Kelor Island
Also known as: Pulau Kelor
Best time to dive
April to November
What you might see
- NudibranchLikely
- Pygmy seahorseLikely
- Sea turtleLikely
- SeahorseLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Open Water
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - Excellent; clear shallow water off the beach with colorful reef fish and coral, popular non-diver stop
Safety notes
Minimal for a Komodo site; general boat-traffic/mooring caution near the popular beach
Permits & fees
Komodo National Park (TNK) entrance ticket required: ~IDR 250,000 park entry + IDR 100,000 conservation fee + IDR 25,000 harbour fee per person/day, plus an additional ~IDR 25,000 diving surcharge per diver/day (2026 rates); usually bundled into operator packages or booked via the SIORA online platform
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.