Alycastre Eco Dive Resort

Alycastre Eco Dive Resort sits on Penama Island, 40 minutes by boat from Maumere, Flores. It is a small resort built to traditional Indonesian design and run on low-impact lines, with dive sites most people have never heard of a few minutes away.

Why We Love Alycastre Eco Dive Resort

What makes Alycastre Eco Dive Resort truly special is its harmonious blend of luxury and authenticity. With just five exclusive villas spread across a private beachfront, you’ll experience a level of serenity rarely found in today’s busy world. The resort’s commitment to sustainability extends from its bamboo architecture to its farm-to-table dining concept.

The waters around the island hold some of Flores’ least dived sites, with reef sharks, good macro life and healthy coral, all minutes from the resort.

Accommodation

Alycastre Eco Dive Resort offers 4 villas, with three distinct styles, each thoughtfully designed to connect you with nature while providing modern comforts:

Ocean Beach Villa Pendek

This elegant beachfront villa features carved antique wood from Java and Bali, combining traditional Indonesian craftsmanship with contemporary design. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame spectacular ocean panoramas, while a spacious veranda invites you to unwind to the sounds of gentle waves. Can accommodate two adults and one child.

Ocean Beach Villa Tinggi

Similar in style to its sister villa but with a different layout, the Ocean Beach Villa Tinggi is built with antique wood and sits higher up, so the ocean view is longer. It takes 2 people and one child.

Bambu Villa

A triumph of sustainable bio-architecture, the Bambu Villa features soaring ceilings and innovative design that keeps spaces naturally cool. This airy, light-filled accommodation surrounded by swaying palms offers direct sea views and represents the resort’s commitment to eco-friendly luxury. Can accommodate 2 people and one child.

Beach Suite Joglo

Perfect for families or small groups, this traditional Javanese house accommodates up to 4 adults and 2 children. This 120m² beachfront suite has carved wood detailing, two modern bathrooms and a large living area. The Beach Suite Joglo sits directly on the beach, with an open ocean view from its 20m² terrace.

Diving Adventures at Alycastre

The dive sites here suit all levels, and what stands out is how much variety sits within a short boat ride:

Incredible Marine Diversity

• Shark enthusiasts will love “Shark Point,” where numerous blacktip and whitetip reef sharks are regularly spotted in a single dive
• Macro photographers can focus on pygmy seahorses, specialized crabs, and rare cephalopods including the elusive blue-ringed octopus
• Wide-angle: coral walls, sea fans, and the occasional manta or Jenkins ray

Culinary Delights

The owners are French, and the kitchen shows it: European technique on Indonesian ingredients. The open-air bamboo restaurant looks out over the water. On the menu:

• Fresh-caught seafood delivered daily by local fishermen
• Organic vegetables from nearby farms
• Homemade bread and pastries baked each morning
• Thoughtfully prepared international and local specialties

All stays include full-board dining, with dietary preferences happily accommodated when arranged in advance.

Beyond Diving

While diving may be the main attraction, Alycastre Eco Dive Resort offers numerous other ways to connect with Flores’ natural beauty:

• World-class snorkeling directly from the beach
• Kayaking along the scenic coastline
• Island hopping to nearby Blue Atoll or Pulau Kambing
• Village tours offering authentic cultural experiences
• Massage services for post-dive relaxation

Rates & Practical Information

Accommodation Rates

• Starts from 90 USD per night per person (contact us for current seasonal rates and group offers)
• All stays include full board meals, water, coffee, tea, and taxes

Diving Rates

• 2 morning dives: 1,400,000 IDR
• Extra/third dive: 700,000 IDR
• Single dive: 800,000 IDR
• Night dive: 1,000,000 IDR
• Equipment rental: 300,000 IDR per day
• Dive computer rental: 70,000 IDR per day

Activities

• Snorkeling with dive boat: 200,000 IDR per person
• Local boat rental for snorkeling: 400,000-500,000 IDR
• Speedboat trips to special locations: ~500,000 IDR per person

Transfer Information

• Car and speedboat transfer from/to Maumere: 4,500,000 IDR round trip (total cost per boat)
• Transfers take approximately 40 minutes each way from Maumere

When to Visit

Alycastre Eco Dive Resort offers excellent diving year-round, but the April to November dry season typically provides the best conditions with visibility often exceeding 30 meters. The shoulder seasons of March-April and October-November often combine great diving conditions with fewer visitors.