Wasps and other insects are common in Raja Ampat

Insect Bites & Stings

You'll most likely come across sandflies, mosquitoes and spiders. Latter don't usually bite, the other two are best fought off by using insect repellent - especially in the late afternoon and evening.

There are a lot of insects in Raja Ampat. Most are not really dangerous, but can give irritating bites and stings.