Komodo Diving, Liveaboard & PADI 5★ Dive Resort
Explore Komodo with one experienced local team: daily dive trips, the boutique Shenron liveaboard, PADI courses from beginner to instructor, and resort accommodation with an on-site pool and restaurant in central Labuan Bajo.
PADI Platinum Award · Resident Course Director · Small dive groups
Choose Your Komodo Experience
Start with what you want to do. Each page gives the current schedule, requirements, inclusions and booking options.
Daily Dive Trips
Three-dive daily boat trips with small groups.
Shenron Liveaboard
Boutique expeditions with private ensuite cabins.
Dive Resort
Private rooms, dorms, pool & dining on site.
PADI Courses
From Open Water to Rescue in our training pool.
Divemaster & IDC
Pro career training with resident Course Director.
Why Divers Choose Dragon Dive Komodo
Komodo Diving From One Base in Labuan Bajo
Quick answer
Dragon Dive Komodo is an all-in-one PADI 5★ IDC Dive Resort in Labuan Bajo offering daily dive excursions, the boutique Shenron liveaboard, complete PADI certifications, and on-site hotel accommodation with pool and restaurant.
- Certified Divers: 3-dive daily trips & multi-day liveaboard safaris (Nitrox available).
- Beginners: Discover Scuba & PADI Open Water with training in our on-site pool.
- Pros: Divemaster & Instructor Development (IDC) with resident Course Director.
Daily departuresDaily Diving in Komodo National Park
Join a full diving day from Labuan Bajo. The operations team plans the route around tides, weather, marine conditions and the experience of the divers onboard.
- Usually three dives during a full Komodo day
- Maximum 4 divers per guide (5 absolute maximum), with reduced-ratio options for newer divers
- Premium wing BCD, dive computer and SMB available with the dive setup
- Nitrox EAN32 available; current package inclusions are shown when booking
- Komodo National Park fees included in published daily-diving prices
Boutique liveaboardShenron: Boutique Komodo Liveaboard
Shenron is designed for divers who want more time inside the National Park, flexible multi-day itineraries and a smaller onboard group.
- Standard capacity of 8 guests in 4 private ensuite cabins
- Selected departures can welcome up to 10 guests using the dorm berths
- Nitrox included for certified divers
- Typically 3–4 dives per day when the itinerary and conditions allow
- Komodo National Park fees not included — paid on arrival in Labuan Bajo
Central Labuan BajoStay at Our Dive Resort in Labuan Bajo
Sleep, train, dive and eat in one place. Dragon Dive Komodo has 19 private rooms, three 6-bed dorms, an on-site pool, Le Resto and the dive center within the same resort.
- Private rooms and dorm beds for different budgets
- Air conditioning, hot showers and Wi-Fi
- On-site pool for diver training and preparation
- Restaurant, dive center and equipment logistics in one location
- Easy access to the harbour and central Labuan Bajo
PADI Courses From Beginner to Instructor
Choose the next realistic step for your experience and goals. Recreational classes run in small groups, with course dives matched to conditions and student progress.
Learn to Dive
Start with a supervised Discover Scuba Diving experience or complete the PADI Open Water certification.
- On-site confined-water training
- Small recreational course groups
- Two Open Water formats plus OW+AOW Combo
Build Your Skills
Continue with Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, Emergency First Response or a focused specialty.
- Depth and navigation experience
- Rescue and emergency-response skills
- Deep, Nitrox, Drift, Photo and buoyancy specialties
Become a Dive Professional
Progress from the first professional level to instructor development when you meet the PADI prerequisites.
- Divemaster programs by entry level
- Instructor Development Course
- Resident Course Director and IDC Staff support
New · PADI TecGo further: PADI Tec Diving in Komodo
Technical diving is now taught at the resort by our resident Course Director, a PADI Tec Instructor Trainer. Scheduled on request, in small groups.
- Tec Sidemount Diver: two sidemount cylinders, then stage cylinders
- Tec 40: first planned decompression dives to 40 metres
- Tec 45: decompression to 45 metres with up to 100% oxygen
- Tec 40 Instructor and Tec Sidemount Instructor for PADI professionals
Where and When We Dive in Komodo
Komodo can be dived year-round, but routes change with seasons, sea conditions and experience requirements.
North Komodo
Often best March–NovemberWarmer water, excellent visibility and current-exposed pinnacles when conditions allow.
- Castle Rock
- Crystal Rock
- Cauldron / Shotgun
- Golden Passage
Central Komodo
Dived through much of the yearA diverse region with manta areas, reefs, macro sites and routes suitable for different experience levels.
- Batu Bolong
- Mawan and Manta Point
- Siaba Besar
- Tatawa and Pengah
South Komodo & Padar
Often best November–MarchCooler, nutrient-rich water with soft corals, mantas and distinctive southern marine life.
- Manta Alley
- Cannibal Rock
- Yellow Wall
- Pillarsteen
No itinerary can guarantee a specific site or animal encounter. The captain and dive team make the final route decision using current weather, tides, safety considerations and guest experience. Explore Komodo dive sites →
Safety, Insurance and Responsible Diving
Komodo rewards conservative planning, good buoyancy, clear team procedures and respect for the marine environment.
Experience-matched diving
Sites, groups and dive plans are selected according to certification, recent experience, comfort, tides and conditions.
Read our safety approach →Clear diving standards
SMBs are required, decompression diving is not part of recreational trips, and certification depth limits apply.
Review policies and inclusions →Green Fins practices
No reef contact, gloves or hooks; careful buoyancy, responsible wildlife interactions and waste reduction onboard.
Explore Green Fins Indonesia →
Dive Accident Insurance
Dive accident insurance is strongly recommended for diving in Komodo. Professional training candidates must provide appropriate insurance that meets the requirements of their program.
Explore DAN coverage →A Resident Professional Training Team
Dragon Dive Komodo combines local operational experience with in-house recreational and professional PADI training.
PADI Platinum Award 2026
Professional Development Excellence
Verify on PADI.com →
William Baillet
Founder and resident PADI Course Director, leading instructor development and professional mentoring.
James Bebbington
PADI Master Instructor supporting candidates and the wider training team.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dragon Dive Komodo
What diving experiences does Dragon Dive Komodo offer?
Dragon Dive Komodo offers daily dive trips, multi-day trips aboard Shenron liveaboard, Discover Scuba Diving, recreational PADI courses, specialties, Divemaster and Instructor Development Course programs. The resort also has private rooms, dorm accommodation, an on-site pool and a restaurant in central Labuan Bajo.
Are Komodo National Park fees included?
Komodo National Park fees are included in Dragon Dive Komodo's published daily-diving and recreational course prices. On Shenron liveaboard cruises, park fees are not included and are paid on arrival in Labuan Bajo. Custom charters and professional programs follow the inclusion list shown in their quote or program page.
Can beginner divers visit Komodo?
Yes. Komodo has challenging current-exposed sites and more protected areas suitable for training and less-experienced divers. The team selects sites and groups according to certification, recent experience, comfort, tides and conditions; no particular site is guaranteed.
How many guests are on Shenron liveaboard?
Shenron normally accommodates 8 guests in 4 private ensuite cabins. Selected departures can accommodate up to 10 guests by using the additional dorm berths while keeping the same small-group diving operation.
Is Nitrox available for diving in Komodo?
Yes. Nitrox EAN32 is included for certified divers on Shenron liveaboard. For daily diving, current Nitrox availability and package inclusions are displayed in the booking offer. Dragon Dive Komodo also offers the PADI Enriched Air Nitrox specialty.
What is the best season for diving in Komodo?
Komodo can be dived year-round, but routes change seasonally. North and Central Komodo are often favoured from March to November, while South Komodo and Padar are often more accessible from November to March. Actual itineraries depend on current weather, tides and sea conditions.
Is Dragon Dive Komodo a PADI 5-Star IDC Dive Resort?
Yes. Dragon Dive Komodo is a PADI 5-Star IDC Dive Resort in Labuan Bajo with a resident PADI Course Director. It received the PADI Platinum Professional Development Excellence Award in 2026.
How do I get to Dragon Dive Komodo?
Fly to Komodo Airport in Labuan Bajo, airport code LBJ, through an available Indonesian hub such as Bali or Jakarta. Flight routes change, so check the current airline schedule. Dragon Dive Komodo is in central Labuan Bajo, approximately 10 minutes from the airport depending on traffic.
Do I need dive accident insurance?
Dive accident insurance is strongly recommended for every diver visiting Komodo. Professional training candidates must provide appropriate insurance that meets their program requirements. Confirm depth limits, evacuation, decompression illness and local treatment coverage directly with the insurer.
Plan Your Komodo Diving Trip
Tell us your dates, certification level, number of logged dives and preferred experience. The team will recommend the most suitable daily-diving, liveaboard, course and accommodation options.
