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Understanding exactly what your dive centre includes — and what costs extra — helps you budget accurately and avoid surprises.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Guided dives | 3 dives of 45–60 minutes each, with certified divemaster (max 4 divers per guide) |
| Full equipment rental | BCD, regulator, wetsuit (3mm), fins, mask, snorkel, weight belt, tank |
| Boat transfer | Return trip from Labuan Bajo harbour to dive sites and back |
| Breakfast | Light breakfast at the dive centre (toast, fruit, tea, coffee) or on the boat |
| Lunch | Hot Indonesian meal on the boat (rice, fish/chicken, vegetables, sambal) |
| Snacks and drinks | Biscuits, fruit, water, tea, coffee throughout the day |
| Safety equipment | On-board oxygen, first aid, marine radio, life jackets |
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Park entrance fee | IDR 250,000/day (~$17) | Exception: Dragon Dive includes this in their price |
| Harbor + diving surcharge | IDR 50,000/day (~$3.50) | Government fees |
| Dive computer rental | ~IDR 100,000/day (~$7) | Highly recommended if you do not own one |
| Nitrox upgrade | IDR 100,000–150,000/tank | Worth it on multi-dive days |
| Dive insurance | IDR 150,000/day (~$10) | Or DAN annual membership from ~$75/year |
| 5mm wetsuit upgrade | Varies | For south-facing sites with cold thermoclines |
| Underwater torch | IDR 50,000–100,000 | For overhangs and night dives (if available) |
| Tips | IDR 50,000–100,000 | For your guide and boat crew |
A realistic total budget for one day of diving in Komodo, including all exclusions and tips, is approximately IDR 3,000,000–3,800,000 (~$200–250 USD). This covers the dive package, park fees, insurance, computer rental, and tips.
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