Bunaken Marine Park⚠ data unverified
Indonesia · Asia · Sulawesi Sea
4.5
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★★★★★
Wall-and-reef diving with visibility up to 30 m, 4 standout species — a strong choice for experienced divers.
🏆 Top 10 overall
Level Intermediate
Marine life
4.5
Visibility
5.0
Accessibility
3.7
Facilities
4.0
Pros
- Excellent visibility up to 30 m
- 4 standout marine species
- Best conditions in Apr–Nov
Cons
- Moderate currents can pick up
- Very deep dives to 50 m
Best for
Not for
Plan your trip
$$🛏️
Suggested stay
2–3 days
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Cost level
Relative cost $$ · ≈ $64/day
Developed dive town, but options are limited and prices average.
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Where to stay
Day-boat diving based at a dedicated dive resort or dive centre. A manageable dive base with a handful of operators.
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Real daily cost in Indonesia
Around $64/day per person · food $23 · hotel $58
Good to know
- Moderate current that makes for an easy, relaxed drift.
- Conditions can be demanding; dive with an operator who knows the site.
- An Advanced Open Water certification is recommended.
- Prime season is Apr–Nov.
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Depth
5–50 m (16–164 ft)
Visibility
30 m (98 ft)
Water temp
26–30°C (79–86°F)
Current
Moderate
Best season
Apr–Nov
Certification
Open Water
Dive shops
8
Why go
Bunaken Marine Park sits in the Sulawesi Sea off Indonesia, a wall and reef system where dives drop from shallow tops into deeper water. Dives run to 50 m with around 30 m visibility, moderate currents and sea temperatures of 26–30°C. Marine highlights include turtles, eagle rays, barracuda and coral walls. Best season is Apr–Nov, typically reached by boat. A good choice for divers with some experience. Open Water certification is sufficient for most sites here. With dives to 50 m, comfort at depth is recommended.
Site type
Wall
Access
Boat
The moderate currents kept things interesting from start to finish.
Solid choice for intermediate divers. With a range down to 50 m there's room to work without pushing boundaries.
Great diving, great vibe. A place worth coming back to.