Boat transfer are what makes Raja Ampat expensive. Always negotiate them because locals are sometimes exagerating. A few prices I paid for reference : 500'000Rp per boat from Waisai to Corepen one way (enough space for 4, 5 passengers at least) in July 2017. 800'000Rp per boat one way from Waisai to Arborek in October 2022.
It is also expensive in comparison to other Indonesian destinations due to its location in the far east of the Country, next to Papua New Guinea. Is it possible to visit Raja Ampat on a budget? Let me help you visit this slice of heaven on earth for only a fraction of the cost. Why visit Raja Ampat?
With the growing popularity of Raja Ampat (although it still is logistically hard and expensive to get to), homestays and day dives are now also possible. However, the best way to see, discover, and make the most out of your trip to Raja Ampat is hands down by doing a liveaboard.
In a nutshell? Don't argue - just pay or leave. At some locations in Raja Ampat you may be asked to pay an entry fee by representatives of local communities. These are usually charged per boat, not per person, and are levied at several popular locations, including at Wayag and Piaynemo.
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