Last updated: 06 March 2013

What’s the best way to dive in Raja Ampat? By liveaboard, right? That is what we thought until we discovered the Misool Eco Resort and we have had to seriously re-think that assumption.

The gorgeous setting is a small shallow bay where turquoise waters gently lap a fine sandy beach. The two rocky arms of the bay stretch out with delightful chalets lining the shore, beyond are the rich waters of Raja Ampat. Due to the remote location, the resort is run a little like a liveaboard with set 7 and 12 night diving holiday packages. The serenity and hideaway nature of the resort also makes it the perfect spot for honeymooners.

Dive The World has the following special offer for you:

Misool Eco Resort – Special Offer Save Up To US$ 1,437!

13 Days 12 Nights 48 Dives
For Stays between:
29 Apr – 05 Oct 2013
Water Cottage: Was US$ 6,459 (€ 4,800) Now US$ 5,370 (€ 4,120)
Standard Villa: Was US$ 7,454 (€ 5,540) Now US$ 6,142 (€ 4,712)
Deluxe Villa: Was US$ 8,006 (€ 5,950) Now US$ 6,569 (€ 5,040)
Save up to US$ 2,874 per couple!

8 Days 7 Nights 20 Dives
For Stays between:
29 Apr – 05 Oct 2013
Water Cottage: Was US$ 3,956 (€ 2,920) Now US$ 3,261 (€ 2,502)
Standard Villa: Was US$ 4,541 (€ 3,355) Now US$ 3,715 (€ 2,850)
Deluxe Villa: Was US$ 4,911 (€ 3,630) Now US$ 4,001 (€ 3,070)
Save up to US$ 1,820 per couple!

Includes: Transfer to and from Sarong on scheduled departure dates, all meals and non-alchoholic beverages, government taxes. Also includes meals and hotel in Sorong on the night of your departure.

Excludes: Torch, dive computer (mandatory) US$ 14 per day, dive insurance (mandatory), Raja Ampat marine park fee (valid for one year) US$ 59.

In a time when the word ‘Eco’ appears everywhere, it is great to see a resort with credentials including:

• Every single piece of lumber used in building has been milled from salvaged driftwood and free-fallen timbers collected in Raja Ampat
• Collected rainwater is used for showering
• Grey water is processed with waste water gardens and then redirected to flush toilets
• The resort has implemented a community agreement for a Marine Protected Area (no fishing zone)
• Their conservation initiatives are funded by WildAid and they now have boat patrols to protect their no-take zone.
• There is an emphasis on employing and buying from local people as well as implementing social projects to provide alternative means of income to local people

Note that all this good work is in addition to providing you with some of the best diving you can imagine. Dive sites like the legendary Fiabacet come within the Marine Protected Area. The fabulous Farondi island and The Passage are both within easy reach, plus the house reef provides the type of night dive any resort can be proud of. There are so many excellent diving spots nearby that the list is practically inexhaustible.

Are you interested in taking your next diving holiday in Raja Ampat at Misool Eco Resort? Contact Dive The World on +66 (0)94 582 7973 / (0)83 505 7794 or send us an email.

Note: All prices quoted are per diver sharing and subject to currency fluctuations. Currency rate correct at time of publishing. Special offers apply to new bookings only.