Explore Sumbawa
Sumbawa, located in the Lesser Sunda Islands, has formed protected bays for the nearby islands of Moyo, Sangeang, and Satonda. These sheltered havens offer crystal-clear waters, deep and vibrant walls and conditions that are perfect for both muck and reef diving. For world-class current diving, visit Western Komodo and Gili Banta while in Sumbawa. Here is your chance to witness manta rays and sharks gliding among you.
Stay on a dive resort in Sumbawa to access sites otherwise inaccessible by day trips from dive centres. Better yet, sail the waters by liveaboard across the Lesser Sunda Islands to scuba dive the newly discovered dive sites of Sumbawa.
Top Sumbawa Dive Sites
1. Moyo Island
Discover the vibrant Panjang reef, teeming with bi-colour and banded angelfish. Spot the elusive blue-ringed octopus with its bright yellow rings. This site is suitable for scuba diving at an easy to intermediate level. The stunning coral formations make it a must-visit.
2. Bubble Reef, Sangeang Island
Perfect for muck diving enthusiasts, Bubble Reef offers volcanic sandy patches where pipefish, ornate ghost pipefish, and pygmy seahorses thrive. This site is ideal for advanced scuba divers. The unique volcanic activity creates bubbles that enhance the underwater experience.
3. Satonda Island
Renowned for night diving, Satonda Island presents muck diving opportunities with rare clown frogfish, arrow crabs, and banded boxer shrimp. Suitable for advanced divers, the site offers a thrilling nocturnal adventure on the seabed.
4. Tanjung Bautpitih
Featuring a 40-metre wall dive, Tanjung Bautpitih is famous for sightings of Lamarck’s angelfish and eagle rays. Suitable for advanced scuba divers, the site’s dramatic drop-off offers breathtaking views and encounters with white tip sharks.
5. Roller Coaster, Gili Banta
Experience a drift dive surrounded by anthias and the possibility of seeing manta rays. This site is designed for advanced scuba divers. The strong currents and exhilarating descent provide a thrilling adventure for those seeking more challenge.
