How Do I Contact Emergency Services from Komodo?

Emergency Contacts for Komodo Diving

Having the right emergency numbers saved in your phone before your trip can save critical time in an emergency. Here are the key contacts for Komodo.

Essential Emergency Numbers

What to Do in a Dive Emergency

1. Administer emergency oxygen from the boat's DAN kit
2. Call DAN Emergency Hotline — they provide immediate medical advice and coordinate treatment
3. Radio ahead to Siloam Hospital to prepare the hyperbaric chamber (boat crew handles this)
4. Transit to Labuan Bajo harbour as fast as safely possible
5. Transfer to Siloam Hospital by road (10–15 minutes from harbour)

Communication at Sea

Mobile phone signal is patchy to non-existent at many offshore dive sites. Dive boats rely on VHF marine radio for emergency communication. Ensure your boat has a working VHF radio — this is a non-negotiable safety requirement.

Pre-trip action: Save the DAN and Siloam numbers in your phone before your trip. Share your dive schedule and operator contact details with a family member at home.