Discovering the Enchanting Cephalopods of Bunaken Marine Park
Posted on February 29th, 2024 by News DroidThe Diverse Marine Life of Bunaken Marine Park Bunaken Marine Park has an incredible variety of marine life. On our wall dives we can find the hugest tuna, right down to the tiniest sea horses, while on our muck diving sites we can find some of the craziest critters that dwell under the oceans. Of
Night Diving in Bunaken National Park
Posted on February 29th, 2024 by News DroidEmbracing Night Diving: A Dive into Bunaken’s Secrets Recently we have been having some fantastic night dives in Bunaken Marine Park. Night diving is considered by many dive enthusiasts to be the best way to really see the variety of life that inhabits the reefs, and night diving Bunaken will surely not disappoint! Sunset Dive
Ride the Waves: Stand Up Paddle Boarding at Siladen Resort & Spa
Posted on February 29th, 2024 by News DroidHave you been bitten by the Stand Up Paddle boarding (SUP) bug? SUP is almost like a cross between kayaking and surfing. Over the past few years it has become a popular pastime of summer vacationers, and Siladen Resort & Spa could not miss out on the fun! We have recently purchased two boards and
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What lies beneath: the bobbit worm
Posted on February 2nd, 2024 by News DroidA few years ago, a very difficult question was put forward to marine experts; how many species of animals and plants live in the ocean? In the year 2000, a huge census of marine life was put forward, combining the expertise of thousands of marine scientists from 82 different countries. The result: an estimated 230,000
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Dive Center Building
Posted on January 19th, 2024 by News DroidWe are very happy to present you our new dive center building. The building houses individual dive/snorkel lockers for every guest and showers on the beach. The post Dive Center Building appeared first on Siladen Resort & Spa Indonesia.
Siladen Spa & Resort on TripAdvisor
Posted on January 19th, 2024 by News DroidSiladen Spa & Resort has been awarded this year TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence Hall Of Fame. This means we’ve constantly been given top ratings from our guests over the past 5 years. Thank you! The post Siladen Spa & Resort on TripAdvisor appeared first on Siladen Resort & Spa Indonesia.
Incredible Diving Video in Siladen
Posted on January 19th, 2024 by News DroidA Video By JT & Ali Krohe Thank you to JT and Ali for this wonderful video of their recent stay with us. 6 amazing days of diving in Bunaken National Marine Park, the video has many wonderful turtles and all the different fish and colourful corals. The music in this video is from Ryan
Dolphins in Bunaken Marine Park
Posted on January 19th, 2024 by News DroidThis summer there have been an exceptional number of cetaceans spotted in Bunaken National Marine Park. Our dolphin and whale watching tour has been a popular half-day trip for our guests. Starting just after breakfast we set out on our tour boat in search of these magnificent creatures, and after a short period of searching
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Whitetip Reef Shark Facts
Posted on December 21st, 2023 by News DroidThe deep waters found throughout Bunaken Marine Park are home to some of the most diverse coral reef ecosystems in the world. Although there are thousands of different species found within these waters, there are fewer large or pelagic species than in other, similar locations. We rarely find manta rays or whale sharks (although both
The Stargazer Fish: The Ugliest Fish
Posted on December 21st, 2023 by News DroidDescening upon the coral reefs and sandy slopes throughout Bunaken Marine Park at night will offer a very different experience to during the day. The countless colourful reef fish will have all but disappeared, and the ones that have remained look eerily different. Once the sun sets, the ocean becomes a very different, more dangerous
Blacktip Reef Shark
Posted on December 21st, 2023 by News DroidBunaken Marine Park is world renowned for being one of the most diverse coral reef ecosystems in the world. For an ecosystem to be diverse, there must be a food chain, and naturally, there must be something that sits at the top of the food chain. This will usually be larger species of fish such
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Underwater Camera Recommendations & Tips for Marine Enthusiasts
Posted on December 15th, 2023 by News DroidAre you a keen underwater photographer or are you interested in getting started in underwater photography? In this article, we will take a look at different camera features for shooting underwater, and underwater photography tips, and we’ll take a look at some of the latest models on the market. General Tips for All Photographers Muck
Student Family Summer Specials 2024
Posted on December 8th, 2023 by News DroidAt Murex Dive Resorts we understand that diving families know that few activities are more memorable than family dive trips. Imagine discovering pristine reefs together. Dream about exploring an unknown destination? It’s all possible. Kids grow quickly, too quickly, and as children finish high school or enter university, opportunities for your family to travel together
Photo Workshop with Pietro Cremone
Posted on December 1st, 2023 by News DroidWant to learn or better your video skills? Want to learn or better your photo skills? Join our dedicated underwater videography workshop at SILADEN RESORT & SPA from 30th May – 11th June, 2024, featuring Prieto Cremone. The weeklong event is open to all levels of photographers and divers and is designed for participants to
Astro Week Photography Techniques
Posted on November 29th, 2023 by News DroidWould you like to learn more about night sky photography? If you visit us between 15th of July to August 12th 2024 you will have a chance to learn more about night sky photography with our dear guest Jürgen Lorösch. Jürgen plans some presentations during his next stay in Siladen. We look forward to learn
Photo Workshop with Prieto Cremone
Posted on November 28th, 2023 by News DroidWant to learn or better your video skills? Want to learn or better your photo skills? Join our dedicated underwater videography workshop at SILADEN RESORT & SPA from 30th May – 11th June, 2024, featuring Prieto Cremone . The weeklong event is open to all levels of photographers and divers and is designed for participants
Exploring the Stealthy Hunting Habits of Black Frogfish
Posted on November 24th, 2023 by News DroidFrogfish are known for their impressive camouflage abilities and have been referred to as masters of mimicry. Despite their stocky bodies, they are also one of the most aggressive ambush predators in the ocean and they can strike with lightning-fast speed. In this article, we take a look at the black frogfish in more detail…
More Than Squids: These Squid Species Will Leave You Amazed
Posted on October 31st, 2023 by News DroidNorth Sulawesi sits at the heart of the coral triangle – an area that has the most diverse marine life on the planet. We not only have vibrant coral reefs and hundreds of fish and critters, we also have stunning cephalopods too! In this Blog, we take a look at three of our favorite
Discover the Venomous Sea Creatures Found in Bunaken, Manado, and Bangka
Posted on October 19th, 2023 by News DroidNorth Sulawesi is renowned for its impressive diversity of fascinating marine life. Most species are not dangerous and incredibly docile, but there are a number of species equipped with impressive defence mechanisms, like venom. In this Blog we take a look at some of these venomous sea creatures in more detail! Sea Snakes
Buddy Diving
Posted on September 20th, 2023 by News DroidWe all learn about the Buddy Diving system when we start diving but it is easy with increased experience and confidence to forget the essential basics. The Buddy Diving system is not just for beginners, it is important for the safety of all divers in a group and if your Dive Guide knows that
Murex Bangka’s Coral Farm – Become an Ocean Gardener
Posted on September 12th, 2023 by News DroidAt Murex Bangka we are passionate about protecting and conserving the natural resources that this beautiful island has to offer. In 2018, as part of our environmental commitment, and in partnership with Ocean Gardener, we have constructed a coral nursery. This very special coral farm shows our dedication to maintaining coral reefs and ensuring
Finding my Manado Roots
Posted on August 31st, 2023 by News DroidMaking Friends and Discovering a Passion for Diving This Blog was originally published in 2016, at which time Huib had visited us on his first trip in 2011 and in 2012 when he learned to dive at Murex Manado, and again in 2013, 2014, and in 2016. Since then Huib has returned more times
Taking a Family Holiday to Indonesia
Posted on August 11th, 2023 by News DroidAre you planning your family holiday to Indonesia? With over 17,000 islands it is not easy deciding where to visit and what to see, especially when traveling with children. Bali, for many families, is just too “touristy” with beach clubs, hotels, and attractions distracting from the culture, natural beauty and the essence of Indonesia.
Bunaken Island: An Underwater Paradise with Diverse Marine Life
Posted on July 28th, 2023 by News DroidHave you heard about the incredible wall diving and marine life that can be found in the Bunaken Marine Park? Bunaken Island is just one of the 5 islands that make up the park (Bunaken, Manado Tua, Montehage, Siladan and Nain). These islands are located off the east coast of the tip of mainland
Explore The Best Areas for Diving in Sulawesi
Posted on July 27th, 2023 by News DroidHave you heard about the incredible reefs and marine life in Indonesia? Are you trying to decide where to go? It’s not an easy choice when Indonesia covers such a huge area! One of the highlights of diving in Indonesia is the sheer diversity that’s on offer and there is no better region to