Happy Gecko Dive Resort - Bunaken

3-star beachfront dive resort on Bunaken Island, North Sulawesi

Accommodation and Views

Happy Gecko Dive Resort Bunaken provides standalone bungalows with views of the sea. Each bungalow has an outdoor seating area and a balcony with a hammock. The wood bungalows include an en suite bathroom and a fan.

Dining and Social Atmosphere

The resort operates a restaurant and bar offering local specialities and a selection of beverages. Meals are served at a big shared dining table, allowing guests to connect with travellers from different countries. Breakfast includes options such as pancakes, toast, nasi goreng, and mee goreng.

Diving and Snorkeling

The resort has a dive centre on site and provides diving and snorkelling facilities. The house reef is a 10-minute swim away with good coral, fish, and green turtles. Dive masters such as Jimmy offer guided dives and PADI courses (Open Water and Advanced).

Location and Transfers

Happy Gecko Dive Resort is located on Bunaken Island, a 45-minute boat ride from Manado Harbour. Manado Harbour is a 30-minute drive from Sam Ratulangi Airport. The hotel offers airport pick-up and boat transfer services at an extra charge.

Resort Facilities and Services

The property includes a private beach area, a garden, an outdoor terrace, and outdoor furniture. Guests can use board games and puzzles, and the resort provides laundry and luggage storage services. Private check-in and check-out, key access, and parking are available.

• Diving: On-site dive centre with PADI courses and guided dives
• Snorkeling: House reef reachable by a 10-minute swim
• Accommodation: Standalone bungalows with sea views, balcony, and hammock
• Dining: Restaurant and bar with local specialities, shared table meals
• Transfers: Airport pick-up and boat transfer services from Manado
• Activities: Boat trips for diving and snorkelling, motorbike rentals on the island

Licence number: 55120,9120400360959