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Komodo Liveaboard & PADI 5★ Dive Resort in Labuan Bajo | Dragon Dive Komodo
🏝️ Komodo National Park • Indonesia

Komodo Liveaboard & PADI 5★ Dive Resort in Labuan Bajo

Explore the legendary Komodo National Park diving with our premium Shenron Liveaboard (max 8 guests, 4 ensuite cabins) and PADI 5-Star IDC dive resort in Labuan Bajo. Enjoy 19 hotel-style rooms with soundproof glass, AC, hot showers and hotel-grade mattresses, small dive groups, Nitrox included on liveaboard and available on day trips.

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PADI 5★ IDC

Premium Dive Resort & Training Center

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Safety-First in Komodo

0 serious dive accidents to date

Hundreds of 5★ Reviews

Trusted by divers worldwide

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Small Groups

Max 4–5 divers per guide

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Nitrox

Included (liveaboard) / Available (day trips)

🚢 Quick Answers — Shenron Liveaboard

  • Concept: "Micro-Liveaboard" — Max 8 guests for VIP service (No crowds).
  • Comfort: 4 Renovated Private Cabins with Ensuite Bathrooms & AC.
  • Tech: Nitrox Included for safety & long dives. Station for photographers.
  • Vibe: Exclusive, quiet, and focused on serious diving (not a party boat).
  • Safety: Strict protocols, GPS tracking, and experienced senior guides.
  • Book: WhatsApp +62-811-3823-490 directly.

🏨 Quick Answers — The Resort

  • Status: Premium Dive Resort (Renovated 2020-2024). Not a hostel.
  • Rooms: 19 hotel-style rooms (Deluxe Pool/Garden & Mini) with soundproof glass, AC, hot shower, Wi-Fi, blackout curtains and hotel-grade mattresses
  • From 2026: Two boutique luxe bunk-bed dorms plus a dedicated 6-bed training dorm for Divemaster & IDC candidates
  • Facilities: Training Pool, AC everywhere, Restaurant, Dive Club atmosphere.
  • Training: The "Oxford of Diving" in Komodo. From Open Water to IDC Instructor.
  • Location: Central Labuan Bajo (Oasis in the city centre).

Shenron Komodo Liveaboard — Intimate & Exclusive

Experience the best Komodo liveaboard diving aboard our boutique vessel Shenron. With just 8 guests in 4 private ensuite cabins, you get a premium, small-group experience rather than a backpacker dorm boat. Enjoy personalized service and access to Komodo's legendary dive sites.

  • Small groups, big experiences

    Max 8 divers ensures flexibility and intimate wildlife encounters

  • Flexible itineraries

    3D/2N, 4D/3N, 6D/5N, or 8D/7N trips adapted to conditions

  • Premium dive sites

    Manta Alley, Castle Rock, Crystal Rock, Batu Bolong, and hidden gems

  • All-inclusive comfort

    Private cabin, AC, hot showers, Nitrox, professional crew

📍 Note: Komodo National Park fees are paid on arrival and are not included in trip prices.
Shenron Liveaboard exterior

Private Cabins with Ensuite

Double or twin beds, AC, hot shower, storage for cameras. Wake up at the dive site!

Shenron Liveaboard ensuite cabin interior

Dragon Dive Resort — Your PADI 5★ Base in Labuan Bajo

Stay at our premium dive resort in Komodo with pool, on-site PADI 5★ IDC dive center and easy access to daily diving. Dragon Dive Komodo has not been a hostel since 2020: today we offer 19 hotel-style rooms with soundproof glass, AC, hot showers and hotel-grade mattresses, perfect for combining diving Komodo with real rest between dives.

Deluxe Pool Side room at Dragon Dive Komodo Resort

Double Deluxe Rooms

We have 9 private double rooms—some overlooking the swimming pool—located on the ground and first floors. Spacious, well-appointed and designed for quiet, premium comfort after a full day of diving.

  • Queen 160 cm or two 80 cm twin beds
  • Soundproof glass + blackout curtains
  • Air conditioning & safety box
  • Private bathroom with hot shower
  • Hotel-grade mattress (Marriott-style comfort)
  • Kettle with tea/coffee
  • Patio/balcony overlooking the pool
  • Eco-friendly bathroom amenities
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Deluxe Room with pool or garden view

Deluxe Room

3 rooms with pool view and 3 on the garden side. Comfortable layout with direct access to resort facilities, ideal for divers seeking quiet sleep, soundproofing and convenience in central Labuan Bajo.

  • Queen 160 cm bed
  • Soundproof glass + blackout curtains
  • Air conditioning & safety box
  • Private bathroom with hot shower
  • Hotel-grade mattress
  • Kettle with tea/coffee
  • Patio overlooking pool or garden
  • Eco-friendly amenities
Best Value
Mini Room for solo travellers at Dragon Dive Komodo

Mini Room

4 compact private rooms located on the top floor of our second building. A smart, budget-friendly option with the same AC, hot shower and hotel-grade mattress, surrounded by tropical greenery.

  • Queen 160 cm bed
  • Air conditioning & safety box
  • Private bathroom with hot shower
  • Hotel-grade mattress
  • Eco-friendly amenities
  • Patio/balcony
Solo Traveller / Budget Friendly
PADI Open Water course in Komodo pool training

Learn & Advance Your Diving

Start or level up your skills at our PADI 5★ IDC dive center in Komodo, based in Labuan Bajo. We teach in small groups with pool & ocean training and PADI eLearning for a smooth, flexible schedule. From Open Water to Divemaster and Instructor (IDC), train right inside Komodo National Park—one of the world’s most inspiring classrooms.

PADI Courses at Our 5★ IDC Dive Center

Learn to dive or advance your skills at our PADI dive center in Komodo. Professional instruction in multiple languages, flexible scheduling, and the world's best classroom!

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    Small class sizes

    Maximum 4 students for personalized attention

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    Pool & ocean training

    Practice in our pool, then dive world-class sites

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    PADI eLearning

    Complete theory online before arrival

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    Multilingual instructors

    English, French, Indonesian, German, Spanish, Chinese

Already Certified?

Dive Into Komodo’s Underwater Paradise

If you already hold a scuba certification, join us for thrilling daily fun dives in the Komodo National Park. Encounter manta rays, turtles, reef sharks, and a kaleidoscope of coral reefs—guided by our experienced team.

Why Choose Dragon Dive for Your Komodo Diving Adventure?

Small groups, Nitrox, and expert PADI pros. Stay at our dive resort or join the Shenron liveaboard to explore Komodo’s best sites year-round. See dive sites.

Premier Komodo Liveaboard Experience

When searching for the best liveaboard Komodo experience, Dragon Dive Komodo stands out for our commitment to small-group diving. Our flagship vessel Shenron accommodates just 8 guests, ensuring personalized service and flexibility to reach Komodo's best dive sites.

Unlike crowded boats, our Komodo liveaboard diving trips offer intimate encounters with manta rays, reef sharks, and the incredible biodiversity of Komodo National Park. With 3–8 day options, you can explore both the current-swept northern sites and the manta-rich southern waters.

Every liveaboard diving Komodo trip includes Nitrox for certified divers, allowing extended bottom times at sites like Castle Rock and Crystal Rock. Our experienced guides know exactly when and where to find the best conditions and marine life.

PADI 5★ Dive Resort & Training Center

As a certified PADI dive center, Dragon Dive Komodo has trained divers from beginner to pro in these legendary waters. Our dive resort Komodo location in central Labuan Bajo provides easy access to daily dive sites while offering comfortable accommodation and modern facilities.

Dragon Dive Komodo used to operate hostel-style dorms in the past. Since 2020 we have fully upgraded into a premium dive resort with 19 hotel-style rooms and a quiet, diver-focused atmosphere. From 2026, we also add two boutique luxe bunk-bed dorms for divers and a dedicated free training dorm for Divemaster & IDC candidates — a dive campus, not a party hostel.

Whether you're learning to dive Komodo for the first time or advancing to professional levels, our multilingual instructors ensure safe, enjoyable training. The diversity of diving Komodo sites means perfect conditions for every certification level, from sheltered reefs to exhilarating drift dives.

Our complete dive resort facilities include a training pool, equipment room with rinse tanks, camera facilities, and comfortable areas to relax between dives. Combined dive & stay packages offer the best value for exploring Komodo's underwater treasures.

Komodo's Legendary Dive Sites & Marine Life

Komodo National Park offers some of the planet's most spectacular diving. The convergence of the Indian and Pacific Oceans creates nutrient-rich currents supporting extraordinary biodiversity.

Northern Sites Best: Apr–Nov

  • • Castle Rock — Grey reef sharks
  • • Crystal Rock — Schooling fish
  • • The Shotgun — Current Experience
  • • Golden Passage — Amazing drifts

Central Sites Good: Year-round

  • • Siaba Besar — Turtle highway
  • • Pengah Kecil — Macro paradise
  • • Mawan & Manta Point — Year-round Manta
  • • Batu Bolong — Most iconic Pinnacle

Southern Sites Peak: Dec–Mar

  • • Manta Alley — Oceanic mantas
  • • Nusa Kode — Soft corals
  • • Cannibal Rock — Macro heaven
  • • End of the World — Dramatic scenery & Hammerhead Sharks
🛟 Safety-first in Komodo: Since we started operating in Komodo, we are proud to have 0 serious dive accidents. This comes from conservative planning, small groups, using Nitrox on multi-day trips and carefully matching dive sites to experience level.

Komodo offers diving all year, but conditions vary by season. Here's a breakdown to help you plan your adventure:

December – March

Rainy season, fewer boats. Best for South Komodo & Padar, cooler water, mantas frequent; gorgeous soft corals & macro.

April – June

Transition into peak for North & Central: calmer seas, blooming reefs, improving visibility.

July – August

Dry-season peak. Stronger currents in the North for epic drifts; excellent visibility. Mantas are more elusive at this time of year — you’ll need a bit of luck to spot them.

September – November

Warm water, fewer crowds; mantas return south. One of the best windows to explore all regions.

Planning your route around seasons and using Nitrox helps you make the most of Komodo’s currents, sites and marine life.

Frequently Asked Questions - Komodo Diving

What's included in Dragon Dive Komodo liveaboard trips?

Our Komodo liveaboard packages include: private cabin accommodation, all meals onboard, 3–4 dives daily with experienced guides, tanks, weights, and Nitrox for certified divers. Komodo National Park entrance fees are paid separately upon arrival.

How many people are on your liveaboard?

We maintain a maximum of 8 guests to ensure personalized service, safety, and flexibility. Ideal for photographers and for visiting less crowded dive sites.

Is Nitrox available for diving in Komodo?

Yes! We provide Nitrox (EAN32) at no extra charge for certified divers on liveaboard, and it’s available on day trips. Nitrox certification courses are also offered at our PADI dive center.

What's the best season for Komodo diving?

Komodo diving is excellent year-round, but conditions vary: April–November often gives calmer seas and great visibility in the north. December–March brings cooler, plankton-rich waters to the south, with frequent manta encounters. We adjust itineraries to conditions.

How do I get to Dragon Dive Komodo?

Fly to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) via Bali, Jakarta, Surabaya or Kuala Lumpur & Singapore. We’re located in central Labuan Bajo, ~10 minutes from the airport. Airport transfers can be arranged; we recommend arriving a day before departure.

Can beginners dive in Komodo?

Absolutely. Komodo has some very challenging sites, but there are also many beginner-friendly locations. We have a strong safety culture with 0 serious dive accidents to date. Our PADI 5★ IDC dive center offers Open Water courses and we always match dive sites to your experience level, using sheltered reefs for training and building up gradually before any current-exposed dives.

Ready to Dive Komodo?

Join Dragon Dive Komodo for unforgettable liveaboard diving or PADI courses in one of the world's top dive destinations

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