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Top Highlights of the IndonesianArchipelago,West Papua& the Solomon Islands

Enjoy First-Class Diving With thousands of tropical islands stretching more than 5,000 kilometres, the diving opportunities in the Indonesian archipelago are world-class, in particular at Raja Ampat. Dubbed the Coral Triangle, the crystal-clear water is abundant with colourful reefs and thriving with marine life including rays, reef sharks, and thousands of fish species.

ExperienceDiverse Cultures Due to its central location along ancient trading routes and with somany different islands, the cultural diversity of this archipelago is incredible. There are at least 300 Indonesian ethnic groups, each with their own customs, religion, language, cuisine andmore. See aTraditionalWay of Life Many of the remote islands in the Indonesian archipelago are largely untouched, not only in natural beauty but also their traditional way of life. There are still hundreds of tribes living inWest Papua, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu, while youmay spot locals fishing in traditional boats or houses built over the cater on stilts throughout Indonesia. Visit the Centre of anAncient Spice Route The Maluka Islands (formerly Spice Islands) were once home to the world’s only source of nutmeg, as well as other coveted spices, and became an important centre for the spice trade in the 16th century drawing in traders from all over the globe.

Soak up Picture-Perfect Scenery If you were to imagine the most idyllic tropical paradise, you would picture the Indonesian archipelago. From the otherworldly limestone karsts of Raja Ampat to the pristine waters of Vanuatu to the traditional villages of West Papua,where island life is simple, to the volcanic landscape of the Spice Islands.