D’Lagoon Dive Resort Lembeh – Macro & Muck

Discover the small-scale D’Lagoon Dive Resort on Lembeh, Indonesia. Experience the magic of muck diving and macro diving, ideal for macro photography. The five chalets have beautiful views of the lagoon!

Travel period

All year round

Features

Boatdiving

Starting at

12 days vanaf 2175 p.p.

Diving in Lembeh; the macro paradise of the world

Experience a fantastic diving vacation to Lembeh, Indonesia, and stay at the small-scale D’Lagoon Dive Resort. With one personal dive guide per two divers (2:1 ratio) and dive sites full of rare marine life, this is the destination for muck diving and macro photography enthusiasts.

The best of diving in Lembeh

Diving in Lembeh is very special. Indeed, Lembeh is known as the “critters capital” of the world, where you can spot unique animals such as the flamboyant cuttlefish, hairy frogfish, blue ring octopus, mandarin fish and pygmy seahorses. The muck diving is ideal for macro photography, with black sandy bottoms providing a stunning contrast to the colorful marine life. Thanks to the calm waters, you’ll have plenty of time to observe, and photograph, the critters.

Staying at D’Lagoon Dive Resort

D’Lagoon Dive Resort offers an intimate experience with only five chalets, all overlooking the beautiful lagoon. You will stay on a full board basis, with delicious meals prepared by a talented chef. The resort is small-scale, welcoming and perfect for divers who appreciate tranquility and personal attention.

Best travel time for a diving vacation to Lembeh

The best travel time for a diving vacation to Lembeh is from May through October. During this period, the water is clear, there is less chance of rain, and the sea is calm. November to April is also suitable for diving in Lembeh, but there may be more rain due to the wet season. However, this has little impact on muck diving, as most dive sites are sheltered.

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Average Temperatures

Wetsuit advice for diving in Lembeh – Indonesia

For diving in Lembeh, a 3 to 5 mm wetsuit is recommended, depending on your personal preference and the season. Water temperatures are usually between 26 and 29 degrees Celsius, which is relatively warm. However, because muck diving often requires little movement and you lie still for longer periods of time while spotting macro life, a slightly thicker wetsuit (5 mm) may be more comfortable to avoid heat loss.

What will you experience on this diving vacation?

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Day 1 & 2 | The journey to Lembeh

Today begins your journey to Indonesia, with your final destination being the beautiful D’Lagoon Dive Resort on Lembeh. You will fly to the airport of Manado, located on the island of Sulawesi. Due to the time difference and travel time, you usually arrive the next day. Upon arrival in Manado you will be met by a representative of D’Lagoon. A comfortable drive of about an hour will take you to the coast at Bitung, where you transfer to a boat. Within 15 minutes you will sail through the serene waters to the lagoon of D’Lagoon, where your adventure really begins.

Day 3 to 9 | Macro dives in Lembeh

The next 7 days are all about diving in Lembeh. Each day you make two morning dives along the famous black sandy bottoms, where you can spot unique critters like pygmy seahorses and hairy frogfish. In addition, your dive package includes two spectacular night dives where you will discover a completely different underwater world, as well as a special mandarinfish dive. Of course it is possible to extend your dive package in advance or on site with for example afternoon dives.

The black sandy bottoms of Lembeh form a fascinating backdrop where you can spot the most unusual critters, such as flamboyant sea moths, hairy frogfish, blue ring octopuses, pygmy seahorses and mandarin fish.

As soon as the sun goes down, an entirely new group of sea creatures comes to life. You can spot rare night creatures such as stargazers, bobtail squid and hairy octopus.

A highlight of Lembeh is the mandarinfish dive. Just after sunset, you can admire these colorful and iconic fish as they perform their mesmerizing mating dance among the coral.

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Day 10 | Visit to Tangkoko National Park

Today you will explore the beautiful Tangkoko Nature Reserve, one of the most impressive rainforests in North Sulawesi. This half-day tour offers a unique opportunity to spot some of the region’s most special animals, such as black crested macaques, tarsiers, bear cusk and colorful hornbills. The reserve is a nature lover’s paradise!

To make the most of your visit, leave early in the morning. After a short boat ride and a car ride of about an hour you will arrive at the park, just in time to see the animals in their most active hours. The three-hour walk through the jungle offers a great opportunity to admire the local flora and fauna.

Around noon, as it gets warmer and the animals retreat, you return to the resort. This is a perfect end to your vacation in Lembeh!

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Day 11 & 12 | Going home? Or not...?

Today is already the last day of your diving vacation in Lembeh. Don’t you want to go home yet? Then consider extending your stay at D’Lagoon. Or add a new dimension to your trip by visiting Bangka and Bunaken on the Sulawesi Deluxe trip, where colorful coral reefs and turtles await you. The connection between Lembeh and Raja Ampat is also excellent thanks to direct flights from Manado to Sorong. Raja Ampat is known as one of the most biodiverse diving destinations in the world.

The accommodation

The stay and surroundings

D'Lagoon Dive Resort Lembeh

D’Lagoon Dive Resort is located on the west coast of Lembeh Island and can be reached within 15 minutes by boat from Bitung harbor. The resort is tucked away on the beach of a beautiful lagoon, providing a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. Thanks to its central location, almost all of Lembeh’s famous dive sites are within easy reach.

The restaurant, built with a high roof for panoramic views, is located right on the beach and offers a beautiful view of the emerald lagoon. Here you can enjoy delicious local dishes prepared by talented chefs.

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D’Lagoon Dive Resort features five luxury private cottages, spacious and with breathtaking views of the lagoon. The cottages are equipped with modern conveniences such as air conditioning, a hot/cold water dispenser and a generous bathroom with hot water shower, premium bath amenities and a Western-style toilet. The furnishings, including stone sinks and spacious mirrors, offer a combination of elegance and comfort.

With its quiet location, personalized service and luxurious accommodation, D’Lagoon Dive Resort is an excellent choice for an unforgettable diving vacation in Lembeh.

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Travel costs

What is included

This dive vacation to Lembeh is available from € 2.175 per person based on two people in one room. A number of items are included as standard in this travel package. All prices quoted are per person unless otherwise stated. Prices are subject to price changes or changing exchange rates.

EWDR is a specialist in customization. Would you like the trip to be just a little different? More luxurious, shorter, longer? Let us know. In many destinations the diving programs can be extended, for example, with round trips or some excursions in between.

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Included in this diving trip, from € 2.175

9 Nights in a Seaview Cottage
Full board accommodation
Return transfers Manado Airport - Lembeh
Dive package consisting of 14 regular dives, 2 night dives and 1 mandarin fish dive
Free Nitrox Upgrade
Tangkoko Tour on day 10
VZR, Calamity Fund & Administration fee

Excluding

✈︎ The quoted (international) flight prices are indicative prices and based on departures from Europe.
However, we can arrange flights from any location worldwide.
Booking your own flights is of course also possible.