What level of diving experience is required for Siaba Besar (Turtle City)?

Siaba Besar (Turtle City) is rated beginner with depths of 5–20 m. A PADI Open Water certification or equivalent is the minimum recommended.

What marine life can you see at Siaba Besar (Turtle City)?

At Siaba Besar (Turtle City), divers commonly encounter: green turtles, hawksbill turtles, coral, anthias, nudibranchs.

Where is Siaba Besar (Turtle City) located?

Siaba Besar (Turtle City) is located in Indonesia, in the Komodo region (coordinates: -8.5100, 119.5500).

Siaba Besar (Turtle City)

Komodo, 🇮🇩 IndonesiaBeginner

Depth5m - 20m

DifficultyBeginner

Description

Known locally as 'Turtle City' for the incredible number of green and hawksbill turtles that congregate here. The gentle slope is covered in healthy coral gardens where turtles graze undisturbed. It's not uncommon to count 20+ turtles on a single dive, making it one of Komodo's most magical sites.