Dive Sites
Dive Map
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Siaba Besar
If you love turtles, Siaba Besar is your dream dive! Just off central Komodo, this chill, shallow site is famous for its dozens of friendly green sea turtles cruising by or napping on coral beds. Nicknamed “Turtle Heaven” it’s a relaxed underwater playground with sandy slopes, coral bommies, and swaying seagrass. Spot reef sharks, pufferfish, nudibranchs, and loads of colorful reef fish all with easy conditions and great visibility. Perfect for beginners, snorkelers, or anyone who wants a laid-back dive full of life. Bring your camera — and your best turtle wave!
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Siaba Kecil
Strap in and let the ocean take you for a ride! Siaba Kecil is Komodo’s natural drift dive playground, where the current does the work and you just enjoy the show. Glide effortlessly over a colorful reef bursting with soft corals, schooling fish, turtles, reef sharks, and more. It’s like flying underwater — with a front-row seat to Komodo’s marine magic. Don’t blink, or you might miss a nudibranch or two hiding in the reef! With a little bit of current and a whole lot of life, Siaba Kecil is perfect for divers who like their dives easy, breezy, and full of action.
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Sebayur Kecil
Don’t let the size fool you — Sebayur Kecil is an underwater treasure chest just waiting to be explored! With calm waters, vibrant reefs, and a whole cast of reef critters, it’s the perfect spot for a laid-back, feel-good dive. Cruise over coral gardens buzzing with lionfish, fusiliers, snappers, and cheeky clownfish, while turtles and eagle rays might drop by for a cameo. Into the small stuff? Keep your mask close — nudibranchs and shrimp love to show off here too! Whether you’re a newbie or a dive pro looking to chill, Sebayur Kecil is pure underwater joy. Bonus points if you catch it at sunset or on a night dive — it gets even more magical!
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Tatawa Besar
Get ready to drift through a rainbow! Tatawa Besar is a classic Komodo drift dive, where the current sweeps you along a slope bursting with vibrant soft corals, giant sponges, and schools of reef fish that go on forever. This site is alive with action — expect to fly past sweetlips, batfish, snappers, turtles, and cruising reef sharks, with a chance of spotting manta rays if you’re lucky. The reef is insanely colorful, making it a dream for photographers and wide-eyed first-timers alike.With its steady current and mind-blowing marine life, Tatawa Besar is like an underwater rollercoaster — but way more zen. Hop in, go with the flow, and let Komodo show off a little.
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Tatawa Kecil
Tatawa Kecil is not for the faint of fin — this dive site brings the action! With strong currents and wild topography, it’s a thrilling drift dive that’ll have your heart racing (in the best way). Dive between massive boulders, overhangs, and vibrant coral slopes, where the marine life is just as bold — think reef sharks, giant trevallies, batfish, turtles, and huge schools of fusiliers flashing in the blue. Look closely and you’ll also spot nudibranchs and pygmy seahorses hiding in the cracks. This site is for experienced divers who love a good current and aren’t afraid to fly! Get ready for adrenaline, epic scenery, and nonstop marine action.
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Batu Bolong
Batu Bolong, meaning “Hollow Rock,” is one of Komodo National Park’s most iconic and breathtaking dive sites. What appears above the surface as a small rocky outcrop hides a vibrant vertical reef bursting with life. From shallow coral gardens at 5 meters to dramatic walls dropping into the deep, this site is a haven for marine biodiversity Expect to see schools of fusiliers, giant trevallies, Napoleon wrasse, reef sharks, and turtles gliding by, while the reef teems with colorful anthias, nudibranchs, and macro critters. Occasionally, manta rays and dogtooth tuna make surprise appearances. Due to strong and unpredictable currents, Batu Bolong is diveable only during slack tide and on the protected lee side. It’s best suited for intermediate to advanced divers under the guidance of experienced dive professionals. Why dive here? Stunning visibility, world-class coral, and marine life density that makes you feel like you’re swimming in a living aquarium.
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Makassar Reef
Makassar Reef, often called Manta Point, is Komodo’s go-to dive site for unforgettable encounters with reef mantas. This long, shallow drift dive stretches along a sandy channel dotted with coral bommies, where mantas gather to feed and get cleaned.
While the terrain is relatively flat, the real highlight is above you—graceful manta rays gliding effortlessly in formation, often passing within meters of divers. You may also spot eagle rays, sharks, turtles, and clouds of snappers and fusiliers.
This site is all about drift diving. With moderate to strong currents, you’ll ride the flow while soaking in the action—no hard kicking needed! Depth ranges from 5 to 18 meters, making it accessible for most certification levels, but good buoyancy and current awareness are essential.
Why dive here? For a front-row seat to Komodo’s majestic mantas and the kind of slow-motion magic you’ll never forget.
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Mawan
Mawan is a small island in central Komodo known for its beautiful white sand slopes, coral bommies, and frequent visits from reef mantas. This site offers a perfect blend of relaxed drift diving and thrilling wildlife encounters.
Mantas often cruise through the shallows here to feed and circle over cleaning stations, giving divers a chance to witness their graceful ballet up close. In addition to mantas, keep an eye out for turtles, cuttlefish, nudibranchs, and leaf scorpionfish tucked among the reef.
Depths range from 5 to 30 meters, with gentle to moderate currents making it ideal for beginner to intermediate divers—as long as current timing is right. The site is especially beautiful during slack tide, when visibility is best and marine life is most active.
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Police Corner
Tucked along the coastline of Padar Island, Police Corner offers a stunning mix of wall diving, sloping reefs, and adrenaline-pumping drifts. Named after the nearby ranger post, this site delivers both scenic beauty and biodiversity in one dynamic package.
The dive begins with a dramatic vertical wall covered in soft corals, sea fans, and sponges, home to nudibranchs, moray eels, and scorpionfish. As the wall transitions into a sandy slope, you may spot turtles, reef sharks, bumphead parrotfish, and pelagic visitors cruising by in the blue.
Currents here can range from gentle to strong, making it a favorite for drift diving—especially on the corner itself, where marine life gathers in the current flow. The site drops to 30+ meters, but most of the action happens between 10 and 25 meters.
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Pengah Kecil
Pengah Kecil is a small rocky island in central Komodo that packs a big underwater punch. Known for its vibrant coral gardens, sloping reefs, and occasional drift thrills, it’s a scenic and accessible site for divers of all levels.
Beneath the surface, you’ll find lush hard and soft corals, with bommies swarming in anthias, butterflyfish, and surgeonfish. On the deeper slopes, look out for white-tip reef sharks, giant trevallies, turtles, and sometimes even eagle rays cruising by. It’s also a great spot to hunt for nudibranchs, leaf scorpionfish, and other macro gems.
Currents here can vary, sometimes offering a gentle drift dive along the reef, other times requiring a more experienced approach—especially around the corners. Most of the action is between 10 to 25 meters, with a shallow coral plateau perfect for a beautiful safety stop.
Why dive here? Penguin Kecil delivers the perfect mix of color, coral, and current—a classic Komodo dive that’s as photogenic as it is fun.
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Crystal Rock
Crystal Rock is one of Komodo’s signature dive sites—powerful, pristine, and packed with life. Named for its crystal-clear visibility, this submerged seamount lies just below the surface at high tide and delivers big fish action, vibrant coral, and adrenaline-pumping currents.
This is where Komodo shows off: expect giant trevallies, dogtooth tuna, barracuda, white-tip and grey reef sharks, and sometimes even dolphins or manta rays on the outskirts. The reef itself is a spectacle of soft corals, sponges, and colorful reef fish, especially near the protected side.
Currents at Crystal Rock can be strong and swirling, creating upwellings and downcurrents, especially around the exposed areas. Most dives stick to the downcurrent side of the rock, where conditions are calmer and marine life gathers to feed. The site ranges from 5 to 30+ meters, making it ideal for experienced divers who are comfortable with current.
Why dive here? For thrilling pelagic encounters, dramatic reefscapes, and some of the best visibility in Komodo—Crystal Rock is an underwater arena where nature puts on a show.
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Castle Rock
Just north of Komodo Island, Castle Rock is a legendary site for high-energy diving and big fish action. This submerged seamount starts around 4–5 meters below the surface, making it invisible from above—but underwater, it’s a bustling marine metropolis.
Expect to be surrounded by schools of fusiliers, giant trevallies, snapper, and bannerfish, while grey reef sharks, white-tips, and the occasional tuna or manta cruise the blue. On calmer days, it’s not uncommon to spot dolphins patrolling the edge of the reef.
The best way to dive Castle Rock is to descend upcurrent, hook in, and enjoy the show as the marine life parades in front of you. Currents here are strong and unpredictable, making this site best for advanced divers with good drift and current control.
The reef itself is rich with soft corals, sea fans, and crinoids, and the top of the rock is perfect for a relaxing safety stop surrounded by swarms of anthias.
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Crystal Bay
Tucked between Komodo and Gili Lawa Laut, Crystal Bay lives up to its name with crystal-clear water, gentle conditions, and vibrant coral gardens. It’s a more relaxed alternative to Komodo’s high-energy sites—perfect for divers looking to slow down and soak in the beauty.
The shallow reef slopes gently from 5 to 25 meters, revealing a colorful mix of hard corals, soft corals, and sandy patches where you’ll find garden eels, nudibranchs, cuttlefish, and leaf scorpionfish. While it’s a calmer site, you may still get visits from reef sharks, eagle rays, and turtles, especially in the early morning.
Currents here are usually mild, making Crystal Bay a great option for beginner to intermediate divers, training dives, or anyone looking for an easy, scenic experience. It’s also a favorite for snorkelers thanks to its visibility and shallow reef top.
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Cauldron
The Cauldron—also known as Shotgun—is Komodo’s most thrilling drift dive and a favorite for adrenaline-loving divers. Nestled between Gili Lawa Laut and Gili Lawa Darat, this site features a narrow channel where currents squeeze through, creating a high-speed underwater ride like no other.
The dive starts in a calm sandy bowl—“the cauldron”—where you can spot stingrays, garden eels, nudibranchs, and sweetlips hovering above the reef. Then, the current builds and sweeps you through the Shotgun, a narrow passage that launches you past giant trevallies, sharks, and sometimes even manta rays cruising the current.
It’s a short but unforgettable dive, packed with action and framed by beautiful coral bommies, sea fans, and reef walls. Depth ranges from 5 to 30 meters, but the highlight is the fast, fun drift through the channel.
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Lighthouse
Located near Gili Lawa Laut, Lighthouse is a versatile and vibrant dive site that offers something for everyone—from colorful coral slopes to big fish action in the blue. Named after the nearby navigation tower, this site is a favorite for both macro lovers and wide-angle fans
The dive typically begins along a gentle slope rich with hard and soft corals, sponges, and sea fans, home to leaf scorpionfish, nudibranchs, cuttlefish, and moray eels. As you drift around the point, keep an eye on the blue—giant trevallies, reef sharks, and even manta rays occasionally make appearances.
Currents can range from mild to moderate, offering a comfortable drift dive experience with plenty of action. With depth ranging from 5 to 30 meters, Lighthouse is suitable for intermediate divers and a great choice for underwater photography.
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Golden Passage
Tucked between Komodo Island and Gili Lawa Darat, Golden Passage is one of the region’s most exciting drift dives, offering a perfect mix of speed, scenery, and big fish encounters. This narrow channel funnels crystal-clear water through a vibrant underwater corridor, making every dive feel like a fast-moving safari.
You’ll start along a sloping reef bursting with hard corals, soft corals, and sponges, home to sweetlips, snappers, cuttlefish, and leaf scorpionfish. As the current picks up, you’ll drift through the golden light-filled channel (where it gets its name), gliding past trevallies, turtles, sharks, and occasionally even manta rays and eagle rays.
The site ranges from 10 to 30 meters and can go from gentle to ripping currents depending on the tide, making it ideal for intermediate to advanced divers who are comfortable with drift techniques.
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Waenilu
Wae Nilu is one of Komodo’s most relaxed and rewarding dive sites—ideal for beginners, underwater photographers, and anyone who loves taking it slow and soaking in the details. Located near the coast of Rinca Island, it offers calm, protected waters and an incredibly rich shallow reef.
This site is all about the little stuff: think nudibranchs, leaf scorpionfish, ghost pipefish, cuttlefish, and octopus hiding among vibrant soft corals, sponges, and coral rubble. It’s a true macro paradise, but don’t be surprised if a turtle or bumphead parrotfish cruises by in the background.
With depths ranging from 2 to 20 meters and little to no current, Wae Nilu is perfect for training dives, check-out dives, or long, relaxing macro sessions. It’s also a favorite night dive site, where the reef comes alive with critters after dark.
