Komodo
My son and I did a dive trip to Komodo in August 2023. The area is amazingly scenic - rugged, arid mountains, beautiful white sand beaches, and crystal clear water. The coral in the area appears to still be very pristine, and the marine life is mind-boggling. We saw sharks, mantas, sting rays, eels, turtles and hundreds of types of colorful fish. The short hike in Komodo Nat'l Park is also a highlight - the dragons are incredible creatures.
We had one crossing (~12-14 hours) that was a bit rough, but otherwise the sailing is pretty smooth.
Would highly recommend this region for avid divers!