Critters at Lembeh Resort
With so many reefs and shallow water habitats conveniently within reach of the resort, snorkeling is a wonderful way to explore the Lembeh Strait. Critters at Lembeh will provide you with everything you need.
Discover Biodiversity
Critters at Lembeh Resort opens doors to incredible snorkeling in the Lembeh Strait. With years of experience and an intimate knowledge of our location, we can recommend places to explore and help you get the most out of your trip. From mangroves and muck to our very own house reef, you will be spoiled for choice.
Muck Snorkeling
Our muck snorkeling trips give you an alternative perspective of these captivating seascapes – from above, you can fully appreciate their interconnectedness and place critters in the wider context of their surroundings.
More Than Muck
There is more to Lembeh than its famous muck diving. Snorkel the strait and you will discover a range of incredible habitats, home to captivating marine life.
Night Snorkeling
Night snorkeling in Lembeh is like stepping into a whole new world! As darkness falls, the reef transforms, and rare nocturnal critters come out to play. With a flashlight in hand, you’ll spot hunting octopuses, pinnate bat fish, and bioluminescent plankton lighting up the water. It’s an unforgettable experience that adds a touch of mystery and thrill to your Lembeh adventure!
A Day of Snorkeling
For a truly diverse and immersive snorkeling experience, try a full day excursion around the Lembeh Strait. Covering a range of sites, you will explore the waters of Lembeh at your own pace, meeting the many creatures that make this an incredible place to be.
Types of Habitats
The Lembeh Strait is home to a range of habitats, which support an abundance of marine biodiversity. This area is rightly famed for its critters, but also offers a variety of reefs, mangroves and mixed habitats to explore.
Sand & Rubble
Lembeh’s iconic muck sites feature gentle slopes of volcanic sand scattered with debris, sponges, algae, and rubble.
Coral
Many soft and hard coral species live and thrive here, in the nutrient-rich waters of the Lembeh Strait.
Mixed
With a combination of reef and muck sites, you can enjoy a world of snorkeling experiences in one location.
Keeping Our Reefs Beautiful
We regularly run house reef maintenance to ensure the house reef stays in good condition. This maintenance work includes cleaning, restoration, and replacing buoys that have become overgrown with sponges.
Coral Restoration Project
As one of the best dive and snorkeling sites in the world, we have a responsibility to care for our reefs and support their restoration.
What To Expect
A day of snorkeling in Lembeh is whatever you make it! We will be happy to crat an itinerary that suits your tastes and aspirations.
Guest Loyalty Program
Returning guests receive additional credit to redeem during their visit. The more you stay, the more you benefit!