This seasonal itinerary covers the best of Central and Northern Komodo, when dry season conditions bring clear skies, calm seas, and excellent visibility. Expect vibrant reefs, thrilling drift dives, and a high chance of seeing manta rays, reef sharks, and schooling pelagics. North Komodo is known for rich coral gardens and action-packed dive sites that are ideal during the mid-year months.

Ideal for:

Guests look for excellent visibility, warm water, rich coral life, and big-fish action in the most iconic parts of Komodo. Perfect for both diving couples and mixed groups of divers and snorkelers.

Diving Highlights:

- Crystal Rock & Castle Rock: iconic pinnacles with strong currents, sharks, and jacks

- The Cauldron (Shotgun): a fast-paced drift through a narrow channel, often with mantas

- Batu Bolong: a coral-covered seamount and one of Indonesia’s best dive sites

- Tatawa Kecil & Besar: colorful reef walls and friendly currents

- Siaba & Sebayur: great for turtles and macro life

For Snorkelers:

This is a top-choice route for snorkelers. The northern and central reefs are shallow, colorful, and full of life. Mantas, turtles, and reef sharks are often spotted from the surface, and many sites are protected and calm

Beyond Diving:

- Komodo dragon walk on Rinca or Komodo Island

- Visits to white sand beaches and snorkel stops at untouched coral gardens

- Dramatic island landscapes and unforgettable sunsets on deck

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.

Komodo Central North