Manta Point (Makassar Reef): Drifting with Giants in Komodo
Last Updated: March 10, 2024 📍 Central Komodo 🌊 Drift Dive 🦈 Manta Rays Manta Point (Makassar Reef) — Komodo National Park Manta Point, also known as Makassar Reef, is one of the most famous sites in Komodo. This long drift dive over a rubble bottom is not about the coral—it’s about […]
Crystal Rock Dive Site: The Pristine Jewel of North Komodo
Crystal Rock Dive Site: North Komodo Guide | Dragon Dive Last Updated: March 10, 2024 📍 North Komodo 💎 30m+ Visibility 🦈 Shark Nursery Crystal Rock Dive Site — Komodo National Park Named for its stunning water clarity, Crystal Rock is one of Komodo’s most photogenic pinnacles. Located near Gili Lawa Laut, it offers a […]
The Blue-Ringed Octopus: 10 Facts About the World’s Deadliest Octopus
Home Marine Life Blue-Ringed Octopus ☠️ Marine Life Guide The Blue-Ringed Octopus Beautiful, shy, and one of the most venomous animals in the ocean. Here is everything divers need to know about Komodo’s tiny electric-blue jewel. Where to Find Them Safety & First Aid Best Dive sites in Komodo TL;DR for Divers Short on time? […]
Central Komodo Diving Guide – Manta Rays & Colourful Reefs
Central Komodo: Manta Rays & Technicolor Reefs 🐠 The beating heart of Komodo National Park. Where calm bays meet gentle drifts and giants glide overhead. View Top Dive Sites 🗺️ Central Komodo at a Glance The Vibe Colorful coral gardens, cleaning stations, and relaxed drift dives. Difficulty Beginner to Advanced. The most accessible area of […]
How to Choose Your Komodo Dive Center in 2026
How to Choose the Best Dive Center in Komodo (2026 Guide) | Dragon Dive Home Blog Choosing a Dive Center 🤿 Essential Guide How to Choose Your Dive Center in Komodo With 50+ operators in Labuan Bajo, how do you spot the pros from the cowboys? Don’t gamble with safety in currents. Here is the […]
Drift Diving in Komodo — Ride the Currents, Stay Safe & Spot the Giants
Updated: 2026 Guide Drift Diving in Komodo: Ride the Currents 🌊 ⚡ High Adrenaline 🦈 Big Pelagics ⚙️ Advanced Diving Komodo is famous for its powerful currents. For the prepared diver, it’s like flying underwater. Here is everything you need to know to safely enjoy the ride and spot the giants. Why […]
10 Things You Should Never Do After Scuba Diving | Dragon Dive Komodo
Updated: May 2025 10 Things to Avoid After Scuba Diving 🚫 ✈️ No Flying 🏔️ Altitude Rules 🧖♀️ Massage Tips The dive isn’t over when you hit the surface. From flying to massages, your body is still off-gassing nitrogen. Here is your essential safety guide for your Komodo trip. Flying Rules Altitude (Flores) Massages & […]
Komodo vs Raja Ampat – Which Destination Is Better for Diving?
Updated: Feb 2025 Komodo vs Raja Ampat: The Ultimate Diving Showdown 🥊 🇮🇩 Indonesia Diving 💰 Cost Analysis 🦈 Marine Life Two jewels of the Coral Triangle. One is famous for dragons and high-voltage currents, the other for unrivaled biodiversity and isolation. It is the most common question we get: “If I […]
The Ultimate Guide to Indonesia’s Best Liveaboards: Dive Komodo, Alor & Raja Ampat
Best Liveaboards in Indonesia: Your Complete Guide to an Epic Diving Liveaboard Adventure | Dragon Dive Komodo Best Liveaboards in Indonesia: Your Complete Guide to an Epic Diving Liveaboard Adventure With over 17,000 islands, Indonesia lies at the heart of the Coral Triangle — offering some of the world’s richest marine biodiversity, from vibrant coral […]
Castle Rock Dive Site: Komodo’s Ultimate Shark Action
Last Updated: March 10, 2024 📍 North Komodo 🏰 Submerged Pinnacle 🦈 Shark Capital Castle Rock Dive Site — Komodo National Park Welcome to the “Fish Soup” of Komodo. Castle Rock is a submerged pinnacle that offers some of the most intense big-fish action in the park. Without a rock breaking the surface, the current […]
