This archipelago of more than 1,500 mostly tiny islands - at least six hours by plane and ferry from Jakarta - is a tropical paradise of turquoise seas, limestone karsts, and coral-rich waters, recognized as not just as Indonesia´s but one of the world´s top destinations for divers, snorkelers, with the world´s highest marine biodiversity. Traveling to one of four main islands — Waigeo, Misool, Salawati, and Batanta — visitors can explore vibrant coral gardens and spot manta rays, reef sharks, turtles, and more than 1,500 species of often colorful tropical fish. They can also kayak through hidden lagoons, hike jungle trails, explore secluded beaches, and encounter Papuan communities, known for their warmth and craftsmanship and preserve rich traditions through dance, storytelling, and sustainable fishing.
Read more in Tripatini contributor Om Singh´s post 10 of the Best Places in Indonesia to Visit for Couples (and Everyone!)
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