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Wakatobi Dive Resort

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Wakatobi Dive Resort

5 star hotel
Kuta Poleng Blok D-1, Simpang Siur - Kuta Bali, Wakatobi, 80361, Indonesia
28 rooms
FREE Internet

Wakatobi Dive Resorts

PADI 5 Star Dive Resort
Onsite
Max 6 divers per guide

Package highlights

  • Located in Wakatobi National Marine Park, UNESCO World Heritage site
  • Sea turtles, macro life, octopus, cuttlefish, unique coral species and more
  • Nature trail, white sand beach, crystal clear seas
  • Marine wildlife presentations 
  • Air-conditioned, eco villas and bungalows with en-suite bathrooms
  • All-inclusive resort with spa, media room, library and boutique
  • Chef prepared gourmet meals, fine dining
  • Flights to and from the resort are scheduled on Mondays and Fridays
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Booking process

1. BOOKING

Once we receive your booking, we double check availability with the dive operator and reserve your spot

2. CONFIRMATION

We usually get back to you within 24 hours to confirm that your booking is final

3. 48H FREE CANCELLATION PERIOD

You then have 48 hours to take care of other travel arrangements. Your credit card will only be charged after that period

Payment & cancellation

Payment terms

  • Now: 0%
  • 48 hours after booking confirmation: 25%
  • 120 days before trip start: 100%

Cancellation fee

Free cancellation for 48h after confirmation

  • 17.5% of the total booking amount will be charged if you cancel more than 98 days prior to arrival
  • 30.0% will be charged if you cancel between 98 and 53 days prior to arrival
  • 100.0% will be charged if you cancel less than 53 days prior to arrival

Explore diving around the Wakatobi Dive Resort

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Highlights

  • Beachfront 5* Dive Resort in Wakatobi National Marine Park
  • Convenient access to world-class, protected reefs 
  • 40+ dive sites between 10 minutes and 1-hour boat ride
  • 85% of world’s marine species 
  • Sea turtles, octopus, cuttlefish, seahorses, nudibranchs and more
  • One-to-one instruction 
  • Multi-lingual professional instructors and divemaster level guides
  • Solo diving (for instructor-level divers with pony tank), Fluo diving, scheduled night dives 
  • Snorkelers are welcome to join divers at most sites, instruction is offered

Description

Located in a marine park encompassing the world’s highest coral reef biodiversity, Wakatobi is considered one of the world's premier dive destinations. The reefs are home to more than 950 species of fish, 450 species of coral and an even greater number of invertebrates. The resort combines "barefoot luxury" in an idyllic setting with an international staff and a strong emphasis on personalized services such as private dive guide experiences. A fleet of dive boats and dive taxis ferry divers and snorkelers to spectacular reefs with beautiful vistas and pristine corals. Guests enjoy unlimited snorkeling and shore diving on our renowned 3-mile-long House Reef, and the luxury yacht Pelagian provides liveaboard access to more distant sites.

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DIVING SERVICES

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • German
  • Italian
  • Japanese

Dive Center Facilities

  • Wi-Fi (Free)
  • Onsite Classroom
  • Air Conditioning
  • Waterfront Location
  • House Reef
  • Dive Boat
  • Onsite Accommodation
  • Food & Drinks

Rental Equipment

  • Flashlight
  • Small Cylinders (10L / 71.2 Cu. Ft.)
  • Large Cylinders (15L / 100 Cu. Ft.)
  • Aluminum Cylinders
  • Bcd
  • Camera
  • Boots
  • Dive Computer
  • Mask & Snorkel
  • Wetsuit – Shorty
  • Open-Heel Fins
  • Full-Foot Fins
  • Regulator
  • Gauges
  • Wetsuit – 5Mm
  • Children Sizes

PADI membership level

  • Padi 5 Star Dive Resort

Resort Description

Wakatobi Dive Resort is an all inclusive eco dive resort located in Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia in the Banda Sea. 

Within this UNESCO Marine Biosphere Reserve and macro haven, look out for cuttlefish, lionfish, sea turtles, scorpionfish, pufferfish, mantis shrimp, octopus, bubble coral shrimp, frogfish, pygmy seahorses, pipefish, nudibranchs, various species of corals, large sea fans, and more. 

Lush vegetation and palm trees are lined with a white sand beach and turquoise waters. The resort is comprised of traditionally-styled buildings with hardwood floors and thatched roofs, linked by sandy floored paths throughout the palms.

Each hand crafted and air-conditioned Bungalow or Villa is furnished with neutral pieces, breezy drapes and local artwork.

The restaurant serves freshly prepared, refined cuisine using local ingredients for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. 

Facilities include a spa, library and boutique. Regular marine wildlife presentations and village tours are arranged. 
 

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How to get there

Arrival

  • Wakatobi Resort's private air charter provides a direct connection to and from Bali’s International Airport for an additional charge (please inquire). 
  • Flights to and from the resort are currently scheduled on Mondays and Fridays.
  • Check-in time for charter flights from Bali to Wakatobi's private airstrip is 6:45am (strongly advised to arrive the day before).
  • In Bali International Airport you will be assisted by Wakatobi Resort's concierge team.
  • You will also enjoy access to a VIP airport lounge for refreshments and breakfast upon morning check-in for the flight to the resort. 
  • If you wish to arrange your own transportation you need to book a domestic flight from Bali to Makassar or Kendari; from here you can schedule local flights to Wangi-Wangi, and after a one-night stay, a local ferry to Tomia Island where you will be greeted by a member of our resort staff.

Departure

  • If you have booked with the private air charter, your arrival back into Bali Domestic Airport will be mid-afternoon. To ensure a reasonable connection time, please only arrange onward connects after 5:30pm.

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