Plongée à Bunaken — Indonesia

Bunaken National Marine Park features sheer walls that plunge 300m+ into the Celebes Sea, draped in pristine hard and soft corals. The park's strict protection since 1991 means turtle encounters are virtually guaranteed, and the walls host one of the highest coral diversities in the Coral Triangle.

Score
66.2
Visibilité
18–40m
Température
25–29°C
Meilleurs mois
May, September
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Bunaken
IndonesiaAsia-Pacific
66.2

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1.6228°N

124.7638°E

Bunaken National Marine Park features sheer walls that plunge 300m+ into the Celebes Sea, draped in pristine hard and soft corals. The park's strict protection since 1991 means turtle encounters are virtually guaranteed, and the walls host one of the highest coral diversities in the Coral Triangle.

North Sulawesi's Wall Diving Masterpiece

Visibility18–40 m
Temperature25–29°C
Max Depth61 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$70
Best MonthsMay, September
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML38.0CH71.0VIS87.0SV79.0TMP71.0DA79.0OP78.0TS64.0GT68.0VAL60.0CRD59.0SP57.0

Marine Life

38.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
32
Megafauna Encounters
28
Reef Fish Abundance
66
Macro Life
30
Endemic Species
40
Marine Life Diversity
38.0
Coral & Reef Health
71.0
Visibility & Conditions
87.0
Dive Site Variety
79.0
Water Temperature
71.0
Depth & Access
79.0
Operator Quality
78.0
Topside Experience
64.0
Getting There
68.0
Value & Cost
60.0
Crowding
59.0
Social Proof
57.0

Dive Types

reefwreckmucknightpelagic

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

snorkeling on house reefManado Tua volcano hikeManado city tourMinahasan cuisine tasting

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Christ Blessing Statue (Manado)
  • Woloan traditional Minahasan village

Non-Diver Score

5/10

Limited topside — plan ahead for non-diving partners.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifebasic

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber20 km — TNI-AL Hyperbaric Chamber, Manado
Nearest Hospital20 km

Quick boat to Manado mainland; hospital and chamber accessible same day

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

Two Fish Divers Bunaken

PADI

4.7
310 reviewsNITROX

Bunaken Cha Cha Nature Resort

PADI

4.6
240 reviewsNITROX

Siladen Resort & Spa

SSI

4.8
190 reviewsNITROX