All visitors to the park, divers, snorkellers and sunbathers alike, are requested to pay a Bunaken National Park Entrance Fee of about US$ 15 upon the arrival to the park. Visitors will get a tag (pin) which is valid for one calendar year.

The proceeds are used to fund patrols to stop illegal fishing activities, conservation activities such as beach cleaning, coral and mangrove rehabilitation, and improvement of standards in the park area.