Wayag Island stands at the far northwestern edge of Raja Ampat and represents the furthest point that most charter yachts reach in the archipelago. The classic yacht arrives at Wayag after a proper overnight passage from the Waisai or Pianemo area, and the combination of the outer anchorage approach, the tender-based lagoon navigation and the morning viewpoint climb gives a Wayag day a completeness that a motor transfer cannot replicate. Classic yachts in Raja Ampat, whether Phinisi schooners or aluminium expedition ketches, are well suited to the Wayag passage. The overnight leg from Waisai runs approximately 60 nautical miles on a combination of motor and sail, arriving at the outer Wayag anchorage in the early morning when the light on the karst towers is most dramatic. The outer bays provide good holding in the sand channels between reef heads, and the snorkelling on the surrounding reef is among the most undisturbed in the northern Raja Ampat area. Weekly rates for classic yachts in the Wayag area run from approximately 12,000 to 45,000 euros, with a provisioning allowance of around 30 percent. The Raja Ampat Marine Conservation Area entry fee settled at Waisai covers Wayag. October to April provides the best snorkelling visibility in the outer bays. May to October brings the southeast monsoon sailing conditions and the lowest charter rates of the year.
