Indonesia · Dampier Strait, Raja Ampat
Mioskon
Also known as: Mios Kon
Best time to dive
October to May
What you might see
- Grey reef sharkPossible
- Moray eelLikely
- Napoleon wrasseLikely
- NudibranchLikely
- Pygmy seahorseLikely
- SeahorseLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Open Water
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - Yes - gentle slope and shallow coral bommies make this a great snorkel site
Safety notes
Rare blue-ring octopus sightings (do not touch); otherwise a low-risk, beginner-suitable site
Permits & fees
Raja Ampat Marine Park Entry Permit (SIMAKSI): ~IDR 700,000 foreign / IDR 425,000 domestic, valid 12 months; plus Visitor Entry Ticket ~IDR 1,000,000 foreign at Waisai port
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Mioskon Island/Sorong
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.