Located off the northern tip of Sulawesi, Manado is regarded as the gateway to divers’ paradise – a haven of world class dive sites in the Bunaken National Marine Park, Lembeh Straits and even Manado Bay itself.
Famous for having one of the highest levels of biodiversity in the whole world, Bunaken National Marine Park in Manado has deep waters, outstanding fish variety and world-class wall diving. Comprised of the 5 islands of Bunaken, Siladen, Manado Tua, Montehage and Nain; rare macro species, tons of species of fishes, generas of corals, dugongs and even sperm whales await the casual diver.
Best time to dive:
April – November. Unlike Malaysia, Manado is not too affected by the North-East monsoon, so diving in Manado is available all year round. However, January to March do see some effects of the monsoon, with winds and rains causing rough surface conditions and 1 – 2 metre high swells.
Additional Information
Manado is Great for:
Beginners, Advanced, Photography, Wall diving, Drift Diving
Highlights:
Macro life, Reef Sharks, Eagle rays, Dugongs
Depth:
5 – >40m
Visibility:
20 – 35m
Currents:
Can be strong
Surface conditions:
Calm
Water temperature:
27 – 30°C
Number of dive sites:
>30
Experience level:
Beginner – Advanced
Recommended Length of stay:
5-7days
Tasik Ria House Reef
Mike’s Point
Paser Panjang
Sachiko Point
Bunaken Timur
Pangalisan
Tanjung Paser
Muka Kampung
Lekuan I
Lekuan II
Lekuan III
Celah Celah
Alung Banua
Fukul
Ron’s Point
Mandolin
Raymond’s Point
Jalan Masuk
Barracuda Point
Gorango
Bango
Tangkasi
Beni’s Point
Pangulingan
Muka Gereja
Negeri
Siladen Point
Molas Shipwreck
Black Rock
Meras Rock
Tanjung Pisok
Batu Meja
Gabet
Requirements:
Valid passport and Visa (if applicable)
Cash in local currency (Indonesian Rupiah; IDR)
Personal Medication
Travel Insurance (recommended)
Able to snorkel/swim in the sea
Minimum of PADI Open Water Diver Certification or equivalent (for leisure diver)
Getting there:
By Air and Land
Catch a plane from Singapore to Manado (approximately 4 hours).
Coach/minibus transfer from Manado airport to resort (approximately 2 hours).
Includes:
2 way land transfer between Manado Airport and Tasik Ria Resort
Full board accommodation at Tasik Ria Resort
Up to 9 guided boat dives at Bunaken Marine Park
Air tanks and weights provided
Excludes:
Air fare between Singapore and Manado
Bunakan National Marine Park fees
Miscellaneous:
Currency accepted:
USD, IDR
Credit cards accepted:
Visa and Mastercard
Electricity Supply:
220-240V 50Hz, 2 pin round plug
Time difference:
None
Immigration:
Countries with a 30-day visa-free entry
Countries which require a 25USD 30-day visa on arrival
All other countries are required to apply for a visa at an Indonesian Embassy prior departing for Indonesia
Add-ons:
1N extension from SGD 180 onwards.
1 guided night boat dive at SGD 55.
Cocotinos Manado Resort
Rooms:
Standard package is based on twin-sharing accommodations.
All rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with ensuite bathrooms with hairdryer, toiletries, and separate shower and wc, overhead fan, safe-deposit box, complimentary bottled water and a private verandah.
Meals:
Breakfast and dinner are served buffet-style, while lunch has its own three choice set menu. The food is a mix of local and international cuisine.
Amenities:
Laleina spa
Deho Restaurant and Bar
Odyssea Divers Dive Centre (Euro Divers International)
Tokos (resort’s mini-mart)
Swimming pool
Wifi access (Deho Restaurant and Bar)
Cable television (Deho Restaurant and Bar)
Library of books and magazines
Digital room
Tasik Ria Resort and Spa, Manado
Rooms:
Standard package is based on twin-sharing accommodations.
All rooms are air-conditioned and come equipped with ensuite bathrooms, mini bar, safe-deposit boxes, cable television, IDD telephone and coffee/tea making facilities.
Meals:
All meals are served in either buffet-style or a la carte. Barbeques are also held weekly.
Amenities:
Matana Spa
Bunaken Restaurant
Swimming pool
Pool Bar
Sunset Jetty Bar
Montehage Room (conference room; 150 pax)
Lembeh Room (conference room; 12 pax)
Camera Room
Diving:
Dive sites at the Bunaken National Marine Park are approximately 40 minutes away, which you will be brought tio via speedboats.
There will be 3 dives each on the second and third day.
Dive sites are approximately 30 minutes away, which you will be brought to via high quality, comfortable diving boats – Red Sea style.
There is a house reef just minutes away from Tasik Ria Resort and Spa.
