Komodo: Bidadari Dive Site – Komodo National Park

Site Overview

Bidadari is a picturesque small island near Labuan Bajo in western Komodo National Park, offering relaxed reef diving with easy conditions and abundant marine life that suits all certification levels. The site features a fringing reef descending from 2 meters to approximately 20 meters, with a coral-covered slope in the shallower sections transitioning to scattered bommies and a low wall at depth. Hawksbill turtles are regular visitors to the reef, and the shallow coral gardens host clownfish in anemones, leaf scorpionfish, and various nudibranch species. The bommies at 10 to 16 meters attract schools of fusiliers, anthias, and damselfish, while moray eels and lionfish inhabit the crevices. The wall at 16 to 20 meters features gorgonian sea fans, barrel sponges, and occasional whitetip reef sharks. The mild current and warm water create comfortable conditions for extended dives, and the diverse hard and soft coral coverage provides a colorful backdrop throughout. Bidadari is best dived from April through December and is one of the closest Komodo dive sites to Labuan Bajo, reachable in approximately 18 minutes by speedboat. This proximity makes it ideal for half-day trips and afternoon dives when time is limited. The island's white sand beaches and turquoise waters also make it a popular snorkeling stop and surface interval location on multi-site day trips.