Kabui Bay
Teluk Kabui
A karst strait between Gam Island and Waigeo Island, where dozens of mushroom-shaped islets rise from calm turquoise water.
Kabui Bay is a narrow strait between Gam Island and Waigeo Island. Its water is as calm as a lake and dotted with numerous limestone islets whose bases have been eroded by the sea into mushroom shapes, all covered in tropical vegetation. Boats cruise through, passing the narrow rock channel known as Kabui's Gate and ancient rock paintings on the cliffs. This is a must-pass on the route from Waisai to Piaynemo or Wayag, and most charter trips slow down here for photos or snorkelling. The coral reefs in the bay are lush, with colourful soft corals, making it good for snorkelling. There are no landing facilities at Kabui Bay, so it is mainly seen by boat. Bring sun and rain protection.
Opening hours
Daytime (boat trips)
Nearby sights
- Sawinggrai Village Birds-of-Paradise
- Friwen Wall
- Arborek Village
- Saporkren Village
- Manta Sandy
- Blue Magic
- Mansuar Island & Sauwandarek Jetty
- Pasir Timbul Sandbar