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# Light House Dive Site, Gili Lawalaut

Dive Conditions

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Depth
12m – 40m
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Visibility
18m
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Level
Advanced
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Current
🌀 Strong

Discover the dynamic Light House dive site off Gili Lawalaut in Komodo’s pristine waters. Located in the Flores Sea, this moderate to advanced dive features depths ranging from 12 to 40 meters, making it suitable for experienced divers seeking adventure.

The site is characterized by dramatic underwater topography, including rocky formations and coral-covered structures that create an intricate maze of passages. Divers encounter vibrant coral gardens hosting abundant marine life, including colorful reef fish, napoleon wrasse, and schools of fusiliers.

The strong currents common to this region attract larger pelagic species such as reef sharks, eagle rays, and occasional manta rays, offering thrilling encounters. Macro enthusiasts will appreciate the diverse nudibranchs, ghostpipefish, and crustaceans hidden throughout the reef.

Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 25 meters, though currents can be challenging. The Light House delivers an exhilarating Komodo diving experience with exceptional biodiversity and stunning underwater landscapes.

🐠 Marine Life at This Dive Site

White-lipped Island Pitviper — seen at this dive site
White-lipped Island Pitviper Trimeresurus insularis matthieuberroneau
Venus' Comb Murex — seen at this dive site
Venus' Comb Murex Murex pecten maractwin
Nasal-flap moray — seen at this dive site
Nasal-flap moray Gymnothorax longinaris sylvain_le_bris
Yellowmargin Triggerfish — seen at this dive site
Yellowmargin Triggerfish Pseudobalistes flavimarginatus bdbishop
Neon Fusilier — seen at this dive site
Neon Fusilier Pterocaesio tile maractwin
Orangeback Wrasse — seen at this dive site
Orangeback Wrasse Cirrhilabrus lubbocki francoislibert

Species data from iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)

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Max Depth 40 m
Min Depth 12 m
Difficulty Advanced
Current Strong
Visibility 18 m
GPS -8.4411°, 119.5882°