Raja Ampat Biodiversity Nature Resort
Biodiversity dive resort in Raja Ampat, Indonesia is a 40 minute speed boat ride from Waisai, but once there you are closer to some of the dive sites. I loved the setting and ambiance with all the bungalows spread down the beach with lovely palms and chaise lounges everywhere.
The large bungalows are Indonesian style, some with and some without hot water in the a semi-outdoor enclosed bathroom and a big deck. While there is no AC, there were fans and good natural cooling from under the raised platform.
Very welcoming and hospitable management sets a relaxing and casual environment with a common area with a sand floor, open air dining, family style meals with a vegetarian emphasis and an excellent breakfast. The bar and wifi are only open between 5-7.30 pm. I had a snorkel on their excellent house reef, but did not dive with them this time. They do offer dive certification courses there and can cater to beginners in some more sheltered sites. Their boats are smaller covered banana type boats. They did not have Nitrox or camera facilities.
