White Angels - Komodo

White Angels, just off the northwest point of Gili Banta, can be a great way to kick off a Komodo dive day. We usually aim to get in early, that's when the pelagics really come out to feed in the swift currents. You start in a calm, shallow bay, then it drops pretty quickly to 35m and deeper. There's a bit of a swim against the current to get around the corner, but then you're just cruising, carried along by the flow. Keep an eye out for queen mackerel and yellowtail fusiliers zipping past. It’s a classic Komodo drift, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of pace and don't mind a current.

Location
Komodo, Indonesia, Southeast Asia
Coordinates
-8.533300, 119.575000

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 White Angels

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 White Angels

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 are the typical diving depths at the White Angels dive site in the White Sea?
The information provided is for the White Angels dive site in Komodo, Indonesia, not the White Sea. At White Angels, the reef quickly drops to 35 meters and then beyond, offering opportunities for deeper exploration. Divers can expect a steep reef and wall profile.
What kind of marine life and underwater features can divers expect to see when diving for 'White Angels' in the White Sea?
For the White Angels dive site in Komodo, Indonesia, divers can expect to explore a steep reef and wall. This site is known for its pelagic fish, including queen mackerel, which are often out to feed. You can learn more about various species in our wildlife database.
How challenging is diving at the White Angels dive site, especially considering the cold water conditions?
The White Angels dive site in Komodo, Indonesia, is rated as an intermediate difficulty dive. Divers will encounter swift currents, requiring them to swim against the current for a short distance initially. However, once past the corner of the bay, divers can enjoy a drift dive assisted by these currents. The provided data does not mention cold water conditions.
What is the best time of year to dive at the White Angels dive site for optimal conditions and marine life sightings?
Regarding the White Angels dive site in Komodo, Indonesia, the best time for pelagic fish sightings is early morning when they are actively feeding. The provided data does not specify a best time of year for diving at this site. For general guidance on seasonal conditions, please visit our when to dive section.
What diving certifications are required or highly recommended for diving at the White Angels dive site in the White Sea?
For the White Angels dive site in Komodo, Indonesia, which is rated as intermediate difficulty, divers should possess certifications that prepare them for such conditions. Given the swift currents and the need to swim against them, experience with drift diving and current management is highly recommended. While specific certifications aren't listed, divers should be comfortable with challenging environments.
What are the typical currents and water conditions like at the White Angels dive site in the White Sea?
At the White Angels dive site in Komodo, Indonesia, divers can expect swift currents. Initially, you'll need to swim against a current over a short distance to reach the corner of the bay. After rounding the corner, the dive becomes a plain sailing drift, as you are assisted by the currents along the reef and wall.