Alor Tanapi Dive Resort
At Alor Tanapi Dive Resort, we offer quality accommodation and diving facilities as well as a personalized service for couples and small groups.
Our Dive Resort Alor Tanapi
New Alor Dive Resort Opened in May 2023
Welcome to Alor Tanapi Dive Resort
Opened in 2023, our boutique resort offers a small-scale, personalized experience designed for divers who want to explore one of Indonesia’s most remote and rewarding dive destinations.
With just eight bungalows, the resort is intentionally intimate, creating a calm and uncrowded environment ideal for couples and small groups. This allows us to focus on personal service, flexible dive planning, and a relaxed pace throughout your stay.
A Boutique Base for Diving in Alor
Alor Tanapi Dive Resort is designed around the needs of divers. From the moment you arrive, everything is structured to make your diving holiday in Alor as smooth and enjoyable as possible.
The resort combines comfortable accommodation, efficient dive operations, and easy access to a wide variety of dive sites across the region. Whether you are here for coral reefs, dramatic walls, or macro-rich black sand environments, each day offers something different beneath the surface.
Accommodation
After a day of diving in Alor, guests return to comfortable bungalows designed for rest and simplicity. Each room is thoughtfully arranged to provide privacy, comfort, and a connection to the surrounding natural environment.
Different bungalow categories are available to suit individual preferences, all within walking distance of the dive center and communal areas.
Diving & Dive Operations
Our experienced dive team ensures safe, efficient, and enjoyable diving throughout your stay. Diving in Alor requires local knowledge of currents and conditions, and our guides are trained to help guests explore the best sites in optimal conditions.
We operate two custom-built fiberglass speedboats powered by twin 150hp four-stroke engines, offering reliable and comfortable access to dive sites throughout the Pantar Strait and surrounding waters.
From coral gardens and reef walls to muck diving locations rich in macro life, our dive programs are flexible and tailored to guest experience levels.
Meals & Hospitality
Guests enjoy freshly prepared meals throughout their stay, featuring authentic Indonesian dishes made with local ingredients, as well as international favourites. Menus are designed to be varied and satisfying, with flexibility to accommodate dietary preferences where possible.
Our Alorese team is dedicated to warm and attentive service, creating a welcoming atmosphere while maintaining the relaxed rhythm of a dive-focused resort.
Dive Packages & Experience
We offer flexible dive packages designed for different experience levels and travel styles. From relaxed reef diving to more adventurous explorations of deeper or current-affected sites, each itinerary is adapted to conditions and guest preferences.
Our goal is to provide a seamless diving experience that allows guests to fully enjoy the diversity of diving in Alor without logistical complexity.
Why Stay With Us
- Boutique dive resort with only 8 bungalows
- Personalized service for couples and small groups
- Experienced dive team with strong local knowledge
- Two custom-built speedboats for efficient dive access
- Freshly prepared Indonesian meals daily
- Easy access to reef, pelagic, and muck diving in Alor
Experience Alor
Whether you are here for world-class diving or simply to experience one of Indonesia’s most remote island environments, Alor Tanapi Dive Resort offers a comfortable and welcoming base to explore it all.
Location
The island of Alor is located in the southeastern part of Indonesia in the province of East Nusa Tenggara near Timor.
The resort itself is located in Sebanjar in West Alor, on the Bird’s Head Peninsula, North of Alor Kecil. Strategically located within the Pantar Strait, we can easily access over 40 different dive sites around Alor, Pura, Pantar, Ternate, Buaya and Treweng islands within 30-45 minutes by speedboat.
In addition, we have direct access to the main road in case of emergencies and can reach local hospitals or the Alor Mali Airport in less than an hour’s drive.
Surrounding us are local middle and high schools which tourists are more than welcome to visit, as well as local villages, mosques and churches. Cultural tours and waterfall treks can also easily be arranged depending on special interests, see our Land Tours section for further information.
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Alor Dive Resort FAQs
What is the most direct route to travel to the Dive Resort in Alor?
The most direct route to travel to Alor if entering from overseas is to go via Bali (Denpasar), Surabaya or Jakarta. From there you will need to book a flight to Kupang and from Kupang a final flight to Alor Mali Airport. Domestic flight schedules can change without much prior notice, therefore we recommend planning ample travel time in case of delays.
Do I need a visa to enter Indonesia?
If you are travelling to Alor and plan to stay for less than 30 days, currently no visa is required for tourists on arrival for more than 140 nationalities. This visa is non-extendable, if you need a longer stay visa you can either buy a visa on arrival at the airport, extendable 30 days one time, or you will need to apply for a Social Visit visa, extendable up to 4 times, with a maximum possible stay of 6 months.
Is there malaria or dengue in Alor?
We recommend you bring plenty of mosquito repellent and consult with your doctor should you have any concerns. The dry season in Alor means there are less mosquitos and few cases of malaria or dengue.
Do I need travel and diving insurance?
It is highly recommended that you purchase travel insurance including comprehensive accident, medical, luggage and trip cancellation insurance. In case of bad weather or other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, we will not be able to provide any refund or credit.
Diving insurance is mandatory due to our isolated location, the nearest hyperbaric chamber is located in Bali and evacuation costs and chamber expenses are not covered under standard medical insurance. We recommend DAN insurance, you will need to purchase according to your country of residence.
Are there hospitals in Alor?
There are local hospitals in Alor but if for bigger emergencies we recommend evacuation to Bali or Singapore.
Diving insurance is mandatory due to our isolated location, the nearest hyperbaric chamber is located in Bali and evacuation costs and chamber expenses are not covered under standard medical insurance. We recommend DAN insurance, you will need to purchase according to your country of residence.
Are you able to accommodate guests with disabilities?
As we are located on a hill, unfortunately our site is not suitable for people with walking disabilities. There are a number of stairs required to go up and down from the dive center to the restaurant.
Do you cater to vegans and people with food allergies or intolerances?
Yes, we are able to cater to vegans, vegetarians, food allergies or intolerances. We send out a form to fill before your arrival which helps us understand what you like, dislike, can or cannot eat, and we do our best to adapt our menu based on this information.
Is there phone signal and internet at the Alor Dive Resort?
There is phone signal and 4G internet available in the main town of Kalabahi, at the resort we currently have phone signal and 4G internet most of the time.
We are able to share our 4G hotspot for light browsing and emails, but for larger downloads we recommend waiting until you return home.
What should I pack?
We suggest bringing comfortable clothes due to the warm climate although it can get cooler in the evenings in the dry season (May to September). Cotton clothing is highly recommended with long-sleeves for protection against mosquitos. Eco-friendly toiletries such biodegradable soaps and shampoos, bamboo cotton buds or reef-safe sunscreen are especially welcome in Alor while we look for solutions to develop our own.
What type of electricity and plug adapters are available at the resort?
In Indonesia we use twin round plug sockets with 220 volts. For convenience we have available universal power strips, but divers are encouraged to bring their own adapters.
Can I do laundry at the resort?
We are able to take care of your laundry at the resort for a small fee per kg which goes directly to the cleaning staff.
What is the local currency?
The local currency is the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) and currently trades at around 14’000 rupiah for one US dollar.
How should I pay?
There are ATMs in Alor but there is a maximum limit that you can withdraw money per day depending on your bank. We are currently only able to accept bank transfers prior to your arrival or payments in cash (IDR, USD, EURO, CHF).
Do you accept children at the resort?
Our site is located on a slope and although there is a beach, there is also a rocky area which we feel is not suitable for children. The strong currents in the Pantar Strait unfortunately also do not make Alor an ideal destination if travelling with children.