serve daily flights to and from Manokwari via Makassar. The Airport is about 7 km from down town. The cab is available in the airport.
PLACES OF INTEREST
Research Forest. This forest with many types of plants is used by the Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry of Cenderawasih University for research purposes. Situated seven kilometers from Manokwari town, it is accessible by motorcycle, car, or public transport.
Pasir Putih Beach. A soft white sandy beach with clear water, beautiful scenery, and gentle breeze makes it a good place for recreation and swimming. Only 2 kilometers from Manokwari town, this beach can be reached by motorcycle, car, or public transport.
Amban Beach. Facing the Pacific Ocean, having a wave altitude of 2 meters most of the time, this beach is perfect for water skiing and wind surfing. Located five kilometers from Manokwari town, this beach can be accessible by motorcycle, car, or public transport.
FAK-FAK
Maredred Waterfall. Located in Pasir Putih village with a beautiful natural panorama, this waterfall has various types of flora and fauna. It is a wonderful bathing place. It can be reached within ten minutes by boat from Fak-Fak town and by walking within two and a half hours following the river bank.
Tubir Seram Island. Located in front of Fak-Fak town, this island has an amazing and beautiful natural scenery. It has a garden full of many colourful flowers and many types of plants. A monument, called “Perjuangan Merah Putih”, was erected there. A mini museum was also built there to keep artifact of historical values. It is accessible within five minutes from Fak-Fak town by boat.
For more places of interest, please visit
http://www.my-indonesia.info/page.php?ic=1122&prov=33
TOURIST OFFICE
The Nature Conservancy
Raja Ampat Field Office
Jl. Gunung Merapi No. 38 Sorong
Papua, Indonesia.
Phone/Fax: +62-951-323437
Anton Suebu, Papua Bird’s Head Marine
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