Carnival on the Reef

Published August 18, 2024

At Wakatobi, it’s easy to get caught up in the show. Remember the excitement when the carnival came to town? The midway envelops you in a blurring parade of festive colors and frenetic activity. Show-stopping beauties steal the limelight, roving bands of juveniles flit in and out of the crowd, and there are plenty of […]

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Wakatobi’s Macro Magic

Published December 17, 2018

For divers and snorkelers, the benefits of Wakatobi’s ongoing commitment to conservation are plain to see. Delve into the waters of the private marine reserve that surrounds the resort and you will discover a vista of pristine coral formations and thriving marine life. But perhaps even more impressive are the things the big picture doesn’t […]

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Ambush Artists

Published May 1, 2017

When you are drifting along a sun-spangled coral slope at Wakatobi, everything may seem serene and relaxing. But in reality, the reefs are teeming with ruthless predators who lie hidden nearby, just waiting to claim their next victim. Some conceal themselves in crevices or bury themselves in debris and strike from cover, while others take […]

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