Translated from Indonesian as ‘Blue River’, this narrow river is characterized by its other-worldly blue waters that make it an unmissable stop during your charter vacation in Raja Ampat.
Located on Waigeo Island, Kali Biru is just one of the Indonesian archipelago’s natural phenomena: thanks to the way the water absorbs the sunlight, the river’s waters glow a vibrant blue. Given this unique characteristic, ancient folklore on the island has considered the river a traditional bathing spot, offering an extra layer of historical charm.
Kali Biru is fairly secluded so is typically reached by car rentals from Waisai City which will take you to the Warsambin Village where the river is just a short, easy hike away. If you’re not up for the hour-long drive and hike, then it can also be easily reached via your motor yacht’s tender.
Visitors to the river can enjoy a quiet day of snorkeling, paddle boarding, or kayaking owing to its secluded location. Also adding to this sense of tranquil privacy is that the river only opened to the public for swimming in 2016, so it is still relatively unknown. Being such a quiet spot to try out the equipment in your luxury charter’s garage, Kali Biru is the perfect place to soak in the lush vegetation and incredible marine life that has made the Raja Ampat so famous. Additionally, its waters are only 5m deep, so it is perfect for those in your charter party who are less confident swimmers.
If you would like to dive into these surreal blue waters, then speak to your preferred yacht charter broker to incorporate a visit into your Indonesia charter itinerary.
