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Alor Tanapi Dive Resort

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If you're looking for a tropical paradise to escape to, look no further than the Alor Tanapi Dive Resort in Indonesia. Located on the island of Alor in one of the most biodiverse coral reef systems in the world, this resort is an ideal destination for underwater explorers---complete with breathtaking natural scenery, thrilling diving opportunities, and luxurious accommodations. The Alor region boasts an incredible variety of marine life, making it a prime destination for divers from around the world. When you stay at the Alor Tanapi Dive Resort, you'll be perfectly situated to explore the impressive underwater landscapes of the area. Whether you're a seasoned diver or a beginner, the resort offers a range of courses and dives to suit your skill level. The resort itself is located on a hill in Sebanjar, on the Bird’s Head Peninsula, overlooking Pantar, Pura and Ternate islands. Strategically located between the main road and the Pantar Strait, we are able to offer a number of land tours in addition to having direct access to over 40 different world-class dive sites within 30-45 minutes by speedboat.

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Luxurious Amenities Galore - Each room at the Alor Tanapi Dive Resort is spacious and tastefully decorated, featuring a comfortable bed, air-conditioning, a private bathroom, and a balcony or terrace with otherworldly views of the ocean or tropical gardens. The resort offers a range of room options. For those who want to explore the surrounding area, the resort offers a range of delightful activities and excursions. Whether you want to go diving or snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters, explore the nearby islands, or simply take a leisurely stroll along the beach, there is something for everyone.

A Taste of Indonesia - The restaurant at Alor Tanapi Dive Resort offers a variety of delicious dishes that cater to both international and Indonesian tastes. The chefs use fresh, locally sourced ingredients to create an array of mouthwatering dishes that are sure to satisfy your palate. Whether you're in the mood for seafood, meat, or vegetarian options, the restaurant has something for everyone. You can enjoy your meal inside the cozy dining room, or take in the lush greenery and sea views while dining al fresco on the outdoor terrace. The resort bar provides a relaxing atmosphere for guests to unwind, socialize, and enjoy a refreshing drink. You can choose from a variety of cocktails, beers, and wines, or try some of the exotic tropical drinks that the bartender whips up. The bar also serves light bites, so you can indulge in a quick snack while sipping your delicious cocktail.

Located in the heart of the coral triangle, Alor diving is renowned for its great visibility, stunning coral reefs, pelagic encounters and small bizarre critter hunting in the muck sites. From the resort, you can dive Alor and explore its underwater beauty. There are more than 40 dive sites within a 30-minute radius by boat that can be reached from the resort. It is also possible to do day trips to some dive sites located in Beang Abang which offer some great muck diving, a highlight for underwater macro photographers. We recommend a minimum stay of one to two weeks to be able to cover the range of dive sites.

The Skinny on Scuba Diving - The Alor Tanapi Dive Resort offers several scuba diving options for guests of all levels of experience. Guests can choose from a range of different dives, including reef dives, wall dives, drift dives, and night dives. There are also several world-class dive sites that are easily accessible from the resort, including the famous Pura Island, which is home to over 430 species of reef-building corals and 1,200 species of fish. For beginners or those who want to refresh their skills, the resort offers a range of PADI-certified courses, including Discover Scuba Diving and Open Water Diver certification. These courses are taught by experienced instructors who will guide you through everything you need to know to safely explore the underwater world. For more advanced divers, there are a variety of specialty courses available, including wreck diving, night diving, and deep diving. The resort also offers guided dives with experienced instructors who are intimately familiar with the local dive sites and marine life. All dives are conducted in small groups to ensure maximum safety and enjoyment, and equipment such as scuba tanks and weights are provided by the resort, while BCDs and regulators are available for rent. With the crystal-clear waters and stunning reef systems in the area, you are guaranteed an unforgettable diving experience at the Alor Tanapi Dive Resort.

Narrative text and photographs courtesy of Alor Tanapi Dive Resort.

Dive Conditions

Conditions can make or break your trip. Temperature, visibility and the current vary greatly across this expansive country. Be sure to check the conditions of each destination you’re planning to dive before you leave. Diving is excellent year-round, but the best time is from May to September. Monsoon season is from December to June. Visibility may not be as good during the monsoon, however, certain locations like the Komodo Islands are a diver’s dream during this time due to an influx of mantas.

Most of Indonesia can be dived year-round with March to October being the most popular time of year to dive. This period of time marks the dry season in most parts of the country, with the exception of some dive areas like Ambon and southern Raja Ampat where most rainfall occurs in May/June to October/September due to the southern monsoon. It's best to visit these areas in the months of November to April for optimal dive conditions.

Generally speaking, Indonesia's climate is almost entirely tropical, with May to September as the dry season, and October to April the rainy season, and with heavier rainfall from December through February. However, the opposite might be true for certain dive areas in Indonesia like Raja Ampat and Ambon, and the best time of year to visit Indonesia really depends on where you intend to stay in the country.

The water temperatures remain quite consistent through the country, hovering at 26°-29°C (82°- 85°F) year-round. Typically, you won't need anything more than a 3-5mm wetsuit, or even a skinsuit. However, the diving conditions and difficulty in Indonesia hugely vary, depending on where and when you dive in the country.

Ambon Bay, Maluku – world class muck diving. Critters that can be seen here include rhinopias, frogfish, ghost pipefish, lots of juvenile fish, stonefish, mandarin fish, nudibranchs, harlequin and coleman shrimps, wonderpus, mimic and flamboyant cuttlefish, and even the much-sought-after psychedelic frogfish.

Alor, East Nusa Tenggara – the hidden gem. This off-the-beaten-path dive destination offers a mix of both world-class wide-angle and macro sites. Pristine coral reefs, steep walls, sloping muck sites--the diving in Alor is really diverse and would please the most discerning diver and underwater photographer.

Banda Sea, Maluku – sea snakes and hammerheads. Most of the diving around the Banda Sea involves excellent wall dives, and great macro sites, but the biggest draw is probably the resident sea snakes at Manuk and Gunung Api islands.

Bali – wrecks and mola molas. Unique critters, fascinating wrecks, beautiful walls, colorful corals, excellent muck dives, huge schools of fish, pelagics--Bali has it all. Technical diving and freediving are also possible in Bali with a good number of reputable dive operations.

Derawan Islands, Borneo – manta rays and whalesharks. Derawan is a remote group of islands in East Kalimantan (East Borneo), and is home to one of the three jellyfish lakes known to men, with the other two located in Palau and Misool Island in Raja Ampat.

Komodo, East Nusa Tenggara – drift dives and world class reefs. Komodo National Park is a group of volcanic islands with over 5,700 giant lizards known as Komodo dragons. This UNESCO World Heritage Site also hosts a world-class scuba diving scene. Imagine drift dives with colorful corals in various formations teeming with marine life, big and small. Divers can see big schools of fish pretty much year-round, as well as eagle and manta rays.

Lembeh, North Sulawesi – muck diving capital. 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 list within a week of diving Lembeh is staggering.

Manado and Bunaken, North Sulawesi – wall dives and reefs. Manado Bay offers a mix of great muck and reef sites, treating divers to unique critters like mimic octopus and flamboyant cuttlefish, as well as various seahorses, squid, nudibranchs, and frogfish.

Raja Ampat, West Papua – the holy grail of Indonesia. Alongside Kaimana Regency and Triton Bay in the south, and Cenderawasih Bay in the east, Raja Ampat archipelago makes up a massive area, collectively known as the Bird’s Head Seascape. Divers can visit the Raja Ampat area many times in their lifes and discover something new each time.

Wakatobi, South East Sulawesi – beautiful coral reefs. Wakatobi's reefs are extremely healthy and offer unique large coral formations, various sea fans, and sponges which are overflowing with marine life. The underwater topography is no less unique, featuring various walls, ridges, and overhangs. While it's not the place for large pelagics, eagle rays and reef sharks can typically be seen.