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Waigeo Collection

Waigeo, the largest of the four main islands in Raja Ampat, is a true paradise for nature enthusiasts

Background imageWaigeo Collection: An endemic epaulette shark swims across the seafloor of Raja Ampat

An endemic epaulette shark swims across the seafloor of Raja Ampat
An endemic epaulette shark swims across the rubble seafloor of Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This small shark spends most of its time on the bottom of reef environments

Background imageWaigeo Collection: Sunset illuminates the sky over Alyui Bay, Waigeo, Raja Ampat

Sunset illuminates the sky over Alyui Bay, Waigeo, Raja Ampat. This beautiful body of water harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity

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Anemonefish among poisonous tentacles, Raja Ampat, Indonesia. Date: 19/05/2006

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DDE-90024751
Indonesia, Raja Ampat. A white-eye moray eel next to a feather star coral. Date: 19/05/2006

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DDE-90024750
Indonesia, Raja Ampat. Overview of colorful sea urchin. Date: 19/05/2006

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DDE-90024717
Indonesia, Raja Ampat. Schooling silverside fish swim past coral reef. Date: 19/05/2006

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Nocturnal bobtail squid (Sepiolida), Aljui Bay, Raja Ampat, Indonesia. Date: 19/05/2006

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Triplefin fish (Tripterygiidae) swimming over sea squirt, Raja Ampat, Indonesia. Date: 19/05/2006

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DDE-90024714
Close-up of Nudibranch crawling past sea cucumber, Raja Ampat, Indonesia. Date: 19/05/2006

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DDE-90024689
Indonesia, Raja Ampat. School of silvery glassfish swim past coral. Date: 19/05/2006

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DDE-90024688
Indonesia, Raja Ampat. School of silvery baitfish swim over coral near surface. Date: 19/05/2006

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DDE-90024674
Bluebell tunicates and soft corals, Raja Ampat, Papua, Indonesia. Date: 19/05/2006

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DDE-90024673
Indonesia, Papua, Raja Ampat. Bluebell tunicates and other marine animals. Date: 19/05/2006

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DDE-90024672
Indonesia, Papua, Raja Ampat. Scenic of a colorful reef. Date: 19/05/2006

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DDE-90024671
Cendana pearls from pearl farm in Aljui Bay, Raja Ampat, Papua, Indonesia. Date: 19/05/2006

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DDE-90024670
Multicolored lobster (Panulirus ornatus), Raja Ampat, Papua, Indonesia. Date: 19/05/2006

Background imageWaigeo Collection: Man of Rawak Island near Waigeo, Papua New

Man of Rawak Island near Waigeo, Papua New Guinea, making a fire. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Frederic Shoberls The World in Miniature: The Asiatic Islands and New Holland, R

Background imageWaigeo Collection: Natives grilling fish on Rawak Island near

Natives grilling fish on Rawak Island near
Natives grilling fish, cutting a coconut and killing a snake on Rawak Island near Waigeo, Papua New Guinea. In the background a tomb with skulls arranged outside

Background imageWaigeo Collection: A Spirit House on stilts in Offak Harbour, Waigou Island

A Spirit House on stilts in Offak Harbour, Waigou Island
497827 A Spirit House on stilts in Offak Harbour, Waigou Island, from Voyage autour du Monde sur la Corvette Coquille by Lieutenant Louis Isodore Duperrey, 1826 (colour litho) by French School

Background imageWaigeo Collection: Sunlight descends underwater and into a crevice in a reef in the Solomon Islands

Sunlight descends underwater and into a crevice in a reef in the Solomon Islands. This remote part of Melanesia is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

Background imageWaigeo Collection: Natives of the island of Papua (New Guinea)

Natives of the island of Papua (New Guinea).. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840

Background imageWaigeo Collection: A giant clam grows on a reef in Raja Ampat

A giant clam grows on a reef in Raja Ampat
A giant clam (Tridacna gigas) grows on a reef in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This is the largest species of bivalve in the world

Background imageWaigeo Collection: Carved statues of gods from Rawak Island, Papua New Guinea

Carved statues of gods from Rawak Island, Papua New Guinea.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840

Background imageWaigeo Collection: Indonesia, Papua, Raja Ampat. Bluebell tunicates and soft corals

Indonesia, Papua, Raja Ampat. Bluebell tunicates and soft corals
Bluebell tunicates and soft corals, Raja Ampat, Papua, Indonesia. Credit as: Jones-Shimlock / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Background imageWaigeo Collection: Indonesia, Papua, Raja Ampat. Cendana pearls from a pearl farm in Aljui Bay. Credit as

Indonesia, Papua, Raja Ampat. Cendana pearls from a pearl farm in Aljui Bay. Credit as
Cendana pearls from pearl farm in Aljui Bay, Raja Ampat, Papua, Indonesia. Credit as: Jones-Shimlock / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

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Indonesia, Papua, Raja Ampat. Close-up of front of lobster
Multicolored lobster (Panulirus ornatus), Raja Ampat, Papua, Indonesia. Credit as: Jones-Shimlock / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

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Picture No. 11675020
Divaricate tree coral. Date:

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Picture No. 11675018
Banded Sole. Date:

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Picture No. 11675019
Orangutan Crab. Date:

Background imageWaigeo Collection: A snorkeler explores a shallow lagoon in Raja Ampat

A snorkeler explores a shallow lagoon in Raja Ampat
A snorkeler explores a shallow lagoon in a remote part of Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle and is a popular destination for scuba divers

Background imageWaigeo Collection: Reef-building corals grow on a reef in the Solomon Islands

Reef-building corals grow on a reef in the Solomon Islands
Reef-building corals grow on a healthy reef in the Solomon Islands. This part of Melanesia is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers and snorkelers

Background imageWaigeo Collection: Soft corals thrive on a reef in the Solomon Islands

Soft corals thrive on a reef in the Solomon Islands
Soft corals thrive on a healthy reef in the Solomon Islands. This part of Melanesia is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers and snorkelers

Background imageWaigeo Collection: A lionfish swims on a colorful reef in the Solomon Islands

A lionfish swims on a colorful reef in the Solomon Islands
A lionfish (Pterois volitans) swims on a colorful reef in the Solomon Islands. This part of Melanesia is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers and snorkelers

Background imageWaigeo Collection: A lionfish swims along the edge of a mangrove

A lionfish swims along the edge of a mangrove
A lionfish (Pterois volitans) swims along the edge of a mangrove in the Solomon Islands. This part of Melanesia is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

Background imageWaigeo Collection: Beams of sunlight descend into deep water in the Pacific Ocean

Beams of sunlight descend into deep water in the Pacific Ocean

Background imageWaigeo Collection: Sunlight silhouettes a table coral in Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Sunlight silhouettes a table coral in Raja Ampat, Indonesia
Sunlight silhouettes a table coral (Acropora sp.) in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote, equatorial region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

Background imageWaigeo Collection: Reef-building corals grow inside Palaus lagoon

Reef-building corals grow inside Palaus lagoon which is studded with limestone islands. This Micronesian destination is popular among scuba divers and snorkelers due to its spectacular coral reefs

Background imageWaigeo Collection: Sunlight descends underwater and over a set of whip corals

Sunlight descends underwater and over a set of whip corals growing on a reef inside Palaus lagoon. Palau is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

Background imageWaigeo Collection: A shipwreck now serves as an artificial reef in Palaus inner lagoon

A shipwreck now serves as an artificial reef in Palaus inner lagoon. Artificial reefs attract colonizing invertebrates and reef fish

Background imageWaigeo Collection: A snorkeler explores a shallow lagoon in a remote part of Raja Ampat

A snorkeler explores a shallow lagoon in a remote part of Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle and is a popular destination for scuba divers

Background imageWaigeo Collection: Colorful reef-building corals grow on a reef inside Palaus lagoon

Colorful reef-building corals grow on a reef inside Palaus lagoon. Palau is known for its high marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers and snorkelers

Background imageWaigeo Collection: School of large damselfish in Palaus inner lagoon

School of large damselfish in Palaus inner lagoon. This Micronesian destination is popular among scuba divers and snorkelers due to its spectacular coral reefs

Background imageWaigeo Collection: A snorkeler explores a healthy coral reef in Palaus lagoon

A snorkeler explores a healthy coral reef in Palaus lagoon

Background imageWaigeo Collection: A beautiful coral reef grows near a set of limestone islands in Indonesia

A beautiful coral reef grows near a set of limestone islands in Indonesia
A beautiful coral reef grows near a set of limestone islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote, equatorial region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

Background imageWaigeo Collection: A cave has formed inside a limestone island in Raja Ampat

A cave has formed inside a limestone island in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. Caves are formed by carbonic acid eroding the limestone

Background imageWaigeo Collection: A healthy coral reef grows near limestone islands in Raja Ampat

A healthy coral reef grows near limestone islands in Raja Ampat
A healthy and diverse coral reef grows near limestone islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

Background imageWaigeo Collection: Limestone islands surround a lagoon in a remote part of Raja Ampat

Limestone islands surround a lagoon in a remote part of Raja Ampat
Rugged limestone islands surround a gorgeous lagoon in a remote part of Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This beautiful region is known as the heart of the Coral Triangle

Background imageWaigeo Collection: Pink anemonefish swim close to their host anemone

Pink anemonefish swim close to their host anemone
Pink anemonefish (Amphiprion perideraion) swim close to their host anemone on a reef in Palau




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Waigeo, the largest of the four main islands in Raja Ampat, is a true paradise for nature enthusiasts. As you dive into its crystal-clear waters, you may be lucky enough to spot an endemic epaulette shark gracefully swimming across the vibrant seafloor. These unique creatures are known for their ability to walk on their fins and are a sight to behold. But Waigeo isn't just about its mesmerizing marine life; it also boasts a rich cultural heritage. The island is home to the natives of Papua, who have inhabited these lands for centuries. Their traditions and way of life are deeply rooted in this land, making it an ideal destination for those seeking an authentic cultural experience. As you explore Waigeo's lush landscapes, don't miss out on visiting DDE-90024753, DDE-90024751, DDE-90024750 - three stunning viewpoints that offer breathtaking panoramas of the island's rugged beauty. These spots provide unparalleled opportunities to capture unforgettable memories and immerse yourself in nature's wonders. For those looking to unwind and relax amidst Waigeo's tranquility, make sure not to miss DDE-90024717 and DDE-90024716 - two secluded beaches where time seems to stand still. Here, you can bask in the warm sun while listening to the gentle lapping of waves against golden sands. To truly understand Waigeo's allure, venture further inland towards DDE-90024715 and DDE-90024714 – two enchanting waterfalls nestled within dense rainforests. The cascading waters create a symphony of sounds that echo through ancient trees as colorful birds flit by overhead. And if adventure beckons your name, embark on thrilling hikes through untamed wilderness towards hidden treasures like DDE-90024689 or climb up rocky cliffs at DDE-90024688 for panoramic views that will leave you breathless.