Colorful coral reef scene with marine life in West Papua, Indonesia's underwater world.
Indonesia · South Komodo

Payung Island

Also known as: Pulau Payung

Best time to dive

Season varies - confirm locally

Certification & difficulty

Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Not a snorkel site - Limited; primarily a scuba site given depth range and surge

Safety notes

Occasional strong surge, reduced visibility

Permits & fees

Komodo National Park (TNK) entrance ticket plus diving surcharge required

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.

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