MANADOTUA
In Bunaken, a world of underwater adventures awaits. Choose Fun Diving to explore vibrant coral cliffs and dive alongside majestic turtles. Opt for snorkeling to skim the surface of the “gless sea”, glimpsing the giant sea fans beneath. And if you don’t have a diving certificate, fret not! Our Discover Scuba option ensures you don’t miss out on the mesmerizing underwater life Bunaken has to offer.
WATER TEMPERATURE
With water temperatures consistently at 28 - 29 degrees all year round, diving is comfortable and enjoyable.
VISIBILITY
Visibility in the waters ranges on average from 15-25 meters, frequently reaching up to 30 meters.
CONSERVATION
Bunaken Marine Park is a recognized Marine Protected Area.
TOPOGRAPHY
Bunaken is predominantly known for its impressive underwater walls, while Manado boasts sloping sandy reefs, offering a diverse diving experience.
TRAVEL TIME
A mere 45-minute journey leads you to Bunaken’s iconic dive sites, making access quick and convenient.
CONDITIONS
Diving conditions are generally easy with little to mild currents, suitable for divers of all levels.
DIVE GUIDE RATIO
We maintain small group sizes in our dive guide ratio to ensure a more personal and focused diving experience.
KNOWLEDGABLE TEAM
Our team comprises guides trained in marine biology and underwater photography, equipping them with valuable knowledge and skills.
DIVING HIGHLIGHTS OF THE BUNAKEN MARINE PARK
DIVE AND HIKE MANADO TUA
Manado Tua Island, an inactive volcano within Bunaken Marine Park, offers breathtaking diving. Protected from harmful activities, it boasts steep walls and diverse marine life. Witness giant frogfish, pufferfish, and stunning coral gardens. Spot majestic fish l ike napoleon wrasse and eagle rays . Hiking rewards with panoramic views of islands and Manado Bay, even distant Gunung Soputan. Explore the area, hike the volcano, and experience the beauty of Manado Tua. Join us for diving in Bunaken and immerse yourself in a tropical paradise!
NEGERI
“Negeri” is characterized by its large detached sections of reef, small caverns, and crevices, with an abundant variety of soft corals and marine life including angelfish, butterfly fish, parrotfish, sea snakes, and turtles.
BUALO
“Bualo (Muka Gereja)” is situated in front of a church and is famous for its steep wall, vertical canyons, caves, and caverns. It boasts a diverse collection of soft and hard corals, and it is common to see angelfish, butterfly fish, parrotfish, batfish, and banner fish, with occasional sightings of larger pelagic fish.
TANJUNG KOPI
“Tanjung Kopi” is a rocky wall with limited coral coverage but offers a moderate number of sweetlips, emperor, parrotfish, surgeonfish, rabbit fish, and snapper. It occasionally surprises divers with sightings of grey sharks, white tip reef sharks, black fin barracuda, and large pelagic fish.
PANGULINGAN
“Pangulingan” is unique due to its two slopes with a rounded wall in between. The shallow areas of this site are adorned with giant boulder coral formations, large table corals, and various species of hard and soft corals, providing shelter for numerous schooling fish. Divers can encounter surgeonfish, parrotfish, jacks, rabbit fishes, sea snakes, and an incredible variety of anemonefish, damselfish, angelfish, and butterfly fish. However, this site is less frequently dived due to its strong currents, which can often be downward or upward.
READY FOR THE DIVING TRIP OF A LIFE TIME?
Just let us know the number of nights you plan to stay at each location, and we’ll handle all the logistics for you. Your holiday begins here!”