Wakatobi Dive Resort
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*Based on 2 nights accommodation in Bali before and after stay on resort (B&B), seaplane transfer to Wakatobi island for 7nights, , Garden Bungalow (FB), 3 dives per day and unlimtied shore dives
- Tek diving possible
- Family Friendly - must prebook
- Blissfully remote location
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The Wakatobi Dive Resort is the kind of place you never want to leave. The beach is white sand and the view the uninterrupted horizon of the Banda Sea. Hidden away at the water's edge, the Resort is exclusive and embraces the notion of eco tourism. Where possible local products and craftsmanship are used, giving the whole place a truly opulent feel. Here the diving is never more than a stone's throw away and you are welcome to take in as much of this spectacular location as possible.
There are 5 different accommodation types. All are spacious enough to comfortably sleep up to 3 adults. From garden bungalows to exquisitely crafted villas, this resort is 5 star and then some. Your every creature comfort is catered to including air con, private balcony, mini bar and internet access. The on site spa can ease away every ache and pain and the restaurant serves up a 4 star dining experience. Using local produce, the ambience is relaxed yet elegant. Good living surely cant get any better.
The diving is equally as unparalleled. The dive centre is run by a highly experienced and specialised team who focus on diver safety and eco tourism. Everyone is passionate about the area and its conservation. Scuba Travel can arrange 7, 10 or 11 night packages with 3 dives a day and unlimited shore diving to ensure you get complete diving freedom. And with so much waiting under the waves, what are you waiting for.
Resort Facts
- Rooms: 26
- Fridge: Yes
- Room safe: Yes
- A/C: Yes
- Pools: 0
- Restaurants: 1
Dive Centre Facts
- Dive Centre: On site
- Dive Courses: On request
- House Reef: Yes
- Boat Diving: Yes
- Shore Diving: Yes
- Nitrox: Yes
- Tech Friendly: Yes
General Facts
- Season: All year
- Air Temp: 24 - 29 C
- Water Temp: 27 - 30 C
- Visability: 15 - 35m
- Airport: 5Km
There are few diving holidays quite like Wakatobi in South Sulawesi. From the 5* Indonesian resort to the inspiring reef below, your every dream is made a reality here. Indonesia boasts an enviable ecology and bio diversity that is hard to beat and in Wakatobi the reefs are pristine and the fish plentiful. This is dive escapism at its very best. Discover for yourself the healthy soft corals and sponges that adorn the drop offs. Massive hard table corals flourish with great clouds of reef fish swarming around. White tips sharks dart over sandy patches whilst barracuda while eagle rays come close to the reef to feed. But it is the macro life that is most impressive with every kind of shrimp, pygmy seahorse, pipefish and nudibranch on display. Serene and lavish, Wakatobi is a special corner in paradise and the definition of a luxury diving holiday.
The dive centre at Wakatobi is at the heart of everything they do and a hive of activity each day. Teaching is available on request and all dives are carried out in the sea - spoil yourself from the very start! Nothing is too much effort for these professionals. Certified divers are guided through every step, from the check in, logging nitrox and to kit hire and extras. There is a large camera room for your photography kit with charging points. Everybody is allocated a personal space for their trip with fresh towels. Your dive gear will be whisked away between the boat and shore dives by the crew. They will even carry your camera to the boat so you never have to lift a finger.
- Unlimited house reef diving
- 3 boat dives/day standard
- Open & closed circuit diving
- Small group sizes
- Kids club
A dive at the house reef is your first exprience of Wakatobi and home to so many of the critters that lure divers to Sulawesi. The house reef is open every day from 06:00 to 20:00 and you are welcome to jump as many times as you want. Need a pick up or drop off? Just sign yourself up for a water taxi. The day boats depart for three day dives every day at 8 sharp. These are large, traditional boats and groups are kept to 4 divers per guide or less. Onboard is coffee, tea or water, already waiting by your dive kit. In between dives there are fresh pastries and fruit. No matter how experienced a diver you are, make sure you follow the guides. These guys have the sharpest eyes and will point out the tiny macro life and even act as a stabiliser while you get that picture perfect shot.
Diving Rates & Prices
If you pre-book your diving as part of a holiday package with Scuba Travel you can take advantage of our special rates and make considerable savings on your dive package or dive course at Wakatobi Dive Resort.
Daily Diving
- 1 days diving: Price on request
- 3 days diving: Price on request
- 5 days diving: Price on request
Scuba Diving Courses
- PADI open water referral: Price on request
- PADI open water course : Price on request
- PADI advanced course: Price on request
- Nitrox Specialty: Price on request
- Other courses available on request
Dive Equipment
- Full set (Mask, Fins, BCD, Reg and wetsuit): £31 (per day paid locally)
These prices are subject to change and you will be advised of the exact cost at the time of booking.
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May 2011
The dive sites were spectacular and we thoroughly enjoyed almost all dives. Kaz & Marco are very good dive masters, we spent the most time with Kaz and he is very smart, caring and extremely knowledgeable. In general, the staff were all very helpful. Douglas & Debra
May 2011
This Indonesian jewel of an island turned out to be an amazing diving adventure. We learnt to recognise & appreciate smaller marine life and the coral gardens especially Roma. The dive instructors Mona and Hakan were watchful and Wakatobi will hold a special place as my son Aditya got certified here at age 11 years. When the diving was done, we all retreated to the long house to share dive stories, drink tea and coffee and fill our dive books, trying to remember the special features of each dive sites as they all began to blend into each other. It was fun naming them with our own names, Nudibranch Site,Puffer Site, Lion Fish Site. Karun & Vasundhara Sanghi
January 2010
Dive Wakatobi for spectacular coral reefs, a truly amazing experience! David and Diane
December 2009
If I had to put a title on my vacation it would be Pampered in Paradise. The dive team and boat crew made the dive experience wonderful and relaxing. The dining experience was equally enjoyable; it was like eating in a gourmet restaurant every night! Could not ask for more for a vacation of a lifetime. Karla
November 2009
Hands Down! It was the finest 10 days of my life! Montgomery
September 2009
This is an incredible place that values the conservation of the habitat over the need to make a quick dollar. Forget all of your other diving experiences. Wakatobi is a lifestyle choice, one that I will be adopting on future dive trips. Eileen and Steve
May 2009
I have been very fortunate to have the opportunity to dive in many locations around the world. In my opinion, Wakatobi offers the best above water and under water experience of any place that I have visited. For this reason, I look forward to returning for my third visit very soon. Thank you. Jason
March 2009
My visit to Wakatobi allowed me to celebrate my birthday in one of the most beautiful resorts in the world. I have never enjoyed diving as much as I did here. The reef was pristine and the service of the staff from the boat crew to the restaurant was top notch. Laura
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From time to time the resort and dive centre hosts a unique one off dive event. These will focus on a specific area of diving, covering a wide range of topics from underwater photography, technical diving, explore wrecks or conservation themed.
These special events are a brilliant way to learn from the accompanying experts (often a famous face!), improve your knowledge, develop new dive skills and of course, get to dive some of the most exciting destinations out there.
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