Dive Raja Ampat at the Kri Eco Resort

Includes:

• Return transfers from Airport to Resort on a Sunday (approx. 2 hour boat transfer)
• 7 nights' accommodation at Kri Eco Resort, Papuan Water Cottage with shared bathroom facilities
• Full Board (all meals, snacks, free drinking water, tea, coffee
• Up to 4 Boat dives per day ( 3 day dive + 1 optional dusk/night dive)
• Unlimited house reef diving (buddy team mandatory)
• Scuba tanks, weight belts, guide, beach towel
• Free Nitrox
• Free use of Kayaks and SUP`s (Stand-up paddle board) – limited availability
• WIFI Access (1GB per week)
• Laundry service
• Government Taxes
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Excludes:

• Flights and Airport Taxes (Flights & Taxes, approx. R 37 000)
• Marine Park fees (Rp. 1 000 000 – approx. R1000)
• Personal travel, baggage and diving insurance
• Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
• Additional Sightseeing not specified
• Tips & Gratuities
• Visa

optional upgrades:

• Upgrade to a Deluxe Water Cottage with en-suite facilities for an additional R14,000 p.p.s. (7 Nights)

 

Take a look at Kri Eco's sister resort here: https://prodivetravel.co.za/packages/dive-raja-ampat-sorido-bay-resort-2021/  

SUPERIOR PAPUAN COTTAGE

• The Superior cottages offer direct access to the ocean via a natural staircase.
• Shared bathrooms (4 guests max.) with western toilet and warm shower
• Electric fan (24/7)
• Western style bed & mattress
• Mosquito nets
• 24h electricity

   

DELUXE PAPUAN COTTAGE

• Private ensuite bathroom with hot shower
• A spacious outdoor terrace and lounge furniture and immediate access to the beach via a natural staircase
• Electric fan (24/7)
• Western style bed & mattress
• Mosquito nets
• 24h electricity

 

LANGUAGE

Balinese, Indonesian and English.

TIME ZONE

CLIMATE

Weather in Raja Ampat is relatively stable all year around, consistently around 25-32°C, with high humidity at times causing it to feel hotter. Although there is a typical dry season, rainy season and windy season, the below is a general guideline to seasonal patterns in Raja Ampat.

WATER TEMPERATURE

Water temperature are fairly constant at 26-29°C.  Please note that deep water thermoclines can reduce temps to as low as 25°C.

POWER SUPPLY

Voltage: 230 V Frequency: 50 Hz Power sockets: type C / F

STAYING IN CONTACT

WIFI is available at Kri Eco Estate (1GB per week)

WHAT PAYMENT METHOD IS ACCEPTED

The national currency is the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). ATMs are available in Sarong and typically charge a small transaction fee which will be added to whatever fee your bank charges. An international exchange fee may also apply. You’ll be able to exchange major currencies at the airport and in banks throughout Bali, however, pay attention to the exchange rate advertised. Most of the tourist hubs accept Visa and Master Card there is a 3.5% surcharge on all credit card transactions.

DIVING

• Certification must be presented as well as a log book and dive insurance
• Decompression Chamber: Raja Ampat & the Halmahera Sea are extremely remote regions and medical support services in the event of a serious diving accident are extremely limited. Note; There is a hyperbaric chamber in Manado. Note that specialist flights that maintain the patient at sea level pressures are required. Such flights are extremely expensive and usually require upfront payment. 
• Please be sure that your dive insurance is comprehensive & up to date before departing on your diving trip.
• Always follow safe diving practices at all times.
• Alcohol Consumption: If alcohol is consumed in between dives by an individual then they will be required to refrain from diving for the remainder of the day
• Flying After Diving: A minimum surface interval of 18 hours must be allowed prior to flying or going to altitude