This trip will take you to the Coral Triangle of North Sulawesi, renowned for its incredible coral reefs and marine biodiversity, and to the Tangkoko Nature Reserve, where Sir Alfred Russel Wallace dedicated significant time to his pioneering work in biogeography, which led to the formulation of the Wallace Line theory.
Located near the Wallace Line, an imaginary boundary separating Asian and Australian fauna, Tangkoko hosts a unique blend of species. To the west of the line, species exhibit similarities to those from Asia, while to the east, they share characteristics with Australian fauna. This rich biodiversity provides valuable insights into evolution and distribution.
Departure & Return Location: Denpasar, Bali. Our flight from Denpasar will be departing in the morning and arriving in the afternoon in Manado, North Sulawesi.
This trip is ideal for nature lovers, couples who like to explore the great outdoors whilst enjoying their time, diving and snorkelling enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and those interested in scenic and cultural exploration.
This trip is ideal for nature lovers, couples who like to explore the great outdoors whilst enjoying their time, diving and snorkelling enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and those interested in scenic and cultural exploration.
Jungle Tour to Tangkoko Nature Reserve: The jungle tour to Tangkoko is a thrilling land-based adventure for the whole family. While exploring Tangkoko Nature Reserve, you’ll have the chance to see why Sir Alfred Wallace called this place a living laboratory. The reserve is home to fascinating wildlife, including black macaques, tarsiers, magnificent hornbills, babirusas, and bear cuscuses, among other species.
Snorkelling in the Coral Triangle: The Bunaken National Park, part of the World's Coral Triangle, is renowned for its rich marine biodiversity. Snorkelling here offers a fantastic opportunity to explore vibrant coral reefs and see a variety of colourful marine life, including schools of fish and sea turtles and occasionally the Indo-pacific bottlenose dolphins in the area.
Wellbeing, Snorkelling, and Diving Focus: Thalassa Dive & Wellbeing Resort provides a relaxing environment where families can unwind. As a 5-star PADI resort, it ensures you are in good hands for snorkelling around the area. The resort also offers many PADI-certified courses. So, if you are just starting out and want to learn what it takes to dive, this is the place for you.
INCLUSIONS
- Domestic round trip flight tickets Denpasar to Manado
- Full board 3 nights at Thalassa Dive & Wellbeing Resort with daily breakfast, lunch and dinner, with mineral water in each meal
- All airport/resort transfers
- Jungle tour to Tangkoko Nature Reserve
- Entrance fees to all national parks
- Guided snorkelling with free rent of snorkelling gears
EXCLUSIONS
- Personal expenses: beverages, alcohol, minibar, snacks, hotel incidentals, laundry and other personal expenses.
