26 | LUXlife Magazine Best Dive & Snorkelling Resort 2025 – Asia Surrounded by colourful coral reefs and crystal-clear waters, Bunaken is one of Indonesia’s most diverse diving destinations. The island offers access to over 90 superb dive sites, from gentle walls with sandy bottoms to vibrant reef tops and exciting muck diving on the mainland. Bunaken Oasis is a resort and spa redefining diving in Bunaken through a five-star luxury experience that seamlessly integrates ethical and sustainable practices. We caught up with Georgie Bartlett, Sales and Marketing Director, as the resort is named in the Resorts and Retreats Awards 2025. Bunaken Oasis Dive Resort is on a mission to raise the standard for luxury dive resorts by offering an exceptional experience rooted in ethical sustainability and genuine community engagement. The resort is built on four core values: luxury and excellence, environmental stewardship, community empowerment and respect, and safety and professionalism. These values shape every aspect of the resort’s operations, from guest care and dive safety to local initiatives and marine protection. The resort features 12 spacious, traditionally built cottage, including two family cottages. Guests can enjoy a relaxed cocktail bar and a full-service restaurant, with the resort’s striking free-form infinity pool as a focal point. Complete with sun-loungers and poolside access to the bar, it is the perfect spot for guests to unwind and relax after a day’s diving. Of course, the true highlight is Bunaken Oasis five-star dive experience. The PADI Dive Centre offers a comfortable classroom, a spacious camera room for photographers, and ample freshwater tanks. Guests dive from one of Bunaken Oasis’ purpose-built boats – three 14m boats and two 16m traditional wooden vessels – all equipped with freshwater deck showers, catering facilities, and excellent setups for photographers. Across its operations, Bunaken Oasis leads in ethical tourism. The resort minimises its environmental footprint through advanced waste management, sustainable sourcing, and careful water conservation. By using its own bore holes with water makers and ultraviolet treatment, the resort avoids plastic bottles and ensures all water on site is safe to drink. The team also contributes to marine conservation, including mangrove planting and reef protection. “While many resorts offer either luxury or ethical travel, Bunaken Oasis delivers both,” says Georgie. “Our guests enjoy state-of-theart dive facilities, exquisite accommodation and warm, personalised service – all while knowing their stay supports the protection of Bunaken’s pristine marine environment and benefits the local community.” The Bunaken Oasis team is at the heart of the experience. Made up of passionate individuals with a strong work ethic and natural service skills, the resort prioritises local recruitment, particularly from Bunaken Island, to support the community and share authentic local knowledge. The team embraces a culture of constant learning and improvement, knowing that “good” is never enough in a world full of luxury resorts. Today’s travellers increasingly seek authentic, immersive, and personalised experiences. Bunaken Oasis meets these expectations with small dive groups led by expert local guides, traditional architecture throughout the resort, and a focus on local food and cultural engagement – creating a truly memorable Indonesian adventure. Luxury and wellness-focused travel is also on the rise, and Bunaken Oasis is perfectly placed to meet this demand by maintaining five-star standards throughout the guest experience. Looking ahead, the resort continues to refine its luxury offerings and strengthen its sustainable infrastructure, ensuring it remains a leading destination for divers and snorkellers worldwide. “Our focus is on continually enhancing what we do best,” Georgie adds. “From keeping our dive boats in pristine condition to upgrading our services and facilities, we ensure that every guest enjoys an unforgettable, responsible, and completely indulgent stay in Bunaken.” Contact: Georgie Bartlett Company: Oasis Diving Limited Website: www.bunakenoasis.com AIM-Jun25186
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