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Diving Komodo’s Iconic Dive Sites: A Bucket List Experience

Discover Komodo’s most iconic dive sites—Batu Bolong, Castle Rock, and Manta Point—with Liquid Adventures Indonesia. Plan your ultimate bucket-list diving trip today.

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🌊 Why Komodo Is a Bucket List Destination

Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is home to three of the most iconic dive sites in Indonesia: Batu Bolong, Castle Rock, and Manta Point. These sites aren’t just great—they’re essential.

From high-adrenaline drift dives to calm coral gardens brimming with marine life, Komodo offers experiences for every advanced diver. Whether you're after pelagics, macro critters, or manta rays, this is a must-dive destination.

👉 Learn more about our Komodo National Park Guide.

🪸 1. Batu Bolong: A Coral Kingdom in the Heart of Komodo

Diver Batu Balong

Location: Central Komodo
Depth: 5–30+ meters
Currents: Mild to strong
Recommended for: Intermediate and Advanced Divers

This pinnacle reef rises from the depths like a coral-covered mountain, offering one of the most colorful and biodiverse dive sites in Indonesia.

Marine Life You’ll See:

  • Turtles feeding on soft corals

  • Napoleon wrasse and reef sharks

  • Dense clouds of anthias and fusiliers

  • Moray eels, clownfish, and octopus hiding in reef crevices

"The reef was alive with motion. I couldn’t decide where to look next!"Maria, Germany

💡 Dive Tip: Stick to the sheltered side during high tide. Currents can be strong on the edges.
🗺️ Download the Batu Bolong Dive Map

🌀 2. Castle Rock: Komodo’s Premier Drift Dive

GT Castle Rock

Location: North Komodo
Depth: 10–40 meters
Currents: Moderate to very strong
Recommended for: Advanced Divers Only

If adrenaline-filled diving is your thing, Castle Rock is non-negotiable. Prepare for fast descents, reef hooks, and big-fish action.

What Makes It Epic:

  • Giant trevallies hunting in packs

  • Tuna and barracuda in the blue

  • Potential dolphin and shark sightings

  • Pulsing coral bommies teeming with life

🎣 Hook in, hang on, and enjoy the show.

"This was National Geographic stuff. I was surrounded by predators in perfect harmony."Leo, past guest

📍 See our Castle Rock Site Guide

🐋 3. Manta Point: Dance with Mantas

Manta Point

Location: South/Central Komodo
Depth: 5–20 meters
Currents: Mild to moderate
Recommended for: All Levels

This broad, shallow reef is home to one of Komodo’s most mesmerizing encounters—gliding with manta rays at their cleaning stations.

Look For:

  • Up to 10 mantas circling above

  • Moray eels in the coral bommies

  • Curious batfish and pufferfish

  • Hawksbill turtles and blue-spotted stingrays

🌟 Best during dry season (June–Oct), but mantas can appear year-round!

"We didn’t chase them—the mantas came to us."Tina, Australia

📸 See our Manta Video

🕐 When Is the Best Time to Dive Komodo?

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✅ Diver Requirements & What to Expect

  • Certification Needed: Advanced Open Water

  • Gear: We provide full equipment + reef hooks if needed

  • Group Size: Max 8 guests = intimate & relaxed

  • Boat Vibe: Chill, friendly, and fun—like a floating home

🚿 Hot showers, Indonesian cuisine, and cold drinks under the stars? Yes, please.

🗣️ What Our Guests Say

🧭 "Every dive was better than the last. I booked again for next year before I even left the boat."
Sven, Sweden

🫧 "Liquid Adventures gives you the real Komodo. No crowds, just good vibes and world-class diving."
Aliyah, USA

❓ Komodo Diving FAQs

Q: Can I dive if I’m Open Water certified?
A: Komodo sites require Advanced certification due to currents and depth.

Q: What’s included in the trip?
A: Accommodation, meals, dives, land excursions.

Q: Is Wi-Fi available on the boat?
A: No Wi-Fi—just pure disconnection and real connection.

Q: How many dives per day?
A: Usually 3–4, including night dives if conditions allow.

🧭 Ready to Dive Komodo’s Iconic Sites?

🚨 Limited spaces available for the 2025 season!
🔥 Next Departure: June 3–10 | 21,000,000 IDR

👉 Book Your Komodo Adventure Now
📩 Or download our Free Komodo Guide

📱 Contact us via WhatsApp at +62 81214220426

or email liquidadventuresindonesia@gmail.com

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