Guests always overpack for a wooden boat. Here is the practical Raja Ampat liveaboard packing list I send before every trip — cabin space stays free and reef days stay comfortable. Soft duffels beat hard suitcases.
Must-bring
- Your own mask (fit matters more than anything we can lend)
- Rash guard or long-sleeve swim top for sun and jellyfish
- Reef-safe sunscreen and a wide-brim hat
- Dry bag for phone and camera on tenders
- Lightweight rain shell for squalls
- Closed-toe shoes or grippy sandals for Piaynemo stairs and Wayag rock
- Headlamp, binoculars, refillable bottle
- Motion-sickness tablets if you are sensitive
Snorkel & dive gear
Fins and snorkels are usually available aboard; bring your mask. Casual divers should confirm rental tanks and weights with us before departure. Underwater lights help on walls and jetty nights — Roli and the tender crew will tell you when it is worth packing one.
What the boat typically covers
Meals, drinking water, linens, basic first aid, and snorkel support. Park PIN and visitor fees are usually guest responsibility — see our Raja Ampat PIN fee guide.
Leave at home
Single-use plastics, heavy boots, and “just in case” outfits you will never wear. Cabin drawers fill fast on a simple liveaboard.
Pre-departure checklist
Passport copies, park fee cash/plan, travel insurance, and your preferred month from our best time to visit Raja Ampat guide. Ready to sail? Message us on WhatsApp — I will send a packing note tailored to Wayag, Misool, or a short Dampier trip.
