Operator page describing Torpedo Alley as Komodo's legendary night dive in Horseshoe Bay with black sand, calm sheltered conditions, and abundant macro life.
Southern Komodo boat dive for torpedo rays and night macro.
Southern Komodo boat dive for torpedo rays and night macro.
Torpedo Alley is a southern Komodo black-sand slope in Horseshoe Bay that comes alive after dark with torpedo rays and an unusually rich lineup of macro critters. Divers come here by boat for slow night or muck-style searching over sand, scattered bommies, and small patches of coral rather than for big reef scenery or fast drift action.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 20m
Depth Note
Published depth guidance places the main slope in shallow water, with commonly cited working depths from about 5 m and maximum depth references around 20-25 m.
Best Season
Public operator guidance commonly places Torpedo Alley in the calmer south-Komodo season from about October to April or May.
Typical Conditions
Expect a black-sand or dark rubble slope with low to moderate visibility and a deliberate, slow-paced search pattern focused on nocturnal and macro life.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Usually planned as a boat-based night or muck dive for experienced open-water divers who are comfortable with torch work, buoyancy control, and patient critter hunting.
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 describing Torpedo Alley as Komodo's legendary night dive in Horseshoe Bay with black sand, calm sheltered conditions, and abundant macro life.
Liveaboard site guide listing Torpedo Alley as a south-Komodo night/muck dive in Horseshoe Bay with 5-25 m depth range and low visibility.
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