The region of Raja Ampat is dominated by microclimates, which means weather can differ from island to island and hour by hour. It’s not uncommon for rain to fall for a short period (five to 50 minutes) only for bright sunshine and blue skies to return afterwards. This is a common occurrence throughout the year.
When visiting between December and February, there’s a great chance of encountering a wide variety of marine life – after all, the region is home to over 1,400 different species of fish. Along with this, species of rays and sharks also inhabit these biodiverse waters.
A number of evergreen trees decorate Raja Ampat’s karst limestone islands, ensuring picture perfect views while sailing through this surreal destination. With humidity relatively low towards the end and beginning of the year, this is also a comfortable time to go hiking in search of birds of paradise and the magical blue river of Kali Biru.