Komodo National Park Dive Sites

Sebayur Kecil Central Komodo | The perfect warm-up — calm waters, coral gardens, and subtle surprises.

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Overview

Sebayur Kecil is a gently sloping reef off the southern side of Sebayur Island, just a short ride from Labuan Bajo. Protected from heavy current and wave action, it’s an ideal site for check dives, training sessions, and relaxed exploration — but don’t let its accessibility fool you. This site is also packed with healthy coral, schooling fish, and macro life, making it a favorite for repeat visitors.

Its proximity to shore and dependable conditions make Sebayur Kecil the go-to first dive for many liveaboards, including Blue Lotus. It’s where you tune your gear, refine your buoyancy — and start falling in love with Komodo.

Sebayur Kecil is often the first stop on our itineraries — calm, colorful, and always a crowd-pleaser. Join Azul Komodo and ease into your Komodo diving adventure the right way.

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Fast Facts

Dive Type: Reef Slope / Coral Garden
Experience Level: Beginner – Intermediate
Depth Range: 3–20m
Best Time to Dive: Year-round
Key Features: Sloping reef, protected bay, high coral coverage
Marine Life Highlights: Damselfish, moray eels, nudibranchs, anthias, lionfish, turtles

Tips for Divers

A perfect site to tune gear, practice buoyancy, and get comfortable before diving in stronger currents.
Great for macro photography — especially early in the trip when your air lasts longest.
Ideal for afternoon or sunset dives thanks to calm surface conditions and low boat traffic.
Excellent visibility most of the year due to its protected location.

Marine Life

Sebayur Kecil offers a colorful snapshot of Komodo’s biodiversity. The slope is alive with hard and soft corals, home to clouds of anthias, butterflyfish, and wrasse. Look closely and you’ll find nudibranchs, lionfish, and moray eels tucked between coral heads.

Occasional turtles graze the shallows, and sandy patches near the bottom may reveal blue-spotted stingrays or shrimp-goby pairs. While it’s not a site for big pelagics, it’s a fantastic place to slow down and take in the reef’s intricate beauty.

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.