Bunaken Picture

Hawk Fish of Bunaken

Beautiful Sunset in Bunaken

The famous Wall Dive of Bunaken

Underwater Scenery in Bunaken

Tangkoko Nature Reserve Tour

Celebes Tarsier Spectral

The ideal break for those that want to experience the Real “Jungle”
Tangkoko Nature Reserve is situated approx 2 hours car ride from Manado Town, it consists of 9,000 hectares of prime lush Jungle, the ideal place to trek in search of the Black Crested Macaque. Endemic to North Sulawesi; Small Celebes Cuscus, large eyed marsupial; Celebes Tarsier Spectral, one of the smallest primates in the world; Maleo Bird, endemic to Sulawesi and who lays its eggs in the soil and the amazing Red Knobbed Hornbill almost Regal in appearance.

Package:

Black Crested Macaque

Your trip will start from Cha Cha at 13.30 (just after Lunch), you will transfer to the mainland by speed boat (approx 30 mins) to your awaiting a/c car with driver. The two hour scenic journey will offer you the possibility of seeing mainland daily life, passing many road side fruit sellers and small villages until you arrive to the out skirts of Bitung at which point you will leave the main road and begin the climb up into the Northern Highlands, from here you will be approx 30 minutes away from Tangkoko.

On arrival at Tangkoko our driver will organize your entry to the Park and you will be introduced to your Park Ranger who will, for the following two hours, guide you through the Park and explain to you about the Flora and Fauna of this amazing National Park.
At 18.30 you will start your return drive back to our boat, arriving at Cha Cha at 21.00 and late evening meal.
The above Package includes the following:

1) Boat Transfer from Cha Cha to Manado Mainland and return to Cha Cha
2) Car & Driver from 14.00 to 20.30
3) Petrol
4) Park Entrance fee
5) Park Ranger Guiding Fee (A Tip is always appreciated by the Ranger)
6) Refreshments for the trip

We recommend all participants to have the following:
Long Trousers & Long Sleeve Shirt.
Walking Shoes
Torch
Mosquito Repelent
Package Price US$ 125.00 per person
US$ 145.00 (Single)
US$ 70.00 (Children)
Family Package Price US$ 300.00 (2 adults & 2 Children)

Red-Knobbed Hornbill	Small Sulawesi Cuscus

Basic Facts of Bunaken National Park

Where is Bunaken National Park situated?

Bunaken National Park is located in the Province of North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Geographically,
the Park consists of a northern and southern section (see Map 1). The northern section includes
five islands, and the coastal area between Molas to Tiwoho called the “Molas-Wori Coast”. The
southern section consists entirely of coastal area between Poopoh and Popareng villages, called
the “Arakan-Wawontulap Coast”.
The Park is located close to Manado, the capital city of North Sulawesi. Travelling time between
Manado and Bunaken Island is about 35 minutes by boat.

How big is Bunaken National Park?

The total area of the Park is 79,056 hectares of land and marine area. The northern section
consists of 62,150 Ha and the southern section consists of 16,906 Ha. The area of each island
inside the Park is shown in Table 1 below.

What are the general seasons in Bunaken National Park?

There are 2 major seasons in the area of Bunaken National Park: Wet season and Dry season.
In the Wet season, cool northwesterly winds occur from November until April and bring heavy
rains and occasionally very rough seas. In the dry season, southwestly winds occur between
May until October and bring drier winds and relatively calm seas.
Average air temperature in the Park is 270C with a monthly fluctuation range of 10C to 20C.
Minimum average monthly air temperature is 190C, whereas maximum monthly air temperature
is 340C.
Sea surface temperature around the Park ranges between 270C and 290C throughout the year.
However, sea temperatures over reef flats can be higher than 300C at low tide.

What is the rainfall rate in Bunaken National Park?

Average rainfall in the northern section of the Park is 3,001 - 3,500 mm per year, and in the
southern section average rainful is 2,501 -3,000 mm per year.

Coelacanth

 What is a coelacanth?
Coelacanths are an ancient group of large, lobe-finned fish . They were thought to be extinct for the last 70 million years until a living coelacanth was caught off of South Africa in 1938. How long have coelacanths existed? Fossil records show that coelacanths have existed for about 400 million years, which makes them one of the oldest living animals lineages on earth.


Where in the world are coelacanths found?
Millions of years ago, coelacanths lived in waters all over the world but now they are only known to exist in two small areas of the world: Comoro Islands near Africa and in Manado Tua, North Sulawesi.

What is special about coelacanths?
Many people are interested in coelacanths because they are rare and they are a living fossil. A living fossil is an organism that has not changed in millions of years. For example, if dinosaurs were still alive today, they would be a living fossil too.

What are some unique features of the coelacanths’ appearance?
Coelacanths have seven thick, fleshy, lobbed fins that move in the water in the same manner as a four-legged animal, such as a trotting horse. They also have an extra tail on the end of their body called an “epicaudal” lobe, which no other fishes have. Coelacanths also have a joint on their skull, which is thought
to allow them to open their upper jaw upward when
capturing prey.

How many coelacanths exist today?
The coelacanth population around the Comoro Islands is estimated to be less than 500 individuals. The population at Manado Tua is not yet known. Other populations may exist in other part of Indonesia, or even in the rest of the world but they have not yet been.

Bunaken Island

MANADO, BUNAKEN
Situated on the quiet Eastern part of Bunaken Island is the small,
intimate and secluded Bunaken Cha Cha Nature Resort,
accommodating a maximum of 20 guests in 10 twin or double
bed en-suite cottages with large balconies overlooking the
beautiful island of Siladen, the outer islands in the distance and
the volcanos of Manado Mainland.
All Cottages are constructed of local timber in traditional style,
with private bathroom, verandah, mosquito net and ceiling fan;
though breezy and comfortable on this part of the island, we
have added A/C to all our Superior Cottages for guests who feel
the tropics may be a little too hot.




The large balcony of the Restaurant,Bar and Reception (24 hr)
overlooks our private beach and house reef, from here
you can marvel at the rising sun, full moon or just gaze empty
minded into the star-studded night. Our Kitchen Staff provide our guests with the opportunity to taste the wonders of Indonesian, Chinese, Japanese and occasionally Western dishes, whether you like spicy (our home made Dabu Dabu), are vegetarian or just like a "food" adventure, we are sure that our team will not fail you.


Cha Cha offers its guests a variety of activities from Scuba
Diving through our Padi affiliated Diving center, Diving
Courses, Guided Snorkeling trips, guided treks around the
island, Mainland Tours, Massage Service and of course ...Tranquility.

Remote and Unspoiled, Bunaken Cha Cha Nature resort with its
stunning romantic setting, private beach and extraordinary house
reef makes an excellent choice for couples, groups of friends, families divers and non-divers alike.

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