Loh Wenci

# Loh Wenci Dive Site, Komodo

Loh Wenci is a premier dive destination located in the Flores Sea near Komodo, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. This site offers thrilling diving experiences suitable for intermediate to advanced divers, with depths ranging from 5 to 40 meters.

Divers exploring Loh Wenci encounter dramatic underwater topography featuring steep walls, vibrant coral formations, and sandy slopes. The site is renowned for exceptional marine biodiversity, including schools of trevally, barracuda, and fusiliers. Pelagic species such as reef sharks, manta rays, and eagle rays frequently patrol the area, particularly during strong current conditions.

The reef structure supports healthy populations of hard and soft corals, creating stunning visual landscapes. Macro life is equally impressive, with nudibranchs, crustaceans, and colorful reef fish abundant throughout the site.

Strong currents are common at Loh Wenci, making it ideal for drift diving and attracting larger marine animals. Divers should possess solid navigation skills and current management experience. Optimal visibility ranges from 15-30 meters, depending on seasonal conditions and tidal cycles in the Flores Sea.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

Green Sea Turtle Chelonia mydas lwoot

Berry's Bobtail Euprymna berryi maractwin

Tenellia yamasui Tenellia yamasui squiresk

Whitestreak Monocle Bream Scolopsis ciliata firman_nuralam

Lined Monocle Bream Scolopsis lineata zara_n

Loggerhead Sea Turtle Caretta caretta anastasialouhenapessy

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)