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Wakatobi Dive Resort -- Diving

Pristine and Protected

Well-traveled divers - many who have visited numerous famous dive destinations all over the world - frequently tell us they have never seen such a vast, pristine and enjoyable reef area. There are literally hundreds of world class dive sites -- many still unexplored.

We have an incredible number of dive sites and we provide greater freedom than any other operator (within the limits of safety) to explore them. We let you dive as long and as deep as your certification allows. Boat dives are extended to a full 75 min., and house reef dives are of unlimited length. Considering the incredible variety of hard and soft corals comprising our healthy reefs extend from just below the surface, it's a pleasure making long safety stops and enjoying long, relaxed dives - at your own pace.

"Based on twenty years of dive travel and 3000+ logged dives this is the most awesome dive destination I have ever seen."

Ken Knesick, founder of Island Dreams Travel USA- c having done 10 visit to Wakatobi.

Marine Life Diversity

There is no need for long speedboat transfers to see reefs teeming with life. Dive sites are within minutes of the resort. The reefs in Wakatobi provide habitats for the tiniest to the biggest, and the most beautiful to the ugliest (cutest) marine creatures. The closer you look, the more you will see. On many dives, we discover species we've never seen before.

Each season has its particular highlights. The hundreds of kilometers of reef structure provide every imaginable marine animal including the occasional whale, dolphins, sharks, rays, tunas, barracudas, marlin and more. Of course, if you want to see these big beauties, you have to be fortunate enough to be at the right place at the right time! It has been scientifically documented that the area of the world where Wakatobi is located contains more marine species than any other. You will see that this is true when you come diving here!

The main draw of the Wakatobi area is primarily the lushness of the reefs, the pristine condition they are in and with the gusto that every imaginable species of coral grows on them. There's an abundance of soft corals, hard corals and everything in-between. While there's tons of fish in the area it's primarily the reefs themselves that are so impressive here. There are other areas of the world where you can see larger schools of fish, bigger animals and experience more adrenaline-filled uw rides. There's however no other place where the corals are so pristine over such a vast area.

"The condition of the reefs, the corals, sponges and tunicates, is outstanding and truly beyond description. Although large pelagics are relatively rare, the diversity and number of tropical fish, nudibranchs, and other invertebrates more than compensates".

Steve Werlin - groupleader, USA - did his fourth visit in 2002.

Outstanding House Reef

Experiencing a large variety of marine creatures on your trip to Wakatobi is guaranteed simply by just visiting the beautiful house reef, only a few fin strokes away from the dive center. Visitors have frequently described this reef as the Best House Reef in the World. It features several species of clownfish in a variety of anemone hosts, turtles, rays, batfish, crocodile fish, scorpion fish, ghost pipe fish, frog fish, razorfish, sea snakes, porcelain crabs, nudibranchs, blue-ringed octopus, cuttlefish, leaf fish, 4 (four) species of pygmy seahorses and many, many more (too many to list).

On your exploration of this coral heaven you will - when entering the water by the resort - swim through three different habitats, namely: sand, sea grass and corals. Each is amazing in its own right. Frequently photographers take dozens of shots only in the seagrass, as it teems with life.

With dive light in hand, at night the house reef becomes the most colorful and vibrant show of nature's splendor you can think of. Come visit, and we'll show you!

Walls, Seamounts, Wrecks ...

Most of the dives we make are drift dives along colorful, dramatic walls of coral. We also offer partial drop-off dives, seamount dives, slopes and a 40m-long Japanese freighter. You can get a better idea of the Wakatobi dive experience by reading the description of dive sites, the travelogues and comments of our guests, and by visiting our photo galleries.

"There is no question in my mind that the house reef is the best house reef available at any dive resort in the world. This is one of the things that makes Wakatobi so special. The boat dives and reefs that they travel to are no question of superb caliber. But just a few fin kicks from your room is one of the best dives you can make. For the very serious photographer that wants to dig in and produce stunning images (not snapshots) this is the place! The ability to dive this reef any time you wish and learn the habits of an incredible variety of reef inhabitants in a pristine reef environment can be found in few other places. The ability for a photographer to be able to spend virtually unlimited time with their subjects is invaluable. That the land setting of the resort and the beautiful beach, fantastic food, very attentive and knowledgeable staff and sunsets like paintings is all icing on the cake".

James Watt - 2001 (James is one of world's most successful and respected marine wildlife photographers).

Highly Professional Dive Staff

Our highly qualified professional dive staff are second to none in the industry. All of our dive guides are trained instructors, with an average of 3,000 dives each. Your safety, comfort, and enjoyment is their upmost concern. Regardless of your skill level, they will take the time to make sure you have a great time cruising the reefs. For advanced divers, we also have instructor-level guides with cave diving and rebreather specialties. And naturally, all of our guides know the reefs of Wakatobi like the back of their hand. If there's a critter you have always wanted to see (like a pygmy seahorse?), they will know the place to find it.

Getting Here

Getting to Wakatobi is easy! We fly you to the island from Bali on a spacious chartered private plane.

Prior to 2001, the trip to Wakatobi (from the nearest gateway town) took a minimum of 2 days, including a 20 hour boat ride in open seas! Those days are now just a distant memory.

Today the resort features our own private airstrip with a 1-mile long paved runway. You'll wake up in Bali, enjoy a comfortable flight to Wakatobi and by early afternoon* you'll be gliding along reefs more beautiful than you've ever seen before!

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