Indonesia

Komodo

World class diving surrounding the land of the Komodo dragon

The Komodo Archipelago is bone-dry and desolate. Life underwater is in stark contrast to life above. The biodiversity is absolutely immense.

Alor

Plankton-rich water creates a underwater paradise.

The Alor Archipelago is very difficult to reach. Therefore, tourism on this inhospitable piece of land is still pretty under developed. Diving occurs primarily from live aboards.

Maratua

Idyllic, pristine and out-of-the-way island

Maratua is an out of the way island off the coast of Borneo. You have to make a little effort to get here, but the moment you set foot on the island you feel as though you are in paradise.

Bali

The most touristy island of Indonesia

The island of Bali is very touristy and many reefs near the coast are ruined. The dive spots which lie further out to sea will enchant even the most spoilt diver.

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Pulau Sipadan

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A treasure trove of coral types

Pulau Sipadan is a protected bird sanctuary and diving around the island is restricted. The water accommodates an extraordinarily large diversity of coral types.

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About Pulau Sipadan

Pulau Sipadan rises as a column from the seabed. Only the apex sticks out above the water. It is a privilege to visit the island. Figuratively: because this idyllic island is well worth the effort – to make an understatement. Yet also, literally, because the number of visitors is restricted. Anyway you can’t stay on the island. In order to protect the nature all dive schools and accommodations had to leave the island in 2004. The island is now a bird sanctuary managed by the Sabah Wildlife Department. It is easiest to reach Pulau Sipadan from Pulau Mabul, Pulau Kapalai or Semporna.

Diving Pulau Sipadan

Only 100 divers and snorkellers per day are allowed to enter the waters around Pulau Sipadan. If you are one of the lucky ones, you will get the chance to enjoy an amazing palette of corals. Where the diversity of corals is concerned, there are few destinations to rival Sipadan. In addition the island is known for its many sea turtles and white tip reef sharks.

 

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