Komodo National Park Dive Sites
Pengah Kecil Central Komodo
8º 41’ 35.8" S, 119º 34’ 13.3" E
Pengah Kecil is a small rocky island offering a diverse underwater landscape with walls, sloping reefs, and plateaus. Located within the Coral Triangle, this site is known for its rich biodiversity, featuring both macro life and larger pelagic species.
Dive Type:
Wall dive
Reef dive
Drift dive (when currents are suitable)
Marine Life Highlights:
Corals & Invertebrates: Hard and soft corals, sea fans.
Macro Life: Nudibranchs, shrimps, frogfish, pygmy seahorses.
Larger Species: White-tip reef sharks, eagle rays, jackfish, bumphead parrotfish.
Other Notable Sightings: Turtles, moray eels, giant trevallies, octopus.
Key Features:
• Stunning rock formations, swim-throughs, and caves.
• Soft coral gardens and sea fans covering the walls.
• Cooler waters with nutrient-rich upwellings attracting diverse marine life.
Best Time to Dive:
March to November, with the best visibility and conditions in October and November when currents are more manageable.