blue fish - Komodo

Duiker Island, or as everyone calls it, Seal Island, is exactly what it sounds like – a chaotic, joyful tumble with hundreds of Cape fur seals. Forget quiet observation; this is an immersion. The water here feels electric, buzzing with the seals darting past, sometimes nudging your fins, their whiskers brushing your mask. We love how interactive it is, a proper sensory overload with the sound of their barks carrying even underwater, muffled but still there. The max depth is only 9 metres, so it’s a brilliant spot for newer divers, but honestly, even the most jaded among us get a kick out of it. The granite boulders are coated in thick kelp, and while the visibility averages around 6 metres, that just adds to the wild, slightly disorienting feel as seals appear and disappear from the gloom. Look out for pyjama sharks cruising the edges of the kelp, and the occasional shy cowfish peeking out from behind a rock. We’d suggest going on a calm day; even a slight swell can make for a bumpy ride in, but it’s always worth the jostle for the sheer joy of diving with these guys. Duiker is a truly unique experience, a playful chaos that stays with you long after you’ve toweled off.

Location
Komodo, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
-6.108700, 120.400700
Type
reef
Maximum Depth
10-25m

Marine Protected Area: KAWASAN KONSERVASI PERAIRAN DAERAH PULO PASI GUSUNG KABUPATEN SELAYAR

Best Time to Dive in Komodo

The warmest water temperatures in Komodo occur in November, averaging 30.3°C. The coolest conditions are in August at 27.9°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 29.2°C
  • February: 28.9°C
  • March: 29.4°C
  • April: 29.7°C
  • May: 29.4°C
  • June: 28.9°C
  • July: 28.1°C
  • August: 27.9°C
  • September: 28.2°C
  • October: 29.2°C
  • November: 30.3°C
  • December: 30.2°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Komodo

Nearest Dive Centres to blue fish

Marine Life in Komodo

Home to 220 recorded species including 95 reef fish, 92 hard corals, 13 seagrass & algae, 5 sharks & rays, 4 sea cucumbers, 3 clams & mussels.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for blue fish

Based on average water temperature of 29.1°C, currents 5 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum depth for diving at Bluefish Cove in Point Lobos?
The data provided is for the dive site blue fish in Komodo, Indonesia, not Bluefish Cove in Point Lobos. At the blue fish dive site, the maximum depth for diving is 18 meters. We do not have specific information regarding the maximum depth for Bluefish Cove in Point Lobos.
What kind of marine life and underwater features can divers expect to see at Bluefish Cove?
Our data describes the blue fish dive site in Komodo, Indonesia, not Bluefish Cove. Divers at blue fish can explore a combination of slope and flat white sandy bottom with patch coral, hard corals, and soft corals. Marine life includes yellow tail fusilier, blue spotted stingray, rainbow runner, parrotfish, groupers, snappers, and moray eels, which you can learn more about in DivePlnr's wildlife database. We do not have details on marine life or features for Bluefish Cove in Point Lobos.
How challenging is the Bluefish Cove dive site, and what skill level is recommended?
The information available pertains to the blue fish dive site in Komodo, Indonesia, not Bluefish Cove. The blue fish dive site is rated as intermediate in difficulty. This suggests it is suitable for divers with some experience beyond entry-level certification. We lack specific difficulty ratings for Bluefish Cove in Point Lobos.
What are the best conditions or times of year to dive Bluefish Cove for optimal visibility and calm seas?
Our data is for the blue fish dive site in Komodo, Indonesia, not Bluefish Cove. At blue fish, divers can expect an average visibility of 8 meters and mild currents. Specific information regarding the best times of year for optimal visibility or calm seas at this site, or for Bluefish Cove in Point Lobos, is not provided in our current data, but you can explore general when to dive guides.
What dive certifications are required to dive at Bluefish Cove in Point Lobos State Reserve?
The provided data describes the blue fish dive site in Komodo, Indonesia, not Bluefish Cove. For the blue fish site, an intermediate skill level is recommended due to its difficulty rating. While specific certification requirements are not detailed, divers should possess the skills appropriate for intermediate conditions. We do not have information on certification requirements for Bluefish Cove in Point Lobos State Reserve.
What are the typical current and surge conditions divers might encounter at Bluefish Cove?
Our data pertains to the blue fish dive site in Komodo, Indonesia, not Bluefish Cove. At the blue fish dive site, divers can typically expect mild currents. Information regarding surge conditions at this site, or any current and surge details for Bluefish Cove in Point Lobos, is not available in our current dataset.