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Raja Ampat (Dampier Strait / Misool)

Whale shark is the reason to dive Raja Ampat (Dampier Strait / Misool), Indonesia.

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Raja Ampat (Dampier Strait / Misool)

Whale shark is the reason to dive Raja Ampat (Dampier Strait / Misool), Indonesia. Best odds here: low for whale shark, peak jan-mar. Access needed ranges up to Open Water, depending which encounter you're after.

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Species
Low
Best odds
Jan-Mar
Peak window
Surface-25 m
Depth

The encounter

Whale shark

Surface-25 m · Needs Open Water

Peak Jan-Mar

Long-shot odds

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Sighting reliability and peak windows are researched estimates from the Atlas encounter database — not a guarantee. Wildlife moves with temperature and prey. Confirm current conditions with a local operator before booking.