Indonesia · South Komodo
Boulders (Komodo)
Best time to dive
September to January; December to March
What you might see
- Manta rayLikely
- NudibranchLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Open Water
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - Limited; shallow boulder tops can be snorkeled in calm conditions
Safety notes
Current, cold water, remote location typical of South Komodo
Permits & fees
Komodo National Park (TNK) entrance ticket required: ~IDR 250,000 park entry + IDR 100,000 conservation fee + IDR 25,000 harbour fee per person/day, plus ~IDR 25,000 diving surcharge per diver/day (2026 rates); advance booking via SiORA platform mandatory
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Labuan Bajo
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.