Indonesia: Lembeh, Mando & Bangka
Dive Indonesia with Family Dive Adventures Lembeh, Bangka, and Manado. The Murex Dive Destinations.
Murex Resorts: We are excited to create and book your Passport to Paradise in Indonesia:
Experience the ultimate family dive adventure with Family Dive Adventures and Murex Resorts’ “Passport to Paradise” package! Explore the stunning underwater worlds of Manado, Bangka, and Lembeh – three Indonesian gems that rival the Caribbean in affordability but surpass it in marine biodiversity and coral health.
Manado: Relax and Recharge by Margo Peyton
Start your journey in Manado, which is easily accessible with direct flights from Singapore. Settle into your comfortable room with lush tropical garden views and expansive ocean vistas. Enjoy delicious family-style meals at the charming waterfront restaurant. The state-of-the-art dive center provides everything you need, including lockers, showers, and an extensive Backscatter photo center.
Beyond diving, Manado is a birdwatcher’s paradise, with numerous species to spot. You might even catch a glimpse of rare monkeys or adorable sloths! Underwater, prepare to be amazed by spectacular reefs teeming with cuttlefish, seahorses, octopuses, and vibrant schools of fish. We recommend 4 or 5 nights in Manado to fully appreciate its wonders.
Bangka: Volcanic Views and Underwater Delights
Next, embark on a scenic boat journey (with diving along the way!) to Bangka Resort. This upscale retreat offers breathtaking views of four volcanoes and a choice of luxurious accommodations. Choose from lush hillside rooms with expansive ocean vistas or beachfront bungalows nestled right on the water’s edge. Banka Resort is a humble boutique-style resort with custom-designed Indonesian cottages that are all made of incredibly unique Indonesian hand-carved hardwoods. The unpretentious rustic feel of the resort was seriously upgraded when I opened my eyes to look up at a billion-dollar view of 4 volcanoes on the mainland. It was majestic.
Savor delicious Indonesian and Western cuisine at the family-style restaurant. Dive into the renowned Bunaken Marine Park or explore the resort’s house reef, teeming with soft corals, large turtles, and massive schools of fish. We suggest 4 to 5 nights in Bangka to soak in the beauty above and below the surface.
Lembeh: Macro Magic and Luxurious Living
Your final destination is the world-famous Lembeh Resort. Renowned for its unparalleled macro diving, photography opportunities, and luxurious amenities, Lembeh is a true gem. Indulge in fine dining, unwind on the black sand beach, and choose from hillside, garden, or luxurious cottages with spectacular views. Both Bangka and Lembeh Resorts offer world-class spas for ultimate relaxation. Lembeh Resort, A slice of heaven on earth, is a 4-diamond luxury resort with fine dining and exquisite services. The premium rooms are comfortable and plush, with spectacular views. The garden rooms are very lovely and spacious with tropical garden views. The deluxe cottages have well-appointed rooms with partial ocean or pool views.
We typically recommend 5 to 7 days in Lembeh to fully explore its muck-diving wonders and unwind in style.
Ready to embark on your Indonesian adventure?
Contact us today for a price quote! We’ll expertly arrange your entire trip from start to finish, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable family dive vacation.
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A trip to Lembah
Murex Diving
The dive boats are set up for photographers, with easy in and out. The level of service is impeccable. Lembeh is perfect for divers and non-divers as the spa is world-class, along with the national park and village tours. There is a lot to do in this area other than go diving. Lembeh has a backscatter photo center, one of the best I have seen. You can view all my photos in our photo gallery, click the link on the left menu, go to Indonesia, and enjoy.
Most of the diving here is macro. However, it’s the largest population of giant seahorses I have ever seen: green, yellow, red, and brown. There are many kinds of octopus to photograph, including ribbon eels, snake eels, and moray eels. The reefs are crazy with color and life. It’s a perfect destination for couples, singles, or photo nuts like me. This resort has rooms that reflect a mini Jade mountain with a private pool. Perfect for a romantic stay.
Contact us to book a photo workshop
Book your next dive vacation in the world’s most impressive macro photography spots to dive. Lembeh is a photographer’s dream come true. It boasts incredibly healthy reefs, marine life, and a spectacular national park to hike and enjoy for topside activities. “This is the most luxurious divers paradise Indonesia has to offer, in my opinion.” Margo Peyton
Contact Margo or Tom Peyton for more detailed information.
A typical seven nights & 17 dives package in Lembeh with four nights & 8 dives in Bangka, double occupancy prices:
Package 1: Per diver based on double occ. $3,884 (Luxury ocean view cottage Lembeh & Beachfront Cottage Bangka)
Package 2: Per diver based on double occ $3,964 (Luxury ocean view cottage Lembeh & luxury hillside cottage Bangka)
Package 3: Per diver based on double occ $4,914 (Luxury ocean view villa with private pool, at Lembeh & luxury ocean, view hillside cottage Bangka)
Deposit: $1,500 per room.
The room choices:
- 7 Premium Luxury cottages, Six luxury cottages, or one cliffside villa in Lembeh
- 5 Oceanfront cottages and two deluxe hillside cottages in Bangka
Itinerary
- Seven nights at Lembeh Resort
- Boat transfer to Bangka
- 4 nights at Murex Bangka
- 17 guided boat Dives with air at Lembeh
- Eight guided Boat Dives with air at Bangka
- Unlimited complimentary house reef dive
- Boat transfer between resorts with two dives along the way
- All dives with free NITROX
- Arrival airport escort service pickup and luggage handling (upon exiting the terminal)
- Round-trip airport transfers via private car and boat.
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner daily, and snacks are provided on boats and poolside. Unlimited drinking water, coffee & tea, Juice; free WiFi. Live music and presentations, slide shows, full-service Photoshop, coral gardening presentation, valet diving service, and village tour.
The package does not include
- Bangka conservation fund donation
- Rental diving equipment
- Night dives
- Land tours other than what is stated
- Personal expenses you might have on-site, dive staff gratuity, and VAT
Bangka Resort offers Three buffet meals a day served in – a beachfront restaurant with an open-air terrace for those who prefer dining al fresco. The varied cuisine combines a compelling mix of International and Asian flavors using fresh local ingredients. The team of Western-trained chefs can cater to special dietary requirements upon request—four nights- and three days of diving.
Wakatobi Dive Resort
We can book individual trips to Indonesia all year. Liveaboard on the Arenui, The Pelagian, Wakatobi, Lembeh, Manado, and Bangka. Please tell us what you dream about, and we will make it happen.
Whether you are diving or snorkeling among our vibrant protected coral reefs bristling with marine life, enjoying a rejuvenating spa, taking in a glorious sunset with your favorite cocktails at the jetty bar, or perhaps indulging in a romantic beach dinner. Wakatobi is a true north — one-of-a-kind experience. See Gallery
Location: You will enjoy Wakatobi’s tranquility and secluded area; no traffic noise, pollution, or other dedicated dive resorts for hundreds of miles. Their private charter flight will transport you from Bali to their purpose-built airstrip in less than three hours, followed by a short boat ride to the resort, and your vacation will indeed begin. Located in Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia (Southeast Asia) Wakatobi is easily accessible from the US or Europe. Many airlines offer flights to one of the major cities in Asia, with the transfer to Denpasar, Bali, the gateway (and the most impressive and beautiful stop on the way) to Wakatobi.
The private air charter brings you from Bali to the resort’s purpose-built airstrip in a two-and-a-half-hour flight over breathtaking tropical island scenery. After that, it’s a short drive and boat ride to the resort. A light meal is served on the flight, and you will be assisted with all checked baggage.
Night or shore diving — any time: Night and shore diving at Wakatobi are fantastic! There are more than 40 sites that can regularly dive.
*Wakatobi Dive package 2025 includes
- Seven nights, six days of diving, up to 4 dives per day
- Butler (Private Resort Experience Manager)
- Private Guide (Private Dive/Snorkel Experience manager)
- Tomia village excursion
- Delicious and varied gourmet meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) with care to cater to special diets
- VIP greeting & assistance upon your arrival in Bali
- Daily Coffee, juices, tea
- Free WiFi high-speed internet access via satellite
- In-room amenities such as a mini bar, coffee pot, towels, hairdryer, and safe
- 24 hours tea/coffee / hot chocolate/drinking water, and daily snacks
- Aromatherapy bath products in all rooms
- Optional Village Tour on the last day
- Luxury Spa on property
- Daily housekeeping service
Call Family Dive Adventures at 803.419.2556 for details.
Pelagian Luxury Dive Yacht
A maximum of 11 guests can be onboard. Private itineraries, custom groups, and full boat charters are available. Call Family Dive Adventures at 803.419.2556 for details.
Here is what is included
- Seven nights of delicious and varied gourmet meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) with care to cater to special diets
- VIP greeting & assistance upon your arrival in Bali
- Six days of diving up to 4 dives per day on Pelagian
- In-room amenities such as towels and a hairdryer
- 24 hours tea/coffee / hot chocolate/drinking water, and daily snacks
- Aromatherapy bath products in all cabins
- Snacks, drinks, and towels provided on the boats
- Full porterage for diving: snorkel, gear, cameras
- Dive valet for rinsing and drying gear
- A substantial contribution to the award-winning conservation program
- 24/7 management of staff
- Daily housekeeping service
- Optional Village Tour on the last day
Call us for rates at 803-419-2556
