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Dive Spot Guide•
Siaba Kecil
Fast Komodo drift dive with coral gardens and strong current.
Advanced drift dive in central Komodo with a sloping reef, overhangs, and a coral-garden finish that depends on current direction.
About Siaba Kecil
Siaba Kecil is a fast Komodo drift dive with a sloping coral reef, overhangs, and a sheltered coral-garden finish that rewards experienced divers who can read current and stay relaxed in moving water. The site is known for hard coral, sea fans, sweetlips, turtles, sharks, and the kind of channel flow that makes timing and drop-in position the main part of the plan.
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Research Estimate At Siaba Kecil
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralPristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentVery strong current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Siaba Kecil?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Siaba Kecil Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 30m
Depth Note
The drift can start on either side of the island and finish in a shallow coral garden, with the main profile running down to about 30 m.
Best Season
April to November is usually best; Komodo is diveable year-round.
Typical Conditions
Fast drift through a narrow reef channel with overhangs, coral gardens at the ends, and current that can build quickly with depth.
Safety & Access At Siaba Kecil
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentOverhead environment
Safety Notes
Currents can be strong; the primary drift dive is suited to experienced divers. Coral gardens at the ends of the island are used for safety stops and can be appropriate for less experienced divers.
Access Restrictions
Boat only; current direction determines the entry side, and the site is best for divers with drift experience.
Legal Notes
Follow Komodo National Park and operator rules for current-led entries and depth limits.
Local Intel For Siaba Kecil
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Primarily described as a drift dive along the reef; calmer coral garden areas can be used for safety stops and for less experienced divers.
Freediving
Only expert freedivers should consider the shallow ends, and only on calm windows with safety support.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to the coral-garden edges on quiet days; the main channel drift is better suited to scuba.
Wildlife at Siaba Kecil
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Siaba Kecil
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Siaba Kecil
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
