Indonesia

Conservation in Raja Ampat – Part 2: Gerry Allen’s Role in Quantifying a Species Factory

Dr Gerry Allen, seen here in his home office, is an Australian ichthyologist renowned for his extensive contributions to the study of coral reef fishes. Photo courtesy of Dr Gerry Allen.

This is the second article in a series by Don Silcock exploring how a successful conservation strategy was developed and implemented in Raja Ampat, on the northwestern tip of Indonesia’s remote West Papua province.

Bali’s Tulamben: A Macro Photographer’s Playground

Shuan the Sheep nudibranch photo by Kate Jonker
Yellow and blue “Shaun the Sheep” nudibranch, Costasiella sp. Gear: Canon R5, Canon 100mm macro lens, +15 diopter, Marelux MX-R5 housing, two Supe D-Pro strobes. Settings: f/9, 1/160, ISO 320.

With a wealth of macro subjects to choose from, the Indonesian island of Bali is a macro photographer’s dream. Underwater photography instructor Kate Jonker takes us to the quaint fishing village of Tulamben on Bali’s northeastern coast and shares her insights and tips for making the most of your trip.

Profile: Leeza English of Triton Bay

Leeza English. Photo courtesy of Triton Bay Divers.

Founded by dive pioneer Leeza English, Triton Bay Divers is a beautiful and secluded resort offering world-class diving and is the first and only resort in Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia. Simon Pridmore tells the story of how Leeza was the driving force behind the resort.

Introducing Emperor Divers New Alor Itinerary

New for 2025, the trip enables guests to embark on a journey through the hidden treasures of the amazing Alor archipelago providing encounters with awe-inspiring marine life, from playful dolphins and majestic whales to the elusive mola mola and various species of sharks.

Because of its location, this part of the Alor archipelago is an area difficult to reach other than from a liveaboard making it an extra-special diving experience.

Banda Sea & Forgotten Islands

Oval butterflyfish and chromis on reef, Forgotten Islands, Indonesia

Far away from the stress of everyday life and modern civilisation lies a paradise in the middle of the Coral Triangle, where time has stood still. Claudia Weber-Gebert tells of her adventure to Indonesia’s Banda Sea and the Forgotten Islands.