Indonesia · SE Asia

Alor

Off-grid Indonesia · macro photographer's dream · few crowds

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Plan your Alor dive trip

Real, curated expeditions — or a custom Alor trip built around your dates, certification and the species you want to see.

Looking for a real expedition?

Browse our curated, small-group dive trips — fixed dates, vetted partner operators, zero agency fee. Or tell us your dates and certification level and we'll build a custom Alor trip with you.

Courses you can take in Alor

19 canonical courses bookable through iDive partner schools · all SSI+PADI certified · zero agency fee.

Discover Scuba course in Alor
Discover Scuba

Discover Scuba in Alor

1 · PADI-certified

Basic Diver course in Alor
Basic Diver

Basic Diver in Alor

2 · PADI-certified

Scuba Diver course in Alor
Scuba Diver

Scuba Diver in Alor

3 · PADI-certified

Open Water Diver course in Alor
Open Water Diver

Open Water Diver in Alor

3 days · PADI-certified

Advanced Open Water course in Alor
Advanced Open Water

Advanced Open Water in Alor

3 days · PADI-certified

Enriched Air (Nitrox) course in Alor
Enriched Air (Nitrox)

Enriched Air (Nitrox) in Alor

1 · PADI-certified

Deep Diver course in Alor
Deep Diver

Deep Diver in Alor

2 · PADI-certified

Wreck Diver course in Alor
Wreck Diver

Wreck Diver in Alor

2 · PADI-certified

Underwater Navigation course in Alor
Underwater Navigation

Underwater Navigation in Alor

2 · PADI-certified

Night Diver course in Alor
Night Diver

Night Diver in Alor

1 · PADI / SSI-certified

Peak Performance Buoyancy course in Alor
Peak Performance Buoyancy

Peak Performance Buoyancy in Alor

1 · PADI-certified

Specialty Courses course in Alor
Specialty Courses

Specialty Courses in Alor

Varies · PADI-certified

Snorkelling course in Alor
Snorkelling

Snorkelling in Alor

1 · PADI / SSI certified

Fun Dives course in Alor
Fun Dives

Fun Dives in Alor

1 · SSI / PADI-certified

Rescue Diver course in Alor
Rescue Diver

Rescue Diver in Alor

3 days · PADI-certified

Emergency First Response course in Alor
Emergency First Response

Emergency First Response in Alor

1 · PADI-certified

Divemaster course in Alor
Divemaster

Divemaster in Alor

4 · PADI-certified

Instructor / IDC course in Alor
Instructor / IDC

Instructor / IDC in Alor

10 · PADI-certified

Sidemount Diver course in Alor
Sidemount Diver

Sidemount Diver in Alor

1.5 · PADI-certified

When to dive in Alor

Peak months mean clearest visibility, best marine sightings and stable weather. Shoulder is still good. Off-season often has rough conditions or monsoon.

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Peak Shoulder Off-season
Best months: Apr–Nov. Book at least 6-8 weeks ahead — peak season fills early.

What you'll see in Alor

Marine life you can spot diving here. Click any creature to find trips that target sightings of it.

About diving in Alor

Alor is one of the least-touristed Indonesian dive destinations — incredible macro, strong currents, and silent reefs.

What pulls divers to Alor: Off-grid Indonesia · macro photographer's dream · few crowds.

Diving conditions are typically strong currents, with water temperatures around 24-28°C.

It's a particularly strong fit for macro photographers, bucket list, advanced divers.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to dive in Alor?
Peak season is Apr–Nov — clearest visibility, calmest seas, best marine sightings. Shoulder months (Mar, Dec) are still good with thinner crowds. Avoid Jan–Feb unless you are chasing specific seasonal species.
Do Indians need a visa for Indonesia?
Visa on arrival. Always confirm latest requirements with the embassy before booking flights.
How long is the flight from India and what does it cost?
Flights from major Indian cities are typically 7-9 hours, with one-way fares around ₹20K-32K. We can help you find the cheapest dates around your dive trip.
What can I see underwater in Alor?
Year-round you will see Rhinopias, Mandarinfish, Frogfish, Pygmy Seahorse, Ornate Ghost Pipefish. Seasonal highlights: Scalloped Hammerhead (Sep–Nov); Mola Mola (Aug–Oct); Pilot Whales (Jun–Nov); Manta Ray (Sep–Nov).

Ready to dive Alor?

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