North Sulawesi Coral Survey: with Lead Citizen Scientist Andrew Charlton
This year marks 30 years since Michael AW stayed at Murex Manado while photographing the coral reefs and walls around Bunaken, Michael recently returned and was astounded by the quality of the reefs.
Learn to Dive in The Bunaken Marine Park
Do you want to take the PADI Open Water Course and are trying to decide where and when to go? If you’ve been imagining underwater scenes of coral reefs, schooling fish, sea turtles and seahorses, then learning to dive in
Plan a Family Dive Holiday to a North Sulawesi Resort
Are you planning your next family diving holiday? Here's why every diving family should consider staying at a North Sulawesi Resort!
The History of Diving in Bunaken and Manado
How much do you know about diving in Bunaken and Manado? Take a look at how it all started, how it has developed, and why it's just as incredible now as it was over 30 years ago.
Diving Bunaken on a Passport to Paradise
Choosing where to go on your next scuba diving vacation is not always easy but with a Passport to Paradise in North Sulawesi, you don't need to choose! Explore all of North Sulawesi's best diving locations in one phenomenal trip:
Sustainability and Conservation at Murex Dive Resorts
At Murex Dive Resorts it is our number one priority to promote conservation and ensure that our reefs, marine life and natural landscapes are protected. As the pioneers of underwater exploration in North Sulawesi we see ourselves as guardians of
The Mantis Shrimp – A Record Breaking Critter
The Mantis Shrimp (of which there are numerous species) is a small, aggressive marine Crustacean, that can be found at all of our dive sites, including both muck and coral reef sites, around Bunaken, Bangka and Manado Bay. Mantis shrimps may
Diverse Marine Life and Diving Bunaken Marine Park
Indonesia is, by many, regarded as being the best country in the world when it comes to dive sites and the diving Bunaken Marine Park does everything to uphold Indonesia’s prestigious reputation. Bunaken is a small island in North Sulawesi and
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