Indonesia · Central Komodo

Siaba Besar

Also known as: Turtle City

Best time to dive

January to December

What you might see

  • FrogfishLikely
  • Sea turtleReliably seen

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Open Water

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes - excellent for snorkelers, shallow enough for panoramic reef/turtle views

Safety notes

Site can get crowded with other dive/snorkel boats; otherwise low-hazard, shallow, calm

Permits & fees

Standard Komodo NP entrance + diving surcharge (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.