The Cauldron
Also known as: Shotgun
Best time to dive
April to November
What you might see
- FrogfishLikely
- Grey reef sharkReliably seen
- Manta rayLikely
- NudibranchLikely
- Pygmy seahorseLikely
- Sea turtleLikely
- SeahorseLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - No (fast currents and down-current/eddy hazards)
Safety notes
Down-currents requiring lateral escape technique, turbulent eddies, abrupt blue-water exit, risk of panic in accelerating current; strict negative-entry and guide-led descent required - one of the most adrenaline-heavy dives in Indonesia
Permits & fees
Same Komodo NP fee structure (entry + conservation + harbour + diving surcharge via SiORA)
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.