Komodo National Park Dive Sites
THREE SISTERS/BATU TIGA Central Komodo | A triple threat of pinnacles, power, and pristine marine life.
8.639° S, 119.663° E
Hidden off the southeastern coast of Padar Island, Three Sisters — also known as Batu Tiga — is a legendary dive site named for its three dramatic submerged pinnacles. Rising from the ocean floor like sentinels, each “sister” is encrusted with life, offering a mix of stunning topography, challenging conditions, and rich biodiversity.
This is an advanced dive known for unpredictable currents and surge, but the rewards are enormous. Each pinnacle is teeming with coral, sponges, and an astonishing range of marine life. Swim-throughs, overhangs, and coral gardens provide shelter for macro critters and hunting grounds for pelagics alike. If you’re looking for one of Komodo’s most exciting and underrated sites — this is it.
Explore Three Sisters with Azul Komodo’s expert dive guides or as part of your liveaboard adventure on Blue Lotus. This site is included in select southern itineraries.
Fast Facts
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Dive Type: Pinnacle / Deep / Current-prone
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Experience Level: Advanced
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Depth Range: 12–35m
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Best Time to Dive: April–October
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Key Features: Submerged pinnacles, vibrant reef walls, pelagic encounters
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Marine Life Highlights: Giant trevally, sweetlips, octopus, schooling batfish, nudibranchs, scorpionfish
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Tips for Divers
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Currents can wrap unpredictably around the pinnacles — stay close to your guide.
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Gloves are useful for navigating surge-prone swim-throughs (but don’t touch coral).
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Ideal for nitrox-certified divers seeking longer bottom time.
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Plan for negative entry and quick descents depending on conditions.
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About Lotus Liveaboards
Lotus Liveaboards offers immersive, small-group dive expeditions in the heart of Komodo National Park, operating out of Labuan Bajo, Flores, Indonesia. As the liveaboard division of Azul Komodo — the first PADI 5-Star Instructor Development Center (IDC) in Komodo and a certified Green Fins member — we specialize in high-quality, eco-conscious diving experiences aboard our handcrafted wooden vessels.
From our flagship Blue Lotus Phinisi to the beloved day boat Biru Asmara, our fleet blends traditional Indonesian craftsmanship with modern dive functionality and comfort. Every journey is guided by experienced crew and PADI professionals who are passionate about marine life, conservation, and creating unforgettable underwater adventures.
Whether you’re here to complete your next certification, encounter Komodo’s famous manta rays, or simply relax between dives with fresh, chef-prepared meals, Lotus Liveaboards delivers personalized service and five-star experiences — both above and below the surface.
