Discover the World's Most Biodiverse Ocean Destination: Raja Ampat 🌊

Join me as we sail through the heart of the Coral Triangle — from the vibrant reefs of the Dampier Strait to the remote wilds of Wayag. This episode continues the journey across Raja Ampat, following our diving expedition north from the mystical lagoons of Misool.

In this cinematic dive adventure, we explore iconic sites like Cape Kri, Blue Magic, Melissa’s Garden, and Manta Sandy, where strong currents bring life to the reefs and manta rays glide overhead. In North Raja Ampat, we venture to Kawe and Wayag — lands of jagged limestone islands, swirling shark nurseries, and breathtaking viewpoints.

From underwater encounters with schooling fish and oceanic manta rays to drone shots of untouched atolls, this journey reveals the beauty and fragility of one of the most biodiverse places on Earth.

Highlights include:
– Diving with mantas at Manta Sandy
– Macro hunting in Aljui Bay - Mandarin Fish and Pygmy Seahorse
– Dugong Encounters at Batanta Island
– Diving on the most perfect hard coral reef of Melissas Garden
– Sharks, turtles, and reef fish in Gam & Kri
– Remote anchorages at Kawe and Wayag
– Life aboard a traditional Phinisi sailing ship

Shot across multiple Liveaboard Expeditions with drone and underwater cameras, this is a personal journey through one of Earth’s final frontiers.

Camera used is a Sony a7siii in a Nauticam Housing

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Checkout my video of how the wonderful handcrafted Phinisi boats are built by the Bugis tribe in Bira, Sulawesi. https://youtu.be/A8jrpHxvXxU

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