Visitors to Cenderawasih Bay will discover clear, calm waters and a wide variety of diving, from encounters with whale sharks and marine mammals to excellent macro, and some notable Japanese WWII wrecks.

Scuba dive with whale sharks and WWII wrecks in West Papua’s remote Cenderawasih Bay National Park – the largest protected area in Indonesia.

As liveaboard routes venture further east, the underwater treasures of Cenderawasih Bay reveal a great diversity of diving and a real sense of the pioneer spirit - of going where few others dare. Cenderawasih's marine diversity has earned it the name "The Galapagos of Indonesia's reefs" by none other than Dr Gerald Allen.

2024年7月5日 · Acclaimed as the ‘newest’ dive destination in the region, the bay is more than 300kms wide, and has a 700kms coastline with several rivers emptying into it. Cenderawasih Bay includes 18 pristine paradise-like islands and combines a coral reef ecosystem with mangrove and terrestrial tropical forests.

Cenderawasih Bay is a hidden gem for divers and marine enthusiasts, offering a spectacular underwater paradise like no other. Known for its incredible biodiversity, this stunning destination allows divers to swim with whale sharks, the gentle giants that roam its warm, nutrient-rich waters.

Discover and experience the underwater paradise of Cenderawasih Bay, where whale sharks roam all year round, and the diversity of marine ecosystems will surely guarantee you of an unforgettable diving experience.

Your guide to Cenderawasih Bay, the best place to dive and snorkel with giant Whale Sharks in Indonesia. Want to dive with seven 12meter whale sharks all in one dive? Check out this guide to find out more...

DAMAI liveaboard trips to Cenderawasih Bay are a unique way to spend hours diving or snorkelling with whalesharks around the local fishing platforms. It is not uncommon to see the sub-adult giants leisurely swimming around the platforms in only a few meters of water.

Known for its clear waters and vibrant coral reefs, Cenderawasih Bay is an ideal destination for diving and snorkeling, especially if you want to swim with majestic whale sharks. Each day is filled with unforgettable underwater encounters, including meeting dugongs and feeding sharks.