Why choose iDIVE Komodo and not other dive operators in Labuan Bajo?

iDIVE Komodo is a local owned dive operator that pays attention to safety, service and comfort of the divers. By supporting us, you also contribute to the local community as our team is mostly local Indonesians.

How is the water temperature in Komodo?

Generally, temperatures in Komodo area ranges from 26 to 28 degree Celsius. A 3mm wetsuit is generally sufficient and rental is already included in the diving package.

I heard that the current in Komodo National Park is strong, and I am a beginner (Open Water Diver with 4 logs). Will I be able to dive there?

It is possible to dive in several dive spots that is calmer than the other dive sites such as Siaba Besar (Turtle Town) and Sebayur to start with. However it will be more comfortable if you are an Advanced Diver as you will have more options in terms of the dive site selection.

What are the most popular diving sites in Komodo?

Komodo National Park is a truly rich area with many dive sites offering different experiences. But some of the most popular, sought after dive sites are:

• Manta Point (Makassar Reef), one of the site with a high probability to see Reef Mantas as it’s the cleaning stations for the manta rays! This is a relatively large dive site, with rubble coral bottom and sandy areas as well with rich macro life. Currents are common but it’s still a beginner friendly dive site. An alternative dive site with the same likelihood to spot Mantas is Mawan. It has white sandy slope with beautiful coral gardens.
• Siaba Besar (Turtle Town), a calm dive site which is suitable for beginners. As the name says, it’s turtle town, so turtles are commonly sighted! Sometimes sharks, cuttlefish, and sting rays can be spotted around here too. Some parts of the dive site has a sandy bottom area, suitable for finding macro surprises or for courses to practice your skills.
• Batu Bolong, it’s a pinnacle dive site. The name literally translates to rock with a hole which is what we see on the surface. The pinnacle goes very deep to 70m, and is very rich with soft and hard corals, and abundant with fish. Schools are common, and pelagics are usual sightings also (Napoleons, Trevallies, etc). Go a bit deeper and it’s not uncommon spotting reef sharks hiding between the cracks or swimming around. Macro life is also interesting, you can spot pygmy seahorse in the deeper area. Currents can be very strong with a possibility of down current, so this site is more suitable for advanced divers.
• The North: Crystal Rock, Castle Rock, Cauldron.  These sites can be subject to very strong currents hence are suitable for advanced divers. The strong currents attract the big guys though, namely grey reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, and giant trevallies! Schools of fusiliers, bannerfish, and sometimes barracudas can be seen here as well. Crystal Rock is named after it’s great visibility-crystal clear waters, in Castle Rock you usually can use a hook to face the current and feel yourself ‘flying’ while waiting to see the action comes to you, and Cauldron or also called Shotgun is a channel dive site, usually an adrenaline dive with a strong current (hence the name, shotgun) where you can enjoy the rollercoaster ride through the exhilarating rip current.

Other dive sites might be less popular but not any less beautiful and exciting! You can book multiple day dive trips and iDIVE Komodo team will happily personalize your itinerary so you can see a good variery of dive sites to get the most out of your time here in Komodo!

Do I need to have diving insurance?

Diving is a relatively safe sport but it does have certain risks associated with it and sometimes scuba diving related accidents are not included in standard health or life insurance policy. Having a diving insurance is not mandatory but it can definitely give you a piece of mind knowing that you are well covered. iDIVE Komodo can help in securing short term insurance for you with DAN (Divers Alert Network). For more information abount DAN and the coverage, you can check out their website:

https://www.diversalertnetwork.org/shortterm/

My ear is hurting or I have a history of sinus problems. Can I dive?

To ensure your safety, we will require you to get it examined. You can dive only if the doctor can provide a clearance document stating that you are in fact fit to dive.

What safety equipments are available?

We have first aid kit, fire extinguisher, and pure oxygen (to relieve decompression sickness symptoms) onboard.

Hyperbaric Chamber is available in nearby Siloam Hospital Labuan Bajo (<10 minutes from the harbour) for DCS treatment.

To join the courses and the try scuba program, you need to be able to prove that you know how to swim and that you’re comfortable in the water. You do not necessarily have to be a good swimmer!

If you haven’t dived in the last 12 months, we will require you to take a quick refresher course to review the skills. This can be done during the first dive of your fun dive trip and generally take around 20-30 minutes.

If you haven’t dived in the last 5 years, we will require you to take a Scuba Review course. There are more skills to be reviewed, hence this usually takes the whole first dive.

We offer a few activities that might be suitable for non-divers accompanying at least one diver, the options are:

• Why not join the Try Scuba program? Do not miss out on the opportunity to explore tha vast beauty existing underwater! Our instructor will teach you basic scuba diving skills and you will have the full diving experience for 2 dives, with the instructor fully attentive with you ensuring your comfort and safety. Kids as little as 8 years old can join this program as well. After the second dive, you will have the option to add another dive, dragon trekking*, or you can just rest and chill on the boat.
• Snorkeling is another option. We will provide a snorkeling guide for you to ensure safety and to show you the snorkeling area. Generally the central area of the national park has good snorkeling spots so while others are diving, you can snorkel near the surface.
• You can just Chill On The Boat! It is a vacation after all. Grab a book, your sunnies, and sunscreen and spend the day on the boat, enjoying the slow tropical life in Komodo National Park! Our upper deck has plenty of space with bean bags and matresses, perfect for getting a tan or taking a nap. You can also chat and hang out with your friends (or meet new ones!) during their surface intervals. This activity can be combined with dragon trekking as well.

*some activities are subject to availability

Yes we do provide nitrox tanks with extra charge of IDR 150.000 per tank

We offer Nitrox specialty course combining with 2 dives diving with Enriched Air Nitrox itself. Normally you would like to add this specialty to increase your bottom time and safety. During this course you will study some theory, take an exam, learn how to analyse and measure the Oxygen content of your tank and then go on 2 great dives using Nitrox.

Our tanks commonly use Yoke valve. But if you have a DIN regulator, we can help provide DIN tanks accordingly.

We at iDIVE Komodo would like to ensure safety of all our guests so although you have the certification for solo diving, we require all guests to stick to a group led by our guide who has more extensive experience and knowledge of Komodo dive sites

Do you accept credit cards?

Yes we do!

I want to dive multiple days. Do I have to purchase the Komodo National Park tickets for each day?

Yes, Komodo National Park fees are charged at a daily rate which vary on Sundays and National holidays. You can pay directly to the front desk and we will help to purchase it for you from the ticket office on each diving day.

I have paid the deposit to secure my spot but I have to cancel. What happens then?

Deposits paid are non-refundable. For cancellation informed before 12 PM D-1, you are welcome to reschedule to another day (subject to availability), while for any cancellation informed after 12 PM D-1 will be charged in full. Any no shows by the time our leader has left the iDIVE Komodo Dive Center for departure will be charged in full as well.

I cannot complete my course. Can I get any refunds?

For course cancellation, you will be charged for each completed section:

Theory Modules – IDR 700.000

Confined water sessions – IDR 1.000.000 + Park Fees

Open Water Dives – IDR 1.000.000 per dive + Park Fees