The Misool Resort in Papua And Raja Ampat Indonesia

Misool Eco Dive Resort

MUST BOOK EARLY TO SECURE AVAILABILITY, AT LEAST 1 YEAR IN ADVANCE.

Located in a paradisiacal remote corner of the planet, Misool Eco Resort is a small and private dive resort in the southern part of Raja Ampat islands, Indonesia. Nestled deep in a vast archipelago of uninhabited islands, you will find powder-white beaches, stunning clear lagoons, abundant reefs to dive just in the heart of marine biodiversity. Half a day's journey from the nearest village, the resort is closed during in July, August and September due to weather conditions.

The island and major dive sites are proudly surrounded by the owners 1220 sq km No-Take Zone. Misool Eco Resort is strongly committed to a policy of environmental responsibility, the construction and operation of the resort is engineered to minimize environmental impact.

Divers of all kind will be happy to see the big stuff as giant Mantas, mobula rays, immense schools of surgeons, swirling Barracuda, wobbegang sharks – and the macro like ghost pipefish, blue-ringed octopus, frogfish, pygmy seahorse, mandarin fish and more. Non-divers will appreciate to lounge in a hammock, enjoy the tropical breezes, and watch the hornbills flying overhead while the color of the water change over the course of a day.

Accommodation At Misool Eco Resort

The cottages are built to European standards of comfort and safety, with indigenous natural materials. All the furniture and fittings (including wardrobes, shelving, tables, beds, doors, doorhandles...) were hand-crafted on site from recycled wood by a team of resident Javanese artisans and their local apprentices.

8 luxurious Tabisasu water cottages (North Bay) -

• Total area about 80 square meters
• 4.5 meter x 9 meter shaded veranda
• Nteps from private veranda down into the North Lagoon
• Hammock built into your veranda
• House Reef just a few fin-kicks away
• Air-conditioning, plus insulated and plastered walls
• Fan
• Natural stone flooring
• Natural traditional alang-alang grass roof
• In-room electronic safe
• Mosquito net
• Accordion-style glass doors at front for an unobstructed view of the North Bay from your bed
• 2 meter x 4 meter Balinese-style half-covered bathroom
• hot water shower
• Western-style flush toilet

Water cottage amenities -

• Private veranda (glorious equatorial views)
• Double bed
• Massive veranda and outdoor day bed
• Balinese-style en suite bathroom.
• Few steps from the Dive Centre and restaurant

3 Villas - Villa Kalanme (South Beach) -

• Total area about 120 square meters
• 4.5 meter x 9 meter shaded veranda
• Private air-conditioned bedroom + separate fan-cooled living room
• Outdoor living area with built-in day bed
• Natural stone flooring
• Natural traditional alang-alang grass roof
• Refrigerator
• Kettle, coffee and tea
• In-room electronic safe
• Mosquito net
• Accordion-style glass doors at front for an unobstructed view towards the tiny islands on the Eastern horizon.
• 2 meter x 4 meter Balinese-style bathroom with an open-air shower
• Hot water shower
• Western-style flush toilet

Villa amenities -

• Views over the deep water swimming hole
• En suite bathroom
• Built into the rocky hillside
• Long white beach (just few steps from your veranda)
• Faces east and enjoys glorious sunrise views
• This 2-room villa is conveniently located near the dive centre, built on the outer edge of the North Lagoon.

Drink & Dine

• Beach-front restaurant / North Bay / overlooking a lagoon / under the trees
• The restaurant's terrace / ideal place to enjoy a sunset drink
• Hilton and Sheraton-trained chef has created the menu

Meals served -

• Indonesian and other Asian fusion style dishes.
• International delicacies
• Organic fare from local sources
• Breakfast, lunch & dinner
• Snacks and drinks are available throughout the day.
• Different dietary needs and restrictions can be catered for with advance notice.
• Pork is not served / respect of the Muslim hosts

Facilities And Services

• Restaurant and bar
• Spa / massage, body and beauty treatments / freshly created each morning with local organic products
• Water dispenser
• Computer
• Wifi internet connection for a small fee / Skype is available.
• DVD player
• Fish ID books
• Laundry service
• A private beach
• Baby cots
• Baby sitting
• Snorkeling
• Visiting a jellyfish lake
• Exploration to view ancient rock paintings
• Kayaking tours
• Lagoon tours
• River excursions
• Bird-watching
• Visiting a local village

Remember, this private island is a sophisticated and very comfortable resort but it is not the type of place you should expect a swimming pool or 5 star luxury facilities.