Wayag Dive Site — Raja Ampat
About Wayag
Remote and spectacular — both above and below water. The iconic karst lagoon above is matched by pristine walls and reef sharks below. Located in the far north of Raja Ampat, the journey is an adventure in itself. Blacktip and whitetip reef sharks patrol the walls, while the shallow reef flats feature stunning hard coral gardens. The surrounding landscape of mushroom-shaped limestone islands is among the most photographed in Southeast Asia.
Site Information
- Depth: 5–40 m
- Difficulty: intermediate
- Site type: Reef
- Current: Currents in Raja Ampat can vary significantly, ranging from mild to strong. Many of the most rewarding dives involve currents, creating opportunities for exhilarating drift dives among dense schools of fish and pelagic species. Divers should be prepared for varying conditions, and good buoyancy control is essential to protect the delicate coral reefs.
- Best time: October-April
- Region: Raja Ampat
Highlights
- Iconic karst lagoon
- Pristine walls
- Remote location
- Sharks