The KLM Sunshine 9D8N adventure will take you on an amazing underwater journey to three of North Sulawesi’s most beautiful marine ecosystems: the world-famous Lembeh Strait, the pristine Buyat Bay, and the biodiverse Bolsel region. This top-notch tour has the best range of diving experiences, from the unusual muck diving animals in Lembeh (such hairy frogfish and mimic octopus) to the beautiful coral gardens in Buyat Bay and the exciting pelagic encounters in Bolsel. On the comfortable KLM Sunshine, you can go on up to four dives a day with skilled guides, including unique night dives in Lembeh’s creature paradise. The 9-day length lets you fully explore these unique underwater worlds, plus you’ll have pleasant places to stay and real Indonesian friendliness the whole time.
This 9D8N trip is for picky divers who want to experience the best diving in the world while also getting to know the local culture. Between dives, you’ll visit traditional fishing towns. The schedule strikes the perfect balance between Lembeh’s great macro photography spots, Buyat Bay’s stunning reefscapes, and Bolsel’s thrilling drift dives. The KLM Sunshine is the best way to see all of North Sulawesi’s marine life because the groups are small and the dive spots aren’t crowded. This trip guarantees exceptional underwater experiences for everyone, whether you prefer muck diving, taking wide-angle photos, or just visiting colorful coral reefs. Book today on the best Indonesian dive safari that takes you to three amazing marine ecosystems!
More about KLM SunshineDives: Approximately 21 dive in total
Experience: Advanced Open Water – 30 minimum logged dives required.
Meet at the port in Bitung. After boarding, you’ll be welcomed by the crew, briefed on safety procedures, and given time to set up your dive gear. The boat stays overnight or begins cruising depending on sea conditions. Light diving may be possible in the afternoon.
Explore the underwater treasures of Lembeh, Buyat Bay, and BOLSEL with up to 4 dives per day. Dive sites will vary from critter-rich muck sites to thriving coral walls, seamounts, and remote reef systems. This route is ideal for divers who love variety—from macro to wide-angle scenes—all within North Sulawesi’s rich biodiversity zones.
Return to Bitung in the early morning. After breakfast on board, disembarkation takes place with transfers to the airport or your onward destination.
Included: VAT, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Beach BBQ, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Land Excursions, Snorkeling Guide, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Deck Towels.
Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge (100 EUR per trip), National Park Fees (100-200 EUR), Port Fees (100 EUR per trip), Airport Transfer (40 EUR per activity), Hotel Transfer, Local Transfers (90-200 EUR per trip), Nitrox (100 EUR per trip).
Optional Extras: Dive Insurance, Travel Insurance, Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Extra Dives (35-70 EUR per activity), Nitrox Course (100 EUR), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (70 EUR).
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Certificate: Advanced Open Water
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Certificate: Advanced Open Water
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Let’s start with the terrible things. Sunshine needs to be fixed up and some money spent on it. The toilets really need to be updated, and the beverages fridge really needs to be replaced. Things never get cold. Kasan is a great chef who makes great food, but the kitchen needs more money spent on it. It really needs some new tools and a good cleaning. Finally, they should provide wine and other drinks for people who don’t like beer. So the positive part was that the guides and personnel were great and made the trip unforgettable. Yustus, Opel, and Kasan were all great! Thanks a lot! The diving was wonderful, and the good things outnumber the bad ones, but the owner has to put money into the boat. The crew is great, but if the facilities get worse, it won’t matter.
