You’ll have a great time, but don’t take our word for it…

Our dive guides were both fabulous. Hospitality staff were so friendly and professional. Food excellent. Dive boats and crew unsurpassed. Loved our bungalow and the amazing housekeeping. The house reef is superb. We will return for a fourth time soon. Loved the fish guide in the room and the log books. Thank you!

Dan and I want to express our sincerest gratitude to the entire staff of Wakatobi for making our honeymoon everything we dreamed of. Scuba diving is our shared passion, and we have never experienced diving at the level of experience and comfort Wakatobi offers. Our stay was the ultimate in luxury — pristine reefs, delicious food, great company, attentive staff, and beautiful accommodations. Of all the places we have visited, we knew within six hours of arriving that we would be back.

Our villa was comfortable in every way. The pillows were exactly what we each individually needed. The lounge furniture on the patio was perfect for late-night chats while we looked at the stars. The jacuzzi was the perfect way to wind down after a day of dives. Our butler checked in regularly and made sure we had everything we needed each day. When I decided to rest one day and paint while Dan did his dives, our butler helped me set up my art supplies on the patio and thoughtfully made me coffee. There wasn’t a moment when I didn’t feel cared for in even the smallest of ways. I thoroughly enjoyed my spa day — our therapist has healing hands!

The diving experience at Wakatobi was world class. I love knowing what to expect and how things flow — it enabled me to relax and enjoy all of our dives. The dive boats were amazing, comfortable and spacious, and well operated. The attention to detail from all the boat crew was evident everywhere I looked. Our Private Dive Experience Manager was absolutely wonderful to dive with — professional, funny, and interesting. He paid close attention when I expressed that I wanted to learn the names of marine life, so throughout our dives when we encountered something he would write it down for me. He also knew the reefs so well that he always knew exactly where to find the creatures I most wanted to see.

Dan and I both have allergies, and the dining team were very attentive to my questions and concerns about which foods were safe for me to eat. I deeply appreciated their proactive attention and awareness. Our waiter would remember how much I loved ice cream and sorbet and checked in each day to see which I’d prefer. Chef was so talented — Dan and I enjoyed the Indonesian cooking class and are excited to try the recipes. Learning about Indonesian cooking was a highlight of the trip. Our stay at Wakatobi was perfect. Everything exceeded expectations. We cannot believe a place as beautiful and well run as Wakatobi exists! We very much look forward to returning. Wakatobi is a slice of heaven on Earth. Thank you to the entire Wakatobi staff.

Wakatobi is exceptional! You’ve thought of every detail and then some. Every person here was warm and helpful, and it was so very nice to see them every day. Our guide was so fantastic, pointing out so many interesting things, but even more so he’s such a caring human being. I can’t say enough good things about our experience.

My opinion is expressed by my husband, Juan Montero Fernández. I am delighted with all your service. Thank you for everything.

The boat crews are spectacular! The restaurant staff always make the day better! The new boat landing at the airport is a noteworthy improvement.

The staff are consistently warm, attentive, and welcoming in a way that feels genuinely sincere. Our villa was immaculately clean. A nightly hot bath with lemon/lime-scented oil was beautifully prepared. The private boat is a highlight — a great luxury to each have our own dive guide. Such a wonderful crew who not only helped us in and out of the water, but rinsed and dried our suits between dives and prepped our masks — they never fogged even once! The food after the first dive and at lunch was better than in the restaurant! Our crew member made suggestions for dishes from different parts of Indonesia — delicious and fascinating — and he and the dive guides gave Indonesian lessons.

Simply dreamlike — superb food and everyone so warm and helpful.

Excellent in every way — beyond excellent. An incredibly great experience for which we thank you, from our hearts to yours.

Amazing diving in a beautiful location. My dive guide was a charming, delightful person — very funny and intelligent. She has the eyes of a hawk and pointed out many things I would not otherwise have seen, with excellent knowledge of the ocean creatures. The resort is like paradise. The staff are all friendly and helpful. The rooms are good. The food is excellent and plentiful. I will definitely come again.

The house reef and the staff are truly beautiful!

A very well-run resort — a lot goes on in the background to make meals, boats, and tours run on time. The staff are most welcoming. The dive location is terrific, and you are making a positive contribution to Indonesia.

The resort and the staff are top-notch. We enjoyed our time here more than anywhere else. We didn’t have to do a thing — everything was perfectly planned. From snorkelling gear to food and service, nothing was missing. Our guide was absolutely fantastic — always one step ahead and very friendly. The restaurant team is top-notch — very, very friendly and professional, and we always had great meals. The grounds are beautifully maintained by the gardeners, and the patterns on the paths are simply brilliant.

Exceeded our expectations in every way. We have dived in many places around the world, but we can hardly imagine anywhere being better organised. From the very first moment we felt welcome and perfectly looked after.

A very special thank you to our dive instructor. Her professionalism, her enormous knowledge of marine life, and her incredible eye for macro creatures made every single diving experience unique. The care and attention were absolutely sensational. We especially looked forward to the warm menthol towels after every dive — an absolutely brilliant idea.

The entire resort team was also extraordinarily warm and attentive. From day one we were greeted by name, our personal preferences were immediately noted and lovingly accommodated. This individual and warm care is what makes Wakatobi something truly special.

The resort is beautifully maintained, the bungalows are wonderful, and the food is excellent. We were also particularly impressed by the philosophy behind the resort: the active integration of the local community — from gardeners and craftsmen to chefs and waiters — and the resulting protection of the reefs make diving here not only spectacular but also sustainable and authentic. For us, Wakatobi is absolute world class.

Nothing but the best — we’ll be back!

Where to begin — Wakatobi is surreal. It is an experience of a lifetime. From being greeted at the airport the moment you arrive to those precious last minutes of shared farewells, each guest is made to feel extremely special. Every staff member greets you by name with the warmest, genuine, welcoming smile and is attentive throughout your stay. The accommodations are luxurious and spacious, beautifully designed and very clean. Housekeeping does an excellent job of making sure you have all the comfort you need. The dining room and outdoor seating area are beautifully decorated. The food — oh my! A plethora of appetisers are displayed upon walking in — succulent, colourful, perfectly prepared little dishes that look like pieces of art on a plate. Not only are these elegant to look at but each one is tasty. It is like having a party in your mouth, meal after meal, day after day. My husband and I have had the privilege of diving in various seas and oceans around the world, but I can say without hesitation that Indonesia is amazing. Here at Wakatobi you will be amazed at the colours of the corals and the brilliant fish and other marine life that encircle you during every dive. The dive team deserves an award — never have I experienced such well-executed and professional preparations. The dive boats are luxurious, and the dive masters are extremely knowledgeable and will identify marine life throughout the dive. This incredible resort also offers many other activities. The towel-folding class was a delight. The resort nurse got me back on my feet so I could resume diving and snorkelling — thank you! It would take forever to name every amazing staff member we came into contact with during our stay, so please accept a big thank you to all. May we meet again.