DIVE BORNEO: NUNUKAN ISLAND ESCAPE
Nestled in Indonesia’s remote Maratua Atoll, Nunukan Island offers divers and nature lovers an intimate retreat surrounded by pristine reefs and untouched tranquillity.
A Secluded Retreat
Located at the southern tip of the Maratua Atoll off East Kalimantan, Nunukan Island provides effortless access to its remarkable house reef. With only 22 spacious beachfront bungalows, guests enjoy privacy, calm and an authentic island atmosphere. Each bungalow features air conditioning, a safe, minibar, mosquito net and a private terrace furnished with a comfortable daybed overlooking the lagoon.
Island Living & Dining
At the centre of the island, a three-tiered restaurant and bar showcase sweeping ocean views. Breakfast is served à la carte, offering both continental and Asian options, while full-board guests can enjoy a three-course lunch and a refined four-course dinner. The Gekko Bar, artfully built around existing trees, is a welcoming place to unwind after a day in the water.
Exceptional Diving
Just steps from your bungalow lies Nunukan’s breathtaking house reef – a dramatic wall stretching the length of the island. Divers are dropped by boat at the ideal entry point and drift along vibrant coral formations before being collected at the surface. Beyond the house reef, world-class dive sites await: Sangalaki’s manta rays, Kakaban’s famous Jellyfish Lake, and the thrilling currents of Big Fish Country. Marine life varies from rare macro creatures to schooling fish and pelagics including grey reef, leopard and thresher sharks. An unexplored atoll 30 minutes south offers further adventure for the curious.
Nunukan Island promises an exceptional blend of serenity, diversity and unspoilt beauty – a rare gem for divers seeking something truly special.
