PAPARISA HOMESTAY

Packing for Raja Ampat is a little different from packing for Bali. Why? Because Raja Ampat is remote. Really remote. Once you leave Sorong and arrive on the islands, you’ll quickly notice that convenience stores, pharmacies, dive shops and supermarkets are very limited, and on smaller islands like Kri, almost non-existent. Over the years, we’ve seen guests forget all kinds of things 😅So here’s our honest list of what we really recommend bringing to Raja Ampat. Not to overpa

Internet in Raja Ampat is better than many people expect, but there are a few things worth knowing before you arrive. From Telkomsel and eSIMs to Starlink WiFi and local tips, here's our complete guide.

If you had told us a few years ago that we would one day build a homestay on a small island in Raja Ampat, we probably wouldn’t have believed you either. We actually met in Bali, where life looked very different from how it does now. At one point, Rio got the opportunity to become the manager of a homestay on Kri Island. The plan was simple: stay for 6 months, enjoy the experience, and see what would happen next. But Raja Ampat had other plans for us. The longer we stayed, th

So… you want to visit Raja Ampat. Good choice 🌴 But let’s be honest: getting here is not as straightforward as booking a flight to Bali. Raja Ampat is one of the most remote destinations in Indonesia, and while that’s exactly what makes it so special, it also means the journey requires a little more planning. The good news? Once you understand the route, it’s actually pretty simple. This guide explains exactly how to get to Raja Ampat, including flights, ferries, private boa