Join us aboard the luxury liveaboard boat Mikumba Dua for a journey into one of the world's most incredible destinations! We'll explore local culture with our guide Filan, climb mountains, and enjoy some of the top rated scuba diving in the world. This episode includes an interview with local dive instructor Wili, and along the way we'll answer all your questions:

• How do I get to Komodo and what can I see there?
• Which are the best dive sites to visit?
• When's the best time to see manta rays?
• Can I visit if I'm not a diver?
• What marine life can I expect to see?
• What threats is this marine park facing and what are local communities doing to protect it?

This interview was recorded in October 2025.

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Watch the YouTube version to see the interview on the dive boat with Wili, plus lots of footage of the incredible marine life we encountered on the trip!

Tours Mentioned:

• https://filantravel.com
• https://www.instagram.com/mikumbadua

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