Ultimate Guide to Nudibranch of North Sulawesi – Part I
Here in North Sulawesi we are extremely fortunate to have a wide range of nudibranch species that we see throughout the year. If nudibranch are known as the “Jewels of the Sea”, then North Sulawesi must be a treasure trove! We
Shootout Success and Dr. Sylvia Earle at Murex Manado
We are extremely proud to report the absolute success of the Celebrate the Sea Festival held here in Manado last week. The success came on many levels – not only for Murex Dive Resorts but also for our guests that
Learn to Dive in Bunaken Marine Park, North Sulawesi
Have you always dreamed of exploring vibrant coral reefs and swimming through clouds of colorful fish? When you learn to dive in Sulawesi, that’s exactly what you’ll experience. You’ll be immersed in an underwater world which is teeming with life
30 Years On: Still Exploring and Stronger than Ever
It’s hard to believe that in March it will be 30 years since we first welcomed guests to our beautiful Murex Manado Dive Resort here in North Sulawesi. Looking back, it’s incredible how much has changed and yet how our
PADI Advanced Courses in North Sulawesi
Are you planning to take your next PADI advanced level certification? Trying to decide where to dive and which PADI advanced course to take? One of the highlights of diving in North Sulawesi is that the diverse range of dive
Murex Founder Inducted to Scuba Diver’s Hall of Fame (ISDHF)
We are absolutely delighted that Dr Hanny Batuna, founder of Murex Dive Resorts, has been announced as one of next year’s inductees to the International Scuba Divers Hall of Fame (ISDHF). The ISDHF is the most prestigious event in Scuba
Night Diving Manado Bay
Night Diving at Murex Manado Manado Bay’s reputation for incredible critter life and muck diving continues to grow stronger year after year. No longer is Manado a place to stay if you want to dive Bunaken; it’s a place to stay
9 Facts About Hard Corals
Bunaken Marine Park is known for it’s incredible hard corals and is home to over 390 different coral species. The stunning coral reefs and walls support an incredible diversity of marine life which depends on the corals for food and
Family Holidays at Murex Manado
Family holidays at Murex Manado combine the perfect mix of adventure, fun, discovery and relaxation. We offer a range of family activities to enjoy together as well as a safe and family friendly environment where kids can feel at home
8 Essential Scuba Diving Techniques
It’s easy with time to forget some of the basic diving techniques that we learned in our scuba training courses. To refresh your memory here are 8 diving tips that will help you to dive like a Pro, whatever your