PADI Advanced Courses in North Sulawesi
Are you planning to take your next PADI advanced level certification? Trying to decide where to dive and which PADI advanced course to take? One of the highlights of diving in North Sulawesi is that the diverse range of dive
Murex Founder Inducted to Scuba Diver’s Hall of Fame (ISDHF)
We are absolutely delighted that Dr Hanny Batuna, founder of Murex Dive Resorts, has been announced as one of next year’s inductees to the International Scuba Divers Hall of Fame (ISDHF). The ISDHF is the most prestigious event in Scuba
Night Diving Manado Bay
Night Diving at Murex Manado Manado Bay’s reputation for incredible critter life and muck diving continues to grow stronger year after year. No longer is Manado a place to stay if you want to dive Bunaken; it’s a place to stay
9 Facts About Hard Corals
Bunaken Marine Park is known for it’s incredible hard corals and is home to over 390 different coral species. The stunning coral reefs and walls support an incredible diversity of marine life which depends on the corals for food and
Family Holidays at Murex Manado
Family holidays at Murex Manado combine the perfect mix of adventure, fun, discovery and relaxation. We offer a range of family activities to enjoy together as well as a safe and family friendly environment where kids can feel at home
8 Essential Scuba Diving Techniques
It’s easy with time to forget some of the basic diving techniques that we learned in our scuba training courses. To refresh your memory here are 8 diving tips that will help you to dive like a Pro, whatever your
Tasikoki Black Macaque Rescue
Murex Dive Operations Manager, Pim van Schendel was recently involved in the successful rescue of a black crested macaque (locally called Yaki) from one of the local villages close to Murex Manado. Read on to find out more! The male black
The Pioneering History of Murex Dive Resorts
Murex Dive Resorts was founded in 1988 by Dr. Hanny and his wife, Ineke Batuna. As the first scuba diver in North Sulawesi, Dr. Batuna pioneered many of the dive sites we dive today including our most popular sites at
Underwater Photography Guest Profile – Patricia Jordan
Last month we welcomed back Patricia Jordan, aka “PJ”, who is a well-known underwater photographer and a regular guest at our Murex Dive Resorts. This was Patricia’s 12th visit to North Sulawesi since her first trip here in 1999 and it