Alor diving

Gilles Brignardello & Neya Brignardello · Issue 75, Nov/Dec 2013 · pp. 48–50

Products mentioned: Nikon D90, Nauticam housing, Inon Z240 strobes, Nikon 10.5mm fisheye lens, Sigma 150mm macro lens

Located between Flores and Sawoe Sea, Alor Archipelago is one of Indonesia’s last frontiers. Alor and Pantar are the main islands and the strait between the two is a world class dive attraction, a hidden jewel of breathtaking underwater scenery and above water tranquility. The local government is planning and developing ecotourism as a part of conservation strategy for the Alor Protected Marine Area. They work closely with local communities and encourage sustainable fishing techniques in order to preserve the beauty, variety and abundance of Alor’s reefs and marine life. Alor Divers Eco Resort is an intimate and charming retreat, located on a 450m long sandy beach in Pantar Island. The authentic atmosphere of the place is preserved with careful integration of all the buildings into their natural surroundings and the enchantment of the stay comes from a combination of world class diving a…