Murex Community Safe Water Initiative in North Sulawesi
During this challenging time, at Murex Dive Resorts we are looking for ways to help both our local staff and our local communities. Our main priority is to ensure that our local villages have access to clean and safe drinking
Marine Protection for Murex Bangka House Reef
One of the highlights of diving at any of our resorts in North Sulawesi (Manado, Bangka and Lembeh) is that they all offer stunning House Reefs. Whichever destination you choose to stay (or all three with our Passport to Paradise),
Bangka Lihunu Village Tour and Jungle Trek
Do you like to meet the local people and explore when you are travelling? Are you interested in traditional culture and way of life? As a remote tropical island, the local villagers on Bangka Island live in much the same
An Underwater Photography Guide to Diving Bangka Island
From the moment you see the white sand beach and crystal clear water as you approach Bangka Island, any underwater photographer will feel their heart skip a beat. This is a truly tropical paradise and while it might seem impossible,
Anemone Eco-Systems: Hives of Activity in North Sulawesi
Anemones are not only beautiful to look at; they also offer protection from predators to numerous marine species. While sea anemones may look delicate, they actually take on the role of a fortress for many anemonefish species and crustaceans. To
Symbiosis: Marine Matchmaking in North Sulawesi
Symbiosis is a system that has been in place on Earth among various species for millennia and nowhere is it more apparent than in the ocean and on coral reefs. Here are some of our favorite symbiotic match-made marine species
Blackwater and Bonfire Diving in North Sulawesi
Dive into the Deep, Discover and be Amazed! Have you heard of blackwater or bonfire diving? Do you know what they are? These are exciting dives which reveal some incredible critters in their larvae stages – many of which are not
Night Diving and Nocturnal Critters in North Sulawesi
North Sulawesi is famous for it’s incredible marine biodiversity – and this diversity doesn’t just include the 1000’s of marine species which can be found here. North Sulawesi is home to three very distinct diving destinations. Highlights of these regions
10 Things You Never Knew About Hawksbill Turtles
Here in North Sulawesi we are exceptionally fortunate to have two species of sea turtle that we see regularly – the green sea turtle and the hawksbill turtle. In North Sulawesi, while we have 5 out of the 7 species
Exploring the Minahasan Highlands of North Sulawesi
The Minahasan Highlands not only offer phenomenal natural beauty and an insight into the culture and people of North Sulawesi, they are also steeped in history from numerous eras. Our full day (9 hours) tour of the Minahasan Highlands incorporates the