Solitude Lembeh Resort

Coleman Shrimp

Usually, when you see photos of Coleman shrimp, they’re shot as a close-up pair framed by the cool patterns and strong colours of their host fire urchin.

Since this little guy was all by himself, I decided to pull back and highlight the full beauty of the urchin instead (partly because my reverse ring macro setup wouldn't let me get any closer!).

Sometimes technical limits lead to happy creative choices!

📸 Anna Ewa Manzel

Where are we located?
We are situated along the northern stretch of the Lembeh Strait, right next to the 50-house village of Makawidey.

To the south lie the bustling streets of Bitung, North Sulawesi’s only deep-sea harbor. Looking across the strait toward Lembeh Island, you can spot coastal villages and the main road connecting them through the hills.

Don't sleep on our Enchiladas!

The numbers show our quesadillas are no doubt a menu star. But if you haven’t tried our Enchiladas yet, you’re missing out!

While they share a similar vibe, our enchiladas pack a bit more of a kick, delivering bigger flavors and an even juicier bite than their popular cousin.

Give them a chance on your next visit. You won't regret it!

⭐⭐⭐ Real Focus ⭐⭐⭐

Today, we’re back on track with our Real Focus 2026 winners series!

Next up is our 3rd Place winner for Macro Traditional, Dominik Gollnick, who recently visited Solitude Lembeh Resort to collect one of his prizes: a brand-new DiveVolk housing!

Huge congratulations, Dominik! We hope you enjoy the new gear, and we can't wait to see the incredible shots you capture with it.

Read what Dominik has to say about his shot:
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Curious what made this one stand out from the rest? The judges' full feedback, plus the complete winners' gallery, is waiting for you:

https://solitude.world/2026-real-focus-winners/

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An interesting question for you to answer 😉

HOW REAL ARE YOU? / MORE THAN A QUESTION.

HOW REAL ARE YOU? is more than a campaign line. It asks us to look beyond the finished photograph and consider the choices behind it: how the subject was found, how the moment unfolded and how much of what we see was genuinely observed. REAL FOCUS 2027 will celebrate underwater photography shaped by patience, authorship and respect for the living world.

Follow along as the REAL FOCUS 2027 story unfolds.

📸: Courtesy of Solitude Lembeh Resort
📍: Solitude Lembeh Resort | Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

25% Discount on InterDive Day Tickets

Patrick is already getting his bags packed for Germany! While it might be a bit early to pack, it’s never too early to secure your InterDive 2026 tickets in Friedrichshafen.

InterDive is offering a 25% discount on day tickets with promo code ID26SUMMER

Be sure to stop by, say hello to Jonas and Patrick, and catch up with the team.

We look forward to seeing you there! 23. - 27. September 2026

🎟️ Ticket Shop: https://tickets.messe-friedrichshafen.de/webshop/247/tickets

It’s getting Real again 😁

SAVE THE DATE. TAKE THE CHALLENGE.

REAL FOCUS returns in 2027 with a question that reaches beyond equipment and technical skill: HOW REAL ARE YOU?

From 15 February to 30 April 2027, underwater photographers at different stages of their journey are invited to take the challenge at Solitude Acacia Resort in Anilao or Solitude Lembeh Resort. Bring your vision, your skill and your willingness to make every choice count. Over the coming months, we will reveal the 2027 judging panel, categories and rules, prizes and entry details - so save the dates and follow along. Discover more at solitude.world.

Save the dates and get ready to take the challenge.



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⭐⭐⭐ Real Focus ⭐⭐⭐

True macro photography isn't just about getting close, it’s about bringing an entirely hidden world into sharp relief.

Karyll Gonzalez mastered that exact balance to claim 1st Place in the Traditional Macro Category. The level of detail, control, and respect for the marine life in this shot made it an undeniable standout.

For his exceptional work, he’s taking home an incredible 10 nights stay at Solitude Acacia Resort!

Read how the moment unfolded in his own words:
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Want to see what set this image apart in the eyes of the jury? Read the judges' comments and view all the winning entries here:

https://solitude.world/2026-real-focus-winners/

⭐⭐⭐ Real Focus ⭐⭐⭐

Taking top honors in the Creative Macro Category!

A massive congratulations to Enrico Somogyi for capturing the stunning 1st Place image in this year's contest. The artistic vision and technical mastery in this shot completely blew the judges away!

Swipe to read Enrico’s story behind how this extraordinary piece came to life!

Want to see the judges’ feedback on what made this shot stand out, or explore the full winners' gallery? Visit our website:

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https://solitude.world/2026-real-focus-winners/

⭐⭐⭐ Real Focus ⭐⭐⭐

3rd Place in Compact, captured by a beginner diver?! Talk about major talent!

Huge congratulations to Carmina for taking home 3rd Place in our Compact Category with an absolute showstopper of a photo.

Swipe to read Carmina’s story behind the shot!

Want to see the judges’ feedback on what made this shot stand out, or explore the full winners' gallery? Visit our website:

https://solitude.world/2026-real-focus-winners/

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