Wakatobi dive sites

Roma is widely considered the premier wall dive off Tomia island. What sets it apart is the combination of a dramatic vertical wall festooned with enormous gorgonian sea fans and the exceptionally healthy hard coral gardens on the reef top. Scientific surveys have recorded over 400 coral species in the Wakatobi region, and Roma exemplifies this diversity. The wall drops beyond 60 meters, providing a stunning backdrop of deep blue water behind the colorful reef life.

Absolutely. While Roma is known for its wall and coral scenery, the site also offers outstanding macro diving. Pygmy seahorses inhabit the gorgonian fans on the wall, mandarin fish emerge at dusk in the rubble zones, and the reef supports a rich variety of nudibranchs, cuttlefish, and crustaceans. Wakatobi's protected status means the reefs are healthier than most in Indonesia, supporting higher densities of both macro and larger marine life.

Wakatobi has its own airport on Wangi-Wangi island with flights from Makassar and Kendari. From Wangi-Wangi, boats connect to the other islands including Tomia. The Wakatobi Dive Resort on Tomia operates a private charter flight from Bali. Several other dive resorts and homestays operate on Tomia and Wangi-Wangi. Liveaboards also visit the region, though less frequently than Raja Ampat or Komodo routes.