The Indonesian archipelago of Raja Ampat has scarcely changed since spice traders passed this way in the 18th century. But as Maria Shollenbarger sails among its hidden coves on a traditional wooden ...

IT TOOK one plunge to realize that the long trip to get here—48 hours in all—had been worth it. Staring down into the water, I floated above a dizzying variety of corals: Some looked like giant, ...

The reef manta ray (Mobula alfredi) is a tough swimmer. They can travel hundreds of kilometers to feed themselves. The longest recorded movement for an individual reef manta ray was 1,150km, observed ...

This breathtaking aerial view showcases the world-famous karst islands of Raja Ampat, an extraordinary archipelago located in Southwest Papua, Indonesia. Surrounded by crystal-clear turquoise waters, ...

Raja Ampat – the most unspoilt marine environment on Earth – is perfect for a floating wellbeing break ...

Raja Ampat is home to about 75% of the world's known hard coral species and more than 1,700 species of fish, according to Erdmann. But what is at stake isn't only the loss of ecosystems, but also the ...

If you liked this story, share it with other people. The Indonesian archipelago of Raja Ampat is home to some of the world’s richest marine biodiversity. A year ago, the Indonesian government ...

The reef manta ray (Mobula alfredi) is a tough swimmer. They can travel hundreds of kilometres to feed themselves. The longest recorded movement for an individual reef manta ray was 1,150km, observed ...