Explore Moyo Island
Moyo Island, a marine reserve located in the Lesser Sunda Islands, is a remote paradise. Located next to the Makassar Strait, Moyo is an excellent location for coral larvae to collect meaning in many dive sites there is almost complete coral cover. As few people have heard of Moyo Island diving, you will find few other divers enjoying the pristine reefs. Whether you choose to enjoy the untouched reefs close to shore or the more distant deep walls and wrecks, you can delight in flourishing marine life. Fully exposed to the Flores sea, manta rays, sea turtles, mola mola and whale sharks are all possibles sightings here - just make sure you’ve packed your good luck charm!
Gain access to Moyo Island via a boat ride from Sumbawa, where you can make your choice of the few dive centres and dive resorts there are on offer. Calm dive sites close to shore provide the perfect location to invest in dive courses or drop by Moyo on one of the many visiting liveaboards. Many liveaboards travel across the Lesser Sunda Islands exploring countless dive sites all with variable topography, marine life, and memories to be made.
Top Moyo Island Dive Sites
1. Angel Reef
Angel Reef features vibrant hard corals along a dramatic vertical wall, ideal for scuba diving. Divers often see rounded batfish and schools of red tooth triggerfish, with possibilities of encountering yellowtail tuna, black-tip reef sharks, and even whale sharks. It's suited for advanced divers.
2. Sea Fan City
This site offers a deep wall dive experience for advanced scuba divers. Explore large gorgonian sea fans while spotting pygmy seahorses and fusiliers. Reef sharks and large sea turtles are common sightings, making it a thrilling adventure for experienced divers.
3. Blue Emocean Reef
Blue Emocean Reef is characterized by its plateau and wall, suitable for advanced scuba diving. Look for blue-ringed octopus and pulsating squid. Reef sharks are frequently seen, adding excitement to the dive. Its unique underwater formations draw many enthusiasts.
4. River Mouth
This shallow site is ideal for both scuba diving and freediving, offering an easy adventure level. The sandy seabed hosts leaf fish, nudibranch, and blue-spotted stingrays. Cuttlefish can be observed changing colors, providing an engaging dive for beginners and photographers.
5. Chinese Wreck
The Chinese Wreck caters to advanced scuba divers. Encrusted with sponges and vibrant nudibranch, the wreck offers a fascinating exploration site. This technical dive is perfect for those interested in wreck diving and marine biodiversity.