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Be a MemberThe Ilike 8D7N Komodo liveaboard a once-in-a-lifetime chance to discover the beauties of Komodo National Park and environs. Your trip is full of amazing diving adventures from macro dives exposing hidden animals to vivid coral reefs brimming with marine life starting the minute you board in Bima Bay. Highlights are Sangeang Island’s volcanic beauty, Northern Komodo’s warm, fish-rich seas, and the nutrient-rich southern spots where unusual species and striking coral structures wait. Every dive is unique because of encounters with manta ray, sunfish, and other pelagic marvels that accentuate the dream underwater environment.
Beyond the underwater beauties, Komodo’s famous scenery and animals are part of the journey. Seeing the powerful Komodo dragons and other terrestrial species in their native habitat is possible only by visiting the National Park. The Ilike 8D7N Komodo liveaboard guarantees an enriching experience both above and below the water, leaving every guest with treasured memories of one of the most biodiverse areas when combined with the breathtaking coral gardens, manta cleaning stations, and exciting currents breathing life into this aquatic paradise.
More About IlikeDives: Approximately 29 dives in total
Experience: Advanced Open Water – 75 minimum logged dives required.
Itinerary Extras: * We require a minimum of 75 logged dives and AOW (or equivalent) certification. If clients have between 50 and 75 logged dives, they can book a private dive guide (subject to availability).
The crew will welcome you upon arrival at the local airport, and guide you to Ilike.
We will visit Sangeang Island. A volcanic island that last erupted in 2015. There are still a few islanders remaining on this island. The diving is spectacular. There are fantastic black sandy slopes with amazing macro. Hot Rocks is a one-of-a-kind dive as tiny little bubbles emerge from the bottom and the rocks, giving the site a never seen before effect.
Entering Komodo National Park in the North, where the water temperature is usually still nice and warm from the Flores Sea. There is an abundance of fish on these underwater pinnacles, schooling surgeons, big eye jacks, snapper or barracudas and pelagic are a common sight. The diversity of sites is unbelievable here in Komodo. From underwater pinnacles to sloping sandy bottoms with manta cleaning stations to driving along a beautiful coral reef.
The further South we travel the water temperature will also drop. Padar island has some beautiful sites where we can start to feel the influence of the Indian Ocean. More nutrients in the water are giving the corals a different look, colors are sharper, fish life is about to change. Even further South we have Nusa Kode this horseshoe-shaped bay has stunning corals. Not only in a rainbow of colors but also the size. Fish live in abundance and creatures you may have never seen before in your life, they may remind you of the monsters that live under your bed as a child.
These nutrients also bring bigger pelagic fish, like the majestic manta rays. We can see them chasing each other or getting cleaned at the cleaning station. Also, there have been sightings of the elusive sunfish or Mola Mola.
Your trip is not complete without a meeting with the last living dinosaurs, the Komodo Dragons. You will get to chance to see them up close at the National Park. With a bit of luck, you will also see the macaque monkeys, some deers, wild pigs, and wild horses.
On the day of disembarkation, the crew will transport you to the airport for a domestic flight back.
Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Extra Dives, Land Excursions, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.
Required Extras: Park, Port and Fuel Fees (350 EUR per trip).
Optional Extras: Dive Insurance, Travel Insurance, Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Nitrox, Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Snorkel Gear, Laundry / Pressing Services, Massage.
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