Pulau Bunaken Things to Do Tips by xty

Katamaran - Seeing the beauty beneath

If you can't swim or dive, don't worry! You still can enjoy the beauty of Bunaken reefs with live corals and many species of sea animals and fishes. Go rent a Katamaran. It's a special boat designed with a clear glass in the middle of the boat that's lowered below the water surface whenever you have come to some sightseeing spots (along Bunaken's sea cliffs, about 200-300m from the beach) so you can have a clear view underneath. You can rent it for approximately 100000-150000 Rupiahs for 45 minutes rides.

Address: Bunaken island

Directions: You can rent it in advance when you rent a boat to Bunaken island from Manado bay seaport, or you can rent it once you are in Bunaken island. Your choice.

Things to do and facilites in Bunaken island

Around Bunaken marine park you can go diving, snorkelling, or just looking the beauty of the reefs and fishes from the boat by using special Katamaran boat (see Things To Do section).

In Bunaken island itself there are many traditional restaurants that serves mostly seafood and local dishes.

There are many small wooden cottages should you want to stay longer without the need to go back and forth to Manado. Approximately it costs about 125000-250000 Rupiahs per night.

Before you leave Bunaken island, don't forget also to buy some souvenirs like Bunaken t-shirts and jewelry/knickknack made from seashells, which sold by local people who live in Bunaken island.