Alor: The Hidden Jewel of the Coral Triangle

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Alor: A World-Class Diving and Marine Experience

Set within the heart of the Coral Triangle, Alor offers an exclusive underwater escape defined by pristine waters and extraordinary biodiversity. Renowned for its exceptional macro life, the region captivates divers with rare critters, vibrant coral gardens, and thriving benthic ecosystems.

Vast fields of sea anemones and shimmering schools of reef fish create mesmerizing seascapes, enhanced by visibility often exceeding 20–40 meters. Encounters with iconic marine life—including dugongs, hammerhead sharks, and thresher sharks—add to the sense of rarity and wonder.

Between July and October, Alor reveals another dimension of its allure. Positioned along ancient migratory routes, its waters host remarkable whale-watching opportunities, with sightings of blue whales, sperm whales, humpback whales, fin whales, and even orca.

Refined, remote, and remarkably unspoiled, Alor stands among Indonesia’s most captivating luxury dive destinations.

Alor Underwater World
Alor Underwater World

Coral Dive

Coral Dive
Coral Dive
Coral Dive
Coral Dive
Coral Dive
Coral Dive
Coral Dive
Coral Dive

Muck Dive

Muck Dive
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Muck Dive
Coral Dive
Coral Dive
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Coral Dive
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Muck Dive

Dive Overview

12–30 meters Depth
25–30m (~15m seasonal) Visibility
Mild to strong flows Current
Calm to ocean swell Surface
25–32°C (low 14°C) Temp
Beginner to Advanced Level
40+ locations Sites
10–45 minutes boat Distance
Year-round Best Apr–Nov Season
Cold Upwelling Currents Phenomena
5–14 days Stay

Dive Site

Dive Site Map
Dive Site Map

Highlight Dive Sites of Alor

Yellow Corner Best for: Sharks, big pelagics, advanced drift
  • Powerful currents and deep drop-offs
  • Regular sightings of hammerheads, reef sharks, tuna, and rays
  • One of Alor’s most thrilling and iconic dives
  • Kal's Dream Best for: Fast drift + schooling fish
  • “Flying” along the reef in strong current
  • Barracuda, trevallies, reef sharks, great hammerhead
  • Pure adrenaline dive for experienced divers
  • Bama Wall Best for: Ancient colourful wall topography
  • Steep coral wall with excellent visibility
  • Napoleon wrasse, bumphead parrotfish, schools of jacks
  • Balanced site: beauty + action
  • Kalabahi Bay (Muck Sites) Best for: Macro & rare critters
  • Black sand slopes with incredible biodiversity
  • Rhinopias, frogfish, nudibranchs, seahorses
  • A macro photographer’s paradise
  • Cathedral Best for: Underwater architecture
  • Arches, caverns, and swim-throughs
  • Light rays + dense reef life due to upwellings
  • One of the most visually unique dives in Alor
  • Babylon Best for: Pristine coral & reef life
  • Vibrant, healthy reef with soft corals
  • Reef fish, turtles, occasional reef sharks
  • Great mix of color and biodiversity without extreme currents
  • Best to keep to Secret

    Best for: Not to tag the site location on social media

    3 Dives Daily Rundown

    • 🍽️07:00 am Breakfast (06:15 on hammy day)
    • 🛥️08:15 am On the boat (07:15 on hammy day)
    • 🤿09:00 am 1st Dive
    • 🛥️10:15 am On the boat (surface interval)
    • 🤿11:20 am 2nd Dive
    • 🛥️12:35 pm Back to Moko
    • 🍹13:00 pm Lunch
    • 🛥️14:10 pm On the boat
    • 🤿14:45 pm 3rd Dive
    • 🛥️16:00 pm Back to Moko
    • 🍸16:30 pm Sunset Cocktail
    • 🍽️19:00 pm Dinner

    Note: This is just a typical 3 dives/day daily rundown, last minute schedule change might occur following decision by the dive center manager/guide for good reason.

    Dive & Camera Center

    Moko Alor's dive centre is equipped to the highest international standards, ensuring every aspect of your diving experience is safe, comfortable, and professionally managed.

    Equipment Room
    Equipment Room
    Equipment Room
    Equipment Room
    Equipment Room

    Rental & Guest Equipment Room

    At Moko Alor Dive, experience top-tier dive gear from Scubapro and TUSA, including modern X Deep Wing BCDs. DIN adaptors are available on request. Every piece of equipment and dive tank undergoes rigorous biannual maintenance, ensuring absolute safety and peace of mind.

    Guests bringing their own gear enjoy secure, villa-assigned storage for effortless access throughout their stay.

    Camera Center
    Camera Center
    Camera Center
    Camera Center

    Camera Center & Classroom

    Our air-conditioned camera and editing center features eight dedicated workstations, cleaning air compressors, and Apple iMacs for seamless photo and video editing. Scuba Diving theory classes and dive briefings are also held here, combining learning with leisure in a refined setting.

    Compressor Room
    EAN Nitrox Available

    Compressor Room

    Dive with confidence using our Bauer PE200 compressors and Enriched Air Nitrox system (32%-40%). Nitrox fills are available for certified divers, with courses offered on-site for those seeking certification.

    Equipment Room
    Equipment Room
    Equipment Room
    Equipment Room
    Equipment Room
    Camera Center
    Camera Center
    Camera Center
    Camera Center
    Compressor Room

    Dive Boats

    Explore the Alor Archipelago aboard Antonina, Elena, and Kirana. These sleek 10–13m dive boats carry 8–12 divers in comfort, powered by smooth 4-stroke engines. Safety is uncompromised, with GPS navigation, life jackets, life buoys, and a fully equipped medical kit including EFR oxygen. Your underwater adventure awaits in style and security.

    Length 10–14 metres
    Capacity 8–12 divers
    Safety Life Jackets, Life Buoys & Oxygen Kit
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