Operator page with depth, current, visibility, and coral-structure notes.
Gentle north Komodo coral slope with mild current.
Gentle north Komodo coral slope with mild current.
North Komodo day-trip operators pick the timing, boat route, and calmest window.
China Shop is a north Komodo coral garden with a gentle slope, mild current, and easy all-level appeal. It works as a relaxed boat dive or snorkel stop when the bay is calm, with coral bommies, glassfish, and plenty of small life. When the water stays light, it is one of the park's cleaner, less stressful reef dives. It is also a useful reset after harder Komodo current sites, because the reef shape lets you keep the dive simple and stay on coral detail instead of fighting water movement.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 22m
Depth Note
The slope begins in the shallow reef and reaches the low 20s, with some listings rounding the max depth to around 20m.
Best Season
April to October, when Komodo seas are calmer.
Typical Conditions
Current is generally mild to light/moderate, and the site is most comfortable when the bay is calm.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Access Restrictions
Best in light current and low surge; the site is most comfortable when the bay is calm.
Legal Notes
Follow park and operator rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
An easy, gently sloping dive with mild currents, suitable for all levels; maximum depth around 20 m.
Freediving
Only sensible in very calm water and shallow sections; the site is mainly a relaxed scuba or snorkel stop.
Snorkeling
Good for snorkelers when the bay is calm, with shallow coral and fish life spread across the reef.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Operator page with depth, current, visibility, and coral-structure notes.
Independent dive-center guide describing China Shop as beginner-friendly inside a protected bay.
Operator page with snorkeling, coral, access, and marine-life notes.
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