Gili Lawa Sea ( Komodo )

Gili Lawa Laut, north Komodo

This pinnacle just breaks the surface off the northern side of the two small islets to the north of Komodo main island.

Diving in Komodo with barrel sponges

It is another excellent dive site and very similar topographically to the famous GPS Point.

The reef is packed with bronze and rust coloured sponges and soft tree corals. You'll see black snappers, large cuttlefish, pyramid butterflyfish, and several red octopus.

Strong currents normally prevent dives on Gili Lawa and the correct conditions must exist before undertaking any dive here. One of the delights of diving in Indonesia is that the area is so large and the dive sites so numerous that it is possible to come across fantastic sites which are still relatively unchartered.

Gili Lawa Reef Basics: Healthy pinnacle with cuttlefish and octopus
Depth: 5 - >40m
Visibility: 15 - 25m
Currents: Can be strong
Surface Conditions: Can be rough
Water Temperature: 21 - 26°C
Experience Level: Intermediate - advanced
Number of dive sites: 1
Diving Season: March to December
Distance: ~470 km east of Bali (24 hours)
Access: Komodo liveaboard from Bali

Source : www.divetheworldindonesia.com

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