Crustacean Facts and Favorites in North Sulawesi
Divers and especially macro photographers are often amazed by the abundance and diverse range of crustaceans which can be found in North Sulawesi. At some of our muck diving sites the number of shrimps, crabs and other crustacean species can
Common Critters of Manado Bay
For divers who are looking to explore new muck diving sites with few other divers (if any) in the water and the chance to really hunt for critters, Manado Bay is rapidly gaining recognition as critter hotspot which is rich
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
August 17th – Indonesian Independence Day
Independence day is one of the biggest annual festivities in Indonesia – as a non-religious celebration and a national holiday the entire archipelago comes together to celebrate this historic day. The people of Indonesia are extremely proud of their Independence and
Bunaken’s Coral Reefs Are Officially Thriving
Coral Triangle Resurvey Bunaken Marine Park from Murex Manado Over the last month at Murex Manado we have been involved in some exciting projects in the Bunaken Marine Park – including a re-survey of the health and density of corals in
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
Why Get Nitrox Certified?
Why Get Nitrox Certified? Have you heard about diving with “Nitrox”? Do you know what Nitrox is or why it’s PADI’s most popular Specialty course? There are many myths about Nitrox so here we take a look at what it is
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
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