Wakatobi Dive Resort has been operating since 1995, and in all that time, we've strived to actively
capture guest feedback, improve upon problem areas, and to deliver the best possible dive experience in
the world. There have been bumps along the way, but in the end, positive guest comments give us the
greatest satisfaction, especially when everything goes right!
| | "We loved our time in Wakatobi. Most importantly, the diving was the best we have ever experienced and we have over 700 dives all over the world. The health of the marine environment and the abundance and diversity of the sea life is unequaled anywhere. Secondly, the dive staff is excellent. Our dive master had just the right combination of experience , knowledge, patience and humor. His knowledge of topography and sea life at Wakatobi was exceptional and his modesty and orientation to service made our diving experience both enjoyable and educational. Thirdly, the dive team and the Waka dive boats made everything very easy and convenient for us. Fourthly, the accommodations and food were great and helped us feel comfortable and refreshed day and night. Last, we met many new friends among our fellow guests at Wakatobi and I've never been so impressed with the overall diving and underwater photographic skills of the clientele of a dive resort.
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Michael and Carolyn Mustille - January 2012
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| | "Your staff are great; friendly, courteous, attentive, professional and made our stay an absolute pleasure, from the boats to the dive center, the front desk, housekeeping, restaurant, beach cleaning crew, everyone! Overall a great resort with just the right amount of luxury without becoming artificial. Fabulous diving, good accommodation, friendly helpful staff in every department, excellent tasty and varied food. One of the best!
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Kim and Ken Jenkins - January 2012
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| | "We have had the privilege of visiting some of the best diving operations around the world (both liveaboards and resorts) and must say that Wakatobi is in the absolute top category among the very best.
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Anna-Stina Partanen and Joakim Wedlund - January 2012
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| | "Great organization and very friendly staff! Everything was good and you really get to relax and concentrate on diving only, as everything else will be done for you. You made us feel like we were part of a big family. We appreciate your efforts for the environment, the reefs here are the cleanest we have ever seen in Indonesia. We tried to think about things to improve, but everything seems to be good. We loved the spa, the therapist was very friendly and the massages were great. I think that the tension relief massage should be declared as a must have for divers!
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Maryna, Artem, Maria, Dmitry and Olga - January 2012
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| | "Our stay at Wakatobi was excellent. Land staff, boat crew and dive masters (of course) were very nice, friendly and helped us a lot. Food was fantastic , our best regards to the chef. Wakatobi is a very beautiful place and we will definitely come back.
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Nonna Pokras and Mikhail Petrov - January 2012
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| | "We've had a wonderful visit. The diving, snorkeling, dinning and service was superb. There is nothing we would improve upon. Thanks to Lorenz for having the vision and thanks to the great staff for making this all possible.
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Bruce and Donna Burke - January 2012
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| | "Wow, Wakatobi has developed into a really wonderful operation (Our first visit in 1999). Seriously, even since our last visit a few years ago, much has improved. Food extraordinary, and it is cooked and served by some of the nicest warmest people we have ever met. We would love to return, just because the staff is so welcoming, but of course the fabulous diving, comfortable bungalows and overall beauty are factors as well. Thank you very much also for meeting us at the airport on arrival, we felt like royalty. The fluo dive rocked, if you like night diving, a totally awesome experience. The reef will never look the same again.
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Barbara and Chaz Taylor - January 2012
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| | "Superb service, guest focused, sharp eye for detail and continuously improving. This was my 5th visit to Wakatobi and I have seen it evolve from 2004 onwards. The management and staff put great effort in listening to the guests and provide immediate action when possible or find other solutions. The private dive guide is a fantastic idea and I truly enjoyed the services provided by the dive guides. Not only during the dive (great eye for detail) but also around the dive, taking care of the equipment etc. It is amazing that all staff knows everyone by name already from the first day. Wakatobi has not lost the friendly familiar atmosphere which is often the case in highly professional organizations. Great eye for detail from pygmies to guest services.
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Jeroen Potjes - January 2012
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| | "Home is where your story begins, but if you are very lucky, Wakatobi is where your underwater marine story continues!
This was my 2nd visit to Wakatobi & we enjoyed everything about the experience. The dive sites were more beautiful then I remembered from 2008! Our dive guides: Paula & Ketut were fantastic !, the WakaIV boat crew were quite fun & accommodating. Paula was especially entertaining, animated & informative during her briefs in the media center (Fluo diving, Anemone fishes, Pygmy Seahorses, etc.). Ana was an awesome substitute dive guide, we also enjoyed her company above water at dinner & the Jetty bar :)! Miguel was incredibly accommodating as well. The food was delicious !!! & the entire restaurant staff was a joy. My wife (MC) especially liked her Indonesian cooking class with Chef Andy (as well as her many trips to the boutique & massages). What can't you say about Budi? Budi always greeted us with a warm, cheerful smile whenever we arrived or left the restaurant!!! Oh yeah, Bungalow 7 was the bomb! Our romantic, candlelit dinner by the water was supercalifragilistic in every way, Arya was the perfect host! And last, but not least...there is the perfect Jetty Bartender - Jack! My wife & I hit our 25th anniversary in 2012 & our trip to Wakatobi was a grand start to an all year celebration!"
Matt and MC Hatley - January 2012
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| | "This is my fourth trip to Wakatobi and I know I'll be back! It seems that the Resort couldn't get any better, but each time I return, something has improved. If it weren't for the long flights from the US East Coast to Bali, I would come here every year!
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Curt Harpold - January 2012
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| | "From the time we reached the airport, the service and kindness have been beyond compare. The assistance getting through the airport was a very pleasant and much appreciated surprise. We have nothing but praise for the entire operation. Five stars in every aspect. The food was beyond compare. The staff knows your name and they care for your every need. Definitely a place to come back too.
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Wayne and Maureen Wendle - January 2012
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| | "Was an extremely happy camper! Definitely one for each serious divers bucket list and something to return to. Compliments to all involved in setting this up and all involved in maintaining it.
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Gerard and Anjo van Kelckhoven - January 2012
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| | "We really enjoyed our stay here again. The diving is extraordinary and the divemasters are extremely knowledgeable and helpful. The library and evening talks are fun and informative. The food is excellent, terrific variety and high quality. All of the staff are friendly and helpful. The med kit was great to help sore ears and scrapes. The bungalows are very comfortable, we enjoyed the tours and cooking class. We had a romantic dinner which was very special and memorable. The attention to details is impressive, the staff remember our names, preferences, acknowledge diving milestones with special drinks etc. We will come back again and tell others!
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Mike and Kendra Chittenden - January 2012
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| | "This place is like a little paradise on earth! No cars, no airplane noise; only the sound of the wind in the palm trees. Food is fantastic, so is the friendliness of all the staff. One little advice to divers, bring a magnifying glass. There are so many small creatures to see that is mind blogging.
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Jens M. Wiig - January 2012
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| | "It is very rare for everything to go right in a vacation, but the wonderful staff and dive team went out of their way to make sure that it did. I can hardly wait to return!
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John Meyer - January 2012
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| | "We absolutely enjoyed everything. Our dive master was always smiling, helpful, knowledgeable, pointing out all the big and the little things. We thoroughly enjoyed every dive.
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Marion and Axel Flomm - December 2011
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| | "Wakatobi is truly a one of a kind resort experience. All of the local staff, restaurant, boat crew, housekeeping and other local staff are extremely friendly and helpful. The dive staff was also very friendly knowledgeable and helpful. This has been my third visit to Wakatobi and I know I will return again hopefully very soon
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Jeff Thares - December 2011
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| | "Our vacation experience has been memorable. Wakatobi ranks near the top of the dive destinations we have visited over the past 20 years, comparable to Solomon islands. Allowing divers 70+ minutes bottom time is truly appreciated when so many outfitters now restrict bottom time & rush surface intervals. Your remote location appeals to us as it automatically limits the number of divers per year. The staff at Wakatobi are superb! The small attention to detail & genuine welcome feeling is comforting. Accommodation are great and cleanliness is outstanding - not an easy feat to accomplish in the tropics! Food was plentiful and delicious!
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Laura and Lowell Bohn - December 2011
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| | "Great above the water and below! Great resort and amazing food. We have been so well looked after by both the dive crew and the local staff, nothing is ever a problem and they anticipate every need. The flowers to congratulate us on our wedding were a beautiful thoughtful touch and the resort a perfect honeymoon destination. Thank you, we will be back!
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Alastair Pollock and Kate Lang - December 2011
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| | "Our experience at Wakatobi far exceeded our expectations. We have been looked after extremely well, from the moment we arrived in Bali until the last day of our trips. Everyone needs to be thanked. We loved our romantic dinner and we enjoyed all meals in the restaurant. Our dive guide and the boat crew was incredibly helpful, friendly and polite. We enjoyed every single dive. The fluo dive - WOW!!! Fantastic service, fantastic resort and most importantly fantastic diving. Spoil yourself and spend a week at Wakatobi.
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Greg and Julie Zieschang - December 2011
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Featured Endorsement"From the first minute you touch down in Bali you are so well taken care of, all you have to do is enjoy the experience.
The resort, the accommodation, the food and above all the staff are truly amazing."
TripAdvisor profile: MaAxMelbourne - December 2011
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| | "Wonderful, fabulous experience! Diving was not only great, but organization, service of crew, knowledge, friendliness of guides was outstanding! Food is outstanding, what a surprise! This will be the experience of your life, whether you're a master diver or a snorkeler, Wakatobi is the place you'll come back to year after year.
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Janet Carr - December 2011
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| | "Five star quality on all counts! Gracious and personable / personalized service by all resort staff, from restaurant to housekeeping to front desk and spa personnel, made us feel welcome and special. True VIP treatment! Food was beyond from chef quality and variety of selections.I highly recommend Wakatobi even to non-divers; plenty to do and enjoy even when not in the water. Ultimate paradise getaway! The divemasters were perfect in anticipating all needs. They were great at pointing out all the tiny things. The 70 minute dives were quantity + quality. The unlimited shore dives were fabulous. It was also nice to solo dive with a pony bottle. The fluo dive was breathtaking. A once in a lifetime experience. The pinnacle of dive resorts and the perfect island getaway even for non divers. We are already planning on coming back.
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Todd and Sue Allen - December 2011
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| | "We greatly appreciate the many times we were asked how things were going and the incredible response to the few things we mentioned. Our dive guide was an excellent guide and a great companion. Blue Water, white glove service. You have to dive it to believe it.
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John and Suzette Sommerer - December 2011
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| | "Excellent. Thank you for making us so welcome and our holiday special and enjoyable. All the staff and -and we mean ALL- contribute to the small details that make Wakatobi Dive Resort different and so special. Built by divers, for divers with attention to details that make the perfect diving holiday.
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Yvonne and Archie Covell - December 2011
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| | "We had a very comfortable and nice holiday. All the staff continuously provided good service to all the guests. The food was also was delicious and varied and we really liked the restaurant. We think it's the best dive resort restaurant we've ever been to so far. There were thousands of creatures in the water, we were excited on every dive. Our dive was safe and comfortable. Thank you very much for everything.
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Koichiro Mine and Kiyomi Nishima - December 2011
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| | "Village tour and resort tour were interesting experiences. Very friendly resort, nothing was too much trouble for staff. Very sociable atmosphere, enjoyed meeting fellow guests. A resort that takes its 'eco' credentials seriously, a model for everyone else.
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The Shaw Family - December 2011
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| | "Thank you to all the staff for a wonderful holiday, the food, the diving and the friendly staff were all fantastic. We were made to feel at home and cared for especially when we were sick. Our dive guide was a great instructor and guide. The dive guides did a thorough job by reminding divers of good diving etiquette. We loved the bungalows especially the beach side bungalow. We loved Andy the chef and the restaurant staff particularly and loved the personal touches the room staff made when making up our rooms. We had a great time on our honeymoon and feel we've made friends at Wakatobi. Thank you to our new friends, we had a fantastic honeymoon. 2 frog fish and countless turtles and pygmies. We'll be back!
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Allan and Shelley Lantzke - December 2011
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| | "We loved our stay at Wakatobi. All of our needs were met beyond our expectations and the kids had a blast. The diving was phenomenal, so much to see and explore for our family with divers at all levels of certification. The dive masters were amazing at working with each child individually to improve their diving but more importantly to become active in their own diving experiences. I could dive the house reef for hours! Aside from the best dive experience we have ever had, the service on land was one of the best we have had in Asia. Every need (and there were so few) was met and the staff was all super friendly, well suited for their roles, knowledgeable and superb. The food was so yummy, I feared none of my clothes would fit on the return trip. It was an amazing family dive trip with something on land and sea for all of us. We had every need met with lovely smiles and so much knowledge from the dive masters. We could dive the house reef for hours. I only wish the pygmy sea horses were bigger, next time make the pygmy sea horses bigger (just kidding). The children are all asking when we can return. Quite a feat for 3 very different children including 2 teenagers.
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Lael Stanczak - December 2011
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| | "Our compliments to the great service we received both at the dining room and from our dive guide. Our dive guide was very attentive and knowledgeable, excellent personal guide. The kitchen truly accommodated our dietary choices! Thank you to the staff for being so naturally warm and friendly to us. Your winning combination is the extremely personalized care you provide guests along with truly spectacular reefs. We absolutely love the resort and diving here! We wish you the best and we assure you that our comments to friends are always complimentary.
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Francis and Conchita Lee - December 2011
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| | "We had an amazing time at this incredible place. The scenery is absolutely wonderful. The resort atmosphere is really nice and the staff super friendly. The diving experience is outstanding.
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Lais and Paulo Koelle - December 2011
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| | "We really loved our eleven days at Wakatobi. The biggest highlight was the reef, of course, but absolutely everything about the resort was outstanding. The staff members were all kind, helpful and incredibly positive. I loved how everyone knew our names. I wish I had learned theirs as well. All the dive guides we had were fantastic, each with a bit different style of finding critters. We like to dive a bit away from other divers and didn't feel at all restricted or limited. I saw all of the fish and many invertebrates I'd hope to see. Thank you for protecting the reefs around Wakatobi. We've dived all over the world and have never seen healthier corals and such biodiversity of fish and invertebrates. Thank you for your stewardship. There aren't enough superlatives to describe our total experience.
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Sheri and Jeff Tonn - December 2011
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| | "We both have no bad comments, everything was great, every last detail was well thought out and perfectly executed. We are very impressed to find all the quality Wakatobi has to offer from service to great food and excellently trained staff in one of the most remote places in the world. A big thank you to all the staff and a huge compliment to their managers. We will be back with even bigger expectations, surely you will find these easy to live up to. From the first enquiry, to the last bubble, everything was simply: Perfect!
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Ben and Tugba Jecklin - December 2011
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Featured Endorsement"The diving was consistently excellent on every site visited, not like some, where you have to include the mediocre along with the good. Every dive was an adventure and we always came up with comments of "Awesome", "Wow", and "That was the Best"."
Dustin Hurlbut - November 2011
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Featured Endorsement"As an underwater photographer, Wakatobi exceeded my expectations on so many fronts. From the trouble free check in of my heavy camera gear on Wakatobi's transfer from Bali through to the provision of a highly knowledgeable personal dive site guide, my two week stay was hugely productive and extremely enjoyable. The daily dive routine was faultless with quite frankly the best organized dive operation I have ever experienced. With nothing being too much trouble for the extremely friendly and sociable boat crew, gearing up for every dive was pleasurable and easy. All you had to do was just be on the boat...Wakatobi's dive operation took care of everything else. With 5 star food consistent in quality every day and the perfect comfort found in Wakatobi's new luxurious select villa, I found myself wanting very little other than more hours in the day for diving"
Warren Baverstock - November 2011
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| | "The staff are very kind and always go out of their way to see if you need anything, say hi, and somehow remember all of our names. They truly make you feel welcome and part of the Wakatobi family. The accommodations and meals are amazing for a location in the middle of nowhere. The dive operations are great as well. The dive masters are very detailed in their knowledge of the reefs. The supporting staff always makes sure that there is a warm towel or snack awaiting each re-entry back to the boat. Thanks for another great week!
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Todd Sommer - November 2011
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| | "The resort is a very nice resort, everything was fantastic. All staff are very friendly and they help you with any question you have. The food is really amazing and very delicious. The diving is planned prefectly, small groups and very competent dive instructors. My husband did not dive and the snorkeling was also great. We also like the way the resort is managed. The ecological way and the cooperation with the villages around in our opinion is the right way to do it. We will recommend this place to all divers and also snorkelers.
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Elisabeth and Heinz Wolf - November 2011
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| | "From booking, to meet and greet, to farewell your staff was superb. Your reef is beautiful and reflects the care you take to protect it. Thank you for providing this outstanding dive opportunity.
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Neal Langerman and Sharron Sussman - November 2011
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| | "Paradise found. Accommodations are comfortable and spacious. Staff and dive masters are always courteous, helpful, knowledgeable and all go the extra mile to assure that guests' needs and wants are met. The green recycling water + waste management are to be commended. The grounds are clean and lovely. The food and bar service was wonderful. The diving and snorkeling are amazing. Healthy reefs, wonderful diversity. Many amenities and comforts. All dive staff are fun, safe and helpful. With luck, I shall return.
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Linda Johnson - November 2011
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| | "A week in paradise, the best dive week for us ever. Wonderful community / village feel to Wakatobi. The accommodations are fabulous, the setting is extraordinary. Great dive team, diligent, attentive team of helpers behind the scene making sure gear is transferred without error. The food was outstanding, a fusion of Indo-European. We will return!
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John and Lise Rideout - November 2011
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| | "The bungalows were wonderful, housekeeping did a great job. The bed was very comfortable. I liked the coffee and water pitcher in the room. The resorts' casual feel is great. The food was phenomenal! Give the chef a raise! Excellent diving, great guides and boat crew. Pretty much a perfect week. If you're a diver, you must come! A very intimate resort where everybody knows your name.
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Nicolette Dunn - November 2011
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| | "Outstanding! The dive masters listened to our comments, concerns and directed dives to fit our skills and interest levels / area. They are safe, knowledgeable and friendly, and the support dive team was also attentive and helpful. The service at the restaurant was excellent. The staff are very attentive. The chef is magnificent, all food was 1st class! The rooms were well kept, and the housekeeping staff gave expedient response to questions / concerns.
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Dan and Gretchen Winter - November 2011
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| | "We have been recommending Wakatobi based on a visit in 2005. Now that we have enjoyed the new facilities, we will recommend Wakatobi even more enthusiastically. The diving was fantastic, we had forgotten how amazing the reefs are. The crew and support staff on Wakatobi III who were even more amazing. The Villa was gorgeous, love the outdoor shower. The biggest surprise was the food, the attention to detail and quality were beyond anything we've had at a resort. Superb overall. We will be back and won't wait 6 years. Thank you for a ever valuable experience
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Wayne Wilner and Alice Gates - November 2011
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| | "Wakatobi is truly living the dream of a perfect vacation. You have thought of everything. Medical staff excellent, medical needs attended to with great concerns and care to make your trip the best. Housekeeping was great, room always clean! Water, sand and corals always clean. What a surprise having the wait staff in the restaurant know my name also remembering what we like to drink. The tour was excellent, such care about the village people, jobs, environment, joy + pleasure for all. Spa massage was great, very attentive to detail. Amazing diving, delicious food, excellence in diving safety and excellent accommodations!
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Jeff Kron - November 2011
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Art and Debbie Gowling - November 2011
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| | "We have had a lovely visit to Wakatobi. Every staff member has "bent over backwards" to accommodate our preferences. The dive staff is especially supportive, knowledgeable, flexible, unfailingly pleasant. Accommodations are picturesque and beautiful. Spa service extensive, nice. Of course the diving is "off the charts" huge variety of animal and coral, incredible range and color from soft pastels to neon. Well worth the hours of travel, world class best diving.
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Lee and Mike Moisio - November 2011
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Jamie and Cindy Tuckwell - November 2011
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Chris Mueller - November 2011
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Jeanne Sleeper - November 2011
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Bill and Naurelle Murtha - November 2011
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Kevin and Lynn Chapman - November 2011
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Max and Arlene Quenon - November 2011
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Connie and Charlie Busch - November 2011
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John & Jo Beeble - November 2011
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Masten and Heather Hamlin - November 2011
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Karen Praxel Hanks - November 2011
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Tracy Horovatin - November 2011
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J. Daniel Horovatin - November 2011
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Jen Krapez and Chris Saunders - November 2011
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Kent Rychel - November 2011
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Heather Courneya - November 2011
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Nora Mark - November 2011
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Mike McCabe and Heather Lemieux - November 2011
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Ron Bogart and Nancy Olmsted - November 2011
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Daniel Louw - November 2011
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George and Tracey Vogl - November 2011
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Nichelle Kunecke - November 2011
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Featured Endorsement""Exceeded my expectation" has become a promotional cliche, but is the Wakatobi reality. From food to service to dive professionalism, this is a cut above. Plus and most importantly, the diving delivers!
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Stephen Frink - October 2011
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Featured Endorsement"Wakatobi has some stunning underwater scenery and formations. And of course, the fish are amazingly colorful. The soft corals, and the critters that inhabit them, provide a color palette that seems to make our waters a bit drab in comparison. From giant puffers, tiny longsnout hawkfish, cuttlefish and many species we don't have in the Caribbean, to the backdrop of colorful walls, ledges and dropoffs, it's a photographers' heaven. It's a unique and wonderful place, and if I ever get the chance, I will go back, and stay longer. It's that special."
Tim Grollimund - October 2011
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Featured Endorsement"Having dived some of the most pristine and varied reefs in the world, I was amazed by the incredible diving offered at Wakatobi. No dive location anywhere can possibly surpass Wakatobi.
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Joyce Mutz - October 2011
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Featured Endorsement"Overall a spectacular visit! The chef and the restaurant staff are amazing! The food was superb and the servers were friendly, helpful and considerate, especially of the baby. Thank you for the crib! The diving was great as always (per Asti), the dive guide for the kids was fantastic, extremely patient and encouraging. We also had a great snorkeling guide, the crew at Waka III were also wonderful. The presentation at the rooms was wonderful. The kids' bungalow looked like an indoor tent ground and the crib and diaper changing table were perfect. Housekeeping was excellent and quick."
Rob and Asti Livingston - October 2011
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Dr. Dennis and Sarah Wagner - October 2011
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Kathryn Earhart - October 2011
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Christa Engelmann and Remo Michel - October 2011
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Tom and Arli White - October 2011
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Randy and Gail Kunkle - October 2011
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Kyoko Onaka - October 2011
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Takako Hayashi - October 2011
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Paula Tomlinson - October 2011
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Masao Kawasaki - October 2011
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Riley Tennant - October 2011
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Robert and Diane Nicastro - October 2011
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Mark Waddell - October 2011
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Paula Selby - October 2011
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The Singhsacha family - October 2011
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Gail and Sandy Cohen - October 2011
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Lee and Vey Johnson - October 2011
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Paul and Renee McDonald - October 2011
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Julian and Rosa Steeds - October 2011
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Mary Bock - October 2011
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Jonathan Adams - October 2011
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Leon and Jefrie Adams - October 2011
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Pam and Dave Smith - October 2011
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Wakatobi is a 5-star, world class destination, with superb diving, unmatched service, and gourmet diving. We will be back there as soon as possible.
Our special thanks to our dive master, who helped us feel comfortable before we set foot on the dive boats. We also wish to thank many others at the restaurant for their impeccable service. We also owe a special thanks to everyone who took care of us with our accommodations, especially our personal valet. All of your care in doing the best job possible was not unnoticed.
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Lee and Betty Monthei - October 2011
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Virginia Davis - October 2011
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Olive Vanselow - October 2011
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Leona Holaday - October 2011
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Cynthia Brownsmith - October 2011
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Mike Menzies and Trish Courtright - October 2011
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Featured Endorsement"Wakatobi resort puts forth the very best in friendliness, the desire to help, the food, the accommodations, and most importantly the people. Everyone always had a smile and were never too busy to answer questions or offer assistance on any matter. Wakatobi's attention to detail is unsurpassed."
TripAdvisor profile: Howard W - October 2011
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TripAdvisor profile: Diverdad1 - October 2011
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Featured Endorsement"I have simply never seen a place as beautiful as Wakatobi. Each day I would wake up, look at the palms, the crystal clear sea and the golden-white beaches and think that this had to be the most beautiful place on the planet.
Every single dive site we visited was an award winning adventure in itself!"
Duncan Zillman - September 2011
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John and Linda Simmons - September 2011
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Claudia and Christian Pints - September 2011
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Andrea Dec and Bill Jenkins - September 2011
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Cat Urso & Darren Green - September 2011
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Markus Fritze and Lisa Keller - September 2011
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Caroline and Nicolas Posnansky - September 2011
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Geroge and Joan Houghton - September 2011
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Kazumi Matsumoto - September 2011
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Mei Lin Tan & Timothy Dalgleish - September 2011
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Melanie Cushion & Ronald Brubaker - September 2011
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Steve and Jan Chapple - September 2011
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Lynn & David Cross - September 2011
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Yoshihiko & Chieko Yamada - September 2011
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Sandra Mitchell & Melissa Chu - September 2011
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Lisa, Aaron and Zachary Baggs - September 2011
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John Dillon - September 2011
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Erwin Nijs and Francine Saenen - September 2011
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Sam and Shannon March - September 2011
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Featured Endorsement"The Resort has the feel of a world class resort, with it's food, service, friendliness and organization. It's as if you are part of the family. Add the great diving and you have an unbelievable experience!! "
George Schneider - September 2011
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Featured Endorsement"We decided to return after 5 years and were very concerned that maybe we had made the wrong choice. We definitely did not! My husband is a very keen diver and I a snorkeller and we were so well catered for. Would I go back ? definitely! and I very rarely ever visit a resort more than once but this has everything for both of us so hopefully we will not leave it 5 years before we return again even though it is probably one of the most difficult places for us to get to.
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TripAdvisor profile: fussylady - September 2011
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Matt Murray and Lisa Prassack - September 2011
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Mick and Kath Gulson - September 2011
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Martha Wreford and Davina Reay - September 2011
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Chuck Streamer and Nancy Giunto - September 2011
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Andy and Debbie Knight - September 2011
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Ron and Laurie Boreisha - September 2011
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Carolyn Hori - September 2011
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Sonnie Talley - September 2011
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Gregory Clinton - September 2011
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Joe and Anna Tipper - September 2011
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Featured Endorsement"Wakatobi is the best dive resort we've ever been to. Despite it's absurdly remote location it delivers great comfort, food and service. But what sets it apart, and makes the trip more than worthwhile, is the unmatched diving."
TripAdvisor profile: Rory C - September 2011
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Featured Endorsement""Dear Webster Dictionary, would you please add the Pelagian Liveaboard and the Wakatobi Resort under WOW!"
Ralph Naruszewicz - September 2011
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Kathleen & Joe Marino - August 2011
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Kevin & Janelle Graves - August 2011
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Peter Joseph - August 2011
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Bruno Schonbachler - August 2011
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Ken & Maria Nerius - August 2011
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Ashley Martin & Miguel Velasquez - August 2011
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Lois Fredricks - August 2011
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Donna Krantz - August 2011
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Jeff & Donna Dornbos - August 2011
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| | "Excellent service, food presentation and taste was wonderful! Love the ratio of dive master to divers (4:1) . Spa service was wonderful. Can I take my butler home? We were asked repeatedly for feedback / concerns. Didn't wait until end of stay. I really appreciated that. Nice camera room. Liked having my own cup on dive boat and snacks after each dive. I am making a list of all the "new critters" that I haven't seen before. Absolutely what I expected and hoped for after reading the website and that is a true compliment.
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Mike & Renee Christensen - August 2011
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Marcus Lindenlaub and family - August 2011
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Maddalena & Mario Maestri - August 2011
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Paola & Jon Cohen - August 2011
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Silvia Caporiccio & Dario Ellero - August 2011
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Karen & Adam Wandt - August 2011
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Mario Ginelli and Rosa Magro - August 2011
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Giuseppe Baggio and Rosa Niglio - August 2011
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Tomoko and Hiroyuki Tani - August 2011
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Daniela Bianchi - August 2011
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Alessandro Giammona - August 2011
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Greg and Ann Ralph - August 2011
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Pierre Fichant and Elisabeth Loison - August 2011
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Massimo Rapetti - August 2011
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Karl and Marcella Mueller - August 2011
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Paola Del Fabbro and Luca Bonetto - August 2011
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Joe & Meredith Weber - July 2011
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William Scribner - July 2011
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Elizabeth Rotundo - July 2011
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David and Elaine Reubush - July 2011
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Featured Endorsement"We came to Wakatobi after months of hesitation due to the substantial travel time and expense. But it's our 30th wedding anniversary and we decided to come. Since the trip is so far and we just love diving, we made it two weeks and signed up to the Pelagian. This decision to come has been another "best" since the day we said "I do" to each other. We have enjoyed the service provided by the staff so much, just as much as the amazing beauty of this happy healthy reef system. Thank you all for your hard work. Health, harmony & Happiness above and below the sea.
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Gretchen & Alan Ziegler - July 2011
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Martin Kouprie - July 2011
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Marilyn Rabideau - July 2011
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James & Kristi Mickam - July 2011
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Maria VanHart & Julia Sbragia - July 2011
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Peter Findley - July 2011
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Jackie & Brian Work - July 2011
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Bruce & Carole Gunn - July 2011
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Serge Haan & Monique Wiesinger - July 2011
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Naomi & Naoki Yamashita - July 2011
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| | "The resort is well maintained & excellently run. Staff are well trained & the resort has a well practiced system so everyone knows their roles and things run smoothly. Food is great and the chef is very friendly and obliging! The dive guides were helpful and friendly, they also took good care of our children. They are very experienced & managed to find such amazing little critters of microscopic size to point out to us.
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Pek Swan Layanto - July 2011
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Sofia Layanto - July 2011
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Bruce & Stephanie Holland - July 2011
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Nicolas Sieber - July 2011
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Featured Endorsement"Stupendous is the only way to describe the beautiful corals and marine life, with so many different dive sites you start to wish you stayed for at least three weeks. "
Jonathan & Malise Scott-Barrett - July 2011
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Featured Endorsement"The staff, the entire staff, did whatever they could to make my holiday one to remember. Whether it was diving, dining, keeping the room clean and orderly throughout the day, or relaxing, once again everything was taken care of at the highest standard."
Tom Huff - July 2011
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Featured Endorsement"Everything about the resort is top notch, food, dive operation, lodging and the staff. This resort is very expensive but when you are there you understand why, getting everything shipped in by Private plane to a remote location is not cheap. If you need something, there is no running to a store to get it, you are on an island in the middle of no where. "
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| | "We can say without hesitation that this week at Wakatobi Resort has been the best overall vacation of our lives. And sure, the diving and dive staff have been world class, but everything and everyone else at the resort has been truly outstanding! The chef's food is 5 star quality making it difficult not to over eat. He was also very conscience about Jeff's shellfish allergy, offering to make something special. The rooms and housekeeping staff are going to make our return to the US hard to get used to again. Awesome! Paradise is not lost. It's alive and thriving at the Wakatobi Resort! Only wish we were staying longer!
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Sheila Koscomb - June 2011
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Benjamin Haddad - June 2011
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Jim & Erin Brockus - June 2011
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Anne & Alan Brinkley - June 2011
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Tracey & Matt Wunder - June 2011
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Anna Walsh - June 2011
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Ann & David McElhoney - June 2011
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Davin & Gwen Lim - June 2011
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Dave Teron - June 2011
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Margot Bakker - Jurzak - June 2011
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Ron Porszt - June 2011
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Susan & Robert Davidson - June 2011
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Cathy Hays - June 2011
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Joseph Szkotnicki - June 2011
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Jean Stevens - June 2011
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Lynne Fieber - June 2011
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Dominic Denison - June 2011
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Jane Alexander - June 2011
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Andrew Dienes - June 2011
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Christa Staudenmaier and Serge Filion - June 2011
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Mike Schmale - June 2011
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Jen Gamble - June 2011
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Trudy Suijkerbuijk - June 2011
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Sir Ronald Hammond - June 2011
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Karin & Helmut Jung - June 2011
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Odd Rigenholt - June 2011
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Clark Linders - June 2011
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John Green - June 2011
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Rolando and Kathy Navarro - June 2011
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Ben Ferguson - June 2011
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Margot Jones - June 2011
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Richard & Stella Hageman - June 2011
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Lisamaria Burkhard - June 2011
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Doug Kerr - May 2011
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Makiko Koide - May 2011
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Susan Kail - May 2011
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Tim Stone - May 2011
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Chrys Martin & Jack Pessia - May 2011
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Uday Sinh Wala - May 2011
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Nasundhara & Karun Sanghi - May 2011
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Joan and Larry Davis - May 2011
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Gabrielle and Stefan Knecht - May 2011
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James Woody & Ranmali Bopitiya - May 2011
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Jessica and Bill Budinger - May 2011
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Angie Grgat - May 2011
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Irwin Koh & Adele Leow - May 2011
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Teresa and Alan Frampton - May 2011
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Lisa Golkowski - May 2011
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Victoria Champion - May 2011
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Gerard Oates - May 2011
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Peter Hannan & Thea Trubenbacher - May 2011
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Lesley and Nick Thompson - May 2011
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Kim Norton - May 2011
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Owen and Mary Babcock - May 2011
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Detlef Specht - May 2011
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Khalil Belarti - May 2011
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Ed & Mary McDonald - May 2011
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Kevin and Amy Fain - May 2011
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Mary Toms - May 2011
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Shawn Abbott - May 2011
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Evelyn Jones - May 2011
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Opal Camp - May 2011
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Dennis Stainbrook - May 2011
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Sharon Yates - May 2011
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Al Brown III - May 2011
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Maria Moon Park & Lloyd Smith - May 2011
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Featured Endorsement"Wakatobi has the best combination of resort and reef that I have experienced. As a land based resort the food, accommodations and service are better than anything I have experienced while the reefs rival anything I have seen on a live-aboard.
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Tom Reynolds - May 2011
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Roger Won - April 2011
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Sylvie Dupere & Ben Girard - April 2011
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Emry Oxford - April 2011
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Lori Groves - April 2011
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Chris and Heather Martin - April 2011
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Francine Gelinas - April 2011
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Kathy Carl - April 2011
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Robert Choquette & Marilyn Griffiths - April 2011
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Jane and Paul Doherty - April 2011
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Alan Churley - April 2011
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Jane Begala & Michael Cosgriff - April 2011
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Lucien Schmidlin - April 2011
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Wilson Ng - April 2011
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Mickey & Adrienne Gibson - April 2011
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Mark Roth - April 2011
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Noelle Tognella and Matthew Allen - April 2011
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Nina and Ella Lund Thomsen - April 2011
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Sharon Person & Joel Smith - April 2011
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Peter and Kate Foulds - April 2011
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Dominick and Wanda Macan - March 2011
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James Hart - March 2011
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Chris Rehm - March 2011
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Jouko Puikkonen - March 2011
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Deborah Meyers and Karen Edwards - March 2011
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Catherine and Dave LaGrange - March 2011
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Christina Tay - March 2011
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Michelle Rinaldi - March 2011
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James and Rosaria Sortino - March 2011
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Allen Hild - March 2011
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Elaine Brand - March 2011
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Sheila Mapes and Leigh English - March 2011
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Lonnquist Family - March 2011
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Andrew and Kaye Bell - March 2011
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Cindy Powell - March 2011
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Featured Endorsement"Wakatobi is truly special, and for any serious diver a must make trip. Upon departing you feel the sense of leaving a family member behind. Naturally the next step is to begin the planning process for a return as soon as possible. "
Thomas Fretz - March 2011
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Featured Endorsement"We both can't say enough to recommend Wakatobi Dive Resort. It's a wonderful place with an incredible staff in a dream location. I wouldn't change a thing and I have to say to the Management and Owners, thank you, for creating such a fantastic place where you are protecting one of the last truly wild places on Earth. "
Robin and Ingrid Smith - March 2011
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Mary Arman and Rick Starr - February 2011
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Don Taylor - February 2011
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Annie, Mark & Niels Magyar Thompson - February 2011
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Kim Tomala - February 2011
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Gary Bratton - February 2011
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Featured Endorsement"What an amazing vacation. My every whim was catered for. I have stayed in some of the best places in the world, and I can safely say Wakatobi comes in my top 3! I can not stress enough how helpful, patient, entertaining and kind the dive staff have been. This has truly been my best diving experience ever. I have been totally spoiled. The dive staff have been incredibly helpful and attentive, and it has been a great honor for me to dive with them most evenings, making a woman traveling by herself very relaxed and comfortable. The room, food, ambiance, dive boats, - in fact, every single thing has been perfect and could not have asked for more. This has been the most incredible experience in the most atmospheric and beautiful place. Do not hesitate! Book now for a trip you will remember all your life!
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Lisa Collins - February 2011
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Featured Endorsement"I thoroughly enjoyed my self here. Not only is the natural setting amazing, but the staff and the entire organization is set up with the guest at the center. You have struck the perfect balance between high end service and a relaxed attitude. The diving is excellent, the best I've ever done. What sets Wakatobi apart is its incredible service, relaxed attitude and attention to detail. I will be writing about my trip on my blog and I will be back. Bravo to Wakatobi!
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John White - February 2011
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Mike Kohut - February 2011
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Colette Witherspoon - February 2011
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Karl Lund - February 2011
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Susan Lawson - February 2011
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Mark and Ellen Bramson - February 2011
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Coni Barlow - February 2011
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David Miyama - February 2011
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Brad Sayyae - February 2011
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Christoph Willimzik - February 2011
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Brian Mcquaker - February 2011
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Jessica Evans - February 2011
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Gary & Jodi Gould - February 2011
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Cindy and BobHeywood - February 2011
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Steve and Cindy Ransom - February 2011
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Featured Endorsement"At Wakatobi, no guest need be concerned about any vestige of the colonial era. It is an eco friendly resort whose creators' mission statement must be dedicated to diversity is inclusion of the Indonesian people in all levels and aspects of the staff and operation. It's a barefoot and first name existence for all the guests as they walk the sandy paths in the neat and unpretentious campus. It is a very unique summer camp and a great place to forget just about everything. "
Randy Judd - February 2011
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Christina Hesse - January 2011
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Konstantin Yudintsev - January 2011
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Essa Al Ghurair - January 2011
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Kirsty Hunter and family - January 2011
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| | "Wakatobi has, by far, set the standard for our diving experience. The dive masters are knowledgeable and engaging, and helped to create a memorable experience. The staff was outstanding, from the personal greetings to the exceptional service, all of our needs were met. We certainly will not hesitate to rave about our experience and encourage others to visit. We look forward to the opportunity to return.
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Anya & Bill Schrier - January 2011
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| | "Bringing a group to Indonesia for the first time concerned me at first, but the moment we arrived in Bali and then to Wakatobi we have been in a state of visual wonder. Bali's beauty, people, architecture, history, arts and food have dazzled & delighted us at every moment. Once we arrived in Wakatobi the concern for the guest is so genuine. Our bungalow is comfortable and quickly felt like our home away from home. Owning a small dive business, we take the time to get to know our divers and they become part of our diving family. We found a kindred spirit here as the people of Wakatobi made us feel like we were family. We can't wait for the next family reunion!
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Michael & Brigette Nadler - January 2011
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| | "Service was excellent, dive masters were great, fun and knowledgeable, the food was top notch. I had a fabulous time, definitely worth the trip!
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Jim Buell - January 2011
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Bruce Barcic - January 2011
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| | "This is a great place for spending our honeymoon. Lots and lots of fun and adventure. Thanks to all the Wakatobi management and staff that arranged our honeymoon so well. We had the greatest dive guide, we liked her very much and it is nice to have her as our friend. The arrangements of the Bungalow and the romantic dinner was splendid. Never thought that we could be at a superb place like this. We will recommend this place to every honeymooners, snorkelers, divers, friends and family. Thank you so much Wakatobi.
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Christanto Pranata and Priska Nangoi - January 2011
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| | "In 20 years of diving, I have never seen the diversity of marine life that Wakatobi offers! Don't think twice, just go!
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Lorie Caruso & Tom Mutschler - January 2011
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| | "It was an absolutely magical stay at Wakatobi in every aspect. This is the best holiday I have ever had, and I have traveled the world! It is fantastic that Wakatobi is on my doorstep, (I live in Perth) and I can't believe that it has taken me so long to discover it. The staff are all fantastic,from dive masters to house staff, gardeners, etc. Very very helpful and friendly. I have never encountered such amazing service and attention to detail. Perfect one day, heaven the next! Thank you for such an amazing holiday highlighted by the best nature has to offer. We will be back!
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Sophie Coleman & Richard Sallie - January 2011
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| | "The Wakatobi dive resort is quite simply world class. The staff were very friendly and helpful; always up for a chat and ready to help organize activities that would make my stay more enjoyable. The rooms were well kept, well appointed and had amazing vistas. The diving was extremely well organized and all the sites were top notch. The food was also amazing, 3 delicious courses for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I'd recommend Wakatobi to everyone.
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Matthew Sallie - January 2011
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| | ""The best of Wakatobi Program" starts as soon as your plane lands in Bali and it continues until you enter your plane back home. Every minute of your stay will be unforgettable and you'll wish to stop the time to stay forever.
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Sieglinde Mirie - December 2010
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| | "A very well run operation. All of the staff have been exceptional, very helpful and pleasant. The dive boats are very functional and have all the amenities. The scheduling of dives has been perfect. Giving us lots of dive experiences and time to unwind in the afternoons. The dive sites are awesome, the mixture of walls and pinnacles has been superb. The food and dining experience speaks for itself! The dive center is very efficient. Awesome place indeed! Wakatobi is truly a special place that I think everyone would enjoy!
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Dave and Carrie Damewood - December 2010
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| | "My experience here at Wakatobi was phenomenal! The entire staff was friendly, helpful and so accommodating. As a new diver, the dive masters made me feel very comfortable, which allowed me to advance my skills and increase my confidence on every dive. I also really enjoyed their knowledge of the marine life at all dive sites. I was incredibly impressed by the meals prepared. I have traveled extensively and stayed at many 5 star resorts, but I have never had such wonderful delicious and healthy meals day in and day out. I would love to come back and stay longer. Thank you for everything. The natural beauty of Wakatobi only was surpassed by the incredible service of the entire staff. Put Wakatobi on your bucket list!
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Elizabeth Vitu - December 2010
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Jay Wells - December 2010
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Teresa Sieberman - December 2010
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Ronald Vearrier - December 2010
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Lorraine Havinga & Gil Gallant - December 2010
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Chad Everson - December 2010
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Judy Riggs & Phil Larsen - December 2010
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Kerstin Pettersson - December 2010
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| | "The resort operates efficiently & guests needs are responded to almost immediately. The boat crew members especially the food service employees were perfect in every way. The meals were beautifully prepared, varied and delicious. The bakery items and desserts were superior. We were literally pampered by all of the food servers. The always present courtesy and smiles were a joy. Our room was kept in perfect order and a delight to return to after diving. I commend you all on a very fine operation.
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Bruce McManus & Linda Soares - December 2010
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| | "We are very impressed by the fantastic service that you offer to the guests. All the staff are incredibly service minded. It is outstanding. The dive master we had was very professional. She has a lot of knowledge in the marine life and gives us information on all the things we see when diving. The food is also amazing and varied everyday.
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Ann-Christin and Anders Markstrom - December 2010
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| | "The overall service, caring and attention to all the details made this a wonderful experience. Our divemaster was an amazing guide. She made it fun and interesting and made sure it was one spectacular dive after another. The food was fantastic. Can food this good exist anywhere? let alone in the middle of nowhere. We love your water and your water system. I don't know where I would go after this, nothing can top luxury accommodation or diving.
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Donnell Green - December 2010
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| | "Excellent accommodations. Villas 3 and 4 are a great combination for a family. The staff has been very helpful and very friendly. The food was good quality and the diving was very relaxing and enjoyable.
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Larry Zestar and Hellena Postrk - December 2010
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| | "Diving operation is efficient and professional. The 70 minutes of diving are outstanding. Food was outstanding, the staff is very very helpful and always nearby to assist. The beach bungalows very nice and kept clean frequently by the outstanding housekeeping staff. All issues we brought up were addressed immediately! A truly Wakatobi unique experience.
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Annette Clayton & Janine Gilbert - December 2010
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| | "We have had a wonderful time here on this very special island. From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel very welcome and all throughout the trip everyone was just so warm and friendly all the time! The diving was fantastic, I loved the long 70 minute dives. Something I have not encountered anywhere else. The dive guides were very good, very professional and the rest of the dive team and boat guys were ever helpful and always smiling! The accommodation was very comfortable and all the little things made a difference. We had a beautiful view from our bungalow (#2). What a view to wake up to each day! We were spoiled by the chef and his team. The food at every meal was superb! His creativity and flair was evident and we ate very well. Thank you for a great new years eve party, topped with fireworks at the end. We enjoyed mingling with some of the staff and making new friends. What can I say? Our stay was just too short! We hope to return soon, and in the meantime, it's great to know that you are doing all you can to preserve this beautiful place for all divers to appreciate. Keep up the good work and thank you for an unforgettable experience! We will be raving about Wakatobi to all our friends & family for a long time to come.
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Lik Wuk Chua - December 2010
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| | "My Husband and I are experienced travelers, we have visited dive resorts in Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Bahamas...and Wakatobi Dive Resort is the best managed resort we visited! The staff are really careful and helpful. Dives are organized very well, all diving spots are close to the resort and are not overcrowded by other divers. The marine diversity is impressing! I also loved the cooking class and want to thank the chef for it, especially for teaching me how to cook peanut sauce. I asked him and he just cooked it for me and gave me the recipe! Wakatobi Dive Resort is an unforgettable place, we'll miss it in Moscow!
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Tatiana Petrina - December 2010
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| | "Our family has had a wonderful time at Wakatobi, it is a wonderful mix of relaxation, fantastic diving and excellent food and service. The diving is obviously well organized without being regimented. Our dive guide was fantastic, very polite, relaxed with all the time in the world. A wonderful trip! Wakatobi is a great family holiday, the best dive holidays take time to get to. Wakatobi came highly recommended and didn't disappoint, great diving, excellent food and service. Heaven on Earth!
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Michelle Simons - December 2010
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| | "Support staff are very welcoming, accommodating & helpful, organizations of group and individual's activities is impeccable. Concierge service were outstanding. Dive Masters on the boat and dive crew are well organized, experienced and helpful. This is the best place for a honeymoon.
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Clark & Sylvia Edwards - November 2010
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| | "We really enjoyed our week at Wakatobi. It was so much better than we expected. The diving was fantastic and the resort team really goes above and beyond to make the trip a personalized experience, they went out of their way to make sure we enjoyed our honeymoon. The romantic dinner on the beach was awesome! Thank you! It really was our best diving vacation yet. We will be recommending Wakatobi to our diving friends. Our dive guide made both of us feel so comfortable. Being newer divers we were a little intimidated after booking our trip that everyone would have much more diving experience and we wouldn't be comfortable diving. Our dive guide was really great on our first welcome dive and throughout the week, making sure we got a little refresher and making sure we were Ok on each dive.
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Jarrod Schwarz & Jennifer Wang - November 2010
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| | "Everything about the trip was fabulous. Great diving, lodging, food...but the most wonderful was the extension & helpfulness of the staff. The staff in the restaurant held a private cooking class that was very informative. This is our 2nd trip here and it's very apparent the resort staff has become much more helpful & pleasant & desirous of helping. They were good before but magnificent now. The dive staff went out of their way to help in every capacity and the boat crew was always ready to help. We will return! You come for the diving but you return because of the people."
Mimi Nettrour & Bill Angus - November 2010
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| | "This place was beyond advertised. Wakatobi met and exceeded any other dive vacation destination we have experienced. The crew gave 110% at all times. I do not understand completely how you accomplish this, but you do it! Thanks for the great time.
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Dennis Donovan - November 2010
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Deb & Jeff Astroth - November 2010
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Robert Becker - November 2010
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Lynn Hallam - November 2010
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| | "In general, it is one of the best dive resorts in the world
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Munetoshi Yoshino - November 2010
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Gonzague Overney & Ursula Stocker - November 2010
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| | "I hadn't been in the water in 15 years and my girlfriend was a new diver. I was most impressed with our dive master and the way she managed 2 different divers. Her attention to detail and her passion for the sport were truly admirable. She's among the finest dive masters I've ever known! Everything from the boat crew to the food crew was absolutely perfect. Very attentive, responsive and customer centric. I honestly can't think of one thing to change. We will be back next year! Without question, this is the best vacation I've had in 20 years! You dive, you eat and you make some incredible friends. Thanks Wakatobi!
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Jerry Bosken - November 2010
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| | "Wakatobi is beautiful! The staff are wonderful, accommodation very comfortable, food excellent, dive boat, DM's and helpers could not have been better. This was a very special experience. A long flight from Canada, but well worth the journey. Appreciated the personal care. Management is to be commended for the experience provided. A truly phenomenal dive experience. The fluo night dive was so unique, it is a must dive to complete the vacation.
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Pam Archdekin - November 2010
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| | "5 star diving at a beautiful paradise resort with excellent cuisine and engaged service.
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Uta Wiebe - November 2010
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| | "This has been a fantastic 2 weeks. We are very very pleased with everything at this resort. The service has been superior! Everything from being met at the airport, the flight over, the restaurant, the room, dive service, Everything! We have traveled a lot to many different dive resorts and this is by far the best we have seen. The routines around the dives, the briefings, nitrox, etc are all well thought out and everything was like clock work. The guides are knowledgeable, friendly and enthusiastic. The reefs are beautiful & thriving. The boat crew are well trained, friendly & helpful. At the restaurant and bar, the staff are well trained and friendly, excellent food and a good variety of menu.
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Wendy & Roland Jansson - November 2010
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| | "Very impressed with the ecological concept of this beautiful resort. People could not have been nicer or more helpful. Rooms were very comfortable. The restaurant was amazing, different food was beautifully presented every night. This is a really great place! The diving was wonderful, I have never seen such healthy reefs.
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Anne Warburton - October 2010
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Anne Vexler - October 2010
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Steve and Pam Gremillion - October 2010
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Glen and Eileen Weierbach - October 2010
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Cindy Caldwell - October 2010
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Featured Endorsement"If there is such a thing as a 5 plus star dive resort, Wakatobi would be at the top of the list. There was never a moment that we were in need of anything. Everything was brought to us, never did we have to search for anything, only ask and immediately it was taken care of. All staff were tops, every bit of food was excellent and all dives were spectacular. I don't want to leave and we discussed coming back on our one year anniversary. It was truly an engaging moment for us.
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Don Roesler and Sheryl Sietsema - October 2010
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Eva Centanni - October 2010
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Julie David - October 2010
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Thomas Aplin - October 2010
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Kristin Pugh - October 2010
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| | "We've had a fabulous week. Diving has been superb, our guide extremely helpful and conscious of our needs, going above and beyond the call of duty. Our diving skills have improved dramatically during our stay here and it has been wonderful to be able to examine and explore the reefs. Food during stay has been excellent, plenty of choices. The staff have been exceptional and are a real credit to your set up here. Overall a wonderful experience with memories we will treasure.
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Paul and Sarah Cunningham - October 2010
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Cecilia Collins - October 2010
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Joan Adair - October 2010
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| | "My experience as a new diver was incredible. The divemaster staff was excellent. They were very patient and encouraging. Over the course of the week I logged 19 dives with a total underwater time of 18:14! I am definitely hooked! The resort staff is outstanding, they were so personable and continuously went out of their way to make our stay above all else. The facility was excellent and the dive sites were spectacular. Thanks for a great adventure!
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Katrina Smith - October 2010
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Jean Biberdorf - October 2010
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Tom Axelsson - October 2010
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| | "We had a very pleasant stay at Wakatobi. Since our last visit the service has become very personal and has improved a lot. The attention we got regarding Elly's gluten intolerance was incredible. Compliments to the chef, the kitchen and restaurant staff. This also goes for food variety and quality. The presentations in the evening were good and very interesting. We love the relaxed atmosphere in Wakatobi and will certainly recommend the resort once the opportunity arises. Looking forward to come back
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Robert and Elisabeth van den Brink - October 2010
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| | "The staff at Wakatobi are amazing and exceptionally attentive to every request. The experience was wonderful. The food is delicious and beautifully presented. Everyone in the restaurant goes out of their way to be helpful. As a snorkeler, I was apprehensive about coming to Wakatobi. The quality of the reefs exceeded my highest expectations and everyone was super helpful.
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Winifred Godfrey - October 2010
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Jerome Overton - October 2010
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Greg and Janice McLaughlin - October 2010
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Jayne Miller - October 2010
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Axel Bellmann - October 2010
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Paul and Paula Brazier - October 2010
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Karin Hugentobler - October 2010
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| | "The Wakatobi dive resort is an outstanding place to relax and dive. Every member of the staff from the house keeping to the divemasters gives an excellent service. The divesites are astonishing, the dive masters are first rate, the food is fresh, delicious and assorted. Every staff tries to give the impression that we are VIP guests and gives a special service. When we made the reservations for this resort we had the impression that 11-days will be much too long for diving in the same place, but on the eleventh day when we had to leave, we had the sensation that we only started this vacation and felt sad to leave this amazing place.
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Marta and Gabor Mozes - October 2010
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Cody and Linda Hale - September 2010
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Julia Zaks and Robert Chin - September 2010
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| | "This is our 4th visit and the resort has improved every time. The staff have been even more helpful. Our divemaster was good to dive with and we enjoyed his company and his style. All the staff have made us feel very special.
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Alan and Jacqui Townsend - September 2010
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Fransisca Harlijanto - September 2010
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Alison Paradise - September 2010
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| | "The service, the staff, the food, the housekeeping staff, the 'spa' - I went 3 times and I'm not a 'spa person' - Now I'm hooked! The sand, the water, the boats, the jetty bar - All A OK! 5 star service and 5 star diving.
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John and Linda Simmons - September 2010
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Chuck Stavoe and Laurie Horiszny - September 2010
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Thomas and Rita Fischer - September 2010
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Mike and Nancy Sandler - September 2010
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| | "Our visit to Wakatobi has been a trip of a lifetime. Many magical moments were shared both underwater and on land. Of course the diving and the reef were amazing, it is so beautiful here. What a crazy thing it was to see that whale shark!. But other than the diverse reef life and diving (which is why people come here), there are many other notable aspects too. First, the staff is amazing, they really are first rate and take such good care of the guests, they are such kind people, at front desk and at the restaurant, at the spa and of course the dive team. The dive guides are excellent spotters, we got to see many of the elusive pygmy sea horses. I also like the food. My favorites were the raw tuna, sashimi and the desserts. It's also nice to take a break and do other activities like the spa and yoga. Also learning how this place started, gave us another appreciation for the place. We will definitely encourage our friends to do themselves a favor - visit Wakatobi!
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Antonio and Angie Rosso - September 2010
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Bill Manard - September 2010
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Tom and Arlie White - September 2010
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Ron and Vickie Shirey - September 2010
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Featured Endorsement"I had high expectations of Wakatobi after having my eye on it for ten years. You managed to exceed my expectations in pretty much all areas. Superb service all round, great facilities and the diving was excellent. It is admirable that you have clearly invested so much time, effort and money into conserving this beautiful underwater paradise. this is clearly more than a 'normal' dive resort. Wakatobi is simply stunning both above and below the surface. Vast incredibly vibrant reefs in a biodiversity hotspot. Wakatobi is in a league of its own!
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Chris Goodwin - September 2010
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Mary Marshall - September 2010
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Steve Gould - September 2010
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Mark and Cathy Smith - September 2010
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Featured Endorsement"The resort reefs are just amazing. So healthy, so alive. I was here 9 years ago and ever since, I've been raving about how pristine the reefs are. This time, the reefs were even better - even richer than before! "
Ken Hares & Jo Arnett - September 2010
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Steve Lawrence - August 2010
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Anita Duvall - August 2010
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Annie Lang and Marcus Millet - August 2010
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Steven Roach and Michele Nishiguchi - August 2010
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Bernard Hanotiau and family - August 2010
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Bjoern and Camilla Josefsson - August 2010
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Mikio Chiba - August 2010
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Alex Binder - August 2010
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Dave and Martine Coventry - August 2010
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the Zandbergen Family - August 2010
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Christopher and Michele Chalfant - August 2010
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Amanda Chalfant - August 2010
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Featured Endorsement"Wakatobi really is a wonderful place. With very special people. I am a fan. I hope we have the chance to come back. "
Paola Ruggiero, Chiara and Fabio Morselli - August 2010
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Moe Mullen - July 2010
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| | "It starts when you are met at the airport by a courteous member of your team. Upon arrival you instantly feel at home because everyone learns your name. the bungalow was immaculate and the beds were extremely comfortable. The proximity to the ocean was visually stunning. The food was eclectic and met the needs of all. The shore staff was incredible. always quick to lend a hand. Please be sure they realize how appreciative I and of their efforts. The dining room was amazing. By day 2 everyone was calling me by name and making sure i was taken care of. As for the dive staff all I can say is "WOW"! The captains were incredibly sure behind the wheel and the crew was top notch. I always felt safe having them set up my equipment because they were so obviously competent.
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Barb Held - July 2010
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Karen Retford - July 2010
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| | "This is the ultimate 5 star diving experience with excellent accommodations, sustenance and customer service. The service & diving staff rank at the top of all our past diving experience. Wakatobi is the pinnacle of destination dive resorts.
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Joan and Jim Coopman - July 2010
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Brian Parsons and Anne Wharmby - July 2010
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Jan Barnes - July 2010
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| | "The divemasters are the best I have met. They are so enthusiastic about the reef. They will research if they don't have an answer to a question! They ate meals with us and always had a lot of energy. They are always watching our safety. The rooms and housekeeping are wonderful. The restaurant staff and chef really make you feel welcome. They cater to our needs. All of the staff go out of their way to make this the best travel or dive experience. You will be spoiled after going to Wakatobi. It will be difficult to have this level of service at other resorts.
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Nancy Delaney - July 2010
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Margaret Harmathy - July 2010
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| | "We've had a wonderful holiday with you. We especially appreciate that all the staff called us by name. We were very happy with the number of divers per site. Bungalow #1 is very pretty, I LOVE the shower. The spa treatments are great and the food is Fabulous!! Everything about Wakatobi is perfect! The diving, Dive Event Managers, food, accommodations, food, spa services, all the staff, and did we mention the food!!?
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Nancy Nester and Bill Baumann - July 2010
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Bo and Roman Michalowski - July 2010
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| | "I don't see how you could do this better. Everyone from the management to the lowest level of staff takes their job seriously (but cheerfully) and it shows. I took the full nitrox package and a private dive guide, which was absolutely the right decision. The dive guide was well chosen and well briefed and could not have tried harder. You made sure I was never lonely and responded brilliantly when i started to get sore legs from wet bathing costumes which could have spoiled my holiday. The food is good and there is a good choice of non-fattening options. Wakatobi is a unique Dive Center built by a diver (and underwater conservationist) for divers in the center of marine biodiversity. Beat this if you can!
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Collin Wall - July 2010
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Tomasz & Izabela Wilk - July 2010
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Andrew Duvall - July 2010
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Anneloes and Rogier Bloemers - July 2010
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Featured Endorsement"Our experience was terrific. We enjoyed all aspects of our time at Wakatobi. Our divemasters were the perfect guides for us. So patient, helpful, knowledgeable and pleasant. They were a major contributing factor to our wonderful trip. All of the staff was remarkably agreeable, helpful and pleasant. The food was great, the bungalow was charming and comfortable. The spa (oh the hot stone massage was divine!) was clean and a wonderful experience, adding to the resort experience.
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Dave and Vicki Corwin - July 2010
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Billy Watson - June 2010
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Rob Rosenthal and Angela DeTie-Rosenthal - June 2010
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Steve & Bonnie McNulty - June 2010
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Elizabeth McClave - June 2010
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Rick Forsman - June 2010
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Miroslav Kulik - June 2010
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Steve Smith - June 2010
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Natalie Meisler - June 2010
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John Gerber - June 2010
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Pat Furman - June 2010
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| | "In the last 10 days I have had a great experience at the Wakatobi Resort. The weather was not quite perfect but the diving was still brilliant. The dive guides and all staff provided an excellent service creating a great holiday experience. I totally enjoyed my stay at Wakatobi and would be happy to return in the future."
Rob Fletcher - June 2010
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Pat and Libby Herman - June 2010
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Andrew Luff - June 2010
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Romy Jones and Keith Olaisen - June 2010
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Mark and Tobi Johannsen - June 2010
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Kathrine Hesner and Michael Jensen - June 2010
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Teri Fabry - June 2010
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Mary Johnson - June 2010
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Smitha Sarma - June 2010
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Shaowen Lin - June 2010
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Charles Hollings and Barbara Miller - June 2010
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Peggiann Nuccio and Robert Sneddon - June 2010
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Susan Sems - June 2010
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Robin Coggins and Robert Kreider - May 2010
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Nelson and Donna Baumer - May 2010
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Reg and Brenda Varga - May 2010
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Ann & Paul Gerber - May 2010
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Richard Steinbach - May 2010
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Dennis Beaver & Cheryl Hubay - May 2010
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David and Carolyn Swallow - May 2010
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Judy Bartholomew - May 2010
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Patty Cannon - May 2010
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Ronnie & Jeanette Haislip - May 2010
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Charlie Wallace - May 2010
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Caroline Shaw - May 2010
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Greg & Janna Mossman - May 2010
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Dan & Cherie Hammond - May 2010
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Richard and Judi Hunter - April 2010
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Ruth Collins - April 2010
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Nick Fowler - April 2010
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Bruce Raabe - April 2010
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Molly Coye - April 2010
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Terence Thayer - April 2010
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Cliff Gale - April 2010
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Janet and John Wheeler - April 2010
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Laura Fryer and Radek Zelechowski - April 2010
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Tom Mattioni - April 2010
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Greg Bassett - April 2010
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Dana Weigel - April 2010
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Michael Bourdeau - April 2010
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Pamla Wolf - April 2010
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Tula Holmes - April 2010
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Mike Scully and Sherry Miller - April 2010
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William Sweeney - April 2010
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Mike, Erin & Jasmine McMillen - April 2010
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Mark & Nikki Mahan - April 2010
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Brett Broster - April 2010
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Ronda Sears - April 2010
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Peter & Susan Norton - April 2010
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Craig Willemsen - April 2010
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Clare T. Kawamura - March 2010
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Manuel Ponte - March 2010
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Terrie Miller and Abe Gottesman - March 2010
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Karl Gehring - March 2010
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Richard Schillinger - March 2010
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Jim Van Gogh - March 2010
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Laura Schafer - March 2010
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Daniel Agee - March 2010
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Ron Lucas - March 2010
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Featured Endorsement"Our 4th trip to Wakatobi and it just keeps getting better. After six years, we are amazed at what the Resort has become. It is a first class operation! Everything is better, the reefs are cleaner, the fish more abundant, the service outstanding. The new dining facility with its varied menu is a real treat for every meal. The entire staff at Wakatobi is commended for their attention to detail. The rooms are clean and comfortable, the restaurant staffs are outstanding, and the dive guides plus the entire dive operation is superb. It has been a wonderful opportunity for us to return to Wakatobi. Thanks to everyone! "
Eliot Girsang Wilson & Richard Wilson - March 2010
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Olof Landgren - March 2010
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Dennis Schmidt - March 2010
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Amelia Schmidt - March 2010
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Sarah Creasey and Adam Middlemass - March 2010
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Jeff and Isabella Cronkshaw - February 2010
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Alison Philpott - February 2010
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Richard and Anne Webster - February 2010
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Kathy Fisher - January 2010
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Rob and Kelle Stinson - January 2010
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Keri and Calvin Reykdal - January 2010
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David and Diane Hayes - January 2010
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Greg and Ruth Phillips - January 2010
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Lee & Christy Mardesen - January 2010
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Lynn and Scott Taylor - January 2010
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Sharon & Timothy Corcoran - January 2010
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Jim Webb and Gail Mathis - December 2009
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Kathy Krucker - December 2009
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Jack Katz - December 2009
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Julia Redwine - December 2009
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Shawn Heffernan - December 2009
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Karla Lauenstein - December 2009
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Dana Sterbens - December 2009
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Featured Endorsement"The F&B team was the best i have seen at any resort and the food was the best i have ever had in any dive resort. Everyone is thrilled and raving about the food. I am amazed you guys can pull this off - we are in the middle of nowhere and you guys make us feel like we are not in the middle of nowhere, it is very impressive"
Berkley White - December 2009
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Bill Sterbens - December 2009
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Myron Siciak - December 2009
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| | "I had an excellent two weeks. This is the best dive resort I have visited. A truly 5-star dive resort with food & accommodations to match, world class in all respects."
Tom Fretz - December 2009
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| | "As a return visitor, Wakatobi just gets better. It is evolving into a dive resort in a class of its own."
Vince Matulewich - December 2009
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| | "A must do destination! I enjoyed my stay in Wakatobi and the Pelagian. They are both 5 star, top notch operations. I cannot imagine anything you could have done to make my trip any better. I will be back!"
Clark Bentley - December 2009
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| | "The most beautiful coral reef in the world, the service is impeccable & the resort is luxurious. I am spoiled forever."
Cathy Cather - December 2009
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| | "All the staff has been most eager to help. The friendly staffs also make the effort to mingle and to get to know each guest. Dive guides are attentive and have keen eyes in pointing out the smallest critters. The boat crews are very helpful; the wait staffs in the dinning room are attentive to every need. The food has improved immensely from 3 years ago which was very good at the time; lots of varieties and tasty. We will be planning another trip to Wakatobi hopefully next year. "
Sabrina & Sam Lo - December 2009
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| | "The combination of excellent diving and wonderful accommodations made the Wakatobi experience the best."
Corine Tap and Marnix Beugel - December 2009
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| | "The resort is fantastic! Everything works very well and the staff is very helpful, especially the divemasters. They are very professional. An excellent place to spend your holiday! "
Renato Volponi Licio - December 2009
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| | "Wakatobi - the macro photographer's Mecca! The place to make diving friends from all over the world and at the same time find out why people from all over the world all want to come to Wakatobi."
Jak & Corinne Denny - December 2009
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| | "5 star Diving Resort. The food was excellent with impressive variety of appetizers & hot dishes. The staffs are friendly & helpful. I really enjoyed my holiday here and will certainly recommend Wakatobi to my diving friends."
Julita Wu - November 2009
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Marjorie Russell - November 2009
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Montgomery Gilchrist - November 2009
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| | "This was our second time in Wakatobi resort and we enjoyed it even more. The staff is very friendly and some even remember us from 3 years ago. It exceeded our expectations and we cannot wait to come back."
Anne Lecuire - November 2009
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Trudy Kahn - November 2009
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| | "Wakatobi was my dream vacation and was all I hoped for and more. The resort rooms were very comfortable, clean and well equipped. The bottles of shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion were a nice touch. The dive operation was very well organized and the dive masters were very helpful. The restaurant food was wonderful. The diving was incredible, the corals were abundant & the fish life diverse. I felt like a VIP all week long. The only regret is that I did not book the 11 day trip."
Cheryl Jaster - November 2009
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| | "We love this place. Our dive travels have taken us to 12 different destinations over the past four years and this is one of our favorites now. The diving was amazing and varied and the knowledge of our dive masters really enhanced our experience. The corals and sponges were a delight to see and the marine bio diversity was breathtaking. The food was great and we really enjoyed the local cuisine served so 'artistically'. When diving at Wakatobi, you will feel embraced, first by the ocean each time you drop down and then by the staff who treat you like family."
Carolynn & Dale Fox - November 2009
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| | "Well, this is just paradise. From our point of view there is nothing to add. Keep it this way, it is fantastic. We almost stopped diving because of a few bad experiences, but this week brought us back to this nice activity and we will come back. A big compliment to the kitchen, it was delicious. "
Joerg Purrucker - November 2009
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| | "We have thoroughly enjoyed the Wakatobi experience, starting from the moment we arrived in Bali. All of your staffs, without exception are delightful and we are very impressed by their ability to remember our names and requirements from day one. Their most endearing quality is always greeting us with a smile. They are without doubt your greatest asset. This may sound rather selfish, but please keep Wakatobi small and exclusive; it is part of its charm."
Philip & Jenny Anfield - November 2009
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| | "We have been diving together 23 years. This is probably the best dive experience we have ever had."
Edward & Meredith Parsons - November 2009
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| | "We loved our stay at the Wakatobi resort. The service and concern the resort had for our wants and needs surpassed anything we had experienced before. I loved the fact that the staff learned our names the first day and made us feel welcome from the beginning. Thank you for a wonderful trip."
Claryce Quinlan - October 2009
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| | "A rich biodiversity of coral and marine life coupled with knowledgeable dive staff make Wakatobi the best dive site in the world, and the resort is even better.
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Gregg Marshall - October 2009
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| | "Unprecedented attention to us as guests, matched with the out of this world diving made for an unforgettable holiday."
Tim Bradley - October 2009
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| | "The Wakatobi staff has been warm, welcoming and helpful to us, thus making our stay a delightful experience. The facilities are comfortable and attractive in keeping with the island environment. The dive staff has been wonderful to us, attentive to our particular needs and desirous of showing us all the underwater wonders here. We are especially happy to have been in such an environmentally friendly resort. The attention to detail in every aspect of the resort operation is excellent."
Sue Opdyke and Jim Gilbreth - October 2009
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| | "It is all wonderful here; the resort staff, the dive staff and the diving. We had much personalized attention to all details from the moment we arrived in Bali and throughout our whole time in Wakatobi. Many thanks to everyone in Wakatobi."
John and Kathy Leach - October 2009
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| | "Great staff, great dive operation and excellent restaurant! Friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff. Any concerns were addressed very promptly. It made us feel that we were really cared for. We will definitely be coming back someday! Under pack on clothes and over pack memory cards. Prepare to be amazed!"
Colin and Jean Zylka - October 2009
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| | "Even having been to many countries, the trip to Wakatobi was long, however, as soon as we were in the hands of the Wakatobi staff, our experience reached a new level. Not only was the service, diving and eating excellent, we were made to truly feel welcome!"
Mark and Teal Bronkalla - October 2009
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Judy Harger - October 2009
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| | "Everything was first rate, no complaints; if I were any more relaxed, I would be comatose!"
Sally and Bryce Gaffney - October 2009
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| | "This dive holiday has exceeded all our expectations; from the DVD & Brochures we received those were high. We look forward to returning and a big thank you to all the staff and dive masters."
Mike and Helga Prior - October 2009
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| | "This has been a wonderful experience. In addition to the pristine reefs and great weather, the service and atmosphere at the resort has been top notch! Every single staff member we encountered made us feel welcome and sought to accommodate our every request. It was apparent that they were attentive to our preferences, from hot tea after dives to our mealtime beverage choices. We feel fortunate to have spent our time aboard the Wakatobi III, with all the dive staff and boat crew. They all made our dive experience memorable, safe, and fun!"
Dianna & Reginald Haggie - October 2009
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| | "Continually improving and always exceeds expectations. We always meet such interesting people. Plan to visit again for the fourth time next year."
Jayne Miller - October 2009
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| | "A first class operation on a first class reef. Staff is by far without exception the finest and friendliest I have encountered in all my travels."
Steven Cohen - October 2009
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| | "I cannot stress enough what a difference the marvelous service made to making this holiday really unforgettable! It really sets this resort apart from all the competitors."
Vittoria Cattaneo - September 2009
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| | "Wakatobi is no doubt, one of the best dive resorts in the world! We will be back."
Yolanda Van Saet - September 2009
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A must do destination for all divers!"
Greg Storey - September 2009
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| | "Brilliance above and below the water. Everything you can imagine in a dive resort is given to everyone; with a smile too! Courteous dedicated staff surround your every need. For 9 days we never wore shoes and we saw the milky way every night. That is just above the water, below the water is fascinating and awe inspiring to see so many varieties of fish and coral life. It was our pleasure to be your guests. Thank you so much. "
Donna and Tom Pannke - September 2009
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| | "Wakatobi is all about enduring positive relationships with the sea, the reef, the local islanders and their guests. Thank you to every one of you for a fantastic diving and snorkeling experience."
John and Rebecca Farr - September 2009
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| | "This was my second trip to Wakatobi and it is better than I remembered. I was treated like royalty, the reef were in perfect condition. Thank you for letting me share a little place of heaven with you."
Debbie Kirchenwitz - September 2009
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| | "I was so blessed and humbled to experience this incredible place. God touched Wakatobi and it is heaven on earth. Thank you for allowing me to come."
Ashley Hough - September 2009
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| | "Outstanding diving in total luxury and everything is catered for. Amazing experience! The holiday of a lifetime."
Lucy Theaker - September 2009
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| | "This is an incredible place that values the conservation of the habitat over the need to make a quick dollar. Forget all of your other diving experiences. Wakatobi is a lifestyle choice, one that I will be adopting on future dive trips"
Eileen and Steve Brown - September 2009
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| | "Wakatobi exceeded all our expectations. The resort staff and dive staff are wonderful. The dining was great with so many tasty choices and the diving... how to describe such amazing reefs with such diversity of corals, sponges, fish and other sealife. This trip will long be remembered as a high point in our diving lives. "
Alan and Barbara Greber - September 2009
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| | "A destination every diver should visit to see coral reefs at their best. The diving, organization, food, accommodation & staff are all excellent.
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Brian and Mary Oxley - August 2009
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| | "It was a wonderful experience, the island is a paradise. Wakatobi has met all our expectation. The staff is extremely sympathetic, the food was excellent, we really enjoyed the diving and we also liked the massages. This stay will certainly remain an exceptional memory. Many thanks to the whole Wakatobi team.
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Geraldine Hanotiau & Xavier Elberg - August 2009
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| | "Wakatobi is really one of the best places we have been to. The attention to detail sets this place apart.
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Luca and Shireen Crudeli - August 2009
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| | "Everything was perfect! All staff was very professional and extremely polite. No words can explain the experience in Wakatobi, you must try it! Thank you for giving me the best vacation of my life!"
Virginia Coloma - August 2009
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| | "Beautiful reefs, excellent dive guides, made this stay relaxing and wonderful all the way around. This is the best trip we have ever had."
Paul and Mary Sue Babb - August 2009
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| | "Outstanding logistics and dive operations, it is pleasant to see that things are well thought out. It was an excellent experience as a whole. "
Geoffrey Cheok - August 2009
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| | "Great location; great people; great diving; great dive team and staff; wonderful resort; dedicated staff; fantastic diving! "
Ian Lamont - August 2009
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| | "After our stay in Wakatobi, I may say that our expectations were met, even exceeded, in terms of diving, kindness and competency of the dive team and the resort team; the nice bungalows and the acquaintances we have made with staff and other guests. Summing up: One unforgettable week. I will recommend Wakatobi whenever I have the chance."
Manuel Carvalho - August 2009
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| | "We have really enjoyed our time at Wakatobi. Everything has been first class; the accommodation, the food, the service and the diving. I have been very impressed with the courtesy and attitude of every member of staff with whom we have had contact, from those who load gear on and off the boats, the service staff in the restaurant, the dive guides, the housekeepers, the guys who tidy the grounds, Everyone!! Thank you for a superb holiday."
Brian and Alison McConnel - July 2009
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| | "Wakatobi is a brilliantly designed resort for divers. Operations run smoothly in the background, allowing unrestricted exploration of one of the worlds most bio-diverse areas."
Robert Kronenbitter - June 2009
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| | "Here is some of the greatest diving in the world, the best house reef ever with the nicest most helpful staff to go with it."
Francine Sinofsky - June 2009
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| | "We have enjoyed a wonderful visit, everything has been first class. The staffs have been most friendly and knowledgeable and of course the diving has been spectacular. Our plans will definitely bring us back to Wakatobi in the near future."
Robert and Deri Miller - June 2009
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| | "In 30 years of diving, this resort is one of the best I have ever visited. All staff was unbelievably friendly and I was so impressed at their ability to remember guests names. The total experience was outstanding. "
Rosemary Kurtti - June 2009
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| | "I loved every moment of the diving underwater and the relaxation above water. Picture postcard perfect from my hammock! Service in the restaurant was by far the best I have had in a dive resort, for that matter, the service everywhere on the island was top notch. I have never been more spoiled! A place not to be missed! "
Catherine Roback - June 2009
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| | "The food, atmosphere, diving interest, dive guides, accommodations and services are excellent!"
Ricardo Cisneros - May 2009
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| | "The experience was to my expectations, the visibility was superb, the service and food is top notch, and it is the best operated resort I have been to. Extremely organized! Best day in day out visibility I have had in +500 dives. Some of the best photo options for cuttlefish, sea snakes and pygmy seahorses. "
Peter Saar - May 2009
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| | "One of the best dive operations I have seen! Great guides and even better diving! The corals here are some of the best I have seen. Bring more memory cards if you are a photographer. You will need it!"
Aaron Wong - May 2009
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| | "We cannot say enough about our experience at Wakatobi. It was fabulous! It has the most amazing reef, beautiful accommodations, friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff. Thank you for giving us the honeymoon of our dreams."
Dana and Amy Schulenburg - May 2009
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| | "We loved everything about Wakatobi, the dive sites, the boats, the dive guides, the beach, the resort! It will be hard coming back to work."
Joao Calheiros Lobo - May 2009
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| | "The emphasis at Wakatobi is on the great diving, but the snorkeling and free-diving were fantastic. It is an array of pristine + diverse soft and hard corals just turning with all kind of sea creatures.
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Pat Leake and Joseph Trimble - May 2009
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| | "I have been very fortunate to have the opportunity to dive in many locations around the world. In my opinion, Wakatobi offers the best above water and under water experience of any place that I have visited. For this reason, I look forward to returning for my third visit very soon. Thank you."
Jason George - May 2009
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| | "We had a wonderful trip and it has made lasting memories. We will always cherish Wakatobi for a fabulous vacation and an amazing wedding! Thank you to everyone who put so much effort into making our stay so memorable."
Sacha Brown and Amanda Beard - April 2009
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| | "Thanks for the great week. The service and attention to details make the difference and of course the dive sites are incredible. Everything is well thought out and well organized. I can not imagine that I could have a better dive experience. Very Impressive!"
Kent Ketterman - April 2009
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| | "An unwavering commitment to hospitality, first class service and first class diving places Wakatobi in a league of its own. Come and explore! You will not be disappointed."
Courtney Gibson - April 2009
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| | "We had a very good time with all of you here at Wakatobi, the diving was superb and the care and attention of all aspects of the staff in all departments was wonderful. People at Wakatobi have made this a very special experience for us."
Terry and Agatha Johnston - April 2009
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| | "Dive crews, resort staff, dive sites, resort amenities, service, food, all is excellent, amazing, perfect!"
Jenifer Grendell - April 2009
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| | "The Wakatobi Resort is very well run, it is set up for divers and is informally beautiful. I have lucked out with good weather most days. The diving was very relaxing with fantastic corals and quite a variation of sea life."
Kristie Gensler - March 2009
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| | "Wakatobi provides amazing service and accommodations coupled with incredibly healthy, beautiful reefs and creatures.
It was a vacation of luxury with phenomenal diving & a feeling of being part of the Wakatobi family.
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Lee McLendon - March 2009
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| | "My visit to Wakatobi allowed me to celebrate my birthday in one of the most beautiful resorts in the world.
I have never enjoyed diving as much as I did here. The reef was pristine and the service of the staff from the boat crew to the restaurant was top notch.
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Laura Seese - March 2009
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| | "My third trip to Wakatobi was nothing short of spectacular!
As a well travelled underwater photographer, the opportunity to shoot such pristine unspoiled reefs at Wakatobi is second to none!
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Robert Darmanin - March 2009
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| | "Paradise for snorkelers and divers exist, you can find it in Wakatobi! Marine life is simply unbelievable, but it is the whole experience which is overwhelming."
Silvia Cere - March 2009
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| | "Everything is very well organized, yet in a very relaxed atmosphere and there are also plenty to be discovered for experienced divers. At Wakatobi SERVICE is written in capitals! Compliments to all the staff. A superb dive resort that everyone should visit!"
Fred Tressel & Irene Ter Veen - March 2009
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| | "An all around excellent experience, what a place! I totally enjoyed every minute."
Thomas J. Leahy - March 2009
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Ted Mann - March 2009
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| | "Exceptional attention to detail in all aspects of the resort experience. Very high quality staff in the water and on land."
Victor Lindal - March 2009
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| | "If you're a "beach bum" who wants to be treated like royalty, please come to Wakatobi. Great location, staff, fantastic food, the best ever diving, and you'll never want to leave!"
Suzanne Goldstein - February 2009
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| | "As a world traveller, the experience at Wakatobi has created lifetime memories of an underwater paradise and the luxury of a world class hotel!"
Becky Robbins - February 2009
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| | "On our second visit, we found the resort , diving and customer care even better than before. Quite a feature for an already premier dive resort."
Carol Danks - February 2009
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| | "After 35 years of taking our customers on dive vacations this has been the best!"
Werner Kurn - February 2009
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| | "I've never seen a house reef that was more vibrant and pristine than Wakatobi. It was a magical first dive of discovery when we stepped off the dive centre beach. As a photographer, to find a reef that lush and chock-full of photo opportunities is heaven!"
Abigail Smigel - February 2009
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| | "I was blown away by the resort, dive facilities, reefs, sea life, rooms + food! Wakatobi is the best dive resort I have been to, hands down!"
Ashley Vilgiate - January 2009
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| | "The best "camera room" and facilities for photographers I have ever seen anywhere in the world!"
Jan Abadschieff - January 2009
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| | "Really sympathetic and service-minded staff. The diving was extremely well organized and so much fun. Well worth 24 hours travelling from Norway!"
Ingrid Katrine Rogne - January 2009
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| | "Why aren't all resorts like this?"
Antony Moore - January 2009
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| | "Life's a beach, then you find Wakatobi"
David Morgan - January 2009
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| | "Beautiful one day, perfect the next! And that was in the wet season!"
Briony Geier - January 2009
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| | "So far from everything, but everything you need is right there, and then there is the diving! Superb!"
Florian Geier - January 2009
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| | "This wonderful site is beyond a 5 star, it is a 6 star with so much class, nothing is left undone. Once in a lifetime place to visit with not 1 disappointment. One dive resort you should not miss in your life!"
Ed Schuyler - December 2008
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| | "I came, I dove, I met new creatures, I met new friends, I will return!"
Neal Marcus - December 2008
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| | "The corals and fish life were amazing. The dive guides were knowledgeable and the resort is clearly being run in a way to protect, preserve and highlight the huge diversity of marine life. The food and service was both excellent."
Shona Morton - December 2008
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Doug Pullin - December 2008
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| | "Wakatobi is on of the very few remaining homes of diving freedom and it comes with the healthiest coral reefs I have ever seen."
Michael Seiler - December 2008
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| | "While at Wakatobi I logged dives 8410-8440. Each & every aspect of your resort & diving operation is extraordinary. After 38 years as an instructor & world traveler it is hard to WOW me. I've been WOWed. And then there is the quality of the u/w world & boat captains who pluck us out of the water a the end of 3/4 mile drift dive that was like a private IMAX!"
Jeanne Sleeper - November 2008
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| | "Magnificent is truly magnificent. I love your focus on protecting the reefs."
Annette Keller - November 2008
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| | "Incredible diving, amazing dive staff and the luxury of a high end resort in the middle of nowhere."
Stacie Collins - November 2008
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| | "As a reasonably well-traveled and practicing SCUBA instructor, I have been thoroughly impressed with your operation, particularly given the logistical challenges. The diving was fantastic, as was our guide."
Ann M. Geiger - November 2008
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Joe DeVogelaere - November 2008
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| | "A resort that makes shore diving easy with ample underwater time available."
Nancy Duplan - November 2008
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| | "One of the most wonderful dive trips we have had. Heavenly diving."
Kate Padget-Koh - November 2008
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| | "It will be hard to go back to reality after spending a weak in paradise!"
Allison J. Dunlap - November 2008
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| | "Wakatobi exceeded my expectations in every way. In international travel there are always surprises, even theses were handled cheerfully and professionally.
Thanks again!"
Tim Neumann - November 2008
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| | "I have been blessed to have had the opportunity to dive all over the world. Wakatobi reefs are by far the best I have ever experienced."
Larry Abbott - November 2008
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| | "Truly one of the most outstanding dive locations on the world. Beautiful and unspoiled, teeming with life and yet, we didn't see any other divers all week. Words don't do Wakatobi justice. You have to visit to understand."
Clay Cookerly - November 2008
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| | "Life is a beach, then you dive!"
Lili Lemieux - November 2008
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| | "I'm Wakacrazy for Wakatobi"
Peter J. Wedel - November 2008
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| | "Wonderful diving even for the occasional diver. I recommend renting your equipment at Wakatobi. It was top quality and available in a wide range of sizes."
Cindy Antolino - November 2008
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| | "Wakatobi put a whole new meaning to "getting away from it all""
Ralph Antolino Jr. - November 2008
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| | "Life is for living - do it at Wakatobi in ways that can only be imagined."
Gill Rogers - November 2008
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| | "A five star diving resort in a remote part of the world."
Beverly Lindner - November 2008
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| | "In my 17 years of dive travels around the world, my experiences tell me that Wakatobi: has the best reef, THE greatest house reef, is the finest dive resort, employs the best staff, executes an outstanding sustainable benefit program for the local communities, and is the most ecologically sound luxury dive resort I have ever seen. This is probably why I've enjoyed my sixth trip here as much as my first...and yes, I'm already making plans to return again."
Bud Meyaard - November 2008
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| | "I have never seen such a healthy reefs - Wakatobi gives me hope for the rest of the world."
Chris Diorio - October 2008
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| | "Great diving, awesome place to stay and enjoy this wonderful remote dive resort!"
Jeffrey Hayden - October 2008
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| | "I arrived with one brother. I departed with a boatload of brother and sisters and an ocean-full of memories that will be with me forever! Who could ask for more?!"
Gary Jay Waxman - October 2008
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| | "Nicest land based dive resort - felt like I was on a liveaboard. Well worth the 29 hour flight! Staff couldn't have been nicer!"
Holly Frye Atcherson - October 2008
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| | "One of the best, if not the best diving operations my wife & I have experienced - superior to a liveaboard in all aspects - hope to return in the future."
Andrew Kevin Callahan - October 2008
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| | "Thanks to all for a fabulous holiday. We will be back for sure! Very well organized down to the smallest detail - like booties on the transfer at low tide."
Aggie Morgan - October 2008
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| | "I booked this trip two years ago with high expectations. I wasn't disapointed a bit. Wish I could have stayed longer."
Robert Douglas Beardslee - October 2008
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| | "Life is a journey, not a destination. May your journey lead to you someday, to beautiful Wakatobi."
Elaine Brown - October 2008
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| | "Outstanding dive resort that is operated by very competent people who are very diver oriented."
Frederick M. Frey - October 2008
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| | "Wakatobi provides some of the world's finest diving with first class service and comfortable amenities."
Mike Bray - October 2008
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| | "Thank you everyone. The most pristine reef system we have ever seen!!
This is the secret world you seek!!!"
Hayden Coate - October 2008
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| | "Wakatobi dive sites are heaven under water, the dive team are the angels looking after them. Thank you :)"
Barbara Coate - October 2008
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| | "Wow, Paradise Found! Starting with the Wakatobi team in Bali meeting us all to the entire staff of Wakatobi, you guys are great! Wonderful accomodations, meals, diving, DMs, and what a beautiful setting.
We can't say enough about the diving and the wonderful DMs. We had Alex, Coralie, and sometimes Guja. They were tremendous. They took their time to help each diver no matter whether they had a camera or not. Boat staff was amazing along with the dive boats. The boats look a bit different but they are by far the easiest diving boats that we have experienced. Nitrox fills were very consistent along with the 70 minute plus dives. Make sure you take the time to do the HOUSE REEF! We even saw an eagle ray and a turtle right there, also a great school of large Jacks. The wall is right at the end of the pier.
Food was consistently good to great, awesome food displays. Great selections of liabiations along with a wonderful bar staff. The bar at the pier is amazing, more stars at night than we have ever seen.
We stayed on the north end, great breeze. Wonderful rooms, internet is slow but hey, you are very far from the mainland.
This is by far the best vacation that we have ever had. I guess if we had a complaint, it would be that wetsuits and booties don't dry all the way each night and can become smelly. We will be back!!!!
All the staff is very friendly and also for us, gay friendly. If you have the bucks, the villas are beautiful.
THANK YOU to all the staff, WOW !!! Can't believe Paradise is just a long plane ride away."
Scott Nielsen & Troy Graves - October 2008
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| | "Dive staff excellent. All staff very helpful. Absolutely wonderful resort. We hope to return again. "
Denise Lutz - October 2008
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| | "Excellent dive destination! Staff, dive masters and location are truly top notch!"
Angela Serrano - October 2008
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| | "Best reefs, awesome dive service, and lovely resort - definitely worth a return visit!"
Juan Serrano - October 2008
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| | "I do a lot of dive travel and my past two trips to Wakatobi were the best trips I've ever had. The staff, the diving, the food and everything is WONDERFUL!"
Robin Lynn Churchil - October 2008
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| | "Wakatobi is one of the best holiday experiences I have had. I can not fault it in any way."
James King - September 2008
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| | "A resort with a more than just good service, Wakatobi has true personality. We really don't want to leave... it's just like home, The staff and services were faultless and our 2 year old was treated like a queen with an enthusiastic entourage of babysitters and playmates! "
Tara King - September 2008
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| | "Wakatobi - Where service meets the sea.
Wakatobi - The experience of a lifetime.
Wakatobi - The future of the world."
Mike King - September 2008
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| | "Diver's paradise - a real class act in every aspect."
Jonathan Rocklin - September 2008
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| | "This beautiful island is an amazing paradise for the divers and vacations that want to relax on an isolated island with beautiful amenities, scenery and peacefulness. Thank you Wakatobi, for the perfect rejuvenating vacation of my dreams!"
Tammy Lynne Holt - September 2008
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| | "The resort is a unexpected pleasure for the remoteness of the island. Enchanting!!"
Gregory Holt - September 2008
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| | "You have to see it to believe how good it is."
Christopher M.S.Cain - September 2008
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| | "You have to travel to Wakatobi, your trip will exceed your expectations."
Emily Waterhouse - September 2008
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| | "Wakatobi was a terrific experience. As great as the diving was, the excellent service & gracious hospitality of the staff was even better. There are many smiling faces that I will miss!"
Kendal Keyes - September 2008
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| | "Impeccable service, great resort and awesome diving!! "
Lisa Vitale - September 2008
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| | "Wakatobi has set the bar high, from the restaurant service, cleaning staff to the dive staff. Wakatobi has set the standard to which we will compare other dive resorts."
Nancy Walker - September 2008
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| | "I would recommend Wakatobi Dive Resort to any one who wants a great vacation."
Robert Myernick - September 2008
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| | "Unbelievable facility & staff in an unbelievable part of the world. Amazing variety of sea life - especially the micro organisms."
Peter Nickel - September 2008
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| | "Wakatobi is a dream for all of us ocean lovers. The food was great & plenty of it. Staff & Lorenz very gracious. I'll be back."
Kimberly Kuppens - September 2008
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| | "You get pampering, world class diving and exquisite service from an environmentally sound operation. After seeing how much work goes in behind the scenes in this entirely self supporting operation, I'm amazed at how reasonably priced it actually is."
Ellen Dana Briscoe - September 2008
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| | "The most comfortable diving you'll ever get. Everything is prepared for you. All you need to do is dive & enjoy the incredibly beautiful corals, reefs and underwater life."
Leng Stricker-Wong - September 2008
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| | "A wonderful, exciting dive experience!"
Cheryl Haynes - September 2008
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| | "Heaven on earth and underwater too!!"
Alexander Ross - September 2008
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| | "Wakatobi Dive Resort, the Eight wonder of the world!"
Rick Garzoli - September 2008
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| | "I was certified very shortly before arriving and the expertise of the dive instructors made the trip an experience I won't forget. My skill level was greatly improved during my stay."
James R. Fridie II - September 2008
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| | "My wife and I enjoyed Wakatobi immensely , this was a perfect honeymoon trip!"
Brad Watson Camp - September 2008
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| | "Wakatobi Dive Resort is a piece of paradise in every aspect. A chance to pamper all of your senses - excellent diving, dining + excellent accomodations to boot!
Definitely a place we want to return year after year."
Carole N. Cerf - September 2008
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| | "Wakatobi is a trip of a lifetime that you can do again and again.
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Michael Holdren - September 2008
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| | "The resort is absolutely dive paradise. Come for the diving, staff for the service and comforts of your own private island hideaway."
Sherri Romuno - August 2008
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| | "We had an incredible time and would recommend to everyone!"
Jim Rommuno - August 2008
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| | "Wakatobi provides a spiritual experience, above ground and bellow the water."
Victoria Fredenhagen - August 2008
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| | "Finally, a world class dive operation that truly lives up to the the hype. Wakatobi is a magical place! Thanks so much."
William Jakab - August 2008
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| | "Wakatobi is a great place for divers seeking for healthy and colorful reefs and macro."
Cosimo Bargellini - August 2008
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| | "I recommend Wakatobi Dive Resort highly. "Reefs unparalleled" is an understatement."
Gladys Voncile Hodges - August 2008
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| | "We have been diving for many years. We have been to many destinations that are "off the beaten track" our experience at Wakatobi has far surpassed our expectations in terms of the diving experience, service & most importantly the interactions with our dive guides. They were extremely well versed in marine biology & will go great lengths to find unique marine creatures. Our diving experience was awesome! In addition we could not have asked for better service from the resort staff. This was great vacation!"
Susan Meklune - August 2008
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| | "Wonderful diving with amazing service; a good cocktail for passionated divers like us!"
Oliver Malvezin - August 2008
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| | "This is a fantastic resort & if you love MACRO - ALL THE SMALL CRITTERS - this dive location is for you!"
Kimberly Whittaker - August 2008
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| | "Pristine diving in ideal circumstances. Beautiful tropical setting, professional staff and world class diving makes Wakatobi Resort a site you'll want to return to again and again."
Donald Bruce Carter - July 2008
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| | "A perfect dive holiday in an incredible remote and pristine location! Wakatobi staff thinks of everything. "
Richard Ostreicher - July 2008
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| | "I have so many great underwater pictures from Wakatobi, it is difficult to pick out my favorites."
Bruce Johnson - July 2008
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| | "Wakatobi was quite simply ... an amazing experience!"
Matthew F. Hatley - July 2008
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| | "The Garden of Eden is underwater in Wakatobi. Come & See it!"
Kenneth C. Chotiner - July 2008
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| | "A visual splendor both above and below the waves."
Michael Chittenden - July 2008
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| | "As a non-diver I had a great time at Wakatobi. The weather, facilities and staff made an excellent holiday."
Bruce Grant - July 2008
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| | "Fabulous diving, stylish luxury in accommodation and attentive service and magnificent night sky filled with stars. The best in terms of a diving vacation. "
Gillian Grant - July 2008
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| | "Wakatobi is the perfect dive camp for adults - you'll leave reluctantly with great memories and find new friend."
Steven Tulsky - July 2008
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| | "The most amazing diverse and colorful coral & fish I've ever seen."
Laura Alster Martin - July 2008
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| | "There is no other place where you can combine top diving with luxury comfort."
Mauro Napoletano - July 2008
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| | "Wakatobi - a resort that helps community while entertaining its guests!"
Marcy Siegel - July 2008
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| | "Stunning reefs & aquatic life - rivals the Great Barrier Reef & puts the Caribbean to shame"
Jonathan Fuhrman - July 2008
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| | "Wakatobi is a macro photographers dream"
Michael Yociss - July 2008
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| | "This is a dive experience you don't want to miss! Awesome!!"
Julia Embry - July 2008
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| | "The life on the reef is extraordinary, hard and soft corals as well as fish life abound. More color and life than I have ever seen in one place."
Rudolph C. Schwartz - July 2008
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| | "We have been spoiled for any other dive resort, and we have been to Palau, Fiji, Yap & Caribbean."
Stanley E. Hanson - July 2008
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| | "Of all the dive resorts we have been all around the world, Wakatobi stands out for superb service, comfort and attention to details"
Ranaella Kimberly Stainberg - July 2008
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| | "Truly is the epicenter of biodiversity."
Robert Borland - July 2008
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| | "This has been the best diving experience in our lives!! Staff anticipates all of your needs from dining to diving!! We will recommend this to all of our friends & business associates. "
Michael Sohmer - July 2008
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| | "Here we have the best of the best."
Josh Sohmer - July 2008
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| | "Whatever may be stopping you going to Wakatobi, get over it! This is one place you simply can't afford to miss: awesome, effortless, the best diving in the best resort.""
Elizabeth J. LLewellyn - June 2008
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| | "We would like to thank you and the whole Wakatobi team again for an unforgettable vacation. The diving was unparalleled, the expertise of our guide was outstanding, the resort wonderful, the food fabulous and the staff ever so friendly and helpful. We could go on and on like this - but we don't want to bore you since you probably hear this kind of praise from the better part of your guests at Wakatobi ... Bottom line is: We LOVED it and we'll be back as soon as possible"
Hans & Lanette Leuthold - June 2008
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| | "I've traveled a lot, but finding this gem of a resort in a such a remote location makes me look forward to come again and again! The crew, the diving, the rooms and even the pool are fantastic!"
Markus Fritze - June 2008
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| | "Wakatobi is one of the top, if not the best, reef diving destinations anywhere. I would recommend Wakatobi to divers of all skill levels and interests."
Kerry Mullin - June 2008
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| | "Wakatobi truly is "Reefs without Equal" but it is also service, accommodation, relaxation and comfort without equal!"
Stacey Mullin - June 2008
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| | "I expected this 3rd trip to Wakatobi to be wonderful but it surpassed expectations. Old friends warmly greet us, there was new things to see with great new staff and the food & service were excellent as usual."
Elysa P. Daniels - June 2008
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| | "We see more with each return trip. Wakatobi amazes in all ways. Disneyland for Divers"
Edward Fedoruk - June 2008
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| | "Wakatobi offers the best of everything for the serious & casual divers alike. Great resort, diving, staff, service & attention to detail. We'll definitely return!"
Karen Schulman - June 2008
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| | "The absolute best dive trip in our 20 years of diving."
Joel Schulman - June 2008
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| | "Thanks for the trip of a lifetime."
Mark Fulton - June 2008
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| | "Truly a 5 star dive operation."
Brad Mullin - June 2008
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| | "Amazing! there aren't words to describe this experience. I will be back and I won't be packing shoes."
Catherine A. Mullin - June 2008
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| | "Beautiful place, amazing diving and unbelievable service."
Gail Shriner - June 2008
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| | "Great intact coral reefs and diving in beautiful settings. Outstanding level of service above & below the water."
Lanette Lane - June 2008
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| | "Everything about Wakatobi - the accommodations, the food, the people, the service and of course the diving - was first rate. We hope to make it back."
Ken Morris - June 2008
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| | "Wakatobi - from the management & dive guides to the grounds & boat crew - have a profound enthusiasm & respect not just for the coral reefs and ocean life - but also the Indonesian culture that surrounds it. You will feel like family from the moment you arrive and won't want to leave. Thanks so much for a fantastic holiday."
Meighan Leon - June 2008
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| | "This was our second visit to Wakatobi and it was just as memorable as the first time. Wonderful staff, beautiful accommodations, and incredible diving - what more could anyone ask for -"
Christie Hamond - June 2008
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| | "Some of the best soft & hard coral I have seen anywhere in the world."
William Lindsey - June 2008
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| | "Great place to dive, snorkel & rest!"
Barbara Lindsey - June 2008
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| | "Lots to see and loads of fun. I encourage every dive enthusiast to see Wakatobi at least once in their lifetime!"
Joyce Carole Geierman - June 2008
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| | "Great dive destination, great operation. I had an absolutely wonderful time. Will plan to come again soon. I also agree with Lorenz's philosophy to work with & teach the local folk to take care/share their resources with the rest of the world. We all benefit!!!"
Edward Ray Verde - June 2008
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| | "Wakatobi is an outstanding diving experience and the total package meets all expectations. You will not be disappointed."
James Coopman - June 2008
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| | "Fantastic diving (even in stormy weather) and I really appreciate your concern to educate divers about reef ecology."
Nancy Best - June 2008
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| | "Top notch operation in beautiful setting with people who go out of their way to help you. Thanks Wakatobi staff!"
Marjorie D. Lake - June 2008
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| | "We had a wonderful time. The best diving in the world!"
Bonnie Vance - June 2008
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| | "The best dive resort experience in a remote area."
Stephen Graeber - June 2008
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| | "5 star treatment at a very beautiful dive resort. Surely exceeded my expectations!"
Teri Muir - June 2008
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| | " I am an ex diver, now snorkeler only. I was in Wakatobi in May 2007. Found it utterly fantastic for snorkeling. Better than the Great Barrier Reef even. Lush reefs, great for seeing from the surface, as well as being amazing for free diving. And unlike at most resorts, snorkelers are also VIP's at Wakatobi. I am coming back in 2009 (already arranged!)
And, oh yes, that is me on the main picture of this snorkeling page."
Andrew Dienes - May 2008
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| | "I didn't thought that the sea can be again so beautiful anywhere in the world - it's like a garden - amazing!"
Valerie Bornand - May 2008
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| | "When one has little time off to vacation you hope that your trip will be a good one. Our Wakatobi trips was more than good - it was perfect! There is so many thought put into planning that everything goes so smoothly. The diving is amazing and made more so by a staff that spoil you!"
Karla Lauenstein - May 2008
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| | "You'll love Wakatobi and at the end of your trip, you'll be thinking about when you can come back."
Yen Chow - May 2008
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| | "The stay at Wakatobi was wonderful. The dive sights were spectacular and divemasters were masters of finding all the interesting stuff. I look forward on my next visit."
Terre Sadosky - May 2008
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| | "It's a mystery how Wakatobi is able to run such a top notch on such an isolated island. From the rooms, to the food, to the diving, it was ll just wonderful. This was a trip I will talk about for a long time to come. Thank you!"
Deborah Comstock - May 2008
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| | "The best dive resort I've ever been to! The courtesy, attention & positive attitude of all of the staff was consistently the BEST!"
Sheila Sanders - May 2008
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| | "Dive vacation in paradise!"
Max Kiehn - May 2008
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| | "This resort is the best run dive operation I have seen in long time. Food and accommodation is far and above most dive operations and the coral reef are unbelievable."
Julian Choen - May 2008
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| | "Wakatobi was a fantastic 10 days experience. The resort, the staff, the food, the accommodations all exceeded my expectations. I will be back ... once is not enough. "
Linda Cain - May 2008
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| | "Thank you Lorenz for believing in your dream and making it a reality -- Wakatobi is a magical place!"
Anita Pedersen-Smith - May 2008
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| | "We have visited Wakatobi for the 2nd time and congratulate the whole team for their efforts in getting this wonderful dive site more and more comfortable, without loosing the original spirit.
Thanks, we will be back!"
Esther Schawalder - May 2008
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| | "We are snorkelers who have visited many locations. The Wakatobi house reef is the best we have seen - beautiful, accessible and healthy!"
Sally Ann Grahn - May 2008
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| | "Wakatobi is one of the best run dive resorts that I have ever worked with. The diving and level of service continue to improve every time I return there."
Steve Weaver - May 2008
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| | "You guys rock! Thanks so much for working so hard to keep the land/water pristine!"
Liane Wong - May 2008
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| | "Magnificent vacation above and below the water!!!"
Dale Janes - May 2008
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| | "After 3 trips the reef continue to impress me and the dive staff and local staff far exceed my expectations!"
Ryan Zent - May 2008
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| | "Hidden Paradise away from civilization with more comfort and service then mainland resorts."
Amrit P. Singh - May 2008
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| | "Wakatobi is heaven in the ocean. Even after a week of diving I'm still pinching myself that this place exists it's awe inspiring to dive with thousands of fish every dive and every square inch of the reef is filled with healthy coral of colorful sponges. Will definitely come back with my husband when my son is older!"
Cherilyn Jose - May 2008
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| | "The most pristine reef we have seen."
Lowell Greenberg - May 2008
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| | "Wakatobi has now made it hard for any other dive destination to come even close to the beauty of the surrounding awe sites & wonderful staff. An experience I will always cherish! "
Catharine Darby - May 2008
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| | "18 days at the resort was great, I had time to learn to identify the common fish and get excited about spotting a pygmy angel fish on my own."
Serena Black - April 2008
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| | "A successful venture where one resides in luxury & enjoys great diving, with great effort being made to preserve the natural beauty and health of the underwater environment."
Barbara Taylor - April 2008
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| | "Divephotoguide held our first underwater photo & video festival & shootout at Wakatobi. Our guests and team found the diving excellent & photo & video opportunities very productive."
Jason Heller - April 2008
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| | "The undersea garden of Indonesia."
Peter Whyte - April 2008
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| | "An amazing vision turned into reality!"
Helen Whyte - April 2008
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| | "Your work with the Indonesian communities is very exemplary. You are making this world a much better place. Than you very, very much!"
Pirjo Pasanen - April 2008
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| | "What a place!! I would love to come back... Thank you very much!"
Torgrim Landsverk - March 2008
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| | "Wakatobi delivers what they advertise. Amazing corals, lots of fish and critters, wonderful food & accommodations. Can not wait for my return visit."
Delores Lynn Hammer - March 2008
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| | "All in Wakatobi, the staff, organization, all dive masters, the reefs, the facilities all are superb and unique!"
Bo Delenius - March 2008
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| | "A fabulous holiday - both above & below water. Looking forward to our return in November."
Gordon J. Jablonka - March 2008
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| | "Amazing diving with all kinds of critters and fish and a wonderful caring staff!"
Ann W. Shannon - March 2008
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| | "If you dive, you have to visit the Wakatobi, even our 12 year old loved the diving, food & staff."
Thomas L. Cavanagh - March 2008
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| | ""Divers" do not miss it out! Book Now! You will not be able to top this one for the awesome diving, the quality of resort, crew & staff."
Diana Horvat - February 2008
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| | "In 38 years of diving, Wakatobi is the first place that brings together world class reefs, accommodations & organization. The travel time was worth it. "
Dennis Delahoy - February 2008
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| | "Wakatobi is the real-life version of the tropical paradise I always imagined."
Chelsea Trimper - February 2008
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| | "Wakatobi is much a spiritual experience as it is a delight to the senses, they have created something totally unique."
William Casale - February 2008
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| | "Outstanding operation - I did not want for anything while at the resort. I loved socializing with the staff at meals and evenings. Restaurant staff and food are incredible. The reefs are pristine with so much variety to see. Each dive site is different. The dive masters are top notch and find many things to see. Very respectable place!"
Katheryn Westling - February 2008
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| | "Do not go to Wakatobi! If you do, will never want to leave & will want to call this home after you first day! We will be back as often as possible! Thank you"
Mikol Westling - February 2008
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| | "Wakatobi is a huge success in all respects . I hope to return someday."
Andrew Chlysta - February 2008
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| | "We have a new appreciation of the macro marine life as well as the phenomenal reefs. Best in the world I'm sure. Amazing experience and atmosphere. Dive masters are exceptional at finding marine life on the reefs. Wakatobi is the perfect dive resort. They have thought of everything and have it all. Excellence in diving. Thank you again! What a great time we had!"
James Grendell - February 2008
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| | "Not enough words to describe how wonderful the trip was! We will be back hopefully sooner rather then later. Every aspect of a great dive resort is here and has been though out. Thank you for a trip of a lifetime.
Wakatobi is the gold standard in dive resort. I can't imagine any other place in the world that can compare. They have set the bar very high. Looking forward to many more visits to Wakatobi."
Jenifer Grendell - February 2008
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| | "The diving staff and amenities were absolutely perfect. I will recommend this destination to everyone I know."
Gwendolyn Mary Cesere - February 2008
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| | "Everything was excellent. My group and I couldn't have asked for anything more. My Wakatobi experience was everything I dreamed it would be. The diving guides were the best I've ever seen, people who truly care about the reef, about diving and about sharing the underwater world with others with an amazing level of excitement and professionalism. Great job!
Trully an amazing place, thank you!"
John Cesere - February 2008
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| | "Wakatobi is the most incredible combination of beautiful reefs, exotic sea life, charming settings, knowledgeable dive experts and a friendly service. It is a must visit dive resort for serious divers."
Kenneth Gitlin - February 2008
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| | "A truly amazing underwater macro experience, well worth the travel to get here!"
Rose Ingram - February 2008
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| | "The Wakatobi reefs are the some of the healthiest and most pristine reefs that I've seen after diving all around the world."
Tom Fuquay - February 2008
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| | "As a non-diver and a 'not so confident snorkeler' I found Wakatobi excellent! I built up confidence snorkeling the house reef (which is beautiful) and went out once on the boat! Staff were very encouraging and helpful - I wouldn't be so hesitant next time - Thanks"
Jill McMillan - February 2008
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| | "You can find more expensive resorts but you will never find a better one - amazingly outstanding staff, food & diving/snorkeling."
Richard Arkless - February 2008
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| | "Wakatobi - not just for divers - snorkeling at its best - always a new adventure.
Wakatobi - leave your everyday routine & be prepared to be spoiled!
Than you to everyone! We will highly recommend this to our friends."
Suzanne Arkless - February 2008
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| | "Come for the diving, leave with the experience. "
John Kaim - January 2008
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| | "Wakatobi resort is a hidden gem that delights the senses and wonderful underwater treasures to discover. Truly a world class resort that I will be coming back for more!"
Jenny Leong Soke Theng - January 2008
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| | "Dive into the new year at Wakatobi.
We liked it a lot, thank you!"
Annemarie van Tienhoven - January 2008
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| | "Wakatobi is the idealistic isolated diving dream. Built and operated by dedicated people committed to the enjoyment of all visiting divers, young and old, male and female the world over. Thank you. "
David Lyman - January 2008
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| | "Unbelievable diving that you'll want to come back and experience over and over again. Paradise above and below the water. Worth of journey half around the world."
Rick Dugan - January 2008
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| | "More sea snakes than I've ever seen before. Beautiful reefs. Spacious dive boats. A well-run operation."
Michael O'Reilly - January 2008
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| | "Wakatobi Diving - where you will "see" life in a new way."
Sue Chan - January 2008
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| | "The reefs are pristine and "still" there is an abundance of critters. An ideal place for reef lovers and photographers. Best service I experienced so far in the diving business. Thank you!"
Magnus Lundgren - January 2008
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| | "A memory that took my breathe away!"
Paula Trout - January 2008
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| | "A fantastic week, superb corals, great staff, hope to be back soon!"
Annabel Thomas - January 2008
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| | "So many dive sites...
So little time...
We would stay for another tour if we could."
Wojciech Wardynski - January 2008
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| | "Excellent - second trip still finding new subjects to find and photograph. 781 species in Wakatobi area I still think have more to find and photograph."
Dave Weeks - January 2008
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| | "Wakatobi has been gifted by nature with reefs of great abundance and extraordinary beauty. The physical design and infrastructure of the resort, the joyful service of the staff and the enlightened policies of the management add to this endowment for an experience that is first class in every way."
Stephen Hill - January 2008
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| | "Unbelievable fish life - over 300 hours of diving & still seeing fish I've never seen before. "
Sandra Luft - January 2008
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| | "A very enjoyable experience. We were treated like family, warm & welcomed!"
Patricia Polster - December 2007
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| | "An amazingly unique dive trip experience from start to finish - kudos!"
Karen Wheeler - December 2007
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| | "The ultimate dive resort. Fantastic experience - great diving, great accommodations, great food, great staff.
Simply the best!"
Philip Sokol - December 2007
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| | "I'm glad this wonderful place exists in this turbulent world."
Diana Eaton - December 2007
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| | "The diving, the facilities and staff are all first rate!"
Harry Pearson - December 2007
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| | "This was my first dive trip in over a decade, and it was a test for me – did I still want to dive after so long a hiatus? The answer, based on my great experience here, is a resounding yes. Every dive brought new critters, and we often came across those remarkable pygmy seahorses that are impossible to believe even when you’re looking directly at them! The dive staff was tremendously helpful, the dive boats quite well-organized and comfortable, the between-dive snacks fresh and tasty. I was also impressed with how well the entire dive crew handled the variable currents, both in terms of redirecting our dive path underwater and keeping track from the surface of where we were no matter what surprises the currents held for us below. The resort itself is quite lovely, and the food excellent. I hope to return. My best vacation ever!"
Barbara Silverstein - December 2007
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| | "A heaven for divers, a paradise for all romantics to find refuge! Thanks!"
Ger Steenbergen - November 2007
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| | "Wakatobi has set the standard for a dive resort."
John J. Pascoe - November 2007
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| | "This is what diving should be!"
Katie Fraser - November 2007
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| | "My new favorite dive site, this resort was done perfect. "
Linda Rice - November 2007
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| | "I came for a "once in a life time trip"; after visiting, I'm looking to return."
Mark LaRowe - November 2007
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| | "The experience is well worth the effort it takes to travel from Colorado."
Jay Thomas Stanfield - November 2007
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| | "The absolute best corals, fans, sponges, small critters ever to date!"
Jean M. Coren - November 2007
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| | "Great crew. Best diving I've done. Will be back one of these days!"
Paul M. Cowan - November 2007
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| | "Wakatobi is magical. Come and see for yourself!"
Peter J. Schaeufele - November 2007
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| | "A great resort with professional service in every phase & friendly management & dive masters & guides."
Chuck Nicklin - November 2007
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| | "Wakatobi Dive Resort provides excellent accommodation in a beautiful spot of the world with some healthiest, spectacular reefs I've ever seen."
Randall Harwood - October 2007
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| | "Every serious diver should experience Wakatobi at least once!"
Deninis DeBord - October 2007
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| | "Overall this was a fantastic experience and exceeded my expectations. I am a hardened liveaboard traveler but the variety, comfort and "space" made this very special. The Crew and Divemasters were exceptional and the design and comfort of the dive boats is the best I have experienced."
Chris Caddy - October 2007
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| | "A paradise! Beautiful, fantastic diving! Resort staff was exceptional!"
Christine M. Clum - October 2007
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| | "I don't know about the diving, but it was world-class snorkeling!"
Deborah Dahling - October 2007
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| | "Diving with the comforts of home without the work."
Charles W. Modlin - October 2007
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| | "The finest dive resort I have ever been to!"
Scott E. Johnson - October 2007
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| | "A great diving experience. Everything I hoped for plus a lot more!"
Michael Holdren - October 2007
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| | "Loved our stay! Great diving, staff, food and whole experience."
Mary Jane Farr - October 2007
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| | "Heaven on earth and under the sea!!"
Patricia Lyon Brown - October 2007
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| | "An underwater paradise at the end of the rainbow."
Jane Miller - October 2007
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| | "An experience not to be missed!"
Paula C. Merrill - October 2007
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| | "We love Wakatobi and keep coming back!
It's a dive paradise!"
Lynne Warshaw - October 2007
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| | "When you come to Wakatobi, you join a wonderful multicultural family - full of good cheer and ready to make your stay exceptional. There is no better diving in the world."
David Warshaw - October 2007
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| | "Travel and diving in Wakatobi is like a magical mystery tour!!"
Lorraine Riscinti - October 2007
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| | "Fantastic dive resort well worth the travel time!!
Thank you, thank you."
Teresa R. Pooley - October 2007
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| | "Is there a better dive centre on the planet, I've not heard of it!! What an experience."
George William Miller - October 2007
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| | "Wakatobi has the best dive operation I've ever been to!"
Kelly Ann McSpadden - September 2007
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| | "The facilities and service on the dive boat, on a scale of 1 to 10, are 20."
Kristine Wheat - September 2007
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| | "Great diving with a wonderful staff. We were waited on and helped with anything and everything. Wonderful resort and a great vacation!
Come here if you want to be pampered."
Theresa Howarth - September 2007
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| | "The Best Boat Dive Crews In The World!"
David Dwight Davis - September 2007
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| | "We have our regulators and our trusty old BC's, our fins, mask and snorkel. We are going back to Wakatobi."
Lloyd & Donna Hale - September 2007
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| | "Perfection on the Banda Sea."
Michelle Elenbaas - September 2007
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| | "Wakatobi is sheer perfection. Well organized dive operations, the best dive boats (& boat toilets!) I've ever seen, friendly & gracious staff, outstanding food, and perfect remote location with still all the comforts of home.
LOVED IT!!
And of course amazing diving!! Where else do you see a sea snake, octopus, scorpion fish, moray eel and 8 turtles all on the same dive???"
Lauren Dellechiaie - September 2007
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| | "You don't have to dive to enjoy it!!"
Wendy Ann Sargent - September 2007
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| | "I just returned from my trip to Bali and Wakatobi and the Pelagian. I really had a brilliant time on both the resort and the boat. I just can't get over how fantastic it was. People were so nice and the food and everything was just so great. I can't believe that all of that is running like that in the middle of "nowhere". I am impressed."
Janice Nigro - September 2007
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| | "It was an incredible experience in so many ways and without doubt the most beautifully run dive resort of its kind we have every come across. It is impossible to fault it in any way."
Nick and Wendy Sargent - September 2007
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| | "A truly unforgettable dive vacation."
Lorna Shriro - September 2007
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| | "Excellent dive operation, efficiently run. Magnificent dive sites. I prefer liveabord diving but for land based, Wakatobi is the best I've experienced."
Doris Schaffer - September 2007
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| | "Two weeks is not enough - outstanding variety of diving, supportive and smiling staff and comfort that excels."
Clifford Shaffer - September 2007
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| | "In my 40 years of diving Wakatobi is the best land based operation I have experienced."
Robert Schaffer - September 2007
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| | "Best Nitrox setup we have ever used"
Dwight Coles - September 2007
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| | "Wakatobi is the ultimate diving experience. The reefs are healthy, the soft coral is plentiful and colorful, and the fish species are varied and abundant. Every diver should visit Wakatobi resort."
Jacquelyn Anne Coles - September 2007
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| | "Impressed with your contribution to saving reef, respect for way of life of the island culture."
Margie M. Straight - September 2007
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| | "Wakatobi easily ranks as one of our top vacations ever!"
Grant & Amanda Morris - September 2007
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| | "I wish Wakatobi was closer so I could come more often!"
Kristine Lewandowska - August 2007
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| | "What an amazing place to honeymoon! The personal touches were great. Life above & below the waterline was terrific - I wish I had 10 more days - there is still more to see! "
Lisa Barnicoat - August 2007
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| | "The constant, unwavering smiles from the local staff and their superb level of service made me feel as if I was pampered in paradise."
Matt Harris - August 2007
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| | "Our best dive resort ever. Hooray for the pygmy seahorses! "
John Hale - August 2007
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| | "We have made memories that will last us a lifetime."
Hazel Green - August 2007
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| | "A divers dream come true. It's nice to see that there as still healthy reefs in the world."
Thomas Dimock - August 2007
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| | "Wakatobi is the dive trip to exceed your expectations. A+ - a world class resort + dive experience."
Rebekah Booth - August 2007
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| | "We've been to the best dive sites on earth.
Wakatobi is our first dive site in "Heaven"."
Richard D. Lind - August 2007
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| | "Looking for healthy vibrant reefs? Wakatobi is the place!"
Jonathan Creighton - August 2007
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| | "By making our accommodation & food excellent the superb diving become even better. The diving is magic and shows you all the best that can be seen under the water."
Gillian Manson - August 2007
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| | "One of the best dive resort catering for photography I have ever been to! Congratulations for the organization."
Mauro Resnitzky - August 2007
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| | "Definitely a place to return to again and again. Lush, healthy rich reefs teaming with life.
Just candy for the eyes and soul."
Maria Hults - August 2007
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| | "This resort is a divers paradise, even if you are a kid!"
Rachel Levantovsky - July 2007
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| | "The Wakatobi experience is unforgettable! Every SCUBA diver should experience Wakatobi at least once."
Charles Hunter Baker - July 2007
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| | "Glad we came back and looking forward to our next trip!"
Kim-Vy Tran - July 2007
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| | "Wakatobi is the place to be where the tall swaying palms meet the majestic blue sea!"
Harry Andrew Higgins - July 2007
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| | "A trip to Wakatobi is a once in a lifetime experience … that you can repeat!"
Michael McDonald - July 2007
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| | "If you want to dive, relax and be pampered Wakatobi is the place!!"
John A. Shaddy - July 2007
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| | "Our week at Wakatobi was truly memorable – great diving, attentive staff, comfortable accommodations, surprisingly good food. We can recommend it without reservation for those who want great diving and a remote, peaceful adventure."
Barbara McFarren - July 2007
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| | "Wonderful service, world class diving in a most beautiful setting."
James Nerli - July 2007
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| | "All the small hassles of diving & living away from home have been removed. Great attention to small details, lovely resort."
Roger Dunton - July 2007
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| | "There are so many small and wonderful creatures under the surface - bring your specs with you."
Peter Cooney - July 2007
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| | "A Wonderland u feel colour, tons of tiny lovely and some strange looking fish!"
Francesca Cooney - July 2007
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| | "Honeymooning in paradise, diving in gorgeous reefs just a few feet away - wow!"
Lori Bradley - June 2007
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| | "Superior diver operation with individual pampering - a real treat! Dive masters are fantastic critter finders."
Denise Cipolla - June 2007
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| | "Exceeded my wildest expectations. Most prolific coral reef ecosystem I have seen in years. Awesome!"
Georgienne Bradley - June 2007
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| | "I felt extremely spoiled … makes me not want to carry my own gear at home. I had a fabulous experience. Thanks for everything!"
Susan Lovaas - June 2007
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| | "Great diving, excellent dive operations. Overall great location and resort. Food was really nice, exceeding my expectations for a remote dive resort."
Craig Cipolla - June 2007
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| | "This experience was everything I'd hoped it would be and so much more. The resort and staff were amazing!"
Julie Falla-Hagood - June 2007
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| | "This is the most peaceful place I have ever been diving - a true tropical paradise."
Jordan Seldeen - June 2007
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| | "A little piece of heaven in the middle of nowhere, with all the comforts of home."
Neil Berkowitz - June 2007
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| | "Expect the best & be prepared to have those expectations exceeded by this spectacular experience."
Garrison Lickle - June 2007
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| | "The ultimate luxury in diving."
Brian Marcus - June 2007
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| | "Visiting this enchanting place, being with these delightful people, diving these wonderful waters, should be on every diver must do list."
Ray Ivie - June 2007
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| | "For the diving experience of a lifetime … Go To Wakatobi."
Pamela Brand - June 2007
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| | "Words can't do Wakatobi justice - as many great things as I read about it, it exceeded my expectations. Thank you for a dream vacation."
Katherine Foster - June 2007
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| | "I downloaded my photos every day on my computer, there were many. The best shots I made a special folder for and called it Wakatobi Wow!"
Jodie A. Paine - June 2007
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| | "Wow - what a plan! Some of the best diving & resort services in the World! I can't wait to return to Wakatobi."
Judith Crews - June 2007
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| | "A top dive resort in a premiere dive site serviced by people who really care."
Stan Lee Noel - June 2007
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| | "Best place we could of chosen for a honeymoon, so romantic, amazing dive sites, amazing staff, great staff. We can't wait to come back and enjoy Wakatobi a true paradise."
Wendy Holler - May 2007
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| | "Best house reef of all the resorts I have visited."
Howard Holland - May 2007
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| | "A snorklers paradise. Thank you for the best vacation ever."
Adele Sakler - May 2007
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| | "Wakatobi provide the best overall diving vacation I ever had."
Fred Smith - May 2007
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| | "If you want great diving and wonderful people to take care of you, come to Wakatobi."
Mitchel Youngblood - May 2007
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| | "The diving is even better then the management says it is."
Allan Goldberg - May 2007
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| | "Snorkeling at Wakatobi is pure magic! And on of the easiest places I rated number one in the world."
Andrew Dienes - May 2007
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| | "Un-freakin'-believable! I'm very sad to leave this paradise."
Beth Charvonia - May 2007
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| | "This was the trip of a life time! I liked everything about Wakatobi! I'll be back!"
Cherri Giovannini - May 2007
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| | "The house reef is mind blowing."
Kayla Epley - May 2007
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| | "A wonderful diving experience, great food and accommodation with very friendly staff. I will return as soon as I can everything was first class."
Mel Butler - May 2007
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| | "Wakatobi is fabulous spot for snorkeling, what a thrill to be in this enormous, beautiful aquarium floating above the divers bubbles."
Nora Butler - May 2007
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| | "Wakatobi - superb diving, pristine environment, with a eye to marine preservation and community conscience."
Luise Kaminer - May 2007
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| | "Paradise - above and beneath the water. "
Beth Morris - May 2007
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| | "To travel so far, and be met with a reward of beautiful diving, warm Indonesian people and a memory of a lifetime makes it all worth while I want more."
Don Brown - May 2007
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| | "If you don't have the time of your life at Wakatobi you are whacked."
Robin Altig - May 2007
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| | "Wakatobi land of the cuttle fish."
Russell Sanoian - May 2007
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| | "Dive boats the best I have ever been on."
David White - May 2007
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| | "The setting and sunset at Wakatobi are spectacular, but what makes the resort truly first class are the excellent dive guides and warm service of the resort staff."
Sharon Wada - May 2007
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| | "Want to be pampered? Come see the best there is. Wakatobi is great!"
Lance Borchardt - May 2007
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| | "Wakatobi is a must for places to go before you die. It is as close as you will ever get to another world."
Dory Ford - May 2007
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| | "Wakatobi resort is full of kind, friendly and knowledgeable people ready to make your holiday a grand experience. The coral reefs and sea creatures are magnificent and will draw you back again and again!"
Angelina Galindo - May 2007
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| | "The healthiest, most colourful reefs I have seen - should be on every divers list of places to visit."
Daniel Delaney - May 2007
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| | "It's hard to believe that in this day and age you can dive such a pristine coral reefs with such comfort and convenience."
Charles LoBue - May 2007
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| | "The service and attentiveness' of the staff at Wakatobi are second to none. It would be difficult to dive elsewhere now that we have been so spoiled. Thank you for unforgettable week."
Lisa Ghent - April 2007
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| | "We have definitely been spoilt on this trip. The diving is phenomenal as was the attentiveness of the staff."
Phillip Ghent - April 2007
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| | "Marine life diversity limitless reef walls, professional staff on and under water make Wakatobi a stunning experience."
David Lucas - April 2007
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| | "Anytime it can get multiple first sightings on one dive let alone a single trip it has to been a good trip."
Doug Keim - April 2007
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| | "Most pristine, diverse reef life I've seen. Very well organized like a Swiss watch."
Sam Bern - April 2007
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| | "The service was fantastic, the entire staff worked hard to make sure you were taken care of."
Phill Carlson - April 2007
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| | "You just might be the top dive resort in the world. - The colour and health of marine life, corals; the abundance of everything! The amenities at the resort and the superb quality of your staff and dive masters! - Who could ask for more?!"
Lani Dickson McCoy - April 2007
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| | "It was perfect the first time we came. Now it's even better."
Herb McCoy - April 2007
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| | "Some people believe that a perfect vacation can not be duplicated but Wakatobi proves them wrong. We spent our honeymoon in fabulous Wakatobi, and we didn't think anything could top that, but our recent stay was even better it was coming home to old friends."
Rosemary Moss - April 2007
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| | "Best spent vacation dollar ever. Period."
Todd Moss - April 2007
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| | "The best and healthiest reefs in the world, most variety of fish anywhere. A class five resort."
Beverly Nason - April 2007
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| | "Wakatobi is a wonderful eco friendly dive resort which I rank within best five in the world. Taking into consideration the coral fish life, accommodations, food, service and dive guides. Keep up the good work."
Buz Nason - April 2007
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| | "One of my saddest days was leaving Wakatobi. The best diving, the best dive masters and crew. Well worth trip half way around the world."
Bill Gonzales - April 2007
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| | "The service was so good I almost felt guilty. "
Rebecca Gordon - April 2007
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| | "Excellent experience I had a wonderful time. The diving was spectacular. Thank you for all the work you do to conserve the reef."
Diana Braden - April 2007
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| | "To come from the cold North West to Wakatobi was wonderful, we couldn't have asked for a better holiday."
Paul Miller - April 2007
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| | "Eleven days is not enough."
Scott Swearingen - April 2007
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| | "I have never had a better dive trip experience."
David Wahl - March 2007
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| | "Maybe there is a God."
Carol Hessler - March 2007
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| | "We had a great weeks diving. Service was excellent we only had to fall into the water and dive, this was dive heaven."
Bart Verlinden - March 2007
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| | "A must see for all serious divers."
Robert Steinhoff - March 2007
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| | "After 40 years of diving around the world, I've found the best reef, best resort, best staff, greatest house reef and benefit program for the local community and most ecologically sound resort. Bar none I thank you for wonderful 10 days I'll be back next years."
Paulino Gonzalez - March 2007
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| | "Get ready to eat great food and have no currents to burn of the calories."
Matthew Lobaugh - March 2007
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| | "This was more than a vacation trip, it was a life experience. I learned and observed so much aquatic life in this 10 days. This resort has given me a gift in magnifying my appreciation for all life sea life, life of the villagers and my own. Thank you."
Michael Vera - March 2007
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| | "Rarely have we been to a dive location that has it all: Wakatobi does. Excellent staff, accommodation, food organization and dive sites."
Patricia Steinhoff - March 2007
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| | "The most relaxing and stimulating dive vacation I've ever had. Have no hesitation - you won't regret going. Paradise created & well maintained."
Leyla Hill - January 2007
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| | "In 31 years of diving, I have never experienced a more professionally run resort ... or such a kaleidoscopic reefs .."
Kim Genereux - December 2006
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| | "Your staff were wonderful. Made us feel right at home and were always courteous & helpful.
Great resort!"
Don Tripp - December 2006
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| | "Overall a great resort - great reefs! Thank you for protecting them"
Michael C. Schmale - December 2006
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| | "We are spoiled for life, I can't imagine any other place could surpass Wakatobi. The reef is lush and pristine, the fish abundant and the service of the dive staff excellent. I also applaud your efforts to preserve the reef, environment and your care of the island people."
Kathy Dow - November 2006
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| | "The place is awesome!
The staff is great!
The diving is splendid!"
Debra S. Smith - November 2006
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| | "A highly professional beautiful resort on an exotic island with magnificent reefs where one is treated well + the trip runs like a Swiss watch from start to finish."
Marylin Thorpe - November 2006
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| | "This was the best dive vacation experience we've ever had. The quality and variety of coral, fish life and reef creatures were spectacular. The dive experience was definitely beyond expectations."
George Vincent - November 2006
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| | "This a great place to stay for your honey moon, beautiful, romantic, great service. The underwater life is spectacular and so is the sunset and the starlit sky."
Pien Hodas - November 2006
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| | "I came to Wakatobi very skeptic but all my expectations were not just filled but exceeded. Don't come looking for big fish, what you will find here is the best reefs with the biggest diversity of critters combined with outstanding service.
And yes it's worth the money!
And it's getting better every day! "
Roman Rounkle - November 2006
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| | "Trip of a life time.
Amazingly remote with excellent amenities."
Janet Smith - November 2006
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| | "Thank you for making the reef & your community & the world a better place."
Mary Kay Buckius - November 2006
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| | "Just three words: Heaven on earth!"
Bud Meyaard - November 2006
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| | "Wakatobi is the standard against which all dive resorts should be judged - for environmental and social responsibility, service, friendliness and professionalism. Thank you. "
Peter Lyddon - November 2006
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| | "... best diving in the world and a 4+ star restaurant as a bonus!"
C. Mark Baker - October 2006
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| | "Best experience ever! Total package!"
Angela M. Franklin - October 2006
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| | "To be or not to Wakatobi that is the question."
Otto H. Pflueger - October 2006
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| | "Incredible diving & diversity in marine life. Well worth the long trip from southern California!"
Kurt Ulrich - October 2006
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| | "We expected great diving & got it but the standard of care made a good trip a great one!"
Helen Nowicka - October 2006
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| | "There is so much diversity - from pygmy seahorses to turtles and rays. I will never forget the schooling puffer fish & pygmy O !"
Renee M. Cicchino - October 2006
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| | "Superb diving on pristine reefs, great hospitality & service beyond expectations, we were privileged to experience Wakatobi."
Martyn Guess - October 2006
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| | "Using your wildest imagination - as to what you can expect from W.D.R. one can't come close to the real thing! Diving staff , accommodation -- are what makes you sad to leave - and thrilled to be back!"
Lorraine Riscinti - October 2006
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| | "We just returned home from our visit to Wakatobi and we want to go back NOW! It is everything describe and so much more! We couldn't have asked for more. The diving and boats are unlike anything we have ever experienced. Spectacular!"
Mark & Dar Myers - September 2006
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| | "Eco-friendly diving at its very best. The jewel in Indonesia's diving crown!"
Catherine Crozier - September 2006
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| | "So many fish - too little time."
Marie Scheidt - September 2006
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| | "Wakatobi is truly a gem. The resort and staff are really amazing and the days flew by with great diving and wonderful people."
Nancy & Robert Darmanin - September 2006
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| | "It's a great day to be alive!"
Bruce Shaffer - September 2006
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| | "Wakatobi is perfect choice for a place to celebrate anniversary."
Hoa Tran - August 2006
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| | "Super - absolutely super. Wakatobi is a wonderful experience!"
Tim Mather - August 2006
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| | "Simply paradise! Great diving, great rooms and food, and a superb staff all around."
C.W. Hobbs - August 2006
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| | "Wonderful, romantic, well-run resort,
I will be back!
Local staff are great, hard working and very sweet!"
Feney M. Hews - August 2006
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| | "A wonderful week in Paradise!
Resort is very well managed and organized.
Superior service! "
Chris Jarvie - August 2006
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| | "Truly Waka-wondeful!"
Peggi-Ann Naccio - August 2006
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| | "The coral world at Wakatobi is most impressive."
Bernhard Meyer - August 2006
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| | "It has been a privilege to dive such an isolated, pristine coral reef system. The experience was enhanced by the support of a superior team. Truly wonderful."
John Tisdale - August 2006
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| | "Why go to Disneyland to celebrate when you have Wakatobi?"
Mason Hereford - August 2006
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| | "A wonderful place to dive for shear beauty + abundance of diversity. A true diver paradise!"
Helene Rogsay - August 2006
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| | "I didn't think it was possible, but 2nd visit to Wakatobi was even better than the 1st wonderful trip. The staff was great, the food is better than 5 star restaurant and the diving is some of the best in the world."
Robbie Turner - August 2006
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| | "I feel like I spent a week in Never Never Land.
I shed tears of sadness into my diving mask on my final ascent - that I wouldn't be here tomorrow."
Carol Kelley - July 2006
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| | "One of the best experiences in my life."
Laura A. Montgomery - July 2006
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| | "Among the best diving, best organized, and best staff world wide."
David Haughton - July 2006
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| | "A paradise for under water photographer. Not only is it a target rich environment, but also one of the best on site camera room. "
Stig Thormodsroel - July 2006
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| | "A beautiful and remote spot with pretty reefs. The staff are all very good and looked after us well."
Sally de Souza - July 2006
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| | "You would be hard pleased to find a finer spot on this earth. The quality of hospitality of the staff, the great food and accommodation, throw in outstanding diving & you have your self one first class holiday!! "
Karen E. Wirth - July 2006
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| | "The house reef is under water heaven!"
Bonita Rodemeyer - July 2006
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| | "Paradise above & below water."
Catherine Crane - July 2006
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| | "Wakatobi - Pampering from Shore to Sea! Spectacular diving sites & awesome service."
Kelly A. Richcreek - July 2006
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| | "Land based luxury & liveboard diving.
Perfect"
Maria Sotelo - July 2006
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| | "Excellent diving like on a liveaboard, with all the comfort of a small luxury resort."
Heinz Keller - July 2006
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| | "So far the best dive holiday we've had!"
David Kammann - July 2006
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| | "Best dive trip of my life. Boat diving (Western Indo Pacific), best guides + boat crew, safety + pampering, best food, comfortable housing - all for a FAIR price!"
Dianne M. Strong - July 2006
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| | "I dreamed my dream and then I lived it Wakatobi."
Karen Doody - June 2006
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| | "Best dive operation (boats, guides, tanks) I've seen in 20 years of diving."
Natalie Meisler - June 2006
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| | "I wanted an adventure and I got one with first class operation. The reefs were more alive than ever - a testament to your unique vision of world class diving but with a sense of responsibility for the marine life. "
Dennis L. Pferrer - June 2006
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| | "Staying at Wakatobi was like discovering the joy of diving all over again. It is easily the best dive experience of my life."
Mitchel Berger - June 2006
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| | "I have never seen a more efficient and professional dive operation from arrival to departure. The dive guides were very aware of their groups and the group's needs. "
Betty-Boyd Hardy - June 2006
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| | "Dive staff fabulous! Best crew very courteous - best dive operation I've ever experienced. Love the long bottom time and "freedom" in the water. The dives were all spectacular in someway or another. The boats are the best. Loved the boats. "
Jeri Mihm - June 2006
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| | "We were astonished and all our expectations were exceeded. Well worth traveling half way around the world."
Deborah S. Zunk - June 2006
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| | "Fantastic place, well run and very good diving. Only short of one thing? Longer Trips."
John Phillips - June 2006
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| | "After you have dived in Wakatobi, you will never want to dive anywhere else. EVER"
Kelvin Rwett - June 2006
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| | "Now I'm too spoiled to dive anywhere else!"
Sue Stone - May 2006
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| | "Live and let Dive"
Thomas Nonn - May 2006
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| | "Stay at Wakatobi Dive Resort, and dive the beautiful reefs of this lovely Indonesia's archipelago. Your experience, both above and below the water will be unforgettable. "
Dinesh Nandan - May 2006
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| | "Pinch me ... Am I really here"
Christina Mary Davies - May 2006
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| | "If you want a total dive vacation, Wakatobi is the place. The diving and dive staff are excellent, the food is five star and support staff are tops! Your every need is taken care here. A great experience and value overall. "
Michael W. Randolph - May 2006
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| | "One of the best operations I have visited. From the friendly staff providing exceptional service, to food preparation to accommodations truly top notch. Expect to be treated like royalty. Reefs are spectacular."
Rita L. Williams - May 2006
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| | "The best land based diving in the world."
Frances E. Mamberry - May 2006
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| | "A tropical resort with fantastic diving that will exceed your expectations in every way. A totally relaxing vacation."
Perry Bush - May 2006
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| | "The best just keeps getting better!"
Gary Swearingan - May 2006
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| | "I came to Wakatobi to celebrate my 50th year (and 29th country) of diving and know I made the right decision - the splendid corals and fish, wonderful hospitality and service I experienced here this is not a once in a lifetime destination - it must be repeated."
Jose Kirchner - May 2006
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| | "Our second visit is hopefully not our last. These are the most beautiful reefs I've seen. You haven't dove until you've dove Wakatobi! "
Caroline Shaw - April 2006
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| | "The diving and the service at the Resort are both outstanding. Beyond expectations!!!"
Paul Schmidt - April 2006
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| | "Wakatobi was a great experience. I look forward to coming again. Thanks for everything."
Debra Hopson - April 2006
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| | "Most beautiful soft coral I've seen anywhere the variety & colors are spectacular. "
Deborah Driggers - April 2006
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| | "I found exactly what I wanted: Outstanding beautiful coral reef and an incredible biodiversity of fishes! "
Dieter Grage - April 2006
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| | "You have to try to believe it."
William Nelson - April 2006
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| | "What a fantastic operation in a equally fantastic place, only exceeded by the fantastic staff. Would highly recommend this be on you "not to be missed" list. "
Teresa Nelson - April 2006
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| | "World class dive resort. If you like diving Wakatobi is the place. The only thing negative about Wakatobi is you have to leave."
Jon Hinckley - March 2006
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| | "I have traveled the world surfing & diving and Wakatobi by far has the best house reef wall divers I have ever dived"
Lucius Foster - March 2006
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| | "Have enjoyed a lot of dive guides in the past. But yours are by far in a class all their own. I'm nothing for a big raise for them all"
Sarasause Essenpreis - March 2006
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| | "Keep your eyes open because you will miss something. There is just too much to look at on these reefs."
Darrin Webb - March 2006
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| | "World class dive resort. If you like diving Wakatobi is the place. The only thing negative about Wakatobi is you have to leave."
Jon Brian Hinckley - March 2006
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| | "I have traveled the world surfing & diving and Wakatobi by far has the best house reef wall dives I have ever dived."
Lucius Foster - March 2006
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| | "In the 3 years since our last visit to Wakatobi, the corals are healthier and more lush the fish are large and more plentiful. [Your] vision of making a difference has come true"
Fletcher Forbes - November 2005
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| | "This was our best dive vacation, for diving and accommodation, the whole package. We can't wait to come back for a longer visit!"
Lily Sim - November 2005
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| | "The boat was the best dive boat I've ever been on, especially for someone with some physical challenges. Great attention to detail by all staff.
Wakatobi pulls together the best of land & liveaboard advantages into a fantastic package. And did I mention the diving is more than fantastic!"
Terri Odeneal - November 2005
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| | "Wakatobi is the best, It's better than all the rest!! "
Elaine Sawyer - October 2005
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| | "We've been diving for 20 years+ this was the best total experience ever, diving, macro + micro flora + fauna, hospitality + responsiveness "
Ray Peacoe - October 2005
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| | "Overall, I was very impressed with the level of service, the quality of the food and accommodation, but most of all the quality of the coral reefs! Kudos to you for working well with the local community and setting up the reef conservation program."
Richard Ranieri - October 2005
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| | "Wakatobi Island + resort staff far exceed my expectations! Very organized, great food, clean facility + exceptional diving. "
Martin Fritzsching - October 2005
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| | "Once again Wakatobi staff exceeded our expectations"
Peter Zent - October 2005
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| | ""It's paradise, paradise!" I'll send you the song! Thanks you all for lovely resort experience with kind hearted staff, expert dive masters (the best in the world!) and the most comfortable boat & diving available on the planet! "
Donna Pierson - October 2005
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| | "The reef is exceptionally alive & diverse. Fish and life was plentiful and approachable. This is my second trip."
Mark Vanderlinden - October 2005
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| | "Our first visit to Wakatobi was a 10 day trip in October 2002. During that trip we met [Lorenz] and learned of [his] future plans and dreams for the resort, experienced the outstanding diving, saw first hand the beautiful reefs, marine life, savored the delicious food and enjoyed the exceptional service from your entire staff. As we left, we felt that Wakatobi was something special, a place very different from any other dive resort. Next time we would stay longer and hoped when we did return we would find the conditions at the resort as good or better.
Well, we returned for 17 days in October 2005. We were not disappointed. You have done an outstanding job increasing the capacity of the resort without harming the diving or service. The 20+ bungalows are very nicely situated. Each bungalow is a first rate accommodation. The addition of desalinated water for drinking and bathing, telephone and internet services are way and above what anyone would expect in this isolated area. The reef is alive and growing, better then 2002. The soft corals are denser, the colors more vibrate. There are more critters today than 2002 and many new critters we saw for the first time. There are bigger fish, more schools of larger fish, proof positive that your Marine Conservation and Community Development efforts are working. The dive operation has always been good, but it’s better now. The new larger boats make preparing for the dives and the entry into and out of the water much easier. The food, drink and toilet amenities on the boats and Nitrox are all positive changes. The personnel you have working the dive operation are outstanding. From the dive masters, to the boat captains, crew and the support people, filling tanks, carrying tanks, etc… are awesome. They are very professional and are there to help with anything you need, with a smile. The food, what can we say, WOW, the menu is great, the preparation is great and the service in the dining area is outstanding. We liked the many choices and variety in the menu. The personnel from the cooks, to all the kitchen support staff were great. When you finish the new kitchen and dining room it will be perfect.
Well, as you see we enjoyed our 17 days and look forward to our next Wakatobi Adventure. We thank you again for providing such a wonderful place for people to dive and for being such a good host. "
Arline & Tom White - October 2005
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| | "Thank you for your vision of an eco-friendly resort supporting both nature and the community. Much success. I hope to return."
Jean Morris - October 2005
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| | "Top notch operation. The guides and staff are the best I have ever seen, very helpful and friendly and all worked incredibly well together. The care and preservation of the reefs is obvious, well done!! Lots of nice touches everywhere. I will be back, keep up the excellent service! Thank you! :-)"
Kirsten Harlan - October 2005
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| | "Wakatobi is a fantastic place to come and visit again and again. A vacation so worth the journey you will be planning your next trip before you leave. If you do a trip, you won't forget Wakatobi for a long time, if ever."
Anna Lackey - October 2005
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| | "If you are a snorkeler don't miss this place! Wakatobi is The best snorkeling we have experienced."
Alan and Susan Redington - October 2005
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| | "The best time of my life! A memorable way to share a holiday."
Sharon Ahrens - October 2005
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| | "Worth traveling half way around the world for well worth it. A jewel of a secret."
Paul Solomon - October 2005
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| | "We've been diving for 20 years, all over the world, and this was the best total experience ever, diving, macro + micro, flora + fauna, hospitality + responsiveness"
Ray Peacoe - October 2005
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| | "I felt a part of something more than a fine dive experience; a clearly successful program to make the resort an integrated piece of a larger effort of community and environmental accountability"
Christina Kauffman - September 2005
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| | "Wakatobi is an incredible paradise in the tropical islands of Indonesia. I have dived the major areas of the world and this is by far the best coral reefs in the world, with huge numbers of fish. A wonderful array of critters. I recommend it to all and I will return "
Richard Nason - September 2005
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| | "If you are looking for superb diving on pristine reefs at a location that is truly beautiful, then Wakatobi is the only choice. Their commitment to preserve this very special place is only surpassed by the glorious colors and enormous biodiversity "
Jody Thompson - September 2005
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| | "Our honeymoon stay at Wakatobi was magical. We were treated to a special private moonlight meal we'll never forget. Everything about this wonderful place is first rate and it will now be anniversary destination for the years to come. Thank you Wakatobi. "
Rosemary Dowe - September 2005
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| | "This is a very special experience one has in Wakatobi. Guests are spoiled by a fantastic, competent staff. My deep appreciation goes to dive guides and to our very skilled captain. The best thing of all is to know you are there to keep protecting these wonderful reefs. "
Fuesenta Castillo - September 2005
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| | "Wakatobi provides diving on pristine reefs with little interference from humans. It is here that saw our biggest nudibranch and our smallest seahorse. We will be back!"
Linda Anderson - September 2005
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| | "This was a dream vacation for my husband and me. The Wakatobi resort is the perfect ideal of a dive resort. Lush and dense reefs packed with gorgeous coral gardens, amazing critters and beautiful marine life, right in front of your bungalow or a short, pleasant boat ride away. The expertise and passion off the staff for the ocean life ensured that we take away with even greater appreciation of the wonderful underwater world "
Kathryn Sudol - September 2005
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| | "While the resort prides itself in serving up a feast for underwater photographers, the best of Wakatobi cannot be reduced to still images. Planting fresh tracks across a perfect beach each morning, passing under the arch of the wind-sculpted palms, seeing well-traveled divers chatter and tell stories like children as they gear up, and descending wide-eyed into an aquascape so majestic that you must remind yourself to keep breathing. These are the memories I will have the privilege to carry with me always "
Ryan Sudol - September 2005
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| | "The dive & snorkeling sites are as beautiful as what you see in photographs in books! Awesome! Awesome! Awesome! "
Cindy Peterson - September 2005
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| | "Everything about Wakatobi Dive Resort is first class. The staff are very attentive both above & below water. The reefs are fantastic & there is no better diving in the world. "
Darlene DeLancey - September 2005
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| | "A perfect diving destination. Underwater flora & fauna is excellent, the best I have seen so far. Above water, every detail is taken care of. One of a kind. Highly recommended even for jaded diver/traveller. "
Eilin Sze Hui Hee - September 2005
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| | "From primitive/rustic beginnings to a fine first-class operation: always a favorite & now improved with comfort features, wonderful food & a top notch set of staff. Fine tuned with guest needs met. I'll be back! "
Carol Herrlie, Owner Pathways to Adventure Travel (4 time guest, total days - September 2005
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| | "Wakatobi - there is magic here! Thank you for sharing your island with us - we will never forget our experience! "
Candy Armstrong - September 2005
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| | "Paradise at the end of the road. "
Sharon Anne Bormann - September 2005
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| | "In the 13 years I have been diving, Wakatobi is the best resort I have ever visited. "
Douglas Armstrong - September 2005
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Michael Canzoneiro - September 2005
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Wanda Rowan - September 2005
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Don Mitchell - September 2005
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| | "I have traveled all over the world and have seen beautiful places & beaches, but nothing compares to Wakatobi Dive Resort, absolutely breath taking. "
Lachelle Koester - September 2005
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| | "When you're done at Wakatobi, be prepared for a shock as nothing else in the world will come close to this adventure in diving. Shear sensory overload! "
Ron Koester - September 2005
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| | "Wakatobi is my best diving experience to date. I had less than 25 dives on arrival and was apprehensive about diving with so many experienced divers. The crew put me at ease and made it easy and fun to reacquaint myself with the sport."
Betsy King - September 2005
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| | "I've never been so sad leave to leave a holiday. Wakatobi is truly a special place with not only special diving but also with exceptional people. You combine luxury, eco-consciousness, diving knowledge & good relations with the local area in a unique way. You take into account all the needs of your guests: transport equipment for diving, a camera room & film processing, vegetarian diets (even on the plane!), children, honeymoons and proposals. The only thing we wish we had is two more weeks! :-) Now, we're in search of an emotional decompression chamber.... The whole Wakatobi team made our honeymoon perfect. "
Alice Kuo Shippee - August 2005
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| | "Always sad to leave that little piece of heaven called Wakatobi. Every diver should visit Wakatobi at least once in their life time. The one-shore and diving experience puts other resorts to shame. Wakatobi Dive resort is in a different league. "
Alex Mucha - August 2005
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| | "An impeccable program with staff who have learned your needs before you have any. Paradise revised and improved."
Sandra Rudnick - August 2005
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| | "A magnificent dive resort carved out of the jungle. We were all in awe of the achievement first class diving, food, people-everything."
James Foley - August 2005
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| | "The overall experience was excellent. The island has a magical feeling. Even without the diving experience, the resort has a holistic restful feeling. The diving was superb. Though I am a fairly novice diver. The dive guides and staff were extremely helpful and friendly. I am fully in awe of what you have accomplished in creating this resort. In light of your concern with the local economy and environmental preservation, I feel my money was well spent."
Michael Dalali - August 2005
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| | "Gorgeous resort and unbelievable house reef, but it is the friendliness of the staff that will leave the most unbelievable impression. The fact that we all looked back longingly toward there resort as we left in the plane should say it all."
Scott Friedman - August 2005
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| | "Thank you to Wakatobi and her surrounding ocean for sharing your vast treasures. The fact that we were able to relax on a vacation with our two year old is testimony to this wondrous spot!"
Darcy Spears - August 2005
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| | "The Wakatobi dive resort team has raised the bar by setting the highest level of service and attention to detail for dive resorts worldwide."
William Otten - July 2005
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| | "The spirit of Wakatobi elevates the dive experience from underwater tourist to community member of the sea and all her inhabitants. It is truly a place of magic. "
Moira Fuhr - July 2005
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| | "The best and most organized diving experience I have experienced (25 years of diving experience). "
Mark Walker - July 2005
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| | "Wakatobi is an island paradise, a place that is run with such care and efficiency you can completely let go and just drink it all in. "
Wendy Haines - July 2005
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| | "The total resort. Luxury in the remotest dive location. Jaw dropping dives. This is it! "
Susan Dair - July 2005
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| | "Wakatobi provided us calm serenity- underwater, above the water, within our minds and within our souls "
Marc Duggan - July 2005
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| | "The experience was one of the best land-based scuba trips we've had in 16 years of world-wide diving. "
Stephen Back - July 2005
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| | "This was an excellent diving experience. Our dive masters worked extremely hard to find a variety of sea life to point out of us that we would completely miss on our own. I feel privileged to have been able to come to Wakatobi and I am deeply impressed by the positive effect that the resort is having on the surrounding communities and the coral reef."
Lynn Pasnik - May 2005
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| | "So much about Wakatobi is above and beyond excellent! Thank you. "
Suzette Baker - May 2005
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| | "Wakatobi is among the best dive resorts world wide. Best most healthy and abundant coral in the world-take it from one who knows! "
David Houghton, Owner of Aqua Safaris - May 2005
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| | "Wakatobi is more than a dive resort with great reefs and dive spots. The Wakatobi team has created an oasis in an increasingly commercialized dive business. The "Wakatobi Model" of integrating environmental objectives within their tourism model is commendable. It's great too see there still exist people who approach the business and concept of dive resort this way. Wish there were more..."
Christian Mueller - May 2005
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| | "To say Wakatobi has the finest house reef in the world, only captures a silver of the grand experience that is Wakatobi"
John David Teschler - April 2005
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| | "We had heard wonderful things about Wakatobi before we booked this trip... all of our expectations were met. The diving was excellent, it was great to see such healthy and extensive reef systems. The amenities, food, service, etc. were excellent"
Zenia Tata - April 2005
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| | "The staff is great and actually the food is mind blowing considering the remoteness of Wakatobi. Beef fillet, smoked marlin, pastries, fresh salad almost to the very end. No one went hungry; an amazing feat of logistical support. We had 2 birthday cake parties. Beautiful. The breads are amazing. The entire staff really works and it shows. They really care. I like Wakatobi and I will get busy on a group.
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Edward Fedoruk - GourmetDivers.com - March 2005
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| | "Returning to Wakatobi has opened my eyes to the effects of the conservation efforts outcome. It has been 2 years and I distinctly saw a difference in the coral growth & fish life. All the soft corals were much more plentiful and many more fish!"
Susan Pantle - January 2005
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| | "My expectations of Wakatobi were extremely high as this resort came highly recommended. I'm glad to say the resort and everyone involved here have easily surpassed all expectations."
Shane Blatti - December 2004
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| | "Thank you Wakatobi Team for one of our most beautiful trips! The organization was just perfect, and still there was an atmosphere of joy and friendship."
Werner & Silke Tod, Boblingen, Germany - December 2004
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| | "Blimey!!! What a resort!! So good we had to stay on for another trip!! Thanks to all the staff who made me and misses feel so special on our honeymoon. It's been awesome."
Jez and Mel, Southhampton, England - December 2004
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| | "At a time when we are fearful for the future of our oceans and their amazing contents, it is reassuring to experience a stewardship and example of the responsible way to bring our underwater treasures to divers. Wakatobi does it better than we have ever experienced."
Richard and Lisa Kreischer - November 2004
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| | "Absolutely the best reef I've ever seen in 20+ years of diving. Food, crew and all the workers were the best--so friendly and accommodating."
Sharon & Kent, Colorado - November 2004
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| | "Wonderful diving, fantastic service & food! We will be back soon. "
Dennis & Sally Polack, South Africa - November 2004
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| | "Had a great time. Best diving in 20 years! Wonderful crew & dive masters. Great food and comfortable room. Will definitely be back!"
Jan Hanson, Colorado - November 2004
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| | "This is certainly the Best! Great, great diving; wonderful staff; friendly people; beautiful island; super food. thanks for a terrific week!"
Sally Blanchard, Colorado - November 2004
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| | "This is truly paradise on earth! The staff, the reef, the critters have made this trip a perfect experience. You have done a superb job of working with the people & saving the reefs, so all can bring our grandchildren back for this unique opportunity"
Mark Moser, Colorado - October 2004
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| | "Just wonderful--the staff was so friendly and helpful from top on down--a real feeling of teamwork and ownership. A pleasure to experience the concern and love for the reef."
Margie and Mickey Gershtenson, Colorado - October 2004
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| | "It's still magic after the second visit here. Thank you to all the staff both on land & underwater for a fantastic time. The peace here is wonderful. We look forward to our third visit!"
Jan & Mike Maloney, Kent, England - September 2004
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| | "First and foremost, thank you for a truly wondrous experience. The total experience of the people, the food, the idyllic location & of course, the diving, surpassed anything I've ever seen & done. The conservation & community projects undertaken here are truly progressive."
Deanna LaSusa Hotchner, Illinois - September 2004
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| | "A very special place with one of the most pristine reefs I have ever seen. Apart from fantastic diving, the food and service were second to none. We are counting on you to keep up the good work."
Steward Elford, Colorado - September 2004
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| | "We do not have enough adjectives to describe this trip--wonderful, excellent, fantastic, exhilarating, relaxing, helpful, out of this world. 7 days are not enough. The reefs are incredible--we have never seen corals in such pristine condition. This is eco-tourism at its peak."
Mark and Sue - August 2004
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| | "The Wakatobi dream continues. In August 2000 when I first traveled to Wakatobi, [Wakatobi's] dream of a world-class dive resort was in the beginning of its realization. Four years later the resort and diving are among the best in the world. More fish, more corals."
Jeremy McDonald - August 2004
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| | "Thank you for everything you did to make our honeymoon so special. Wakatobi is the best and most beautiful place for diving we've ever been to, and we are sure to come back."
Tina & Juan, Austria - August 2004
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| | "Wakatobi is the best place in the world. I really enjoyed diving here. Food was wonderful and all you guys are amazing people."
Zhanna, Latvia - August 2004
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| | "Wow, the diving was fantastic, every staff person from the dive guides, boat hands, cooks, even the person that cleaned the room went out of their way to make Wakatobi an incredible destination"
Murray Post, Sarasota, Florida - June 2004
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| | "Without doubt the best dive holiday so far. Everything was perfect."
Gary Hicking, UK - June 2004
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| | "Wakatobi is an amazing place! The variety and beauty of the sponges and corals is overwhelming."
Eugene and Gerda Viljoen, South Africa - June 2004
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| | "The Wakatobi experience was more than a dream come true, it was magical honeymoon."
Denise Taylor-Carey, New York - June 2004
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| | "I have relaxed to a new level! I may never be able to function in my world again."
Marc Bernardi, Colorado - May 2004
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| | "This was the 1st trip we've booked w/o using a travel agent. We're happy to report everything can extremely smooth from the time we arrived into Bali until we departed. The Wakatobi staff did an excellent job of making our stay in Indonesia a pleasure with no worries."
Richard Ferguson, Texas - May 2004
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| | "I addition to amazingly beautiful reefs, short boat rides, and lots of fish and critters, Wakatobi provided incredibly attentive and friendly service. The whole experienced was A-1!"
Helene Dublisky, California - May 2004
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| | "Thank you so much for everything, what a wonderful place! All you dive guides, staff, the crew and the children in the little village have been so nice to us! You have done something incredible!"
Anne Marie, Hans, Kristina - April 2004
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| | "Superb dive operation. Both dive masters and boat crew were outstanding. The setting is tropical paradise with spectacular corals and marine life a few fin strokes away day or night - can't wait to come back!"
Katie Stoyka of Reef and Rainforest, California - April 2004
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| | "Excellent Snorkeling at the all dive sites."
Andrew Germain, California - April 2004
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| | "Wakatobi's reef is pristine and beautiful. Dive sites like Lorenzo's delight and Blade are absolutely ideal for wide angle photography. The pygmy seahorses at Waiiti ridge are so cute that many of us almost run out of NDT in taking picture of them. There is an excellent trouble-free camera transport service provided by the local staff."
Timothy So, Hong Kong - April 2004
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| | "Escape to a kaleidoscope of soft corals and sponges as big as a man while admiring schools of bumphead [parrot] fish and pygmy seahorses the size of a grain of rice. Rediscover the marvels of the ocean!"
Gertruida Viljoen, South Africa - April 2004
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| | "This was my retirement trip and do think it is a great start to the rest of my life. Can not think of a better place and all were great."
Russ Gurdy - December 2003
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| | "I just wanted to drop a line and let everyone know that it was the best diving experience I've had in over 6,000+ dives and 20 years of sport diving! Keep up the good work - I'll be planning our next trip there soon! Thanks to all!!!! I'll spread the word best of the best!!"
Gary Swearingen, Texas - November 2003
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| | "Many thanks for providing the "Peebles Family" with the trip of a lifetime! What a fabulous reef that I support your conservation & preservation efforts 100%"
Debbie Peebles, Colorado - October 2003
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| | "My son kept telling me how great Wakatobi is. He was right. The diving was absolutely superb! The staff was personable, helpful and most knowledgeable."
LeRoy Pattison - October 2003
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| | "The more I dive Wakatobi the more I am amazed at the shear beauty and proliferation of underwater species. The dive guides are able to spot things that don't even seem to be there."
Dave Blatt, Boulder, Colorado - October 2003
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| | "Wakatobi failed, a second time, to disappoint me! The reef seems even healthier than my last visit only one year ago. Truly a credit to the management and staff of this "world class" dive resort."
Steve Weaver, Weaver's Dive&Travel, Colorado - October 2003
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| | "I will definitely come back to this wonderful place. The corals are amazing. Thanks to all the staff and their great service."
Suzanne Enarsson - September 2003
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| | "Without a doubt the finest dive experience from a lifetime of travels worldwide. Not one sour note--an obvious result of caring and attentive management. "
Walt Brenner, Pennslyvania - September 2003
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| | "With Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I've only begun to scratch the surface of all the "thank you's" that are due to all the staff of Wakatobi. You all bend over backwards to make certain that our visits are as easy and care-free as possible thereby allowing us to drink in the beauty of the Wakatobi reefs and wildlife...Thank you!"
Bud Meyaard, Massachusetts - September 2003
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| | "After eight visits, and more than 300 dives logged on these reefs, I'm confident to report to you that the diving at Wakatobi is truly excellent. In fact, this time around the reefs seemed to be 'fishier' than ever."
Ken Knezick - Owner, Island Dreams Travel, Texas - August 2003
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| | "Thanks for the best dive trip of my life. Simply amazing! See you again soon!"
Jason Heller, UnderwaterPhotos.net - August 2003
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| | "So much has been said about the diving at Wakatobi, but what struck us was the way the resort is run. The staff are undoubtedly Wakatobi’s greatest asset. They are true professionals, and ensure that everything runs like clockwork."
Maria and Phil Baxter, UK - May 2003
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| | "Over the past few years, I've been lucky enough to dive in some of the best places in Asia. I've dived with whaleshark in Thailand, the hammerheads in Layang-Layang, the turtles and bumpheads of Sipadan, the manta at Sangalaki, the spectacular coral in Manado and the critters of Lembeh. I thought Asia had nothing more to offer me. I was wrong. Wakatobi is the most complete dive destination I've visited. The intensity and diversity of both the coral and the animal life is just mind-blowing."
Paul Cooper, UK - April 2003
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| | "Many have referred to Wakatobi as the “Island at the End of the World”. For me, it is by far the most remote, untouched, pristine, dive destination I have ever visited in my 13 years of diving."
Charlene Colella, Massachusetts - April 2003
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Vicki Mills - April 2003
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| | "Okay, here's my honest to goodness testimonial. I didn't even have to twist my own arm.....I would like to sum up my Wakatobi dive vacation in one word. Unfortunately, I don't know which word to use..... Maybe it should be 'great' or 'terrific' or 'fabulous'. Or maybe it should be 'stupendous'. I can't decide.... But let's just say that it was 'the-best-darn-vacation-I-ever-had.'"
Gary Cicatti, USA - April 2003
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Daniela Rainer, Germany - April 2003
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Charlene Colella, USA - April 2003
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| | "Just want to tell you that Wakatobi was the best dive experience I've ever had. I almost cried several times, it was so beautiful! I would love to come again. I didn't know such beautiful places existed. Thank you!"
Adriana Uken, USA - March 2003
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| | "My amazement at the beauty of Wakatobi's reefs is surpassed only by my amazement of how you're able to run such a HIGH quality operation at so remote a location. My hat is off to you! Thank you very much for a most memorable 11 days."
Bud Meyaard, USA - November 2002
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| | "Wakatobi is an amazing destination. It has miles of untouched reefs with a great diversity of soft and hard coral, as well as a large collection of the elusive critters of the Indo Pacific. One of the best and most versatile opportunities is the house reef right off the beach, accessible 24-hours a day."
Kathleen and Delf Hedde, California - November 2002
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| | "Diving at Wakatobi is just like swimming in an underwater garden. The variety of soft and hard corals is so numerous and colorful. There are anemones everywhere in many different hues, all filled with clown fish. Reef fish are everywhere - all varieties and all colors."
Sean O'Shea, Illinois - November 2002
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| | "Absolutely awesome diving - truly an underwater garden. The staff was very helpful and fun and eager to show us cool critters. The food was excellent, I'm sure I've gained at least 10 lbs!! My husband and I will definitely return to Wakatobi."
Jenny Clayton & John Richardson, Washington State - November 2002
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| | "As a professional underwater photographer, I've traveled all over this continent. I consider Wakatobi one of the TOP FIVE dive destinations in the world! If you want pristine reefs, incredible colors with tons of fish…plus a fabulous staff all set in a remote, beautiful island, WAKATOBI is it!"
Beverly Factor, California - November 2002
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| | "Wakatobi is a superb marine life dive destination. It has the fish life, soft and hard coral reefs, and various marine environments for all types of critters. The resort supports shore, wall, drift and moored dives."
Frank Burek, Texas - November 2002
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| | "Jacques Cousteau was right…this is the best reef in the world. Each dive brings on another set of truly wondrous sights. It is a long way from Oregon but the connections were well arranged and I would do it again in a minute."
Steve Denney, Oregon - November 2002
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| | "Wakatobi is a very special place. I am so moved by the gorgeous reefs and the incredible care and responsibility of Wakatobi's staff use to protect it. It is such a perfect blend of tourism and nature. Thanks for a memorable experience... I will be back! "
Steve Weaver, Weavers Dive & Travel, Colorado - September 2002
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| | "I have been talking about Wakatobi since 1998 when I first heard about it. Now after having been here for 7 days I realize, it must be paradise!! I have never seen corals in this condition before. Thanks to ALL the staff for an amazing experience!!! "
Per Lagerberg, Discovery Travel, Sweden - September 2002
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| | "Coral is world class, more than that, it's one of the two best I have ever seen. Diving staff is fantastic and I have no words to enough praise Tina. Everybody is kind and helpful and friendly. Food is great. What can you wish more? "
Alfieri Maserati, Italy - September 2002
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| | "There is no question in my mind that the house reef is the best house reef available at any dive resort in the world"
James Watt - Professional photographer - December 2001
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Burt Jones and Maurine Shimlock - UW photographers, US - October 2001
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| | "Congratulations from one of your old guests. Since I saw the construction site at an early stage, I know you have achieved the impossible. It should rank as the eighth wonder of the world [regarding the opening of the Wakatobi Airstrip]."
Terje Sundejohnsen - Norway - July 2001
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| | "Excellent local and expat staff. Experience was true to claims - Important! So well-run that I (as a group leader) could focus on the diving... Bali office did a good job with our trip arrangements."
Ronald Deutch - USA (Lives in Indonesia) - May 2001
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| | "[Wakatobi Dive Resort is] an environmentally sensitive resort that works diligently to be conscious of its island hosts & their customs while striving to educate the local community about its reefs and the need to find a balance between fishing tradition and sustainability. Keep doing what you're doing!!!"
Mr David Bransten - USA - April 2001
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| | "Absolute fantastic experience. Diving was the best, food excellent and the staff couldn't be better!! I wish you all success in developing and PRESERVING this incredible area!! Thanks for everything!"
Paul Winslow, USA - August 2000
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| | "The diving is the best in the 28 years under water and the holistic approach you’ve brought to creating a portal on this magical world for divers is a role model for environmentally sustainable dive tourism. Your sensitivity to achieving a balance between environmentally and economically logical solutions for the local population is unique."
Barbara Vasquez - June 1999
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| | "Un-trampled. un-complicated, un-commercial, un-spoilt & un-surpassed. With 5,800++ dives covering over 40 countries throughout the world, it is such a pure pleasure to know such places as Wakatobi still exist. A spectacular gem, rarely found throughout the oceans of our planet. Wakatobi certainly offers the purest form of diving holiday."
Bob Goddess, founder Tropical Adventures - October 1999
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| | "This was not at all what I had expected. It was a lot better. The excellent diving, wow! I cannot imagine that it can get better."
Terje Sundejohnsen - July 1999
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| | "At last a place that lives up to its claim! A diving location to suit the most ardent diver. Wakatobi is unlimited diving at its best. If you look hard enough you can find just about everything you desire. Awe inspiring reef life so pristine that it is hard to envision. "
Dave Hosley - October 1998
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| | "The condition of the reefs, the corals, sponges and tunicates, is outstanding and truly beyond description. Although large pelagics are relatively rare, the diversity and number of tropical fish, nudibranchs, and other invertebrates more than compensates. "
Steve Werlin and Linda Otterson - September 1998
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| | "This is the epicentre of biodiversity in the world - it doesn’t get any better than this!"
John Q.Trigger, Editor Undercurrent Magazin - October 1997
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| | "Wherever I go for diving around the world, there is only one spot in my heart. It is Wakatobi. They say Indonesia is the epicenter of global marine biological diversity. I say Wakatobi is the heart of this epicenter."
Zafer Kizilkaya - October 1997
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| | "After 10 years of diving and more than 500 dives, we still were able to find a lot of 'new' fish and others here at Wakatobi. What’s most suprizing the most of them just in front of the resort. Our great wish, may this place stay as it is!"
Robert Degenhart - January 1997
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| | ""Waka" Wonderful Week!"
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