Komodo National Park Dive Sites
Siaba Kecil Central Komodo | A thrilling drift with big fish, narrow channels, and plenty of surprises.
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Siaba Kecil is a small island just west of Siaba Besar, offering a completely different dive experience. While its larger neighbor is known for calm conditions and macro life, Siaba Kecil is all about the current. This site features a high-speed drift through a narrow channel lined with hard coral and bommies, making it one of the most exciting intermediate-level dives in central Komodo.
Depending on tide and timing, this dive can range from a gentle glide to a full-on underwater rollercoaster — always full of life, color, and motion. The site wraps around to a sheltered bay where the dive often ends, offering a calm, scenic finale to the ride.
Fast Facts
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Dive Type: Drift / Channel / Slope
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Experience Level: Intermediate – Advanced
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Depth Range: 8–25m
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Best Time to Dive: March–October (northern season)
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Key Features: Narrow channel, bommies, reef slope, current
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Marine Life Highlights: Turtles, sweetlips, reef sharks, giant trevally, snappers, anthias
Tips for Divers
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Time your entry for slack or beginning of incoming tide for the best experience.
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Stick close to the reef to avoid being pushed too deep or into the blue.
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Ideal for Nitrox dives — you’ll spend most of the dive between 12–20m.
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Excellent GoPro site — fast drift, good visibility, and plenty of action.
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.
