Most people think visiting Raja Ampat is expensive. That's true in part, but it is possible to visit the islands on a budget. In this article I will cover the main things you need to know and things you'll need to arrange for your trip.
Updated: 24th November 2015. If you have never heard about Raja Ampat in Indonesia you were in the same boat as me. As soon as I had, however, I knew I had to get there pronto. The best thing is, exploring Raja Ampat on a budget IS possible… (Update Jan 2023 - A lot has changed since my visit and when I wrote this, and much info might be incorrect.Boat transfer are what makes Raja Ampat expensive. Always negotiate them because locals are sometimes exagerating. A few prices I paid for reference : 500'000Rp per boat from Waisai to Corepen one way (enough space for 4, 5 passengers at least) in July 2017. 800'000Rp per boat one way from Waisai to Arborek in October 2022. .