Waiwo Island in Raja Ampat Regency, West Papua Province
Located near to Wasai City, Waiwo Island becomes a recommended vacation destination for nature lovers. It belongs to Raja Ampat Regency, and it shares similar beauty to nearby islands. The thing is Waiwo is quite reachable, taking only 30 minutes from the capital of Raja Ampat. Tourists come to the island to witness stunning scenery and to enjoy snorkeling. No wonder, some parts of the island are perfect for diving and swimming. Waiwo is also famous for its beach, on which tourists can relax and explore.
The Nuance
The lush trees and bushes become the prime features in Waiwo Island. Also, it features beautiful sea with its blue Tosca color. No wonder, most of the tourists would enjoy snorkeling there. The water has a good visibility, after all. The next feature is the wooden pier, which is located on the top of a hill. The views are great from there, so tourists are likely to carry a camera or a telescope. The worthy scenery is quite tempting, after all. Not to mention the atmosphere is refreshing, so the pier becomes a wonderful location for sightseeing.
Exploring Waiwo Island
Due to the flawless beauty of nature, Waiwo Island becomes tourists’ choice for exploration. As mentioned before, the pier is the prime checkpoint for sightseeing. Apart from such hill pier, there is also one, which is located on the shoreline. From this location, tourists can see the fishes plainly, as the water is quite clear. Not to mention they can also see the beautiful corals, which appear majestically. It is even possible to feed the fishes! Therefore, everyone should never forget to bring snacks or bread crumbs.
What’s next? Sightseeing is a common activity in Waiwo Island, but people are also into diving or snorkeling. It is because they can find about 45 diving sites, which are scattered around the island. The underwater scenery is quite perfect with numerous types of fishes and corals. The thing is they need to pay the fee to enjoy such tourist activity. Despite this expense, they will get a rewarding experience. Moreover, they have the chance to see a rare species like Indonesian Speckled Carpetshark!
As mentioned earlier, Waiwo is also famous for its beach. It features stunning white sand and crystal clear seawater. Near to the shoreline, there is even a formation of lush forests. That means visitors can either explore the coastline or the forest. In the morning, the atmosphere is quite rejuvenating. Somehow, it helps everyone to eradicate stresses and find peace. At the end of the journey, they can also visit nearby tourist attractions, especially Mayalibit Cape. What a great experience it is.
Nearby Attractions
- Sorong City
- Bantata Island
- Mansuar Island
- Mayalibit Cape
How to Get There
The question is how to reach Waiwo Island. For those coming from Jakarta, the first destination will be Sorong City. That means travelers need to use an airplane to reach Eduard Airport. Next, they need to visit Sorong Port and rent a speedboat. The last destination is Waiwo Island, which takes about several hours from the port.
Where to Stay
- Papua Paradise Eco Resort
- Waiwo Dive Resort
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