Dive Into Bunaken’s Best Sites
Bunaken Marine Park is a jewel of the Coral Triangle, celebrated globally for its spectacular underwater landscapes and incredible biodiversity. Established as a national park in 1991, Bunaken spans over 890 square kilometers of protected marine and coastal habitats. For divers, it offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore steep coral walls, vibrant reefs, and a staggering variety of marine life — all in warm, crystal-clear waters.
At Sharkies Divers, we don’t just take you diving — we help you connect deeply with Bunaken’s unique ecosystem. Led by local guides who know these waters intimately, our dive trips reveal the hidden corners, the best macro spots, and the dramatic walls that have made Bunaken famous.
Sharkies Divers Bunaken
What Makes Bunaken Marine Park Special?
World-Class Wall Diving
Bunaken is renowned for its dramatic drop-offs — sheer walls that plunge hundreds of meters into the deep blue. These walls are festooned with soft and hard corals, massive sponges, and sea fans, creating a vertical wonderland teeming with marine life.
Incredible Marine Biodiversity
From tiny nudibranchs to majestic reef sharks, Bunaken is home to over 390 species of coral and nearly 3,000 species of fish. Giant green sea turtles, eagle rays, schools of snapper and barracuda — you never know what will appear on a dive here.
Fantastic Conditions
Bunaken offers year-round diving with warm water temperatures (27–30°C) and visibility often exceeding 20–30 meters.
Dive Sites for All Levels
Whether you’re a beginner looking for a gentle coral garden or an experienced diver eager for deep walls and currents, Bunaken has sites for you.
Why Dive Bunaken with Sharkies Divers?
- Local PADI instructor who grew up in these waters
- Small groups = more relaxed, personal dives
- Focused on divers only (no non-diver crowds)
- Simple, diver-friendly accommodation right in the village