The tip led him to what would become a four-month-long diving expedition through various archipelagos, consulting local fishermen along the way.
During his journey, one place stood out from the rest: Raja Ampat, in Indonesia’s West Papua Province.
Located in the heart of the Coral Triangle, the Raja Ampat Marine Protected Area Network spans over 4 million hectares and includes around 1,500 islands.
Credited with having the richest marine biodiversity on Earth and a relatively remote location that has allowed it to escape mass tourism, it’s no surprise that Raja Ampat is often marketed as “the last paradise on Earth.” It’s home to more than 1,600 species of fish, while some 75% of the world’s known coral species can be found there.
“There are endless beautiful areas and many hundreds of beautiful coral gardens,” says Ammer.
One of the most successful conservation projects on Earth
Raja Ampat, often dubbed “the last paradise on Earth,” is famed for its rich marine biodiversity.
Papua Diving Resorts
Raja Ampat hasn’t always been a conservation success story, proving that real change is possible with the right approach.
“A lot needed to happen in partnership with various stakeholders to turn this around.”
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