Underwater photography: Awareness and Responsibility
Posted on November 9th, 2024 by News DroidOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA The Rise of the Underwater Camera: From Rare to Everywhere Twenty years ago, underwater photography was a rare and expensive hobby. Back then, only a few divers had the privilege of capturing the ocean’s beauty, using analog cameras with limited shots. Every photo was precious, and the opportunity to take a picture
7 mistakes to avoid during your first dive course
Posted on November 9th, 2024 by News DroidOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA Congratulations! You’ve made the exciting decision to begin your underwater journey. Whether you’ve chosen scuba diving, freediving, or are still exploring your options, your first dive course is a huge step toward a lifetime of incredible underwater experiences. But as with any new adventure, there are a few common mistakes beginners can
Snorkeling vs Diving: which underwater experience is right for you?
Posted on November 9th, 2024 by News DroidOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA You’ve seen the pictures—crystal-clear waters, colorful coral reefs, and all those vibrant fish. But now you’re wondering: should you try snorkeling, go all in with scuba diving, or maybe even test your breath-hold with freediving? It’s a lot to consider, but don’t worry—Siladen Resort & Spa is here to help you figure
Snorkeling: Top Tips for Beginners for an Unforgettable Experience
Posted on November 9th, 2024 by News DroidOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA If you’ve already dipped your fins into snorkeling and are looking to take your skills to the next level, you’re in the right place! Here at Siladen Resort & Spa, we love helping both beginner and advanced snorkelers make the most of their underwater adventures. In this guide, we’ll share top tips
From theory to practice: how to choose the perfect dive course for you
Posted on November 9th, 2024 by News DroidOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA Diving is all about exploring new depths—both in the ocean and in your skills. Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve already logged countless dives, there’s always something new to learn. But how do you know which course is the right one for you? Choosing the perfect dive course can feel like
What is Nitrox?
Posted on October 29th, 2024 by News DroidHave you heard about Nitrox or enriched air? Did you know Nitrox is the most popular PADI specialty course? There are many myths about Nitrox, so in this blog article we’ll take a closer look and separate fact from fiction. We regularly teach a Nitrox scuba diving course at both Murex Manado and Murex Bangka and it only
Awareness in the Water: How Divers, Snorkelers, and Freedivers Can Protect the Ocean
Posted on October 17th, 2024 by News DroidOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA The ocean is a delicate, vibrant world that we’re lucky enough to explore as divers, snorkelers, and freedivers. But with this privilege comes the responsibility to protect the marine ecosystems that host us. Whether you’re a seasoned diver or new to the water, it’s important to be aware of how your actions
5 Reasons to fall in love with night diving
Posted on October 15th, 2024 by News DroidImagine diving beneath the surface as the last traces of sunlight disappear from the horizon. It’s a whole new world at night—one that’s full of surprises, where the day-time dive sites transform into an extraordinary nocturnal realm. Whether you’ve never tried it before or are already hooked, night diving has a way of captivating even
PADI Open Water Diver Course North Sulawesi
Posted on October 4th, 2024 by News DroidAnyone who has learned to scuba dive will tell you: It is an incredible, life-changing experience. But how do you get started? What is the right course to take, and where should you learn? As a newcomer to the world of diving, it can be hard to know where to begin. In this article,
Recommendations for Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Posted on September 18th, 2024 by News DroidWhen diving or snorkeling on coral reefs, we all have a responsibility to tread lightly and minimize our impact on nature. And one of the most negative consequences of our interactions comes from sunscreen. These products have chemicals in them that can be harmful to sea creatures and disrupt the delicate balance of coral reefs.
The Most Recommended Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Posted on September 13th, 2024 by News DroidRecommendations for Reef-safe Sunscreen When diving or snorkeling on coral reefs, we all have a responsibility to tread lightly and minimize our impact on nature. And one of the most negative consequences of our interactions comes from sunscreen. These products have chemicals in them that can be harmful to sea creatures and disrupt the
Murex Manado Resort House Reef Diving, North Sulawesi
Posted on July 17th, 2024 by News DroidThe Murex Manado Resort House Reef is incredibly diverse, extremely productive, and literally just steps from the heart of the resort. When staying at Murex Manado, scuba divers, freedivers, and snorkelers have the luxury of choosing between boat diving trips or relaxing, taking it easy, and exploring underwater at their own pace. Whether your preference
Murex Bangka Resort House Reef Diving 101
Posted on June 26th, 2024 by News DroidFor many divers, snorkelers and freedivers, staying at a resort that has a good house reef is a major bonus. What could be better than taking your diving at a pace that suits you and by simply stepping out into calm, clear, and warm tropical water? At Murex Bangka in North Sulawesi, we not only
How to Get the Best out of a Family Diving Holiday
Posted on June 17th, 2024 by News DroidAre you planning your next (or first) family dive trip? It can be challenging to find a location, operator, and activities that appeal to all ages – and all family members. To assist you in your family dive holiday planning, in this Blog, we look at some simple steps and checkpoints to ensure that you,
Useful Indonesian Phrases for Travelers
Posted on June 17th, 2024 by News DroidIf you are planning overseas travel, it’s always useful to know a few key words and phrases in the local language before you leave home. In most countries, the locals appreciate it when visitors try to use local greetings and they are often more than happy to help supply some extra words to use too.
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Black waters: unforgettable night diving experiences
Posted on May 15th, 2024 by News Droid[Credit Ph. by Leandro Pager] Exploring the depths through night diving Blackwater night diving is a thrilling and rewarding experience that takes divers on a fascinating and surreal journey into the underwater world. This form of diving, offered with mastery and complete training by our Siladen Resort & Spa, leads participants to explore the ocean
Discover the world of freediving in our Resort: an underwater adventure in Siladen
Posted on May 15th, 2024 by News DroidThe concept of freediving is very easy to understand. If you hold your breath and dive underwater, you are free-diving. The experienced ones can spend several minutes underwater without coming up for air and may dive quite deep. Maybe you’ve always wondered… How can they hold their breath for so long and dive so deep?
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Explore the wonders of snorkeling in Bunaken Marine Park
Posted on May 6th, 2024 by News DroidSnorkelling is an amazing experience that allows you to explore the beautiful underwater world without the need for complex diving equipment. In the heart of Bunaken Marine Park, located at the coral triangle and renowned for its rich marine life with more than 390 species of coral living within the park’s boundaries, we offer a
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Manado City Tour — Explore the Capital of North Sulawesi
Posted on April 10th, 2024 by News DroidOur tour through Manado City takes you past all kinds of intriguing sites in North Sulawesi’s capital.Manado is home to around 450,000 people, and is one of Sulawesi’s bigger cities, second in size to the capital Makassar in the south of the large island. Preparing for the Manado City Tour The tour is a great
Fascinating Sea Turtle Facts: Hawksbill & Green Sea Turtles
Posted on March 20th, 2024 by News DroidThere is no doubt that there is something mysterious, enchanting, and humbling about diving with sea turtles. These ancient creatures, which have life spans to match our own, are one of the longest-living of all sea creatures. There are 7 known species of sea turtle in the world and 5 of these species can
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Anemone Fish and Anemones – Mutualism at its Best
Posted on March 7th, 2024 by News DroidThanks to Disney Pixarâs 2003 blockbuster âFinding Nemoâ, anemonefish are among the most popular fish in the world, however these beautiful fish and their symbiotic relationships with their host anemones have been a favourite among divers and snorkellers since we first started exploring the underwater world. Bunaken Marine Park is home to numerous species of
Queen of the Slugs – The Spanish Dancer
Posted on March 7th, 2024 by News DroidLife in the Underwater Realm: A Mirror of the Surface Life in the underwater realm is in many ways similar to life above the ocean. There is the food chain that begins with creatures getting their energy from the sun, and then those that eat them to get their energy, and then even bigger animals
Colourful Critters – The Ribbon Eel
Posted on March 7th, 2024 by News DroidFor the most part whilst muck diving, you need a keen eye to spot all the fascinating and bizarre critters that choose to dwell amongst the mud and rubble. Creatures like seahorses anchor themselves against rubble, robust ghost pipefish hide in the open, relying on their superb mimicry of free floating blades of sea grass.
April in Siladen – A Video by Dr. Giorgio Galassi
Posted on March 1st, 2024 by News DroidDr. Giorgio Galassi shared a video from his second trip to Siladen last April… The video features some of the marine life from the diving in Bunaken Marine National Park, which includes turtles, ornate ghost pipefish, reef sharks, vibrant corals, to the ground of Siladen Resort & Spa. We hope you enjoy the video, and
Frogfish: Masters of Disguise
Posted on February 29th, 2024 by News DroidExploring the World of Frogfish Frogfish: Fascinating and Elusive Underwater Predators Everyone has a favorite marine critter that they like to see underwater. For many of our guests, the various species of frogfish are at the top of the ‘to see’ check list. Frogfish (Family Antennariidae) are a type of anglerfish, which are so named