Mansuar Island & Sauwandarek Jetty
Pulau Mansuar / Sauwandarek
The largest island in Dampier Strait. The jetties of Yenbuba and Sauwandarek villages have dense schools of fish below, and you can snorkel to see giant clams.
Mansuar Island lies south of Kri Island. Along its coast are fishing villages such as Yenbuba and Sauwandarek and many family homestays, making it the main base for backpackers in Raja Ampat. Below the Sauwandarek village jetty are extensive corals and dense schools of fish. Villagers also maintain a giant clam conservation area, so you can see huge giant clams while snorkelling. The Yenbuba jetty is another famous snorkelling and diving spot. Snorkelling in the village requires a small fee paid to the village. Do not step on corals, and observe local customs during Sunday worship hours.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Sawinggrai Village Birds-of-Paradise
- Manta Sandy
- Arborek Village
- Cape Kri
- Pasir Timbul Sandbar
- Blue Magic
- Friwen Wall
- Kabui Bay