Why you should dive in Nusa Penida before your Komodo dive holiday.

Apart from getting used to strong current, another good reason is meeting the famous Mola mola ( you won't see them in Komodo ;) )

Diving in Nusa Penida before embarking on a Komodo liveaboard/ diving holiday is an excellent choice for several reasons:

1. Warm-Up Dive:

   • Acclimatization: Nusa Penida offers a great opportunity to acclimatize to underwater conditions. The diverse marine life and stunning coral reefs can help you adjust to the marine environment before the perhaps more challenging dives in Komodo.

   • Skill Refinement: You can practice your buoyancy control, navigation, and other diving skills in the relatively calm waters of Nusa Penida.

     
     

2. Build Confidence:

   • Currents: While Nusa Penida has strong currents in certain areas, it also offers many dive sites with moderate conditions, perfect for building confidence.

   • Positive Experience: A positive diving experience in Nusa Penida's sometimes challenging conditions can boost your morale and prepare you for the equally adventurous dives in Komodo.

     
     

3. Unique Marine Life Encounters:

   • Manta Rays: Nusa Penida is famous for its manta ray cleaning stations, offering an opportunity to witness these gentle giants up close. Though also regularly seen in Komodo, meeting Mantas just never gets old!

   • Mola mola: They are not generally found in Komodo, so why not try your luck at encountering these wonderfully bizarre creatures before you head East?

   • Diverse Ecosystem: The island's diverse marine ecosystem, including colourful coral reefs, schools of fish, and other marine creatures, provides a fantastic introduction to Indonesia's exceptional waters.

     
     

4. Test Your Gear:

   • Equipment Check: Before embarking on a liveaboard, it's crucial to ensure that all your diving gear is in good working condition. Nusa Penida provides an ideal setting to test your equipment and make any necessary adjustments. Before heading off to Komodo, you can pop into one of the several dive gear shops in Sanur to replace or fix anything that might not be in tip-top shape.

     
     

By diving in Nusa Penida before your Komodo liveaboard/ dive holiday, you'll be better prepared to fully enjoy the incredible underwater world of Komodo National Park. You'll have a smoother transition, be more confident in your diving skills, and be ready to tackle the unique challenges and rewards of this world-class diving destination.

Hanging out with manta rays never gets old