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Alami Alor is a small dedicated dive resort located in Kalabahi Bay in eastern Indonesia. Avid divers will enjoy the variety of magnificent muck diving and vibrant coral reef sites.

Specialised in providing a personalised service in terms of diving, hospitality and cultural experiences, this intimate resort is located in an area with exceptional diversity and a beautiful marine environment.

Alami Alor sits amongst tropical gardens and features six spacious waterfront bungalows with a king sized bed (additional single can be added to create a twin share). All are air-conditioned and furnished with a wardrobe and desk, as well as an open air garden bathroom with hot shower. Meals are served in the open air communal dining area where international and local cuisine is served. The comfortable lounge and sundeck area is the place to chat with your fellow guests in between dives or admire each others images on the TV. WiFi internet access is available in the communal area.

Underwater photographers are well catered for - a dedicated camera room features individual stations with power and spotlights as well as two rinse tanks and a blow gun. In addition, workshops are available from the resident Photo Pro.

It’s possible to add some culture to your adventure to this remote part of the world. Tours to nearby traditional villages can be arranged. Here you can enjoy a performance of the lego-lego dance and purchase local crafts.

Airport tranfers are included. April through to November offers a drier climate, improved sea conditions and better visibility on the coral reef dives. The resort caters for qualified divers and snorkellers only. It is closed annually during the rainy season, December to February.

Alami Alor Dive Centre

There are two distinct local diving locations: muck diving in Kalabahi Bay is on the doorstep of the resort and stunning coral reef diving is found in the Pantar Strait, adjacent to the bay and the season runs from March to November.

Photographers will enjoy the treasure hunt for weird and wonderful critters on the black sand and volcanic rock slopes inside the bay. Expect rhinopias, frogfish, scorpion fish, crabs, shrimp, octopus, squid and plenty more. 

For those who prefer reef diving, there are plenty of sites in the Strait where you can drift along densely covered walls and encircle sea mounts observing the vibrant colours that dominate these well preserved sites. Visibility can be up to 40 metres in the dry season and you can expect to see anything from pygmy seahorse to a blue whale cruising past. It's likely that you'll encounter dolphin and pilot whales during your stay and hammerhead sightings are normally determined by the full and new moon phases.

The equipment room is the hub of the dive centre. Here you’ll find individual dive lockers, marine life identification books and the dive schedule board. Access to the house reef and fully equipped speedboats are from the jetty. The camera room features individual stations and workshops are available from the resident Photo Pro.

Your dive package includes up to three boat dives, unlimited house reef and night diving during your stay. There is a limited stock of equipment available for rent. Tanks are 12 litres with DIN valves (adaptors available). Average water temperature is 27C although there can be cold upwellings in the southern section of the Pantar Strait. We recommend you pack a full body 5mm wetsuit as a minimum.     

The best months for muck diving are at the beginning and end of the diving season. The best visibility is found from July to September but the waters can be more choppy.

You’ll be truly amazed at the astounding underwater paradise that awaits in both locations.

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Key info

  • Ideal for:
    • Honeymooners
    • Singles
  • Diving suitable for:
    • Intermediate
    • Advanced

Dive trips

This accommodation is featured in the following itinerary:

Diving Adventure in Alor

The allure of Alor is its eclectic mix of marine life and diving experiences, where you can encounter blue whales, explore reefs and discover critters. This remote location is undeniably enchanting - it will not disappoint. Find Out More about Diving Adventure in Alor

  • Duration inc. flights: 15 days
  • Price inc. flights: From £4,285 pp
  • Trip type: Tailor-made trip idea
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Alor Archipelago

Located in the far eastern reaches of Indonesia, the Alor Archipelago consists of 20 islands. Home to the Pantar Strait Marine Park, here you will find a bountiful marine life boosted by strong currents, and some of the best preserved coral reef systems in Indonesia. Find Out More about {acc:title}

  • Ideal for viewing: scalloped hammerhead shark, blue whale, eagle ray, rhinopias, pygmy seahorse
  • Excellent for: Resort based diving, Muck diving, Reef diving