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Mawan

Mawan is, hands down, one of our favourite Komodo sites for just... drifting. We're talking gentle, glorious drifts over slopes blanketed in healthy coral. You’ll be spotting more species of hard coral here than you’d think possible, from intricate branching and brain corals to huge bowl and cactus varieties. It’s an absolute dream for macro enthusiasts, too. Keep an eye out for those tiny Shimada's Pygmygobies and the vibrant Peacock-tail Anemone Shrimp doing their thing amongst the coral polyps. The real draw, though, often comes a bit later in the dive: the manta rays. We've had some incredible encounters here, watching them glide through the clear water, often feeding. They’re usually curious, sometimes passing close enough that you can almost feel the displacement of water. We’d suggest going early in the morning for the best chance to catch them before any boat traffic picks up. It’s generally a pretty relaxed dive, perfect for photographers or anyone who just wants to soak in the sheer beauty of Komodo without fighting a strong current.