for Southeast Asia and fell in love with the Asia Pacific marine life. It was during her first trip to Indonesia's Komodo National Park that she knew she wanted to work underwater in this beautiful country. This is also where she found her passion for freediving. Since 2009, Indonesia has been her home, residing on liveaboard boats, working, planning, and leading trips throughout the entire Indonesian archipelago. Andrea has traveled to every continent and lived in a handful of different countries including Spain, India, Australia, and Thailand. She speaks several different languages and is fluent in both Spanish and Indonesian. She is passionate about the ocean and loves to share her knowledge and enthusiasm about Indonesia's biodiversity. When not guiding, Andrea enjoys practicing and teaching yoga and sharing her knowledge of Ayurvedic and healing diets as a nutrition coach. \"Indonesia is a country that never ceases to amaze me. There is always something new to discover whether it is above or below the water.\""},{"GuideID":851458,"First_Name":"Karl","Last_Name":"Klingeler","BioShort":"Karl fell in love with the ocean early on in life while living in Southern California. His first job was at Stuart Cove's Dive Bahamas in Nassau, where he met his wife. Their love of the ocean growing, they moved to Bali, where Karl worked as a Co-Cruise Director on a liveaboard boat in the Komodo, Alor, and Raja Ampat archipelagos. He served as Cruise Director on a luxury liveaboard in the Indonesian archipelago for 10 years and is conversant in Indonesian. With over 20 years of experience in diving, snorkeling, and leading trips in Indonesia—and more than 12,000 dives under his belt—he is passionate about sharing his love of Raja Ampat.","BioLong":""}],"guestreviews":[{"GuestNames":"Adele G.","GuestLocation":"Oakland, CA","GuestReview":"I had a wonderful time on this trip. The snorkeling was exceptional and the boat was great!"},{"GuestNames":"Alice L.","GuestLocation":"Pahoa, HI","GuestReview":"Thank you, Wilderness Travel, for putting together this wonderful experience. Our trip leaders made every minute count. We appreciated all the planning it took to juggle the tides, the winds, and the calendar to make sure we immersed in as many habitats as possible."},{"GuestNames":"Allene W.","GuestLocation":"Honolulu, HI","GuestReview":"Raja Ampat is not just a snorkeling destination. This is nature at its mind-blowing best. You don't have to settle for watching the Blue Planet on TV, you can live it every day while onboard and then understand why we need to save it."},{"GuestNames":"Annette C.","GuestLocation":"Eureka, CA","GuestReview":"A very organized and comfortable way to enjoy an experience in an exotic place we would never visit on our own."},{"GuestNames":"Betty-Lynn W.","GuestLocation":"Westport, CT","GuestReview":"I was awestruck by the beauty I saw. I felt for the first time in my life that I had been honored to see the world as it was in its beginning. Certainly a life-changing experience."},{"GuestNames":"Carrie B.","GuestLocation":"Oakland, CA","GuestReview":"I feel like I've experienced the best snorkeling the world has to offer—and who know how much longer we'll have coral reefs to enjoy."},{"GuestNames":"Catherine R.","GuestLocation":"Grand Junction, CO","GuestReview":"This was one of the best WT trips that I've had, and I have done quite a few. Being on our ship, the Shakti, was a wonderful experience—made all the more so by the care of the crew, Andrea, Bob and Di."},{"GuestNames":"Chuck P.","GuestLocation":"Chicago, IL","GuestReview":"As well-traveled as I am, I marvel that there are still special places like Raja Ampat out there that are a privilege to visit."},{"GuestNames":"Claire H.","GuestLocation":"Austin, TX","GuestReview":"Once again I was sailed off to Shangri La where time has no meaning and only the beauty of the moment surrounds. That is Raja Ampat to me and no one could dream of a more ideal trip."},{"GuestNames":"Connie P.","GuestLocation":"New York, NY","GuestReview":"Absolutely wonderful. The perfect way to enjoy this beautiful part of the world."},{"GuestNames":"David S.","GuestLocation":"East Peoria, IL","GuestReview":"This is the ultimate snorkel trip—the fauna are in perfect balance so you see a large number of incredibly rare species. This isn’t a vacation, it’s a privilege."},{"GuestNames":"David W.","GuestLocation":"Honolulu, HI","GuestReview":"We had a memorable lifetime adventure on this trip, with incomparable snorkeling, beautiful scenery, and a boatful of nice people."},{"GuestNames":"DeAnn C.","GuestLocation":"Cazenovia, NY","GuestReview":"It was a fabulous trip. What a unique opportunity to see such a pristine coral reef! I will likely go again."},{"GuestNames":"Diane K.","GuestLocation":"Riverside, CA","GuestReview":"The trip was fabulous and I have just now signed up for the May 2019 trip with my niece!!!"},{"GuestNames":"Dianne L.","GuestLocation":"Fairfax Station, VA","GuestReview":"Raja Ampat is the most beautiful snorkeling place in the world. Bountiful, rich with life and diversity. Can’t be beat!"},{"GuestNames":"Heather W.","GuestLocation":"Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada","GuestReview":"I loved the trip and have never been disappointed with Wilderness Travel."},{"GuestNames":"Hilary M.","GuestLocation":"Boulder, CO","GuestReview":"This was an incredible trip. Raja Ampat is so remote and stunning."},{"GuestNames":"Inge K.","GuestLocation":"Concord, MA","GuestReview":"Swimming with a manta ray, the phantasmagoria of color under water, awaiting the dawn and the bird of paradise—awesome!"},{"GuestNames":"Jeanne H.","GuestLocation":"Orinda, CA","GuestReview":"This is the third time I’ve been to Raja Ampat\/Misool with WT and I hope to go again. It’s a snorkeler’s paradise, made even better by Trip Leader Ethan Daniels and the boat staff."},{"GuestNames":"John W.","GuestLocation":"Forth Worth, TX","GuestReview":"A truly great trip—one of the best I’ve ever taken."},{"GuestNames":"Karen H.","GuestLocation":"Mission Viejo, CA","GuestReview":"This was the trip of a lifetime for us! Staying on the boat was fantastic. It wasn't camping, but it had some of that rustic, romantic feel—What a wonderful way to enjoy the beauty of Raja Ampat. The snorkeling was unparalleled. We explored two different reefs every day and each was spectacular. The soft coral snorkel was particularly awe-inspiring. I've been snorkeling for many years and have never seen anything like the corals and animals we saw on this trip. The guides were fabulous, pointing out animals and plants I would never have seen on my own. I really enjoyed the company of the other guests as well as the guides and crew. If it weren't so far away, I'd go again next week!"},{"GuestNames":"Karen R.","GuestLocation":"Santa Fe, NM","GuestReview":"This was an amazing trip, absolutely the best 12 days I’ve ever experienced."},{"GuestNames":"Laura W.","GuestLocation":"Honolulu, HI","GuestReview":"A lifetime experience in this exquisite part of the world, so removed from civilization as we know it."},{"GuestNames":"Leslie J.","GuestLocation":"Winnepeg, Canada","GuestReview":"This is a truly wonderful snorkeling adventure in a beautiful place with a very experienced guide. It is the trip of a lifetime for people who like to snorkel."},{"GuestNames":"Liz B.","GuestLocation":"Arroyo Grande, CA","GuestReview":"If lots of snorkel and swim time is your goal, this trip is for you. I have snorkeled all over the world and this trip itinerary is truly fabulous with the different sites chosen with a lot of thought and the the safety boats and crew providing impeccable service to all the guests, no matter what their experience."},{"GuestNames":"Maurice W.","GuestLocation":"Seattle, WA","GuestReview":"Tremendous trip. It met or exceeded all my expectations; I would recommend it very highly. Environmentally, the area visited is of world-wide significance and this value was respected throughout the trip—right down to being alert to unintended minor damage to reefs that might be caused by less skilled snorkelers."},{"GuestNames":"Patrick T.","GuestLocation":"Danville, CA","GuestReview":"This was a mind-blowing experience for me. I've been a diver for many years and have never seen anything like what we saw on this trip. Other areas in the world where I have dived or snorkeled don't even come close to Raja Ampat."},{"GuestNames":"Paula S.","GuestLocation":"Sedro Woolley, WA","GuestReview":"This was a great snorkeling experience. We got to see 22 different reefs—lots of variety—and didn't see any other boats for 8 days—truly amazing."},{"GuestNames":"Peter W.","GuestLocation":"Berkeley, CA","GuestReview":"All WT trips are good and often great, but superlatives aren't sufficient for this trip."},{"GuestNames":"Rick L.","GuestLocation":"East Falmouth, MA","GuestReview":"We love to snorkel and this is the best in the world. The fish are incredible—a super underwater experience."},{"GuestNames":"Robert B.","GuestLocation":"Reseda, CA","GuestReview":"A superb trip and extremely good value."},{"GuestNames":"Ronald D.","GuestLocation":"Los Gatos, CA","GuestReview":"Very well organized and executed by a most competent leader. I have participated in years of SCUBA live aboard and land-based trips and Din's demeanor and personal attention beats all. Even though it was billed as a snorkeling trip you come away feeling like it was a lot more."},{"GuestNames":"Sandy T.","GuestLocation":"Christchurch, New Zealand","GuestReview":"Stunning trip and great to have an experienced trip leader who is flexible and knowledgeable of the conditions of the area to ensure we got the best possible experience."},{"GuestNames":"Shelly A.","GuestLocation":"New Haven, CT","GuestReview":"I loved this trip. Din, my fellow travelers, crew made it a great experience."},{"GuestNames":"Susan F.","GuestLocation":"Sausalito, CA","GuestReview":"The awareness of just how remote we were and the raw beauty of the surroundings seemed like a dream to me! There were moments on this trip that truly filled my soul."},{"GuestNames":"Susan K.","GuestLocation":"Goleta, CA","GuestReview":"The remoteness of the region and the colors of the sea, coral, and fish are beyond words!"},{"GuestNames":"Susan S.","GuestLocation":"Chicago, IL","GuestReview":"I've gone on at least 12 group trips, and this was one of the very best. I highly recommend that people go to Raja Ampat soon since the coral is still living and beautiful here, unlike most places in the world. I can truly say that I have never been as relaxed as I was on this journey; it was hard coming back to reality! I can't rave about this trip enough—10 out of 10!"},{"GuestNames":"Tanis D.","GuestLocation":"Noosaville, Australia","GuestReview":"There are not enough words to describe the trip. It was just amazing and I loved every minute. Lots of laughter and fun out of the water and the snorkeling was beyond what I expected. I would love to go back."},{"GuestNames":"Vicki G.","GuestLocation":"Oakland, CA","GuestReview":"The beauty of Raja Ampat has to be seen to be believed. 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If you have not purchased Travelex insurance already, you have the option to do so up to 24 hours prior to your departure.<\/p>","System_Covid-19_Travel_Requirements":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-04-19T13:27:44 --><p><strong>COVID-19 TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:<\/strong> Please double-check COVID-19 entry requirements for any countries you may be traveling to or transiting through, on this website: <a href=\"apply.joinsherpa.com\/travel-restrictions\">apply.joinsherpa.com\/travel-restrictions<\/a><\/p>","System_Pre-Trip_Safety":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:37:06 --><p><strong>PRE-TRIP SAFETY:<\/strong> In the next weeks, we encourage you to do everything possible to stay healthy. 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We are available during regular business hours (M-F, 8:30 am-5:00 pm, PST). <\/p>","System_ECI_Travel_Insurance":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:38:31 --><p>If you have purchased the Travelex Travel Protection Plan through Wilderness Travel, please remember to bring your Confirmation of Coverages (COC) with you on the trip, including your Plan Number and important emergency contact information.<\/p><p>If you've purchased a travel protection plan on your own, we recommend that you bring a copy of your policy, including all coverages, with you on your trip.<\/p>","System_Face_Masks_and_Hand_Sanitizer":"","System_DidNotPurchase_Insurance":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-02-28T12:27:44 --><p>Travel Insurance: We recommend that you purchase travel insurance for this trip. For your convenience, we offer Travelex travel protection. Please let us know if you would like us to add the Travelex Travel Protection Plan to this final invoice. You can learn more about the policy on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildernesstravel.com\/toucan\/travel-insurance\">website<\/a>.<\/p>","System_Purchased_Insurance":"","System_Questions?":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-01-27T13:47:31 --><p>Our Area Specialists are you single point of contact and would be happy to answer any questions about yout trip!<br \/>800.368.2794 | 510.558.2488<\/p>","System_Travel_Insurance":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-01-27T07:58:05 --><p>We highly recommend you purchase travel insurance. You can take advantage of a comprehensive Travel Protection Plan designed for Wilderness Travel by Travelex, or purchase other insurance on your own. See our website for details: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildernesstravel.com\/insurance\">www.wildernesstravel.com\/insurance<\/a><\/p>","System_Make_it_Your_Trip":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:44:18 --><p>The prices above are for the ready-to-book adventure outlined in this Detailed Itinerary, a popular option that has been handcrafted by our Area Specialists to include the best of every destination. While many travelers choose to book this tour as is, our Area Specialists are also happy to work with you to customize this Private Journey to suit your specific interests and style of travel. We can arrange for longer or shorter stays, offer hotel upgrades (see below for sample costs), or add an extension to additional places of interest. We can even add special activities or customize excursions depending on your interests. We invite you to contact us to discuss your options!<\/p>","System_Signing_up_for_a_Trip":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:44:42 --><p>Early reservations are recommended since accommodations often sell out far in advance. Please call 1-800-368-2794 and ask for our [Africa Manager] or email us at [africa@ wildernesstravel.com] with any questions that you may have about this trip. To reserve your Private Journey, we will need to know your preferred dates of travel. We will then check availability and send you a proposed itinerary with exact pricing for your adventure. We can typically hold a provisional booking for one week. At that time, we must collect your initial deposit or accommodations will be released. We accept Visa, Mastercard, or American Express card. Upon receipt of your deposit, we will send you a Welcome Packet that includes a letter of confirmation, Detailed Itinerary, Trip Application, Medical Form, and Pre-Departure Information Booklet with information to help you prepare for your adventure. Please see our Cancellations and Transfer Fee Schedule for specific payment information.<\/p>","System_Trip_Leaders":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-02-13T09:24:57 --><p>Wilderness Travel Trip Leaders have a passion and a joy for creating an unforgettable journey. We are extremely proud of them and the incredible travel experiences they make possible. The Trip Leader for each departure is listed on the "Dates & Prices" tab on our Pilgrim's Way webpage:<\/p>"},"terms":{"PaymentSchedule":"<meta charset=\"utf-8\"\/><body><p>At time of reservation: $600<br \/>150 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost<br \/>90 days prior to departure: Balance<br \/><br \/><em>*Please note that this differs from our standard policy.<\/em><\/p><\/body>","CancelSchedule":"<p>Minimum fee: $600 per person<br \/>91-150 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost<br \/>90 days or less: 100% of trip cost<\/p><p><em>*Please note that this differs from our standard policy.<\/em><\/p>"}}