Mawan Komodo - Komodo

Pilena Reef is a solid dive, about a fifteen-minute boat ride east of Papatura, and we’ve always found it a reliable spot. The reef starts shallow, around four metres, then drops to a maximum of 22 metres. It’s mostly a wall, covered in these big, golden coral structures that really pop. We’ve spotted plenty of nudibranchs along the wall, and there’s a good number of reef fish darting in and out of the corals, especially in the shallower sections. While it can get a bit lumpy if the wind picks up, the site itself usually feels pretty protected below the surface, and currents are generally light. Visibility averages around 15 metres, which is decent for a relaxed explore.

Location
Komodo, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
-8.555500, 119.632200
Type
reef

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 Mawan Komodo

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 Mawan Komodo

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