October in Komodo: Why It's Prime Dive Season with Amare Divers

Dive into the heart of Komodo National Park this October with Amare Divers, where crystal-clear waters, healthy marine migrations, and eco-conscious adventures await. As one of Indonesia’s top scuba diving destinations, Komodo in October offers unbeatable conditions for divers of all levels. Either you’re chasing manta rays, mastering new skills, or joining our Coral Restoration Program (launching soon!), here’s why October is the ultimate time to explore Komodo’s underwater wonders. Plus, get expert tips to plan your perfect dive trip with Amare Divers in Labuan Bajo.

Why October is Komodo’s Best Dive Season

October marks the end of the dry season in Komodo National Park, delivering pristine conditions that make every dive unforgettable. Here’s what sets this month apart for scuba diving in Komodo:

1. Crystal-Clear Waters for Epic Visibility

With visibility often exceeding 30 meters, October’s calm seas reveal Komodo’s reefs in stunning detail. Dive sites like Batu Bolong and Golden Passage showcase vivid corals and swirling fish schools. The lack of runoff gives water clarity, perfect for spotting tiny nudibranchs or massive manta rays. Our Deep Adventure Dive lets you explore these depths safely with an SSI-certified instructor, maximizing October’s underwater brilliance.

Pro Tip: Pair your dive with our Underwater Photography Adventure to capture Komodo’s vivid colors.

2. Marine Migrations: A Wildlife Spectacle

October is migration season, turning Komodo’s waters into a marine superhighway. Manta rays gather at cleaning stations, while trevally, barracuda, and reef sharks patrol sites like Crystal Rock. Green and hawksbill turtles are in nesting mode, and you might spot a camouflaged octopus shifting hues. Our Fish Identification Adventure Dive is a favorite for logging these encounters, especially for Open Water divers leveling up. Want to make a difference? Join our Coral Restoration Program to plant coral frags and support these ecosystems.

Fun Fact: Komodo’s biodiversity rivals the Great Barrier Reef, with over 1,000 fish species and 260 coral species (UNESCO).

3. Ideal Conditions for All Divers

Perfect Weather: Warm days (28–32°C) and gentle breezes make boat rides to dive sites like a scenic cruise. Keep an eye out for dolphins or flying fish during the 1.5-hour journey!
Fewer Crowds: October’s shoulder season means fewer divers, offering intimate dives and personalized instruction from our SSI instructors.
Eco-Impact Opportunities: Our partnership with Komodo National Park lets you dive with purpose. The Coral Restoration Program teaches you to propagate corals, monitor growth, and certify as an eco-hero.

Top Tips for Planning Your Komodo Dive Trip

Ready to dive Komodo with Amare Divers? Here’s how to plan a seamless October adventure in Labuan Bajo:

Book Early for Prime Spots
October’s stellar conditions fill our dive boats fast. Secure your fun dives or courses like the Advanced Adventurer (for 5 dives over 2 days) via our booking page or WhatsApp (+62 811-3980-0086). Limited spots remain for our Coral Restoration Program.
Pack for the Reefs
Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a reusable water bottle, and an underwater camera to capture manta moments. We provide top-tier scuba gear, but a personal mask ensures a snug fit. For our Coral Restoration Program, we supply gloves and tools—just bring your passion for conservation. Check our packing guide for more.
Budget Smart
Our packages include meals, equipment, and SSI certification fees. See our pricing details here for full transparency.
Choose Your Adventure
From single Deep Adventure Dives (perfect for Open Water divers) to the multi-dive Advanced Adventurer course, we tailor experiences to your skill level. Eco-warriors can join our Coral Restoration Program to plant corals and track their growth, making a lasting impact on Komodo’s reefs.

Why Choose Amare Divers in Komodo?

We are more than a dive center—we’re your gateway to Komodo’s underwater magic. Based in Labuan Bajo, our SSI-certified team offers personalized dives, eco-focused courses, and a commitment to conservation. Our recent coral planting at Gili Lawa Darat added 60 coral structures to the reef, and our upcoming Coral Restoration Events invites you to join the mission. Follow our journey on Instagram (@AmareDivers).

Dive into October with Amare Divers

October in Komodo is a diver’s dream: clear waters, thriving marine life, and a chance to protect the ocean you love. Book your dive today at www.amaredivers.com and join us in Komodo National Park for a season of thrills and impact.

Have questions? DM us on Instagram or WhatsApp us at +62 811-3980-0086. Let’s make October 2025 your best dive yet!

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Specialty Course Combo (3, 4 or 8 dives)

SSI Specialty Diver is your first step toward becoming an SSI Master Diver, and can begin as soon as you complete your Open Water Diver training. By completing any two SSI Specialty programs that interest you, and logging 12 open water dives, you will automatically receive the SSI Specialty Diver recognition rating along with your SSI Specialty program certifications.

SSI Advanced Open Water Diver is the next recognition rating on the path to becoming an SSI Master Diver, and includes four SSI Specialty program Digital Kits. After completing the four SSI Specialty programs that interest you, as well as 24 logged dives, you will automatically receive the SSI Advanced Open Water Diver recognition rating, along with your SSI Specialty program certifications.

Combine specialty Courses that you will complete over 4 to 8 open water dives, you get a discounted rate and a free Reeflex T-Shirt !

Dive Master

What are the prerequisites?

Be a “Rescue” diver and be at least 18 years old. Have completed training in emergency first aid (primary and secondary care) in the past 24 months. Have a medical certificate clearing you for scuba diving. Have logged at least 40 dives to start the course and 60 dives to obtain certification. Please note that our price DOES NOT INCLUDE teaching materials and certification costs (2,5M IDR).

Note that although standards requires a minimum of 40 dives at the start of the course, we strongly recommend that you begin with more. The Dive Master course teaches you how to lead dives and how to organise diving activities through knowledge development sessions, exercises and practical workshops. Theory and practical workshops will cover:

The role, characteristics and duties of a Dive Master. The supervision of diving activities and student divers. Safety and risk management for divers. Conducting the activities specific to a Dive Master. The business of diving. Environmental awareness and protection of the oceans. Planning and managing dive trips. Mapping a dive site. Dive briefings. Review of rescue techniques at sea. Conducting deep dives (40m). Maintenance and use of equipment related to diving.

Why should you choose Reeflex?:

Your training lasts from 6 to 8 weeks (long course). You benefit from unlimited dives for the duration of the course! You learn how to do the full service of regulators and how to use a compressor. You go beyond the minimum level required thanks to our experienced instructors (several thousand dives and proven experience in training other Dive Masters before you!). We give you sound advice and offer you preferential rates on the equipment (which you will need to find a job)! We help you write your very first professional diving CV and advise you on how to apply for offers.

Specialty Courses

Prices are as follow:

Dry Specialty course (no diving): from 1 550 000 IDR.
Two dives Specialty courses: from 2 350 000 IDR.
Three dives Specialty courses: from 3 250 000 IDR.

Each speciality training spreads over one or two days & includes:

Quite often a one to one with your instructor.
Self study of the corresponding manual.
Academic session & final exam.
2 to 3 open water dives, when not a dry course like Science of Diving.
Digital certification “card” (less plastic = more fun!).
Our awesome T-shirt!

Choose from the following Adventure Dives:

Peak Performance Buoyancy, Deep dive (up to 30 meters), Digital Underwater, Photography, Drift dive (tides & currents), Multilevel and Computer, Fish Identification, Night dive (extra 150.000 IDR).

The dives include:

Academic sessions in the form of extended briefings with “Q&A”.
Confined water training sessions in our custom built natural pool (when required).
Full SCUBA gear, water, tea, coffee & lunch when boat diving.
Additional equipment specific to the dive, such as camera, underwater torch etc

You will get a digital recognition card for each Adventure Dive and this will be credited towards your next level up (Advanced).

Note that we offer the certification costs & throw in our awesome T-shirt if you complete the five Adventure Dives of the Advanced diver course.

We truly believe that a total of 6 open water dives, fine tuning advice and in depth introduction to marine life, will help you become a safer, better … happier diver. That’s why we have designed an original PREMIUM OPEN WATER COURSE for you to have time to go beyond the minimum requirements.

We recommend SSI for the flexibility and the advantages it provides our students. Note that the shorter two and half day course, with just 4 open water dives (& none of the other cool benefits of the PREMIUM) is available on request. The participant’s minimum age is 10 year old & the Open Water course includes:

All equipment, water, tea, coffee & lunch when boat diving.
Academic session with latest teaching materials.
Confined water training sessions in our custom built natural pool.
Up to six dives in the open sea.
Digital certification (less plastic, more fun!)
You learn in small groups (4 max)
Extended training, fine tuning advice from a pro over dives 5 & 6. (PREMIUM)
In depth introduction to local marine life. (PREMIUM)
No extra petrol fee when going on further away dive sites (PREMIUM)
Lifetime access to the online open water manual. (PREMIUM)
Our awesome t-shirt ! (PREMIUM)

This program is for students who don’t have time to complete the Open Water Diver program, and provides you with the training and experience required to dive in open water environments under the supervision of a dive professional. You will earn the SSI Scuba Diver certification, which can be upgraded to the SSI Open Water Diver certification with additional training.

Refresher

Participant minimum age is 10 year old, duration 1 day, ideal when:

You do not have enough time to complete an Open Water Course.
You just want to see manta rays without going through much theory.
You want to know diving is for you, before committing to a course.

Program includes:

All equipment, water, tea, coffee & lunch when boat diving.
Small groups (4 pax per instructor max).
A thorough safety briefing and confined water practice.
One open water dive from the shore or two boat dives (choose the option that suits you best)

Refresher

This program is ideal for:

Any certified diver who has not been diving for a while, or as a pre-assessment for a continuing education course.
Non-certified divers who are referred to complete training or Scuba Divers who are going on to Open Water Diver certification.

The Scuba Skills Update program includes:

A theory essentials refresher.
A skills update in confined water (soon to be in our custom built natural pool).

You can then get back to the open sea confidently & multiply your chances to see Mola Molas, Mantas, Turtles & more!

Shore Dives

We offer diving from the shore in Crystal bay during Day time for only 400k IDR and Early Morning or Night dives for 550k IDR:

Unlimited access to Crystal Bay
Dive at any time of day or night
Enjoy the site without other divers
More chances to spot a Mola Mola

Boat Dives – 2 Dives per Day (mornings)

Boat Dives – 2 Dives per Day (mornings)
You can book daily boat trips here. Prices include two dives per trip/day, brand new or freshly serviced SCUBA gear, compressed air fills to E.U standards, a certified dive professional with a ratio of 1 pro / 4 divers, water, tea coffee and lunch on board.

The more you dive, the cheaper the price 😉

You can get 5% off the above prices if you bring your full set of SCUBA gear (mask, fins, wetsuit, BCD, regulator). Just enter the voucher code “GEAR” when booking.

If you are an active status dive professional you can get 10% off the above prices with the voucher code “PRO10” (dive pro check required) & 15% if you bring all your gear with the voucher code “PRO15”.

NB: Please make sure to personally check in one day before your first day trip (unless your booking starts with a shore dive in which case you can come in at 13h on the same day).

We’ll need to size & gear you up, confirm logistics and provide you with a precise schedule for the following day(s).

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October in Komodo: Why It’s Prime Dive Season with Amare Divers

Why October is Komodo’s Best Dive Season

1. Crystal-Clear Waters for Epic Visibility

2. Marine Migrations: A Wildlife Spectacle

3. Ideal Conditions for All Divers

Top Tips for Planning Your Komodo Dive Trip

Why Choose Amare Divers in Komodo?

Dive into October with Amare Divers

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