Indonesia · North Komodo
Gili Lawa Darat
Also known as: Darat Passage North/South
Best time to dive
April to November
What you might see
- Manta rayPossible
- Whale sharkPossible
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
Snorkel-friendly - Yes, shallow reef areas are suitable for snorkeling
Safety notes
Current in the channel/passage sections between Gili Lawa Darat and Gili Lawa Laut
Permits & fees
Komodo National Park entrance ticket + dive tag required
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.