Category Archives: Snorkeling

Raja Ampat: a week at Marandan Weser, Batanta

Posted on March 13, 2023 by Bryan Keith

Marandan Weser was the only village we stayed at in Raja Ampat. We ended up having a fantastic week, perhaps our favorite of the six places we stayed. We got to meet some villagers and get a feel for the … Continue reading →

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Raja Ampat: a week at Dayan, western Batanta

Posted on March 3, 2023 by Bryan Keith

Of our six weeks in Raja Ampat, Dayan had the best snorkeling. It was the only time we snorkeled with manta rays, I had my best cuttlefish encounter at Dayan, and we saw more bumphead parrotfish here than anywhere else. … Continue reading →

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Raja Ampat: a week at Batu Rufas, Pam Islands

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Bryan Keith

I am way behind on writing about Raja Ampat. However, now I have the benefit of perspective. In my notes from this week I am still amazed by the big species and crazy colors, and my energy still has the … Continue reading →

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Raja Ampat: a week at Yenros Homestay, eastern Gam

Posted on February 11, 2023 by Bryan Keith

Raja Ampat, a well-known bucket-list destination, and oh so worth it! Previously I had been intimidated by the complicated logistics and high costs. Well, stayrajaampat makes it pretty darn easy to organize your trip, and you can get a very … Continue reading →

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Snorkeling Makadi Bay

Posted on April 9, 2022 by Bryan Keith

Most tourists who come to Makadi Bay stay in all-inclusive hotels, sit by the pool all day drinking watered-down beer, and overindulge in huge mediocre buffets. Egypt is more expensive than Turkey for lower quality — generally a poor value … Continue reading →

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