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Bunaken

Wall diving off Manado. Cheaper than Raja Ampat and far easier to reach.

When to go

Aug, Sep, Oct tend to be the best months here. Dec is usually the one to avoid.

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Aug
29° / 26°Light rain
Sep
29° / 27°Light rain
Oct
29° / 27°Light rain

What a day costs

Food and getting around, per person per day. Flights and accommodation are on top.

Backpacking
IDR 280,000per day
Comfortable
IDR 420,000per day
Treating yourself
IDR 750,000per day

Getting there

Visa for an Indonesian passport
Visa-free entry
Airport
MDC

Visa rules change. Check with the embassy before you book anything.

Things to book ahead

  • Best for tours and activities
  • Best for international esim card

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