Destination: Indonesia
Pintukota, North Lembeh, Lembeh Island 95557 Bitung City, North Sulawesi | Room + breakfast from $163++/ppn
thalassa dive resort lembeh Quick Pitch
Thalassa Dive Resort Lembeh is a dive resort located on Lembeh Island in North Sulawesi, Indonesia. The resort is situated in a quiet bay, surrounded by tropical gardens and overlooks the Lembeh Strait. The resort has a private jetty which provides direct access to some of the best dive sites in Lembeh, which is known for its rich marine biodiversity and unique critter diving.
Quick Information
- Dive Center: On-site
- Amenities: Restaurant, swimming pool, spa and more!
- WiFi: Yes, free
- Nearest International Airport: Sam Ratulangi International Airport
- Airport shuttle: Yes
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Accommodations - Resort Facilities - Packages & Rates
How to Get There
To get to Thalassa Dive Resort Lembeh, you can fly to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) in Manado, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. From there, you can arrange for airport transfers through the resort, which is approximately a 90-minute drive away.
Alternatively, you can take a taxi or shuttle to the Bitung Port, which is about a 40-minute drive from the airport, and then take a ferry to Lembeh Island. The resort is located on the middle of the island and is accessible by car or motorbike from the ferry terminal.
Dive Overview
Lembeh Strait is a popular destination for divers who are interested in macro underwater photography, as well as those who enjoy wide-angle photography. The area is home to an incredible variety of marine life, including rare species such as pygmy seahorses, mimic octopuses, flamboyant cuttlefish, and hairy frogfish. The black sand slopes provide a unique environment that is rich in nutrients and attracts a variety of fascinating creatures.
Lembeh Strait has become a world-renowned destination for underwater photographers and marine biologists alike, and it continues to attract divers from all over the world who are eager to explore this magical place in North Sulawesi.
[Read More: Lembeh Dive Travel Guide]
Accommodations
Types of Rooms, Amenities and Photos
thalassa dive resort lembeh room overview
Thalassa Dive Resort Lembeh offers a total of 12 accommodation options, including 9 bungalows and 3 single deluxe rooms. The bungalows are spacious and overlook the ocean and Lembeh Island, with large doors that open from floor to ceiling.
Each bungalow and single deluxe room includes a private bathroom, air conditioning, a fridge/minibar, and a private terrace. The bungalows also feature double or twin beds and a walk-in closet, while the single deluxe rooms have a shared veranda.
Bungalow
Resort Facilities
thalassa dive resort lembeh Features
- Swimming pool — 1.6 meters deep
- Spa
- Restaurant offering mainly Indonesian food for lunch and dinner
- Indonesian or continental breakfast
- Bar, lounge area & coffee corner
- Souvenirs
- Book library
- Pizza bar with traditional wood oven
- Airport transfers
thalassa dive resort lembeh Food & Drinks
Thalassa Dive Resort Lembeh offers a wide range of dining options to suit different tastes and preferences, with an emphasis on Indonesian cuisine and fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant mainly serves continental breakfast and Indonesian food for lunch and dinner. In addition to the restaurant, the resort features a pizza bar with a traditional wood oven. Guests can choose from a variety of delicious pizzas made with fresh ingredients, including vegetarian and meat options.
The resort also has a bar and lounge area where guests can enjoy a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, including beer, wine, cocktails, and juices. The coffee corner serves a variety of hot and cold beverages, including coffee, tea, and fresh juices.
Packages & Rates
The actual rates are based in EUR. The starting price indicated above may vary based on the current exchange rate.
2023 Accommodation Rates
Prices are per room, based on double occupancy.
Accommodations | Twin Share | Single Stay |
Bungalow (twin or double bed) | €81 | €113 |
Single Deluxe ROom | - | €97 |
DIVING RATES
All rates are in EUR and per person. Valid from April 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024.
Diving Rates | Air | Nitrox |
Boat dive | €35 | €40 |
Night dive (minimum of 4 guests) | €48 | €53 |
Bonfire/blackwater dive (minimum of 2 guests) | €70 | €75 |
OTHER PACKAGES
All rates are in EUR and per person. Valid from April 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024.
Packages | Rates | |
Others | Bangka or Lembeh day trip (surcharge) | €35 |
Unlimited Nitrox Refills | €64 | |
15 Liter tank (per day) | €3 | |
Rental Equipment | Full set dive gear, including computer | €27 |
Wetsuit | €7 | |
Regulator | €10 | |
BCD | €7 | |
Dive Computer | €5 | |
Mask, snorkel & fins | €5 | |
Snorkeling | Full day of snorkeling | €23 |
INCLUSIONS
- Welcome drink
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Free drinking water, coffee & tea
- Taxes & fees
ADDITIONAL INCLUSIONS FOR BOAT DIVES
- Water, coffee, tea, snack/fruits
- Dive guide per group of 4 divers
- Lunch on board in case of 3 dives per day
- Air tank, weights & weight belt
- Care & carry service by dive staff
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Dive Information
lembeh Diving Highlights
Known as the world's capital for muck diving, Lembeh Strait in North Sulawesi offers second-to-none macro biodiversity. The number species that you can cross off your critter list within a week of diving Lembeh is staggering, to say the least.
On a typical Lembeh dive trip, you can see hairy frogfish, flamboyant cuttlefish, juvenile barramundi, cods, juvenile pinnate batfish, rhinopias, harlequin shrimps, mandarin fish, snakeblennies in the open, large beautiful stinging anemones...it's almost impossible to list them down on one page.
Check out the ultimate critter list with over 130 macro species found across Anilao, Bali, and Lembeh on our sister website uwphotographyguide.com.
Lembeh also offers excellent diving infrastructure along with its reputation as an underwater macro photography hotspot. Most dive resorts are photographer-friendly and have exceptionally skilled local dive guides to help you find the tiniest, rarest critters that are almost impossible to see with the naked eye.
Located only a 2-hour drive away from Manado Airport (MDC), Lembeh is easy to combine with other diving hotspots in Sulawesi, such as Bunaken, and can even be considered as an extension option after/before a trip to Raja Ampat. Direct flights to Bali are also available.
View all dive resorts in Lembeh or learn more on diving Lembeh.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
- Diving Season: Year-round, the best dive conditions in March to October (North & Central) and November to February (South).
- Difficulty: Beginner to Advanced.
- Nearest Airport: Labuan Bajo (LBJ), accessible from Bali (DPS) and other major airports in Indonesia.
- Topside Activities: Land-based tour to see the Komodo dragons is a must. There is also a good number of nature-based and cultural tours to choose from.
Other Information
Practical Information
- Electricity: 220 Volts
- Time zone: UTC+8
- Languages: Dutch, English, German, Indonesian, Korean and Japanese
- Local Currency: IDR (Indonesian Rupiah)
- Accept credit card?: Yes, Visa & MasterCard
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