Tatawa Kecil
Best time to dive
April to November
What you might see
- BarracudaLikely
- DugongPossible
- Manta rayPossible
- Moray eelLikely
- Napoleon wrassePossible
- 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 - Not recommended due to strong current and depth
Safety notes
Strong/unpredictable current including up- and down-currents, cave/swim-through navigation, unsuitable for snorkeling
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 ~IDR 25,000 diving surcharge per diver/day (2026 rates); advance booking via SiORA platform mandatory
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.