Goodbye boring fishHELLO ALIEN LIFEFORM
Let's go muck diving in the Lembeh Strait from our comfortable resort — far from any mass tourism.
Your adventure starts here
Discover world-class muck diving
Known as the “Muck Diving Captial of the World”, here you get to do some of the best muck- and macro diving worldwide. And it’s even better with a guide-to-diver ratio of 1:2.
Your new home away from home
You’ll dive from the comfort of our resort, where you unwind in comfortable accommodations with stunning ocean views and personalized service.
For you? All the good things in life!
Get a taste of delicious Indonesian food (with a western twist), spa treatments, and fun island excursions for an unforgettable stay in the Land of Smiling People.
…where guests leave as friends!
“Excellent dive trip. So well looked after. Couldn’t fault anything. Great view from the rooms over the sea. The best massage lady ever. Never had such good massages.”
Jo, Australia
“You go there for diving but the rooms, food and familiar atmosphere make sure that you come as guest and leave as friend, just like their slogan says.”
Michiel, Netherlands
“Second time visit. Always the BEST. We found quite a lot of Leaf Sheeps and Bottletail squid that we have been dreaming of for years.”
Yun, Singapore
This could be you…
You wake up to tropical bird song, surrounded by the lush green of our resort in the Lembeh Strait.
You just had breakfast. It’s time to dive in order to find some of Lembeh’s weird & wonderful sea creatures. After an exhilarating day of diving, unwind in your cosy bungalow, where the panoramic ocean view creates a serene backdrop. As evening falls, you savor a delicious meal under the stars, feeling the warm tropical breeze. Every moment is a journey into paradise.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get there?
Manado International Airport (MDC) is currently serviced by Singapore Airlines and sister company Scoot four times a week.
Do you provide a shuttle service?
Our shuttle service takes you from the airport to the resort in just over 1 hour.
What kind of underwater life can I find?
You can expect to find an enormous variety (and not yet fully identified) nudibranchs, including the tiny “Shaun the Sheep” and “Pikachu”, so named for their resemblance to these characters.
Crustaceans often outnumber fish in the Lembeh Strait. You can find the Emperor shrimp usually riding on a sea cucumber, or the Mantis Shrimp guarding its den. Carrying crabs and decorated crabs are often found on the coral formations.
As for cephalopods, you can encounter the mimic octopus, bottletail squid, the flamboyant cuttlefish and the blue-ringed octopus, for example.
This is just a small selection of a dizzying array of wildlife.
What languages do the guides speak?
Our local guides speak English and Indonesian.
What is the water temperature?
How far away are the dive sites?
Because our resort is located in the middle of the Lembeh Strait, the furthest sites are around 15 minutes away, and the closest site is literally 20 seconds from the resort.
I'm vegetarian/vegan, do you cater to me?
Absolutely. We can cater to all dietary restrictions and allergies.
What facilities are there for photographers?
We have an air-conditioned camera room with plenty of charge points and space for your equipment. Our guides are also used to working with photographers.
What are your dive boats like?
Our comfortable dive boats have sun roofs, tank racks and overhead storage. Safety equipment includes a medical kit, oxygen, life jackets and fire extinguishers.
Can I also dive at Bunaken Marine Park?
Of course! Just contact us below for a quote.
What is your diver:guide ratio?
For casual divers 4:1, and for photographers 2:1.
Do you offer nitrox?
Yes, we have a professional nitrox installation with a membrane that extracts the nitrogen and increases the oxygen content.