Located just off the coast of Sulawesi, a world of undersea treasures lies just beneath crystalline waves of Wakatobi Marine Reserve. Situated in the heart of the Coral Triangle, an area containing three quarters of the world’s shallow-water reef-building coral, the reserve is a world-class destination for scuba divers and snorkelers alike.
Perched on a strip of pristine beach on its own small island in southeastern Sulawesi, Indonesia, Wakatobi Dive Resort sets you up in comfort and style. From this barefoot-luxe property, access a house reef right from the Jetty Bar or cruise to dive spots in the area. Diving in this off-the-beaten-path part of the archipelago, you’ll have the coral reefs, sea floors, and open waters all to yourself; there isn’t another dive resort around for a hundred miles.
Once you’ve geared up, peer through warm waters that boast excellent visibility. You’re sure to encounter familiar favorites (clown fish, turtles, and rays) but it’s Wakatobi’s textured coral gardens and their technicolor residents that enchant divers with Alice in Wonderland-meets-Avatar marine whimsy. Imagine: speckled, striped, and often neon-tinted butterfly fish, angelfish, parrotfish, grouper, clown fish, and feather stars flit among coral reefs blanketed with swaying anemone, fire sponge, and festive Christmas tree tubeworms, and giant fluted giant clams. As a guest of Wakatobi Dive Resort, you’ll have the option to enjoy it all on twice-daily boat excursions staffed by an expert crew and dive masters.
On land, the offerings are equally delightful. Breezy bungalows gaze out across the ocean from the beachfront or sit nestled among the tropical foliage, beautifully furnished with polished wood accents, plush canopy beds, and indoor and outdoor lounge areas. Rinse off the sand and saltwater in outdoor showers or take a dip in private pools. At the spa, muscles melt with restorative massages and rejuvenate sun-soaked skin with specialty treatments. Dine on Indonesian, Asian, and Western fare at the waterfront restaurant and watch the sun sink into the ocean horizon while sipping cocktails at the Jetty Bar.
Indonesia Travel Itineraries Featuring Wakatobi Dive Resort
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