Trip Extensions

Take a first-hand look at Casalay Resort in Puerto Galera, read all about its peaceful hillside setting, excellent diving, and easy access to the vibrant reefs of Verde Island.

North Sulawesi is famous for what’s underwater, but the Minahasa Highlands, just an hour from Manado, reveal a different side of the region: volcanoes, crater lakes, rainforest wildlife, and rich local culture. This privately guided 4-day extension pairs perfectly with a Bunaken or Lembeh dive trip, whether you’re adding land time to your own itinerary or it’s an independent adventure for non-diving companions.

Our travel advisors and trip leaders are always on the move, exploring the underwater world! Using their firsthand experience and feedback from our valued guests, we've curated a list that showcases the best diving in the world in 2026. Learn when to go, where to stay, top dive sites, and more. 

Bluewater Travel’s Cozumel 2026 trip at Iberostar Resort, operated by Dressel Divers, delivered a week of outstanding Caribbean diving conditions, consistent weather, and abundant marine life.

If you’ve been dreaming about diving North Sulawesi but can’t decide between Bunaken, Bangka, or Lembeh Strait, this trip lets you experience all three in one journey. Enjoy seamless dive boat transfers, comfortable oceanfront resorts, and some of Indonesia’s most memorable underwater encounters – without wasting time on long road trips or extra flights.

Read all about Bluewater’s Spring 2026 macro photography workshops in Anilao, featuring rare marine life encounters, blackwater dives, underwater photography training, and unforgettable moments at Crystal Blue Resort.

April 2026 delivered a standout Philippines dive itinerary blending Dumaguete and Apo Island’s famous macro life with a week aboard the MY Gypsy in Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park. The journey began with relaxed shore diving before heading offshore into one of Southeast Asia’s most remote marine parks, moving from small critters in the sand to pelagic action along dramatic reef walls.