Discover the Venomous Sea Creatures Found in Bunaken, Manado, and Bangka
North Sulawesi is renowned for its impressive diversity of fascinating marine life. Most species are not dangerous and incredibly docile, but there are a number of species equipped with impressive defence mechanisms, like venom. In this Blog we take a
Buddy Diving
We all learn about the Buddy Diving system when we start diving but it is easy with increased experience and confidence to forget the essential basics. The Buddy Diving system is not just for beginners, it is important for the
Murex Bangka’s Coral Farm – Become an Ocean Gardener
At Murex Bangka we are passionate about protecting and conserving the natural resources that this beautiful island has to offer. In 2018, as part of our environmental commitment, and in partnership with Ocean Gardener, we have constructed a coral nursery.
Bonfire and Blackwater Diving in North Sulawesi
Dive into the Deep, discover, and be amazed! Have you heard of blackwater diving or bonfire diving? Do you know what they are? These are exciting dives that reveal some incredible critters in their larvae stages – many of which are
Ultimate Guide to Squid and Cuttlefish of North Sulawesi
Have you been following our series of “Ultimate Guide” Blogs? In this Ultimate Guide to Squid and Cuttlefish of North Sulawesi we take a look at the phenomenal variety of squid and cuttlefish species that we have here in North
10 Things You Never Knew About Spanish Dancers
The Spanish Dancer is one of the most famous nudibranchs on the planet, it’s the one that people talk about the most and it’s the one everyone wants to see. How much do you know about Spanish Dancers? Intriguing Facts About
The ultimate guide to Ghost Pipefish
What are we talking about? Pipefish! Did you know that in North Sulawesi we are a “hot spot” for Pipefishes? We have 8 different species of Ghost Pipefish as well as Banded and Stick Pipefish. But is Ghost Pipefish really Pipefish?
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. While we have 5 out of the 7 species of sea turtles
How to Care for your Scuba Diving Mask and Prevent Mask Fogging
Have you bought a new mask? Do you know how to care for it and how to prevent mask fogging? Your scuba diving mask may not be the most technical piece of gear that you own but it is absolutely
Things You Never Knew: 8 Facts about Anemonefish
Anemonefish are so often over looked by divers but they are one of the most colorful and characterful fish in the ocean. Anemonefish have incredible symbiotic relationships with their hosts and they have some of the most intriguing behavioural patterns.