Komodo Liveaboard & PADI 5★ Dive Resort in Labuan Bajo
Explore the legendary Komodo National Park diving with our boutique Shenron Liveaboard and our PADI 5-Star IDC Dive Resort in Labuan Bajo.
PADI Platinum Award • Resident Course Director • William Baillet.
Choose your Komodo experience
Certified diver, first-timer or future instructor — pick your path and we'll take it from there.
Certified diver
Daily dive trips
Join daily boat trips into Komodo National Park — small groups, Nitrox available, sites matched to your level.
See daily diving →Liveaboard
Shenron liveaboard
Our boutique liveaboard for up to 10 guests — private ensuite cabins and Nitrox included for certified divers.
View Shenron →Beginner
Learn to dive
Start with Discover Scuba or the PADI Open Water course — pool practice then ocean training in Komodo's calm bays.
Start Open Water →Go Pro
Divemaster & IDC
Train from Divemaster to PADI Instructor with a resident Course Director and our Platinum Award team.
Explore PADI courses →Dragon Dive Komodo at a glance
The only PADI 5★ IDC Dive Resort in Labuan Bajo — liveaboard, daily diving, PADI training and resort accommodation in one place, facing Komodo National Park.
Shenron Liveaboard
- Up to 10 guests — boutique, no crowds
- 4 private ensuite cabins + dorm option
- Nitrox included for certified divers
- 3D/2N · 4D/3N · 6D/5N · 8D/7N itineraries
- Focused on serious diving — not a party boat
The Dive Resort
- 19 hotel-style rooms — private & modern dorms
- Swimming pool, restaurant & training pool
- A/C, hot shower, soundproof glass, Wi-Fi
- Full PADI 5★ IDC dive center on site
- Central Labuan Bajo — near harbour & night market
Diving & Training
- PADI Platinum Award 2026
- Resident PADI Course Director on site
- From Discover Scuba to Instructor IDC
- Small groups — max 4–5 divers per guide
- Senior guides, site selection by conditions
Shenron Komodo Liveaboard — Intimate & Exclusive
Experience the best Komodo liveaboard diving aboard our boutique vessel Shenron. With just 10 guests in 4 private ensuite cabins plus 1 dorm, you get a premium small-group experience, far from large dorm-style boats — the ideal way to reach Komodo's legendary dive sites like Manta Alley, Castle Rock and Batu Bolong with real flexibility.
A boutique boat, not a party boat
Quiet, focused on serious diving, with a professional crew and senior guides.
Flexible multi-day itineraries
3D/2N to 7D/6N, adapted to real-time conditions and the group's level.
Private Cabins with Ensuite
Double or twin beds, air conditioning, hot shower and storage for camera equipment. Wake up directly at the dive site.
Stay at our dive resort in central Labuan Bajo
Dragon Dive Komodo is a full dive resort with 19 hotel-style rooms, a swimming pool, restaurant, training pool and the only PADI 5★ IDC dive center on site — your ideal base before or after diving.
- Private rooms and modern dorms for every budget
- Pool, restaurant and dive center on site
- Soundproof glass, A/C and hotel-grade mattresses
- Walking distance to the harbour, marina and night market
Train with Dragon Dive’s Resident Pro Team
The only PADI 5★ IDC Dive Resort in Labuan Bajo — with an in-house Course Director and Staff Instructor, recognized with the PADI Platinum Professional Development Excellence Award 2026.
Learn & Advance Your Diving
Start or level up your skills at our PADI 5★ IDC dive center in Komodo, based in Labuan Bajo. We teach in small groups with pool & ocean training and PADI eLearning for a smooth, flexible schedule. From Open Water to Divemaster and Instructor Development Course, train directly in one of the world’s most inspiring dive environments.
Learn to dive in Komodo
PADI Open Water with pool practice + ocean dives at sheltered sites.
Progress & build experience
Advanced, Rescue and specialties available; see all PADI courses in Komodo.
Go Pro in Komodo
Divemaster → Instructor IDC with our PADI 5★ IDC team.
PADI Courses at Our 5★ IDC Dive Center
Learn to dive or advance your skills with our PADI instructors in Komodo. Professional instruction in multiple languages, flexible scheduling, on-site pool and the National Park as your real classroom.
Small class sizes
Maximum 4 students for personalized attention.
Pool & ocean training
Practice in our pool, then dive suitable Komodo sites.
PADI eLearning
Complete theory online before arrival.
Multilingual team
English, French, Indonesian, German.
Already Certified?
Dive Into Komodo’s Underwater Paradise
If you already hold a scuba certification, join us for daily fun dives in the Komodo National Park. Manta rays, turtles, reef sharks, spectacular coral reefs and small groups guided by our experienced team.
Green Fins Member & reef-conscious dive operations
Komodo is one of the most biodiverse marine parks on earth. As a Green Fins member, Dragon Dive Komodo promotes small groups, careful buoyancy, reef-safe practices, waste reduction onboard, and responsible interactions with manta rays, turtles and reef life.
See our Green Fins membership →Why Choose Dragon Dive for Your Komodo Adventure?
Small groups, Nitrox and expert PADI pros. Stay at our dive resort or join Shenron to explore Komodo’s best sites year-round. See dive sites.
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Boutique Komodo Liveaboard Experience
Forget crowded boats. Our Shenron Liveaboard is designed for an exclusive experience with only 10 guests maximum. This micro-liveaboard concept lets you dive the best sites of Komodo National Park with more flexibility and fewer crowds.
We prioritize safety and quality: every trip includes Nitrox for certified divers and senior guides who understand currents, tides and the best timing for manta rays, sharks and schooling fish.
Sleep comfortably in one of our 4 renovated private cabins, with ensuite bathroom and air conditioning, or choose our shared dorm with 2 bunk beds for a more accessible liveaboard option.
On selected departures, this setup allows Shenron to welcome up to 10 guests onboard, while keeping the same boutique, intimate and relaxed atmosphere.
It is the perfect balance between a serious Komodo diving expedition, onboard comfort and a more flexible option for solo travellers.
Shenron: Boutique Vessel
(max 10 guests)
Mantas & big fish action
PADI 5★ Dive Resort & Training Center
Dragon Dive is no longer a hostel. Since 2020, we have transformed into a true PADI 5★ Dive Resort in the heart of Labuan Bajo. We offer 19 hotel-style rooms with soundproof glass, premium mattresses and hot showers — perfect for resting between dives.
As a complete PADI training center in Komodo, we guide divers from Open Water to Instructor IDC. Our facilities include a training pool, camera area and modern classrooms.
From 2026: we are also developing premium dorms and a dedicated training dorm for pro-level candidates, creating a real diver campus atmosphere.
Pro PADI training
(pool & ocean)
Small-group instruction
Komodo’s Legendary Dive Sites & Marine Life
The convergence of the Indian and Pacific Oceans creates nutrient-rich currents responsible for Komodo’s extraordinary biodiversity.
Northern Sites Best: Apr–Nov
- • Castle Rock — grey reef sharks
- • Crystal Rock — schooling fish
- • The Shotgun — current experience
- • Golden Passage — spectacular drifts
Central Sites Year-round
- • Siaba Besar — turtle highway
- • Pengah Kecil — macro paradise
- • Mawan & Manta Point — mantas year-round
- • Batu Bolong — iconic pinnacle
Southern Sites Peak: Dec–Mar
- • Manta Alley — oceanic mantas
- • Nusa Kode — soft corals
- • Cannibal Rock — exceptional macro
- • End of the World — dramatic scenery
Komodo offers diving all year, but conditions vary by season. Here is a simple breakdown to help you plan your trip:
December – March
Rainy season, fewer boats. Best for South Komodo & Padar, cooler water, frequent mantas, gorgeous soft corals and macro.
April – June
Transition into the best period for North & Central: calmer seas, blooming reefs and improving visibility.
July – August
Dry-season peak. Stronger currents in the North for epic drifts and excellent visibility. Mantas can be more discreet at this time.
September – November
Warm water, fewer crowds, and mantas gradually returning south. One of the best windows to explore multiple regions.
Planning your route around seasons and using Nitrox helps you make the most of Komodo’s currents, sites and marine life.
Your Komodo Diving Team
From your Course Director to every guide on the boat — real people, on-site every day, teaching in six languages.
Instructors
Divemasters
Frequently Asked Questions — Komodo Diving
What's included in Dragon Dive Komodo liveaboard trips?
Our Komodo liveaboard trips include private cabin accommodation, meals onboard, 3–4 dives daily with experienced guides, tanks, weights and Nitrox for certified divers. Komodo National Park fees are included when they appear integrated in the published price in our booking system.
How many people are on your liveaboard?
We limit Shenron to 10 guests maximum to keep the service personal, safer, more flexible and better for photographers.
Is Nitrox available for diving in Komodo?
Yes. Nitrox EAN32 is included for certified divers on Shenron Liveaboard and available on day trips. The PADI Nitrox course is also offered at our dive center.
Is Dragon Dive Komodo a PADI Platinum Award center?
Yes. Dragon Dive Komodo received the PADI Platinum Professional Development Excellence Award 2026. The resort also has a resident Course Director, William Baillet, available in-house.
What's the best season for Komodo diving?
Komodo diving is excellent year-round, but conditions vary: April–November often gives calmer seas and great visibility in the north. December–March brings cooler, plankton-rich waters to the south, with frequent manta encounters.
How do I get to Dragon Dive Komodo?
Fly to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) via Bali, Jakarta, Surabaya, Kuala Lumpur or Singapore. We are located in central Labuan Bajo, around 10 minutes from the airport. We recommend arriving one day before a liveaboard departure.
Can beginners dive in Komodo?
Yes. Komodo has some very challenging sites, but also many beginner-friendly locations. We run a strict safety-first culture: small groups (max 4–5 divers per guide) and sites always matched to your experience level. Our PADI 5★ IDC dive center offers Open Water courses and always matches dive sites to your experience level.
Ready to Dive Komodo?
Join Dragon Dive Komodo for a liveaboard trip, daily diving or PADI training in one of the world’s best dive destinations.
