Indonesia · Central Komodo
Mawan
Also known as: Mauan
Best time to dive
January to December
What you might see
- Eagle rayLikely
- Grey reef sharkLikely
- Manta rayLikely
- NudibranchLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - Yes - calmer secondary manta site, snorkel-viable near surface
Safety notes
Currents intensify at new/full moon; otherwise low-hazard, relaxed dive
Permits & fees
Standard Komodo NP entrance + diving fee (same structure as other central sites)
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Labuan Bajo
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.

