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Cauldron (The Shotgun)
Extreme current channel dive — the most thrilling underwater ride in Komodo.
Harbour Dist.
45 km
Max Depth
35m
Current
Submerged pinnacle with massive pelagic schools and reef sharks.
48km
From Harbour
15m
Avg Depth
30m
Max Depth
AOW
Min. Certification
Be prepared for strong — powerful currents require advanced buoyancy skills and reef hooking. currents at this dive site. Check conditions before diving and follow your dive guide's instructions.
Castle Rock is a submerged pinnacle in northern Komodo famous for enormous schools of pelagic fish. The rock drops steeply on all sides and is battered by strong currents, creating a nutrient superhighway.
Species commonly found at this dive site. Click to learn more.
Visibility
18m avg
Current
Strong — powerful currents require advanced buoyancy skills and reef hooking.
Max Depth
30m
Best Season
March, April, May +3
Avg Depth
15m
-8.296100, 119.553300
View on Google MapsAdvanced Open Water (AOW) certification is required. The strong currents, deep seamount topography, and open water exposure make this unsuitable for beginners. Experience with drift diving and negative entries is strongly recommended.
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