Coral Eye Marine Outpost offers a truly distinctive vacation experience—combining boutique resort comfort, exceptional diving, meaningful conservation, and the warm hospitality of Indonesia. Whether you're exploring vibrant coral reefs, learning about marine science, or simply relaxing on a beautiful tropical island, Coral Eye provides an unforgettable destination for divers and non-divers alike.
Coral Eye offers plenty to enjoy for guests who prefer to stay above the surface. Snorkeling directly from the resort reveals colorful coral reefs teeming with marine life just steps from the beach. Guests can also explore the coastline by kayak or stand-up paddleboard, stroll along the resort's 200-meter white-sand beach, or simply relax by the pool or on the beachfront. Those interested in marine conservation can attend lectures, workshops, and presentations hosted through the Marine Outpost, where scientists and researchers regularly share their work. Nature lovers can also enjoy birdwatching, photography, island excursions, and simply immersing themselves in the peaceful tropical surroundings.
Snorkeling Bangka
Colorful corals and a variety of reef fish can be spotted in shallow waters in the Coral Eye House Reef, making this a perfect experience even for those who prefer not to dive. With water temperatures ranging from 80°F to 86°F, snorkeling is comfortable year-round.
Snorkelers are encouraged to join the boats for snorkeling pending space availability.
While the area is generally safe to explore independently, currents may occasionally occur. For added safety, or simply to enrich your experience, guided snorkeling sessions, including night snorkeling, are available. Like the divers, you will have a guide. The boat crew will pay close attention to any snorkelers in the water and will pick up snorkelers whenever a signal is given. We recommend a wetsuit for sun and jellyfish sting protection, along with suitable mask, snorkel and fins, due to possible currents. Snorkeling by boat has a charge.
It is possible to glide over the coral gardens, or swimming past the rocky cape to explore the spectacular mangroves beyond.
Bunaken Marine Park
Located in North Sulawesi, Indonesia, Bunaken Marine National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its incredible marine biodiversity and stunning underwater topography. The park which is located in the most biodiverse corner of the world: In the heart of the Coral Triangle.
The park offers dramatic vertical coral walls adorned with hard and soft corals, sponges, and gorgonian sea fans. It is home to large green turtles, schools of reef fish, and occasional sightings of reef sharks and eagle rays. Visibility here is typically excellent, allowing for breathtaking views of the underwater terrain.
Did we mention turtles ? - If you snorkel or dive doesn't matter - you have a chance to be surrounded by these gentle creatures - sometimes it feels like wherever you watch there are turtles flying by.
Coral Eye Spa
Massages have been an intrinsic part of Indonesian culture for centuries.
At this spa, guests can enjoy a variety of traditional massages and natural treatments. All products used are handmade by your therapist, using only natural ingredients. For massages, you can choose from a selection of perfumed oils or a 100% natural, locally made coconut oil. To personalize your experience even further, you’re welcome to play your own music or relax with one of our curated playlists.
EXPLORATION!
North Sulawesi is more than a diving paradise. Beyond the water’s edge, every experience reveals the many sides of this unique destination…
The absence of roads on Bangka Island make it the perfect place to disconnect. Bangka Island invites you to slow down and reconnect with the wild. It’s a place where nature still leads, and time moves with the tides. Explore Bangka Island on foot! As you explore, keep an eye out for parrots in the treetops, tarsiers hiding in the branches, cuscus climbing quietly, and monitor lizards crossing your path.
Other things to do on Bangka and Sulawesi:
Mangrove Kayak Tours
Drift silently through a mangrove forest by kayak, guided by our experienced team, and discover one of Bangka’s most secret and magical environments. A peaceful adventure ideal for nature lovers, birdwatchers, and photographers alike.
Hiking Bangka Island
Hike along a forest path to reach the traditional fishing village of Lihunu, or continue upward to panoramic viewpoints overlooking the archipelago. A chance to walk off the map and into a different rhythm of life.
Coral Eye is not only a gateway to the underwater wonders of the Coral Triangle, but also a starting point for discovering the diverse landscapes of North Sulawesi. The following activities are organized by our team or trusted local partners and are guided to ensure comfort and meaningful connections with the environment and communities.
Make a Day tour to mainland Sulawesi! You can visit the Minahasa Highlands or go to Tangkoko Batuangus Nature Reserve.
Minahasa Highlands
Nestled between the active volcanoes of Lokon and Mahawu, the highland city of Tomohon offers a refreshing escape into North Sulawesi’s cooler, greener landscapes. The area is rich in natural beauty and cultural interest, and can be fully tailor-made based on your interests.
Tangkoko Batuangus Nature Reserve
The nature reserve is one of Sulawesi’s most important and biodiverse protected areas. This coastal rainforest is home to an extraordinary range of endemic wildlife, including the charismatic Celebes crested macaque, the slow-moving bear cuscus, and the tiny spectral tarsier, one of the world’s smallest primates.
