"Fak Fak and Triton Bay is a very remote area located south-east of Raja Ampat in Irian Jaya (West Papua), and is famous for its record breaking marine bio-diversity. Because the water here is so nutrient rich, visibility averages 10-20m, however those same nutrients feed an amazing web of life. We're talking extreme bio-mass. New species of fish and corals are being discovered all the time.
Triton Bay, otherwise known as Fak-Fak lies in the heart of the Coral Triangle - a global centre of marine biodiversity and one of the world's top priorities for marine conservation. The Coral Triangle includes various important nesting sites for migratory sea turtles, the channels between major landmasses serve as passages for migrating mammals and mantas, and the waters support feeding grounds for large tuna populations that are targeted by international fishing fleets. Extraordinary numbers of hard corals, mollusks and reef fishes can be found in this area.
These reefs in this area are fantastic species factories. This region is simply mind-blowing in terms of its diversity. From the perspective of marine - and especially coral reef - bio-diversity, it is clearly unparalleled for an area of this size. Scientists keep breaking world records for the number of species found at single sites. Biodiversity surveys conducted in Triton Bay by Conservation International have identified up 335 species of coral reef fish. Among them was a small epaulette shark that 'walks' on its fins. This discovery has turned Triton Bay into one of the most popular and valuable dive sites in the world.
Fak Fak and Triton Bay are still relatively un-explored and we expect to discover even more great dive sites during our cruises to this region. A stunning underwater environment combined with one of the most singular and picturesque landscapes, makes this area a truly spectacular dive location."
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