Scuba diving in Flores


Scuba diving in: Flores


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Scuba diving in Flores, Indonesia

Flores offers an unforgettable experience with its diverse marine life and stunning underwater landscapes.

Best Scuba Diving Spots for Experienced Divers:
  1. Komodo National Park - This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers thrilling drift diving, with opportunities to spot manta rays, reef sharks, and other large marine species.
  2. Maumere Bay - With its strong currents, Maumere Bay is ideal for experienced divers seeking a challenge. The site is home to a variety of reef fish, as well as larger species such as hammerhead sharks and eagle rays.
  3. Gili Lawa Laut - This site is known for its vibrant coral reefs and schools of colorful fish, including butterflyfish and angelfish.

Best Scuba Diving Spots for Beginners:
  1. Batu Bolong - Located in Komodo National Park, Batu Bolong is a popular site for novice divers. The site offers calm waters and an abundance of marine life, including reef fish and sea turtles.
  2. Pulau Besar - With its clear waters and calm currents, Pulau Besar is an ideal location for beginners. Divers can spot a variety of reef fish and colorful corals.
  3. Waiara Beach - This site offers shallow waters and a sandy bottom, making it an excellent spot for first-time divers. Divers can see colorful fish and other small marine species.

Marine Life:
Flores boasts a diverse range of marine life, including reef sharks, manta rays, eagle rays, sea turtles, and a variety of colorful fish such as angelfish and butterflyfish. The waters are also home to a variety of hard and soft coral species.

Dive Conditions:
Diving in Flores is possible year-round, with the best visibility typically between April and November. Water temperatures range from 77-82°F (25-28°C), and currents can be strong in some areas.

Cost:
The cost of diving in Flores varies depending on the dive operator and location, but prices typically range from $30 to $100 per dive. Liveaboard trips are also available and can range from $1,500 to $4,000 for a week-long trip.

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