Affordable Travel Tips to Raja Ampat

Many people want to enjoy the beauty of Raja Ampat. However, this desire constrained by the the expensive cost. Many beautiful location are difficult to reach, accessible only by chartered boat. That's the one that makes the cost to Raja Ampat quite expensive. But, actually travel to Raja Ampat is not too expensive if we know the tricks and prepare yourself well in advance.

The highest expenses are airfare, Jakarta to Sorong (round-trip) cost more than $500. Expensive airfare can be anticipated by looking for promo tickets. Some of the airlines that fly to Sorong provide discounts at certain times.

From the port of Sorong we can ride fast boat to Port Maisai. There is also a tour package from Sorong to tourist sites in Raja Ampat, but usually more expensive.

From the port Maisai you can take a motorcycle taxi to Waisai, the cost is about $5. Stay in Waisai much cheaper than in the cottages on the islands. Cheapest room rates in the cottage of island Masuar are $130 per night. Many locals offer affordable accommodation. You should look first before deciding to stay, especially if you are on vacation quite a while in Raja Ampat.

You can hire a speedboat from Port Wasai heading to destinations. Speedboat rental prices are usually more expensive than regular boats. Should bid first before renting. For example, to get to the island Mansuar, boat owners offering price of $130. Diving spot closest of Waisai is Waiwo. Can be reached by road using a motorcycle or a car. In Waiwo you can rent snorkeling equipment at a cost of $5, you can also dive with a package price of $50.

The most popular destinations in Raja Ampat is Wayag, about three hour trip from Wayag. But if you can not go to Wayag you enough to the Gulf Kabui. The scenery is no less beautiful. The distance is closer than Waisai, about 30 minutes by boats.

If you want to go there you should go as a group. It will reduce the cost compared to going alone. The cost of boats, lodging, or a tour package is much cheaper if covered by several people.

Here are some helpful tips if you are going on vacation to Raja Ampat:

• Search for promo tickets
Sorong is a stopover most tourists who want to Raja Ampat. For that, a mandatory thing to do if want a cheap holiday to Raja Ampat is to look for promo tickets. Frequently check the airlines that flies to Papua, especially Sorong. Promo ticket prices would cut costs to Raja Ampat.


• Browse affordable accommodation
After ordering airline tickets, now is the time looking for lodging. Open your computer and browse the Internet through affordable accommodation location. Lodging in Raja Ampat provide accommodation plus three meals a day. You can choose the most affordable prices.


• Book well in advance
If you want to save the cost of a holiday to Raja Ampat, do preparation well in advance before departure. Book tickets for lodging prior to departure time. Usually, the price obtained when booked in advance will be cheaper than when you book closer to departure time.


• Bring plenty of food
Raja Ampat is not such a big city that maybe you normally visit. In the capital district, Waisai, not many stores available. If anything, the selling price is usually much more expensive than cities such as Jakarta. If you do not want trouble finding snacks, take food out of the city with considerable amounts. It is also useful to save the cost of the meal.


• Treat yourself with a snorkeling
Almost all of the traveler who goes to Raja Ampat aims to diving. But the diving package cost is not cheap. If you want to save money, choose snorkeling rather than diving. Don't worry, you can still enjoy the beauty of the underwater Raja Ampat at a cheaper price.

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