Raja Ampat sits at the heart of the Coral Triangle, home to more marine species than anywhere else on Earth. For scuba divers, this is a rare privilege: 650 types of coral, 3,000 fish species, and encounters with manta rays, wobbegongs, and pygmy seahorses. Agusta Eco Resort places you right inside this extraordinary marine park, on a private island in the Dampier Strait. You can arrive and leave on dates that suit you. No fixed weekly turnover. Just straightforward, flexible diving holidays.
The island itself is a calm escape. Palm trees, frangipani, and bougainvillea line the paths. A white sand beach fronts a house reef that works perfectly for check dives or easy afternoon snorkels. Agusta Eco Resort keeps its footprint light: solar panels supply power, plastic use is minimised, and emissions are managed carefully. The property sits within easy reach of more than 80 dive sites, from Manta Sandy and Blue Magic to Cape Kri and the famous Passage.
3 categories of cottages, all face the ocean. Large windows let in natural light and the seaview. The restaurant at Agusta Eco Resort is an open wooden structure with handmade Indonesian furniture. Chefs specialise in Indonesian and Italian dishes, with a bi-weekly menu served at the table. Next to the restaurant, a lounge bar offers free wi-fi, cocktails, and a place to relax with music or videos from the region.
Agusta Eco Resort is the only resort in Raja Ampat with a fresh water swimming pool. It overlooks the beach, surrounded by a large wooden terrace with sun beds. Some guests use it for early morning stretches. Others for cooling off after a day on the dive boat. The spa sits in a quiet corner with sea views. Massages are available in several styles. A good option after long dives or simply as a way to slow down.
The dive operation runs day trips to nearby reefs. The Agusta Eco Resort guides know the local currents and choose dive sites based on tides, weather, and diver experience. Manta Sandy lies 15 minutes from the resort. Blue Magic and Sardines produce schooling fusiliers, jacks, tuna, and grey sharks. The house reef itself holds blacktip reef sharks, wobbegongs, and blue-spotted rays. Snorkelers are well looked after, with calm water sites and dedicated guides.
Whether you come for the big fish action at Cape Kri, the macro treasures on the village jetties, or the simple pleasure of a freshwater pool after a day of drift dives, Agusta Eco Resort delivers a genuine, low-impact base for exploring Raja Ampat.
Agusta Eco Resort offers three categories of ocean-facing cottages on its private island in the Dampier Strait. All rooms feature large windows for natural light and sea views. Furnishings blend hand-carved Balinese woodwork with locally sourced pieces from Papua.
The 4 Deluxe Cottages are roughly 65 sqm and are built from precious wood. They are equipped with a king-size double bed, mosquito nets, air conditioning, ceiling fan, minibar, safe, bathrobes, and a camera table. WiFi service is available. The bathrooms are spacious and have 2 lava stone sinks, a toilet and a shower with hot and cold water.
There is also a Deluxe Family Cottage that has an additional room with 2 single beds. This cottage is designed to host a family (or group of friends) and can accommodate up to 4 guests.
The 4 Superior Cottages are around 45 sqm with a rectangular shape and built from fine wood; they also have large windows. They are equipped with
a king-size double bed or 2 single beds, mosquito nets, air conditioning, fans, minibar, safe, and a large camera bench. The bathrooms are spacious and have a lava stone sink, a toilet and a shower with hot and cold water, and a hairdryer.
There is also a Superior Family Cottage that has an additional room with 2 single beds. The cottage is designed to host a family or group of friends and accommodates up to 4 guests.
The 5 Raja Cottages are about 35 sqm and built in a traditional style with rich woods. The rooms have air conditioning, and the beds are twin or king-size double and equipped with mosquito nets. They have a large private bathroom with hot and cold water, and a hair dryer.
There is also a Raja Family Cottage that has 2 adjoining bedrooms and 2 private bathrooms. It is ideal for families or groups of friends, and accommodates up to 6 guests.
Raja Ampat is at the centre of world marine diversity and exploring the spectacular reefs is an incredible experience; there are 80 dive sites within 5-75 minutes of Agusta Eco Resort by boat. Packages include 2, 3 or 4 boat dives per day. The daily dive schedule starts with an 8 am departure. There are both half-day and full-day trips (these include a packed lunch). If making 2 dives, divers return at noon; 3 or 4-dive days return at 3 pm. A wide selection of sites are available within a 15 nautical mile radius of the resort. These include: Yenbuba, Mioskon, Sawandarek Jetty, Blue Magic, Pasir Timbul, Arborek, Manta Sandy, Cape Kri. More remote sites can be requested for supplemental charges, such as Penemu, Rufas, Batanta, The Passage, Five Rocks, Nelayan, Yeben, Yefnabi.
The 8 dive/snorkel boats are 7-11 m long with twin/triple engines and a maximum capacity of 10 guests each. They have roofs (to protect divers from the sun and rain) and ladders (for entry from the sea), and are powered by twin 40 HP Yamaha engines. The guest diver to dive guide ratio is just 5 at Agusta Eco Resort, to deliver a personalised and safe experience. Each boat carries emergency oxygen and a first aid kit. All guests are issued with towels, and there is tea, coffee, biscuits, dessert, fruit, and fresh water available during surface intervals. During breaks between one dive and another, you can visit beaches, lagoons or local villages.
The dive center is in front of the resort pier. There is a shower area, rinse tanks, and guest equipment storage. Here you can also rent complete sets of scuba and snorkelling equipment. Divers can use 12-litre air cylinders or nitrox. Courses are available, from Discover Scuba Diving, to Nitrox, and Divemaster.
When you are not diving, Agusta Eco Resort offers a solid range of facilities and excursions. The resort is the only one in Raja Ampat with a fresh water swimming pool, overlooking the beach from a large wooden terrace with sun beds. The spa sits in a quiet corner with sea views, offering several styles of massage. The open-air restaurant serves Indonesian and Italian dishes at the table, next to a lounge bar with free wi-fi, cocktails, and a selection of music or regional videos.
For those who want to explore above the water, the resort organises excursions with a minimum of 4 guests. Options include:
- Batanta Waterfall: A canal lined with high mangroves leads to a waterfall in the tropical forest. A one-hour uphill walk reaches a second, larger waterfall with a fresh water lake.
- Mioskon: An island where thousands of large bats roost upside down. Snorkel or dive to see schools of striped snappers, plus possible tuna, sharks, or jacks. Often combined with Blue Magic, Sardines, or Lao Lao reefs.
- The Passage: A 2-kilometre stretch of water between Gam and Waigeo islands that feels like a tropical river. Overhanging limestone walls. Dive sites include The Caves and Nudibranch Rock. A short detour leads to bone remains of Japanese soldiers from World War II.
- Red Bird of Paradise & Wilson's Bird of Paradise: Early morning trips (35 minutes by boat, then a short trek) to watch the famous courtship dances. Both species can be seen at the same location.
- Penemu Lagoon: About one hour from the resort. A wooden staircase climbs to panoramic terraces overlooking black lava pinnacles and turquoise water.
- Hidden Bay, Rufas Island, Pasir Timbul, Yeben Island, Yenbraimuk: A mix of lagoons, channels, swallow caves, sandbanks, and small beaches.
Excursions beyond 15 nautical miles carry a fuel surcharge. Some sites (Pienemu, Rufas, Batanta) and activities (diving, snorkelling, village entry) require separate access fees.
The restaurant at Agusta Eco Resort is an open wooden structure overlooking the ocean, furnished with handmade Indonesian pieces. Meals are served at the table. The kitchen runs on a 14-day menu rotation, mixing Indonesian and Italian traditions. Pizza, bread, breadsticks, focaccia, cakes, ice cream, fettuccine, and gnocchi are all made in house.
Breakfast is buffet style. You can expect fresh fruit, daily baked bread, toast, preserves, juices, milk, cereals, biscuits, cakes, pancakes, sausages, traditional Indonesian dishes, and eggs cooked to order.
Lunch starts with a mixed salad, followed by a choice of main dishes. Fruit or homemade ice cream rounds it off. Dinner follows a similar pattern, with pizza often appearing on the evening menu.
The resort caters to celiac, vegetarian, and vegan diets. You must inform them well in advance of any allergies or intolerances. There are no shops nearby, so planning ahead matters.
What is included: 3 meals per day, drinking water, tea, Indonesian coffee, Nescafe, and biscuits.
What is not included: alcoholic drinks, canned or bottled beverages, beer, juices, caffe mocha, and espresso.
Next to the restaurant, a lounge bar serves cocktails and aperitifs. Free wi-fi is available in this area.
