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Unlocking the Secrets of Macro Diving: Techniques for Spotting the Unseen
Diving into the ocean is a whole new vibrant world, filled with life both big and small. While many divers keep their heads up and eyes peeled for larger marine creatures such as sharks, mola mola, and manta rays, many tend to miss the tiny critters right under our...
Dive Alor or Raja Ampat? How do they differ?
Dive Alor or Raja Ampat? How do they differ? When it comes to exploring the wonders of Indonesia’s underwater realms, the choices are vast and breathtaking. Among these choices, two standout destinations, Alor and Raja Ampat, beckon divers with their unique charms....
Alor Tanapi Dive Resort: A New Intimate Dive Retreat in Alor
Alor, June 2023 Alor Tanapi Dive Resort: A New Intimate Dive Retreat in Alor Alor Tanapi Dive Resort is pleased to announce the opening of its new dive resort in Alor. Situated on the serene shores of Alor Island, the resort offers a unique and intimate experience for...
Are you considering visiting Alor?
Are you considering visiting Alor? In this post, we give you an overview of what we think you need to know about Alor before visiting. How many tourists visit Alor each year? Alor is a relatively remote and less-visited destination in Indonesia, so the number of...
When is the best time to dive in Alor?
When is the best time to dive in Alor? The best time for diving in Alor, Indonesia, is typically considered to be during the dry season which starts around April and ends in October. During this time, the weather is generally clear and sunny, with minimal rainfall....
Alor Dive Log during COVID-19
We hope everyone has been keeping safe and staying healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic. It certainly has taken the world by surprise and has forced us all to slow down, re-evaluate where we are and where we are going, and to focus on what truly matters. Although we...
What is the meaning of Alor Tanapi?
In this post, we are pleased to share with you some interesting history of Alor and the origin and choice of the name "Alor Tanapi" for our dive resort. We often get asked "What is the meaning of Alor Tanapi?" There are several meanings behind "Tanapi", through this...
Muck Diving in Alor
One of the reasons we decided to settle in Alor of all places in Indonesia was that it offered the best of both diving worlds, beautiful reefs and critters in the muck. Kalabahi bay is gaining in popularity following the surge in underwater macro photography. To the...
Top 10 tips for eco-travelling
We share with you our top 10 tips for eco-travelling, some of these are especially important when travelling to remote islands such as Alor, since they are not equipped to deal with proper garbage disposal. We appreciate your help in preserving the environment. 10...