Route Description - Komodo, Maumere, Alor 11Days / 10Nights
The World Heritage listed Komodo National Park is one of the most iconic diving destinations in Indonesia. Its popularity grows exponentially with every passing season and keeps guests coming back for more with its unique blend of adrenaline pumping current fueled dives, stunning coral reefs, beautiful scenery and of course the world’s largest lizard, the Komodo Dragon. Whether you love big fish or are a macro enthusiast, Komodo truly has something for everyone, Manta, shark, turtles, eagle ray and even dolphins can be spotted in crystal clear blue waters of the North, while all manner of macro megastars can be spotted in the cooler, nutrient rich waters of the Southern areas of the park. Finishing in Alor, far from the crowds, this region has fantastic macro life, stunning coral reefs, an abundance of fish, and schooling pelagic providing amazing diving. Watch out for larger pelagic in the cooler waters of the South, including mola mola, thresher & hammerhead sharks. During the surface interval you may even have the chance to spot dolphins or pilot whales.
Sample Itinerary
Note:All schedules are subjected to changes according to weather, sea, diving, & local conditions.
Day 1. (1-2 dives) 3pm.
Our staff will meet you upon your arrival to Komodo Airport or local hotel and transfer you to Blue Manta. Depending on arrival time, we do check dive(s) at Bidadari and night dive at Pulau Sebayor.
Day 2. (4 dives)
South Komodo: Manta Alley to fly with mantas, Cannibal Rock, Torpedo Alley at Nusa Kode.
Day 3. (3-4 dives) South Komodo, Padar Island:
one of our favourite regions in the park with some stunning and diverse dive sites such as 3 Sisters and Pillarsteen. Plus, visit to Pink Beach.
Day 4. (4 dives) North Komodo:
Castle Rock, Crystal Rock, & Shot Gun at Gili Lawa Laut. Pinnacles, drift dives full of action with hunting fish: jacks & sharks!
Day 5. (3 dives) North Komodo:
Batu Balong & Mantas on the Moon (Makassar Reef). This followed by a walk on the wide side in search of Komodo Dragons, and trekking on one of the local Islands.
Day 6. (4 dives) North Komodo:
Tatawa Besar & Kecil, Siaba Kecil, & Wainilu. Tons of Anthias, Napoleon wrasse, sharks, & excellent night dive.
Day 7. (3 dives) Maumere:
nearby Pulau Babi and Pulau Besar. Sail to Alor.
Day 8-9. (3-4 dives x2 days) Alor & Pantar Strait (Islands of Kepa, Pura, Ternate, & Buaya between Pantar & Alor);
nutrient-rich adventurous currents and a diversity of dive site formations, make for an abundance of coral and fish, both big and small. We may visit local village and substitute for a dive.
Day 10. (2 dives) Alor; chance to repeat final 2 dives.
Then we sail back to Alor, where you spend last night on Blue Manta in Kalabahi Port. Plenty of time to wash & dry equipment, rest & relaxation, and if need be, an early flight on trip departure day.
Day 11. (0 dives) 5am-12pm;
Check out after light breakfast & farewells, we transfer to local hotel or airport in time for Check-in & flight. Take your pre-booked flight to Bali or Jakarta, via Kupang.
Diving days: 10 days (28 dives)