Raja Ampat yacht charter in November
November in Raja Ampat: the calmest seas begin and the full fleet is in place
Quick answer
Is November a good time for a yacht charter in Raja Ampat?
Yes, November is an excellent month for a Raja Ampat yacht charter. The calmest period of the year begins, with light winds, warm water and rising manta activity. Most of the larger luxury fleet has arrived from Komodo, so choice is wide. Demand is lower than in December and January, which makes November one of the best value months.
- Air
- 24 to 32°C
- Water
- 28 to 30°C
- Rain
- Moderate, 12 to 17 days
- Sea
- Calm
- Visibility
- 15 to 30 m
- Crowds
- Moderate
Wind: Light northwest winds
Why go in November
What November does best in Raja Ampat
- Calm seas for long routes to Wayag and Misool
- Rising manta numbers at Manta Sandy
- A wide choice of larger yachts
- Fewer guests than in the holiday peak
- Warm water for long snorkels over the reef flats
Honest caveats
What to plan around
- Short tropical showers can arrive in the afternoon
- Flights to Sorong need connections, so allow a buffer day
- Plankton can reduce visibility at some manta sites
Wildlife
Manta numbers rise through the month, and whale sharks are occasionally reported in the wider region. Reef life is at its most vibrant in the calm water.
Demand and booking
Moderate. Three to six months is usually enough, but December and January dates are reserved earlier.
Fleet in November
By November most of the larger yachts have moved from Komodo to Raja Ampat for the season.
Holidays and events
No major Indonesian holidays. US Thanksgiving falls late in the month (26 November 2026, 25 November 2027).
Fleet
36 yachts sail Raja Ampat in November
Private charters from US$1,900 per night for the whole yacht, crew and meals included. Availability is confirmed directly with each yacht.
Same month, other sea
Komodo in November: good
November in Komodo: the quiet shoulder month before the rains
FAQ
Raja Ampat in November: your questions
Is November a good time to visit Raja Ampat?
Yes, it is one of the best. November begins the calmest season, which runs to March, and the full luxury fleet is in place. Manta activity increases and the water is warm. It is also quieter than the Christmas and New Year peak, so yacht choice and pricing are favourable.
Do the big yachts move from Komodo to Raja Ampat in November?
Yes. Many of the larger yachts relocate to Raja Ampat around November, after the Komodo dry season, and stay until around April. This is why November to April offers the widest choice of luxury yachts in Raja Ampat, while Komodo relies more on its local fleet in those months.
How many nights do I need for Raja Ampat in November?
Seven nights is ideal to combine the Dampier Strait, Piaynemo and either Misool in the south or Wayag in the north. Five nights works well for the central area. November's calm seas make the longer crossings easy, so it is a great month to choose a more ambitious route.
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