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Staying connected during your Komodo dive trip is possible, though coverage varies depending on where you are.
| Location | WiFi | Mobile Signal | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labuan Bajo town (hotels, restaurants, cafes) | Available at most establishments | 4G with major carriers (Telkomsel, XL, Indosat) | Generally reliable for messaging and social media; video calls can be inconsistent |
| Labuan Bajo dive centres | Usually available | 4G | Good enough for uploading photos and checking emails |
| Day trip dive boats | Not available | Patchy — signal drops at many offshore sites | Do not rely on phone signal during the day at sea |
| Liveaboards (budget/mid-range) | Rarely available or very limited | Patchy to none at remote sites | Expect to be disconnected for 3–7 days |
| Liveaboards (luxury) | Some offer satellite WiFi | Same patchy coverage | Satellite WiFi is slow and often limited to basic messaging |
If you want mobile data during your trip, purchasing a local SIM card is recommended. Telkomsel has the best coverage in eastern Indonesia, including the Labuan Bajo area. SIM cards are available at the airport, mobile phone shops in town, and some convenience stores. A prepaid data package of 10–20 GB costs approximately IDR 50,000–150,000 (~$3–10 USD).
Digital detox perspective: Many divers find the limited connectivity on liveaboards to be one of the best parts of the experience. Being fully present with the ocean, marine life, and fellow divers — without constant notifications — is increasingly rare and valuable.
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