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When divers are talking about Komodo the second associated word after incredible is Current. Currents in Komodo National Park can get rather strong, which is an excellent feature, since you can find all this abundant and pristine marine life.
Why, you may wonder. These currents bring in nutrients that feed many species that wouldn’t be here without this food. This is how the chain works: the most important source of food for corals and small fish is plankton, then these small fish attract predators like sharks and other hunters like Giant Trevalies, Tunas, Snappers, Barracudas, etc. Plankton also attracts even bigger and peaceful creatures as well, such as massive Manta rays and even the largest of all, the Whale sharks.
The diving here can be pretty adventurous, which is definitely one the main attractions while diving in Komodo National Park, captivating many divers from all over the world. Currents are frequent on most dives and they can dramatically change from day to day, from hour to hour, and even during a single dive. But as we mentioned, these currents are what make this area special and so rich in life. The strength of the current also varies throughout the month along with the lunar cycle, thus the knowledge of currents, daily tide times and moon phases will determine where the best diving will be.
If you wish to experience current and drift dive before your trip to Komodo, we highly recommend you to spend a couple of days with us in Nusa Lembongan, to dive Nusa Penida North coast, and get your drift specialty. Current here is weaker but strong enough to give the required experience to dive some of the best dive sites in Komodo.
Due to the potential changing currents, diving in Komodo can be challenging sometimes, therefore is mostly for intermediate - advanced divers, however beginner divers don’t need to worry at all, considering there are also diving spots with less or none current, a variety of dive sites are done in protected and sheltered places. For example, there are some dives sites like Manta Point and Tatawa Besar, where if conditions are right, beginner divers and Open Water students can enjoy the marvels of these places. On the other hand, there are some dives sites, such as The Cauldron, Castle Rock and Crystal Rock, which are only appropriate for advanced divers.
The idea is not to fight the current, diving should be fun, so better is drift along and go with the flow! The feeling of flying underwater is simply stunning and it will surely be one of the most remarkable experiences that Komodo has to offer! It is good to keep in mind though that unexpected changes can still occur, so please pay attention carefully to the pre-dive briefing. Always be close to your group and behind your guide. If there is current present, stay close to the reef or bottom where the current is less strong while maintaining neutral buoyancy, without damaging any marine life, and imitate your dive guide’s positioning in the water. And for underwater photographers in strong currents, it is important not to get left behind in the group in search of the perfect shot.
For those who are not that big fans of currents, Komodo National Park will also be a great fit, due to its extensive types of dives. Divers will find everything they are looking for: currents dive, but easy dives as well, protected bays, colourful reefs; great night dives, pinnacles and sea mounts; white sand slopes & colorful walls, monumental boulders, volcanic black sands, great much diving, and all of it filled with a breathtaking marine life biodiversity…
Whereas diving in some sites in the Park can be easily done all year round, in North and Central Komodo National Park the best time for diving is from April to November and in South Komodo National Park the best time is from October till April.
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Luxury: All cabins are equipped with Air conditioning and Private bathroom (ensuite).
Comfort: All cabins are equipped with Air conditioning and some cabins may have shared bathroom (Max 2 cabins).
You should definitely consider the full charter option especially if you are planning this cruise with your family or friends. It will make the experience even more exceptional.
As we offer a large choice of boat, no matter if you are 6, 10 or more than 12 we will find the best vessel according the standing you are expecting.
From 1000$ per night in adventure standing, 2000$ per night in Comfort standing and from 3000$ in Luxury standing.
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Not at all, beginners can do discover scuba diving during the cruise (let us know to arrange it)
Open water certified divers or equivalent will have access to most of the dive sites, but to make the best of the cruise Advanced level and experience in drift dive is recommended. You can spend a few days with us in Bali before starting your cruise, by joining our Safari tour or to get your Advanced certification in one of our four dive centers, it will allow you to dive up to 30m depth, to join night dives and be more confident and comfortable while drift diving.
For an even better training we recommend you to join the drift specialty in Nusa Lembongan.
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Indonesia spread over its more than 5000 km along the Equator which offers a tropical climate with only two season, dry & wet.
Dry season is mainly from May to October
Wet season from November to April.
Keep in mind that Indonesia is the world’s largest archipelago, so you can visit year-round as wet season won’t start in the same time in different places.
Landscapes are also pretty different due to Tropical rainforest climate and Tropical savannah climate.
Komodo: All year around
North Komodo: April to December
South Komodo: January to march
Raja Ampat: October to May
Banda Island: September to November
Alor: May to November
We do recommend you to bring your own gears if you already own it. If not it’s not a big deal, you can rent the full set onboard, some of our partners provide rental equipment for free, maximum you can expect another 60$ per day.
As a reminder, every scuba diver should be equipped with: Wetsuite/BCD/Regulator set/Fins/Weight system/Dive computer/SMB/Torchlight/Compass.
Nitrox tanks are available on most of the boats, please refer to the boat description.
Included: Transportation between airport & boat (return)/ Accommodation/ Meals and snacks/ non alcoholic beverage/ 12L tanks and weight system for divers
Not Included: Marine park and Port authority fees / International and domestic flights/ Traveling - Diving Insurance / alcoholic beverage & espresso/ massage/ 15L tanks and dive gears rental for scuba divers
Most of the time €, Us$ are accepted onboard, but we do recommend you to bring enough cash in local currency IDR.
Payement by card are available on some boats, please refer to the boat description.
Most of electric outlets on board are European type.
Tipping from 5 to 10% of the cruise amount are expected, it express your satisfaction level. Tips are also an important income part for crew members.
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You should definitely consider the full charter option especially if you are planning this cruise with your family or friends. It will make the experience even more exceptional.
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