Loh Namu - Komodo

Loh Namu, on the west coast of Komodo, isn't always on the top of everyone's list, but it’s a site we always try to make time for. We love it because it often delivers something unexpected. Imagine a gentle slope starting around five metres, covered in soft corals and sponges that really pop with colour, especially in the afternoon sun. As you drift down to about 18 metres, the reef transitions to sand patches, and that's where the real fun begins. We've found compressed tobies doing their awkward little dances, and those bright yellow-fin flasher-wrasses putting on a show if you’re patient. Look closely in the rubble for the eyelash harptail-blenny. They’re tiny, but their expressions are priceless. You'll likely spot brownbanded bamboo sharks tucked under ledges, just snoozing away. It's a relaxed dive, usually with mild currents, which makes it perfect for longer bottom times and really searching out the smaller stuff. We’d suggest keeping an eye on the thermoclines though, as they can sometimes bring cooler water through. This is a site for the macro lover and the patient observer; you won't find roaring currents or massive pelagics, but rather a quiet, rewarding dive full of delightful little finds.

Location
Komodo, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
-8.641888, 119.486880

Marine Protected Area: Komodo

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 Loh Namu

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 Loh Namu

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