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Crystal Rock

Crystal Rock is a stunning sea mount located in the northern region of Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This dive site offers breathtaking views with its peak visible during low tide. The area is predominantly covered in soft corals and is rich in diverse marine life. Although the currents can be challenging, divers can enjoy excellent visibility of around 20 meters.

The beauty of Crystal Rock lies in its abundance of marine life, catering to divers of all levels. From magnificent grey reef sharks to tiny pygmy seahorses, you'll encounter an array of creatures in all shapes and sizes. The site is a beloved destination for experienced divers due to its remarkable scenery, featuring delicate soft corals and gorgonian fans that conceal these whimsical seahorses. As you venture into the protected area, prepare to discover an enchanting world of macro life. Keep an eye out for larger species like grey reef sharks, black and white tip reef sharks, and various species of graceful stingrays, including the majestic eagle rays.

Crystal Rock offers a maximum depth of 23 meters, and the visibility typically extends to 19 meters. This dive site is recommended for advanced and expert divers who seek an extraordinary underwater experience. If you're in the vicinity, don't miss the opportunity to explore Crystal Rock Dive Site, located on the Viewpoint Trail in Komodo, Manggarai Barat, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia.

Diving Conditions Score for Crystal Rock

8.8
Very Good

Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Crystal Rock

Depth

23m

Visibility

19m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Crystal Rock

Wave Height

0.42m

Wind Speed

6.4 m/s

Water Temp

29°C

Visibility

16.74km

Cloud Cover

2%

Wave Period

5.45s

Air Temperature

28°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Crystal Rock
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Dive Score Chart for Crystal Rock

Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 9.367356932153394/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.4m, Wind 2.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 8.725775757575759/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Crystal Rock: 06:00
Sunset at Crystal Rock: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Crystal Rock are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.

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Best Overall
8:00

Score: 9.4/10
Waves: 0.4m (5.65s), Wind: 2.4 m/s

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Best Night
1:00

Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.42m, Wind: 5.1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Crystal Rock
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Crystal Rock

The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.

Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Seasonal DiveScore Chart

This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Best Season for Crystal Rock

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Crystal Rock

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Crystal Rock

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.9°C / 80.4°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

14.1m / 46.3ft

April

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.3m / 4.3ft

February

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Crystal Rock

Crystal Rock follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (28.0°C) and January the coldest (23.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.3m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). July is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during February to April, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 23, 2026

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