Kuda Laut Boutique Dive Resort

The Kuda Laut Boutique Dive Resort offers an intimate atmosphere, ideal for divers and nature enthusiasts, with direct access to some of the world's most pristine coral reefs. It blends traditional Indonesian architecture with modern comforts, ensuring a memorable and relaxing experience.

How to Get There

Guests traveling to Kuda Laut Boutique Dive Resort can reach the destination via Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC), the closest airport to the resort. Upon arrival, a convenient airport transfer service is available for an additional surcharge. The transfer typically takes around 60 minutes, providing a scenic journey to Siladen Island. The resort is also located approximately 5 kilometers from the nearest town, offering easy access to local amenities while maintaining a serene, secluded atmosphere. 

Dive Overview

Scuba diving in Indonesia is an essential experience for any passionate diver. The country is home to over 25% of the world's fish species and more than 72% of global coral species, making it a true paradise for marine enthusiasts. Frequently recognized as the epicenter of marine biodiversity, Indonesia, along with the Philippines and a few other Coral Triangle destinations, boasts the richest variety of marine life ever documented on Earth.

Specifically, in Manado, North Sulawesi, where Kuda Laut Boutique Dive Resort is located, divers are treated to the stunning underwater landscapes of the Bunaken Marine Park. This area is famous for its crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral walls, and diverse marine life, including reef sharks, turtles, and countless species of reef fish. 

Interest in diving at Kuda Laut? Read more about Bunaken and Underwater Photography. 

Accommodation Overview

Kuda Laut Boutique Dive Resort offers a selection of thoughtfully designed accommodations to suit various preferences. The Garden Family Cottages, at 60 sqm, are perfect for families or groups, featuring two bedrooms, a spacious porch, and stunning sea views. The Beach Cottages, measuring 42 sqm, are just steps from the shore, offering beautiful sea vistas and an open-air bathroom for a tropical experience. For those seeking privacy, the 54 sqm Beach Villas provide an intimate retreat with direct beach access, ideal for honeymooners or romantic getaways. Additionally, the resort's Superior Rooms, located on the upper floor of the main building, offer flexible bedding arrangements and picturesque views of either the jungle or the sea, ensuring a comfortable stay with easy access to the resort's amenities.

 

Food & Drinks

The restaurant at Kuda Laut Boutique Dive Resort offers a delightful blend of Indonesian and international cuisine. Guests can enjoy a buffet-style Western breakfast, featuring a wide array of breads, fruits, jams, yogurts, cereals, juices, and freshly prepared warm items like eggs or omelets. For lunch and dinner, the à-la-carte menu changes daily, ensuring a varied and satisfying dining experience. All guests enjoy full board, which includes all meals, drinking water, and afternoon coffee or tea.

The resort also features the Beach Bar & Lounge, located next to the swimming pool and directly on the beach, is the perfect spot to unwind. Expert mixologists craft a range of cocktails, with beer, wine, soft drinks, and snacks also available. In the evening, guests might be treated to live performances of traditional Manado songs by the talented bar staff. Adjacent to the bar, a spacious lounge invites relaxation or a friendly game of pool.

  

Dive Information

Diving in Manado, particularly within the Bunaken National Park, is an experience that draws divers from around the world. Located in the heart of the Coral Triangle, this region is renowned for its incredible marine biodiversity. The park is famous for its dramatic wall dives, where sheer coral-covered cliffs drop into the deep blue, providing a home for a wide array of marine life. Divers can expect to see healthy, vibrant corals teeming with colorful schools of fish, including species like angelfish, butterflyfish, and fusiliers. Sea turtles are also abundant in these waters, often spotted gracefully gliding along the reefs.

In addition to the stunning coral walls, Bunaken National Park is also a hotspot for muck diving. The sandy and muddy bottoms of certain areas offer a completely different but equally fascinating experience, where divers can discover a variety of unusual and rare marine creatures. From tiny, camouflaged critters like frogfish and ghost pipefish to the elusive blue-ringed octopus, the muck diving sites around Manado are a treasure trove for macro photography enthusiasts.

Snorkelers and divers alike can explore the rich underwater ecosystems at their leisure, with the park offering a wide range of dive sites suitable for all experience levels. The clear, warm waters of Bunaken National Park boast exceptional visibility, often exceeding 30 meters, making it easy to appreciate the intricate beauty of the coral reefs and the diverse marine life that inhabits them. Whether you’re drifting along the coral walls, exploring the vibrant reefs, or searching for hidden gems in the muck, diving in Manado offers a truly unforgettable glimpse into one of the most biologically diverse marine environments on the planet.

Dive Center Information

Celebes Diving, the dive partner for Kuda Laut Boutique Dive Resort, offers exceptional experiences in the Bunaken National Marine Park. Known for its rich biodiversity and stunning wall dives, the park is a haven for divers of all levels. With small groups of no more than four divers per guide, Celebes Diving ensures ample time for observation and safety. Divers can explore vibrant coral formations, encounter schools of fish, and spot turtles.

Dives often begin along the park's dramatic cliffs, where colorful corals and anemones cover the walls. The currents, ranging from mild to strong, are managed by experienced guides, making each dive safe and enjoyable. Dives are conducted from traditional fiberglass boats, or "Perahu," which are comfortable and well-equipped with safety gear, fresh water boxes for cameras, and amenities like a sun deck and refreshments.

Celebes Diving also offers night dives and sunset dives, including trips to see the unique mandarin fish mating ritual. Guided house reef dives are available on request, allowing guests to explore the beautiful coral gardens and walls right in front of the resort. With a focus on service, safety, and marine conservation, Celebes Diving provides a memorable experience in one of the world's most diverse marine environments.

Celebes Divers Dive Facilities

• Camera Room
• Nitrox
• 15L Tank
• DIN Tank
• Yoke Tank
• Equipment Rental
• Courses Available