La Galigo · Indonesia · 8 Days / 7 Nights
This voyage through Komodo National Park offers a comprehensive diving experience, from encounters with large pelagics to searching for rare macro critters. Highlights include diving with manta rays, navigating the thrilling currents of sites like The Shotgun, and exploring vibrant coral reefs. The trip is balanced with memorable topside excursions, such as trekking on Padar and Gili Lawa Darat for incredible views and a visit to Rinca Island to see the world-famous Komodo Dragons. Max guests on this trip: 14.
Sebayur Kecil and Sebayur Besar
Guests are collected from their hotel or the airport in Labuan Bajo and welcomed aboard the La Galigo. Following a welcome drink and safety briefing, the vessel departs for the islands of Sebayur Kecil and Sebayur Besar. Two dives are conducted in this calm, sheltered area, serving as a gentle introduction to the park and allowing divers to acclimate and check their gear.
West Komodo
The day begins with a dive at Tatawa Besar, followed by a search for manta rays at the renowned Manta Point. In the afternoon, divers experience a drift dive through Golden Passage, known for its excellent coral formations and schools of fish. The day's activities conclude with a sunset trek on Gili Lawa Darat and a night dive at Stranger Things to discover the park's macro life.
Dive sites: Tatawa Besar, Manta Point, Golden Passage, Stranger Things
Good to know: trekkingsunset
Northwest Komodo
This day is dedicated to some of Komodo's most memorable dive sites. The morning is spent at Crystal Rock and Castle Rock, two submerged pinnacles where hunting trevallies and reef sharks are often seen. The afternoon features an exhilarating drift dive at The Cauldron, also known as The Shotgun. A night dive is planned in Komodo Bay, subject to conditions.
Dive sites: Crystal Rock, Castle Rock, The Cauldron, The Shotgun
Southwest Komodo
An early morning dive at Batu Bolong offers chances to see large pelagics like Giant Trevally and Napoleon Wrasse. The boat then heads south to Tatawa Kecil, a site with strong currents and unique rock formations. The day concludes with a night dive at Siaba Besar, a haven for macro photographers with potential sightings of Ghost Pipefish, Flamboyant Cuttlefish, and Blue-Ringed Octopus.
Dive sites: Batu Bolong, Tatawa Kecil, Siaba Besar
Southwest Komodo
The exploration of Southwest Komodo continues with a dive at Police Corner, a fantastic but less-frequented site. A visit to Mauan island provides an opportunity to see mantas at a cleaning station. The afternoon is spent at the iconic Pink Beach, a shallow coral garden, before moving to Soro Lia Bay for the night dive.
Dive sites: Police Corner, Pink Beach, Soro Lia Bay
South Komodo and Padar Island
Diving in South Komodo begins at Manta Alley, a top attraction where large groups of manta rays congregate. The journey continues to Padar Island, which offers not only stunning views but also great dive sites like the wall at Pillarsteen. An afternoon trek up Padar provides breathtaking panoramas, followed by a night dive at Padar Wreck, a known habitat for frogfish.
Dive sites: Manta Alley, Pillarsteen, Padar Wreck
Good to know: trekking
Wainilu, Rinca Island, Pulau Kalong
The final dive of the trip is at Wainilu, a shallow sandy slope perfect for spotting macro critters. After the dive, guests venture ashore on Rinca Island for a guided walk to see the legendary Komodo Dragons. At sunset, the boat anchors near Pulau Kalong to watch thousands of fruit bats emerge. The evening is celebrated with a special BBQ banquet on the top deck.
Dive sites: Wainilu
Good to know: trekkingKomodo Dragonssunset birdsBBQ banquet
Labuan Bajo
The boat anchors in Labuan Bajo during the early morning hours. Guests can enjoy breakfast and have time to exchange photos and contacts. Disembarkation is flexible until 11:00 AM, with transfers provided to the airport or local hotels for onward travel.