Resort of the Month, July 2026: Bunaken Oasis Dive Resort & Spa, Indonesia
Some places are designed simply to give guests a room. Others are created to make people feel something the moment they arrive. Hidden within the breathtaking Bunaken Marine Park, Bunaken Oasis Dive Resort & Spa is a multi-award-winning luxury dive resort built around genuine hospitality, exceptional diving, and a sense of calm that is increasingly hard to find.
Overlooking the marine park and surrounding volcanic landscapes, the resort is intentionally small and personal in feel. Spacious private cottages are spread throughout tropical gardens, each designed to offer privacy, comfort, and beautiful sea views.
Natural wood, open spaces, and traditional Indonesian influences give the resort a warm and understated character that feels connected to its surroundings rather than separate from them.
At the centre of the resort sits the open-air restaurant, infinity pool, and multi-level cocktail bar, all positioned to overlook the ocean. Days here move at an easy pace. Guests drift between diving, long lunches, spa treatments, and sunset drinks while sea breezes move through the palms overhead. While the setting feels luxurious, the atmosphere remains wonderfully relaxed and welcoming, something many returning guests comment on year after year.
Diving remains at the heart of the experience. Bunaken Marine Park is regarded as one of the most biodiverse marine environments in the world, famous for its dramatic walls, warm clear water, and extraordinary marine life. Turtles are seen on an almost daily basis, while photographers and marine life enthusiasts are continually rewarded by the incredible variety found beneath the surface.
The resort operates a fleet of spacious custom-built dive boats, keeping groups intentionally small to ensure a more comfortable and personal experience in the water. Whether guests are experienced underwater photographers, seasoned divers, or visiting Indonesia for the first time, the team takes great care in tailoring each day around individual interests and experience levels.
What truly defines Bunaken Oasis, however, is the people behind it. Many members of the team have been with the resort for years and are deeply passionate about both hospitality and the marine park itself. That warmth, attention to detail, and genuine care create an atmosphere that feels far more personal than many larger luxury properties.
As the resort approaches its tenth year of operation, Bunaken Oasis continues to offer something increasingly rare, a luxury dive experience that still feels authentic, relaxed, and deeply connected to the destination around it.
Face to Face with Jeff Goodman: Simon and Elaine Wallace, owners of Bunaken Oasis Dive Resort & Spa
Scubaverse.com’s Jeff Goodman chats with Simon and Elaine Wallace, owners of Scubaverse.com’s Resort of the Month for July 2026, Bunaken Oasis Dive Resort & Spa, North Sulawesi, Indonesia.
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Testimonials
“I spent ten days here in November and it was mind blowing. The diving was truly spectacular. We had three kids with us and they are now all certified and absolutely love diving. If you want to fall in love with diving, or want your friends and family to fall in love with diving, this is the place. The dive instructors were all first class. The dive sites were beautiful and full of life. Tons of turtles, puffers, and we even saw some baby sharks sleeping.”
– Joanne Ko
Adrian Broderick”We had a wonderful dive holiday here. Everything about the resort is excellent – the cottages, the food, the staff, all exceeded our expectations. I was recreational diving and my partner did a combination of rec and technical diving. They were able to accommodate our different needs seamlessly – we were always on the same dive boat and he was able to switch back and forth as we wanted to create exactly the experience we hoped for. All of the dive masters were we dove with were great-very experienced with great eyes, patient and kind. Highly recommend and we hope to go back!”
– Adrian Broderick
“We had a fantastic stay at Bunaken Oasis Dive Resort. The service is very attentive, and the staff are genuinely kind and charming, making you feel comfortable. The villas are nicely designed in traditional Indonesian style, offering both comfort and character. The food is lovely, and the cocktails are very good. The diving center is excellent — the instructors and guides are very knowledgeable, safety is clearly a priority, and the equipment is of good quality. The dive sites themselves are stunning, with an incredible variety of marine life. Kelly, Simon, Sandy and the whole team will take great care of you.”
– Agnes
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