Few places on earth can claim to be as far-flung as Raja Ampat, a sprawling archipelago of untouched islands off the northwest tip of West Papua. It is here you will find Misool, one of the best dive resorts in the world.
Rustic Robinson Crusoe chic at its finest, the resort sensitively utilises the island’s diverse tropical environs to offer a stunning range accommodation options. Water villas jut out over a pristine private lagoon with hammocks built into reclaimed hardwood verandas, while larger villas strung along a horseshoe stretch of bleached-blonde sand tumbling out of the jungle are deliciously secluded. Especially enticing is Villa Waya Biru which resides under an almond tree in the jungle, boasting an elegant outdoor shower built into the surrounding rocks as well as a separate “pod” for soothing meditation or yoga sessions. Whether you opt for a beach or water villa, each is united in its focus on both sustainability and comfort, with open-air Balinese-style bathrooms and carefully handcrafted furniture and fittings. Many of the labourers who helped build this conservation-friendly lodge are still part of the resort’s welcoming workforce today.
