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The 10 Most Exciting Underwater Animals in Komodo

Discover the ocean giants, quirky critters & marine treasures that make diving in Komodo National Park unforgettable. The most exciting underwater animals in Komodo are here ! Do you agree with our list or have you got your own animals that you would add ? Komodo National Park isn’t just one of the best diving […]

Best time to Visit Komodo?

With so much to offer and so many different dive sites it is easy to be overhwelmed when planning your dive holiday. Many regions famous for diving are seasonal and not possible to visit all year around. Luckily here in Komodo we are diving all day every day all year around!!! There is no ‘bad’ […]

The Magnificent Green Turtle – Grace & Beauty in a Shell!!

The Green Turtle – If you’re a scuba diver looking for one of the most peaceful and rewarding encounters in the ocean, few experiences rival hanging out with a Green Turtle. Green Turtles have to be one of the most chilled out creatures in our oceans who are happy to spend their days chomping on […]

Tatawa Besar – A Drift Diver’s Paradise in Komodo

Tatawa Besar – Dive Site of the Month Tatawa Besar means ‘big laugh’ in bahasa Indonesian and is one of Komodo National Park’s most picturesque dive sites. Known for its vibrant coral gardens, thriving marine life, and relaxed drift dives Tatawa Besar offers an unforgettable underwater experience suitable for all levels of divers 1. Location […]

Reef Sharks of Komodo

Blacktip, Whitetip & Grey Reef Sharks Reef sharks are among the most charismatic denizens of coral reefs. For many divers, seeing them can be the absolute highlight of any dive, but there is also much to think about in terms of their important roles in the underwater eco-system and the threats to their population. In […]

Batu Bolong – Dive Site of the Month

Exploring Batu Bolong 1. Location & Overview Batu  Bolong means “Hollow Rock” in Bahasa Indonesian. It gets it name from the iconic arch on the western edge of the rock that has a large hole in the middle of it. Batu  Bolong is regularly voted one of the world’s best dive sites – and with great […]

The Best Scuba Diving Gear – What to Look for as a New Diver

Starting your scuba diving journey is incredibly exciting, but it can also be overwhelming – especially when it comes to picking the right diving gear. With so many options available, it’s easy to get lost in the sea (pun intended!) of brands, models, and different features. The good news is we have you covered! You […]

Mastering Buoyancy: The Key to Effortless Scuba Diving

Whether you’re just starting out or have a quite a few dives under your belt, mastering buoyancy is one of the most valuable skills you can develop as a scuba diver. Not only does good control make diving more enjoyable, it also helps protect the marine environment, conserve air, and reduce fatigue underwater. Have you […]

Diving in Currents – Top 10 Safety & Comfort Tips for New Divers

Diving in currents can feel intimidating for beginner scuba divers — and for good reason. Currents can change the pace, direction, and difficulty of a dive in ways that demand respect and preparation. But with the right techniques and mindset, diving in currents can also be one of the most exhilarating and rewarding underwater experiences. […]

Can I dive Komodo as a complete beginner??? YES!!!

Dive Komodo as a beginner??? Is it ok? This is a question many people ask us when considering a diving holiday to Komodo. A very fair question given the reputation that Komodo has! We welcome divers of all levels here at Scuba Junkie and to dive Komodo does not require hundreds of dives as many are […]

How to get to Komodo for your next Adventure!

And a little about the history! How to get to Komodo is often a question we get asked so read on to find out a little about the history of Komodo National Park as well as important information on where we are and how to get here!! Komodo National Park is situated in the beautiful […]

The “Deadly” Blue Ring Octopus

The Blue Ring Octopus is on almost every diver’s bucket list and if it isn’t on yours it should be!! This small octopus is without doubt a stunning creature to see and many divers choose to go to special places just to see them. So let’s dive in and learn a little more about these […]

Dugongs of Komodo – A magical sight to see!

Komodo National Park is famous for our healthy population of reef mantas, the number of reef sharks and turtles and the stunning reef-scapes, but did you know that we also can see the elusive, and almost mythical – Dugong!!! Over the years we have shared videos and photos of our various encounters and many of […]

Manta Fun Facts!!

The Mantas of Komodo National Park are a popular reason to visit this incredible area! They love to hang out in the waters surrounding Komodo and our resident population continues to grow year on year! Mantas are part of the Eslamobranch Family. This is the same family as sharks and skates and is due to […]

The Wonder of Komodo by Liveaboard

The team of the multi-award winning Scuba Junkie are proud to introduce the KLM Eliya. Eliya is our newest liveaboard that will be sailing in the waters of Komodo National Park starting in April of this year. Are you ready to experience a new type of scuba diving with Scuba Junkie?! As many of you know […]

Should I be Scared of Sharks?

A common question we hear from divers and snorkelers is ‘Is it safe to dive with sharks?’ In short, yes, it is 100% safe to dive with sharks in the Komodo National Park. In fact, in the majority of places in the world it is safer to dive with sharks than it is to try […]

The 7 species of sea turtles

It is often the case that the Manta Rays get all the attention, and whilst we love them and their graceful ways, there are many other marine species that are equally as fascinating to look at and that we see regularly in the Komodo National Park. Take for example…THE TURTLE!! Known by many as the […]

Who are Marine Megafauna Foundation?

arine Megafauna Foundation. Scuba Junkie has a long history of supporting and working with MMF to help protect the ocean giants, so here you’ll find out some more information about who they are, what they do and how we work with them.