Another Martini? Avoid Nitrogen Narcosis while Scuba Diving
Have you heard of nitrogen narcosis? Do you know what it is? What are the symptoms? What are the effects? What are contributing factors? How do you avoid it and how do you handle it? What is Nitrogen Narcosis? Also known as
Things You Never Knew: 8 Facts About Moray Eels
Here in North Sulawesi we have numerous species of moray eels, and whilst each one has some unique characteristics there are many common characteristics that apply to all of them. How many of these facts did you know? 1. Understanding Moray
Christmas Comparisons: Family, Food and Festivities in North Sulawesi
Christmas is by far one of the largest Christian celebrations of the year which is celebrated throughout the world. Although the origins of Christmas and the story of the birth of Jesus is the same the world over, the ways
PADI Advanced Open Water Courses in Bunaken and Manado
Are you an Open Water Diver or above and thinking about taking your next PADI Course? Did you know that at Murex Manado we offer the full range of PADI Advanced Dive Courses up to Divemaster and Assistant Instructor level? Taking
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
Visit Tangkoko Nature Reserve in North Sulawesi
Tangkoko Nature Reserve: Endemic Species and Phenomenal Nature The Tangkoko National Park in North Sulawesi is located at the foot of the Dua Saudara Mountain and is a mix of stunning rolling hills and forest laden valleys. Our day trip to
10 Reasons to Visit North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Are you trying to decide where to go on your next holiday? Are you considering a trip to Indonesia? With over 17,000 islands in the Indonesian Archipelago it can be difficult deciding where to go and what to do. North Sulawesi
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