2009 World's Best Diving & Resorts: Wakatobi Dive Resort

Wakatobi Dive Resort Indonesia Wakatobi Dive Resort promises an adventure without equal and without compromise. Located 620 miles northeast of Bali, Indonesia, in a remote archipelago in the epicenter of biodiversity, guests can explore a remarkable, unspoiled reef system and discover an intimate oasis of unparalleled luxury and service.
Wakatobi offers exclusive access to some of the world's most-pristine and prolific tropical reefs, allowing divers to immerse themselves in a symphony of marine life among healthy, colorful coral landscapes and an incredible array of critters. The adventure begins a few steps from the resort's powder-white beach, where a lush drop-off stretches along several distinct dive sites. At night, the resort's famous House Reef shore dive explodes with activity. The diving philosophy at the resort is one of maximum freedom within the bounds of safety and consideration for the marine environment.
Topside, Wakatobi offers superior accommodations and dive facilities. The resort experience is enhanced by a warm, gracious staff, a knowledgeable team of international, multilingual dive instructors, cuisine prepared by five-star chefs, spa services and a stunning natural setting.
With a strong focus on marine conservation, guests contribute to the award-winning conservation and community programs by simply visiting. With the remote dive operation perfected to the highest of standards, Wakatobi combines high-quality diving and conservation with exceptional service.
Wakatobi combines a traditional Indonesian charm with modern comforts, a unique blending evident throughout the resort. This intimate, first-class property accommodates only 52 guests in 26 bungalows and villas, each affording privacy and breathtaking views. A 3-to-1 staff-to-guest ratio ensures each guest receives an exceptionally high level of service tailored to his or her desire.
The perfect complement to the resort is the luxurious Pelagian, a 115-foot luxury dive yacht that accommodates only 12 guests. Beyond the range of Wakatobi's day boats, the yacht takes guests to superb diving around the Wakatobi region, with both reefs and hard-to-find muck-diving sites.
The moment you arrive at Wakatobi via a privately chartered twin-engine 60-seater plane (with service out of Bali), you'll discover lush coral reefs, ultimate topside experiences and service without equal. Wakatobi Dive Resort and the Pelagian Dive Yacht: perfect diving, perfect surface intervals.
Accommodations: Wakatobi accommodates up to 52 guests in 26 individual bungalows and villas with private baths. Other facilities include an open-air restaurant, boutique and spa.
Amenities: The resort's dive center offers a full line of rental equipment, nitrox, trimix, rebreather support, a photo facility and a fleet of five custom-built 60- to 70-foot dive boats for exploring a range of four dozen dive sites.
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Contact Information: Toll Free: 866-825-3429 Website: wakatobi.com E-mail: [email protected]