Raja Ampat SEACAM Center

Led by SEACAM Ambassador, Don Silcock

Workshop: July 18-24, 2027

Advanced Workshop: August 8-14, 2027

Workshop Interest

SEACAM is partnering with Sorido Bay Resort to bring customers to new shores by establishing the world's first SEACAM center. Stay at our PADI 5-Star Sorido Bay Resort and dive the richest reefs in the world—a true underwater photographer’s paradise.

Gain access to the latest SEACAM equipment and attend annual workshops led by SEACAM pros. The dedicated workshop curriculum has had direct input from world-renowned SEACAM Ambassadors to make the most out of your equipment. Topics cover macro and wide-angle photography, as well as digital darkroom techniques that transform your “good” images into “great” ones.

For a more personalized experience, SEACAM Ambassadors will be available on-site for a few select weeks throughout the year at Papua Diving Resorts. During this time, take advantage of our short specialty courses tailored to your needs and equipment.

Combining the perfect balance between state-of-the-art camera equipment and the best underwater scenery, the Raja Ampat SEACAM Center provides an opportunity to explore the world’s richest reefs with state-of-the-art accommodation and camera equipment.

Our Offerings

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Underwater photographer near colorful coral and fish

Week-Long Workshops

A 7-day structured curriculum, which includes a dedicated dive boat, photo-trained dive guides and curated dive sites that make the most of the day’s focus topic.

Diver with SEACAM camera photographing coral reef in clear blue water of Raja Ampat

Short Specialty Courses

1 or 2-day courses designed for guests who want to deepen their knowledge & skills in a specific area, without committing to a full week-long workshop.

Test Drive SEACAM Equipment

SEACAM users are welcome to try and rent SEACAM accessories to add to their setup.

Frequently Asked Questions about Local Dive Guides in Raja Ampat

Camera Rentals

Action cameras, point & shoots, and DSLRs available for guests wanting to try underwater photography or try new equipment.

sentani beach view at Kri Eco Resort, Papua Diving Resorts

SEACAM Center

Located at Sorido Bay Resort

Located at Sorido Bay Resort, the Raja Ampat SEACAM Center (RASC) is accessible to guests staying at Papua Diving Resorts to gain insight on the latest SEACAM equipment and accessories. Guests with underwater photography experience can get the chance to try them out for a dive, on a limited basis.

GoPro 12 and OM System TG7 cameras are also available in the camera room. Additionally, our dive guides and staff are available to assist and advise you on all things underwater photography for the duration of your stay.

Discover untouched coral reefs and life as you’ve never seen it before, and bring back unforgettable images from breathtaking ecosystems.

Test Drive the Latest Equipment

Latest SEACAM Accessories On Site

The Raja Ampat SEACAM Center is equipped with SEACAM's latest equipment and accessories, including housings, domes, flat ports, and strobes on site.

Whether you're a long-time user, or a beginner, try out and test drive the latest accessories to see if it's the right fit for you. We can offer you onsite advice and guidance for your underwater photography needs, to make sure you get the most out of your SEACAM equipment.

Full sets of SEACAM equipment for the Canon 7D MarkII and Nikon Z8 are available for rent.

Check out our inventory here

underwater camera for diver - Papua Diving Resorts SEACAM Center

Trained Guides

Trained Photo Guides

Your guide is probably the single most important element of your underwater photography. They are crucial to understanding the currents and topography of the dive site, as well as finding the subjects for your images.

The guides at Sorido Bay Resort have undergone underwater photography training and understand the core concepts of photo exposure, composition, and equipment care. They understand your needs as an underwater photographer, and will help achieve what you're looking for, whether it be macro or wide-angle.

Raja Ampat boasts of the richest reefs in the world, with renowned dive site Cape Kri holding the world record for most fish species seen on a single dive. The 374-species count was recorded by Dr. Gerry Allen in 2012. Explore the diverse habitats Raja Ampat has to offer, from grand formations of coral bommies to endless gardens of soft and hard coral. This underwater paradise offers the perfect backdrop for your next great image.