“Passport to Paradise”, the very best of North Sulawesi: reef walls, coral gardens and muck snorkeling
Trip Overview
Embark on a thrilling snorkeling adventure as we explore some of the most biodiverse waters in the Coral Triangle. Our journey will be centered around three incredible resorts—Murex Manado, Murex Bangka and Lembeh Resort—each offering unique access to pristine underwater ecosystems.
From the reefs and turtles of Bunaken Marine Park and the coral gardens of Bangka Island to the critter-filled muck snorkeling sites of the Lembeh Strait, this trip promises an array of unforgettable snorkeling experiences.
Trip Highlights
- The trip includes 22 boat snorkeling tours on remote coral reefs and muck sites on our dedicated boat, including a night snorkeling adventure. Most of visited locations will be pristine coral plateaux and drop-offs where reef life thrives.
- Although not very distant, Manado, Bangka, and the Lembeh Strait have different underwater features, allowing for observing different marine environments and species. During these 14 days, expect to snorkel above hundreds of species of coral, fish and invertebrates in crystal clear waters.
- Each of the regions we will explore has its own features; Bunaken Marine Park's dramatic walls are home to huge populations of green and hawksbill sea turtles. Bangka Island features some of the most spectacular coral gardens in Sulawesi, while the Lembeh Strait is known for its shallow muck sites inhabited by critters such as seahorses, frogfish, octopus, and scorpionfish.
- The three resorts, Murex Manado, Murex Bangka and Lembeh Resort offer a choice between Premium and Standard accommodation. We will stay 4 nights in each resort, giving us plenty of time to explore the surrounding reefs and bays. We will also snorkeling remote least visited locations during our transfers between the different resorts.
