Bunaken National Park

National park Manado, Sulawesi Utara, Indonesia

What to expect

Bunaken National Park is a marine park located in the north of Sulawesi Island, Indonesia. The park is home to a rich coral ecosystem, with 390 species of coral and over 2000 species of fish, including the emperor angelfish, Almaco jack, and spotted seahorse. The park also features a 25-50 meter vertical coral wall, inhabited by 13 coral genera, and is a habitat for many other marine species, including mollusks, reptiles, and marine mammals. On land, the islands are rich in species of palm, sago, and coconut, and are home to animals such as the Celebes crested macaque and Sulawesi bear cuscus. The park's mangrove forest is also rich in species of crab, lobster, and sea birds. With its diverse marine and terrestrial ecosystems, Bunaken National Park is a great destination for families to explore and learn about the natural world

Plan your family visit to the Bunaken National Park with these blog insights 👇

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Sulawesi with a toddler

Sulawesi with a toddler
This family's experience:

Activities: We spent time snorkeling and diving, and we especially loved the underwater turtles. Our daughter enjoyed relaxing on the beach and playing with local children in the warm water. She quickly made friends and loved seeing them every day

Highlights: Our daughter enjoyed the simple and relaxed life on the island. "She schloss schnell Freundschaft mit den Kindern vor Ort und freute sich jeden Tag sie am Strand zu treffen." ✨