About Lohwenci
Lohwenci, situated in Komodo National Park just north of a park station, provides a serene and captivating underwater experience. This dive site is characterized by a small, inviting white sand beach and clusters of low-lying black rocks resting on the reef. The dive typically commences from an entry point near the white sand beach. Divers navigate with the reef consistently positioned to their left, heading towards the national park station. The topography features a healthy and diverse ecosystem, showcasing a rich variety of both hard and soft corals. The site boasts abundant fish life and a fascinating array of other marine creatures. While no specific seasonality for marine encounters is mentioned beyond general good conditions, the consistent reef health suggests a vibrant environment year-round. Given its tranquil nature and lack of significant currents, the practical experience here is a calm and unhurried exploration. This gentle environment makes Lohwenci ideal for divers seeking a relaxed yet immersive journey through thriving coral ecosystems. It is generally a drift-free dive, making it suitable for divers who prefer calm conditions, allowing for extended observation of the diverse reef inhabitants.
Highlights
small white sand beachlow black rocksdiverse hard and soft coralsabundant fish lifecalm, current-free environment
Best Season
The months from March to May and September to November offer the most favorable general conditions with comfortable water temperatures. Visibility is typically good, and currents remain manageable during these periods. December through February provides excellent visibility, often reaching up to 30 meters, alongside warmer water temperatures.
Dive site facts: Lohwenci
- Current
- No current
- Entry
- Liveaboard only
- Level
- Intermediate
- Dive type
- Reef, Reef
- Region / port
- Komodo, Indonesia
- Coordinates
- 8.5817° S, 119.5733° E
Conditions & Currents
Lohwenci is distinguished by its remarkably calm conditions, with currents typically being insignificant. This allows for a tranquil and effortless dive experience, free from the challenges of strong water movement. Due to the lack of current, divers can anticipate a relaxed entry and exit, without the need for specialized techniques like negative entries or reef hooks. The site does not mention specific thermoclines or significant visibility swings; instead, it is noted for generally good visibility. This absence of strong currents means the site is accessible and enjoyable for divers who prefer calm environments, making gas planning straightforward without the need to account for strenuous effort against current.
Why dive Lohwenci from a liveaboard?
Lohwenci is one of Komodo, Indonesia's signature dive sites. A liveaboard sleeps you on the water and puts you in the water for three to four guided dives per day, including dawn and night dives that day-boat operators rarely offer. You skip the daily commute back to port and reach quieter, less-crowded sites in the same region on a single trip.
Below are the liveaboards that include Lohwenci on their Komodo, Indonesia itineraries.
Liveaboards diving Lohwenci
These liveaboards may visit Lohwenci on selected itineraries — the exact dive sites depend on departure, weather and conditions.
Naga Biru
Indonesia
12 guests40 m
$273/day
Ecopro Duyung Baru
Indonesia
6 guests27 m
$316/day
Wellenreng
Indonesia
9 guests25 m
$427/day
Komodo Aggressor
Komodo, Indonesia
16 guests29 m
$312/day
Blue Manta
Indonesia
20 guests45 m
$488/day
Mari
Indonesia
14 guests32.2 m
$328/day
Situju7
Komodo, Indonesia
10 guests32.7 m
$362/day
Pindito
Indonesia
16 guests37.79 m
$533/day
Mermaid II
Komodo, Indonesia
18 guests
$355/day
Putri Naga
Komodo, Indonesia
6 guests25 m
$222/day
Mikumba Dua
Indonesia
10 guests30 m
$335/day
Aliikai Voyage
Indonesia
15 guests40 m
$658/day
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