Raja Ampat Marine Park covers 2,000,109 hectares and is situated off the North-West tip of the island of New Guinea in Southwest Papua.
Sorong is the main entry point to this magical area. KLM Eliya departs from Sorong Harbour which is 15 minute car ride from the airport.
Most international flights enter Indonesia through Jakarta (CGK) and Denpasar, Bali (DPS) airports. Both of these airports offer direct flights to Sorong (SOQ). Direct flights can also be taken from other major hubs in Indonesia, such as Makassar (UPG) and Surabaya (SUB).
All visitors require a minimum of 6 months left on their passports. Please be sure to check with your local consulate for the most up to date entry requirements to Indonesia.
Bali's Ngurah Rai International airport (DPS) is one of Indonesia's largest hubs, and you can fly from many airports within Indonesia as well as directly from Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Bangkok, as well as China, Japan, Australia and the Middle East.
Travelers coming from Europe can take flights with a stop in the Middle East or KL / Singapore.
Travelers coming from the USA can take flights with a stop in Hong Kong / Tokyo.
There are direct flights from Bali (DPS) to Sorong (SOQ) which takes roughly 3 hours. Sky scanner and Nusatrip are both great websites for checking what flights are available, or you can book with most airlines directly.
Direct flights are offered by Garuda Airlines. Lion Air offers ‘direct flights’ but there is a stop in Makassar which extends the flight time to 6 hours 35 minutes.
International Arrivals Into Bali Denpasar (DPS)
Citizens of 86 countries can enter Indonesia and buy a 30-day Visa on Arrival (VOA), this can be extended once for a further 30 days. Citizens of 10 ASEAN countries are eligible for the Visa Exemption, which grants you a 30 day stay (non extendable). Foreign travellers from countries other than the 86 listed countries must first apply for a B211A Tourist Visa prior to entering Bali.
All visitors to Indonesia need at least 6 months passport validity.
For a list of the full requirements please visit Welcome Back To Bali
It is possible to apply online for your VOA up to 14 days in advance of your arrival here
Tourism Levy for International Arrivals Into Bali Denpasar (DPS)
Commencing February 14th 2024 international arrivals to Bali will be required to pay a one-time Rp 150,000 (approx US$10) fee.
Travellers are encouraged to conveniently settle this payment via the Love Bali website or App prior to their arrival. Upon payment, a tourism levy voucher will be sent via email, and tourists should store it on their smartphones for scanning at checkpoints in bali Airport and sea ports.
Daily direct flight from Jakarta (CGK) to Sorong (SOQ) are operated by Garuda Airlines, Batik Air and Super Air Jet. Flights take approximately 4 hours. We would recommend Garuda Airlines or Batik Air as these are both usually the most reliable airlines & on time in the region.
Sky scanner and Nusatrip are both great websites for checking what flights are available, or you can book with most airlines directly.
Makassar can be found in South Sulawesi. International arrivals to Makassar can be via Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.
From Makassar (UPG) there are daily direct flights to Sorong (SOQ) with Super Air Jet, Lion Air and Sriwijaya Air. Flight time between Makassar and Sorong is just over 3 hours.
Sky scanner and Nusatrip are both great websites for checking what flights are available, or you can book with most airlines directly.
KLM Eliya departs from Sorong Harbour.
The Harbour is just a 15 - 20 minute ride from the airport. We offer a complimentary pick up from your hotel to the Harbour or from the airport to the Harbour if you are arriving the same day.
We strongly encourage you to arrive in Sorong the day before we depart as delays are common in Indonesia and it will help avoid any unnecessary stress.
If you do choose to fly into Sorong the same day as embarkation, please ensure you book a flight that lands before 12 noon. Any later than this and you will not make it to the harbour in time for embarkation.
On the morning of embarkation one of our drivers will collect you from your hotel at 12.30pm** From here you will be taken to Sorong harbour to board the KLM Eliya. Once onboard our Cruise Director will brief you on everything you need to know for a safe and enjoyable trip.
Our bookings team will confirm your arrival / location for pick up as part of the onboarding process.
** Time depends on location of hotel.
If you do wish to land in Sorong on the morning of embarkation, we can have a driver collect you from the airport. Please be advised that we strongly recommend arriving the night before embarkation as the morning flights often have delays. If your landing time is delayed, it will mean missing the embarkation.
On the final morning of your trip, we will disembark back at Sorong Harbour. We will serve breakfast onboard before saying our final farewells (until next time!) Our crew will assist you to settle any outstanding bills before you disembark.
We will have you back in the harbour to start disembarkation by 6am (if you have an early flight), or you you are welcome to stay aboard until 10:00am latest.
We will arrange a driver to collect you from the harbour and bring you directly to the airport or to your hotel if you are choosing to stay in town.
There will be no diving on your disembarkation day. Please be aware of the recommended 18 hour No-Fly Time when booking your departure flight.
